Beachside Travel Guide
Kailua
Popular places to visit
Kailua Beach
With just-right waves and refreshing breezes, this is one of the best beaches on O’ahu to learn how to windsurf or kitesurf.
Lanikai Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Lanikai Beach during your travels in Kailua? You can seek out the snorkelling spots while in the area.
Kailua Bay Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kailua Bay Beach during your trip to Kailua? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Kalama Beach Park
Kalama Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Kailua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Marine Corps Base Hawaii at Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Jet Ski, Parasailing, Banana Boat, Bumper Tube Adventures
Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki
Full-Day Guided Adventure in Koko Head Stairs and Southeast O'ahu
Hanauma Bay Experience with Admission Ticket and Equipment
Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure
Top hotels in Beachside
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Excellent stay. It’ll be even better when the Ali’i is renovated after this summer (I was told). Will stay again
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Direct access to the beach, and beautiful pool with hot tubs. However, I expected transportation to and from the airport as it was announced online, but there was no shuttle at all for this hotel.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Breakfast buffet was small, and I wish they would put lids on the foods. The fruit was covered in flies and my hubby refused to eat there after he noticed. The place was under construction. I feel like a discount should have been offered here. The room itself I feel need some updating, paint peeling, ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Most importantly want to thank the staff and manager who was out of the way helpful and kind. Room was cleaned, towels brought and water bottles were very handy. Very close walk to the beach and beautiful lobby.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Prince Waikiki
I paid 62$ per person for terrible cold buffet food and the women at restaurant and the check in desk was horrible.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
Bed was stiff. Airport shuttle every hour. Breakfast only 7-9 but pretty good. No hot oatmeal ready though.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Beachside
Downtown Kailua
While Downtown Kailua isn't home to many top sights, Kailua Beach and Kailua Bay Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lanikai
While Lanikai may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach.
Kalama Tract
When in Kalama Tract, you can plan a visit to Kailua Bay Beach and Kailua Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Enchanted Lake
While Enchanted Lake may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach.
Coconut Grove
While Coconut Grove isn't home to many top sights, Kailua Bay Beach and Kailua Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Keolu Hills
When in Keolu Hills, you can plan a visit to Bellows Field Beach Park and Lanikai Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
