Maunawili Travel Guide
Kailua
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Popular places to visit
Lanikai Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Lanikai Beach, a popular beach in Kailua. You can seek out the snorkelling spots while in the area.
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.
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.
Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead
You can take time to visit Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead during your travels to Kailua. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Marine Corps Base Hawaii at Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course. Visit the area's temples or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Pearl Harbor, Arizona & City Tour with Optional Battleship Missouri Upgrade
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Sunset Cruise – Dinner Includes Polynesian Show / Cocktail Cruise (No Show)
Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Catamaran Sail (Turtles Guaranteed)
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Top hotels in Maunawili
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
"Didn’t have a need to leave the resort everything was amazing and very Family friendly only down part is not having free parking"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
"Clean rooms and very friendly staff! Beautiful hotel with great location"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
"The room was clean, ac worked well, and the view of the ocean was beautiful. The only downside is the massive size of the hotel. With 40 floors, sometimes you have to wait a bit to get on an elevator."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Prince Waikiki
"Got there at 2am no one was around was tired had to go knocking on doors. Twice came back to room 7 pm after leaving 5 am room not made up and left over room service still in room . For the price I thought it was terrible experience. Won’t be staying again"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
"Very friendly staff and the rooms were always made by housekeeping"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
The Twin Fin Hotel
"Definitely a great location with clean room and excellent swim beach right across the road . The Tiki Bar & Grill located in the hotel is an excellent restaurant with a beautiful ocean view and great food. One improvement would be to add a small drying rack on the balcony for swimsuits and towels, ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Maunawili
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 Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead.
Beachside
While there might not be top attractions in Beachside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach.
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 Lanikai Beach and Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead.
Kalama Tract
When in Kalama Tract, you can plan a visit to Lanikai Beach and Kailua Bay Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
