Kailua, HI

Travel Guide

Kailua Beach which includes a sandy beach, swimming and landscape views
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Kailua Beach which includes landscape views, a sandy beach and swimming
Kailua Beach which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach as well as a small group of people
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau

Where to stay in Kailua

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Lanikai

4/5(3 area reviews)

While Lanikai isn't home to many top sights, Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lanikai
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Kalama Tract

5/5(1 area review)

While Kalama Tract might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kailua Bay Beach and Kailua Beach.

Kalama Tract
Lanikai pillbox hike #takeahike

Enchanted Lake

5/5(1 area review)

When in Enchanted Lake, you can plan a visit to Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Enchanted Lake
This is an ube ice cream cookie sandwich, and yes, that purple is completely natural in color. Ube originated in the Philippines and is a form of purple sweet potato. Chadlou's uses Dave's Ice Cream (a local company based in Waimanalo with several locations over the island of O'ahu). You can select whichever type of cookie you'd like from what they have available

Coconut Grove

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While Coconut Grove isn't home to many top sights, Kailua Bay Beach and Kailua Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Coconut Grove
Kailua Beach which includes a sandy beach, swimming and landscape views

Beachside

Though Beachside might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach.

Beachside
Amazing!

Maunawili

Travelers like the golf courses in Maunawili, and Olomana Three Peaks Trail is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Maunawili
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AED 1,869 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
AED 1,869
AED 2,445 total
27 Jan - 28 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,819 reviews)
All good except parking. Parked for 1 night charged for 3. Don’t get caught out like I did guys, make sure you let front desk you’ve finished with parking regardless of the parking meter.

Reviewed on 25 December 2025

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2460 Koa Avenue Honolulu HI
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,817 reviews)
Check in with Connor was terrific. He covered all the information in a polite, friendly and professional manner. The only thing that would have been nice if we could have presigned for lei making as we had a party of 6 and only 2 were able to participate. We had asked 2 days in advance if we could ...

Reviewed on 25 December 2025

Waikiki Resort Hotel
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is AED 790 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
AED 790
AED 1,176 total
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,703 reviews)
Good housekeeping

Reviewed on 24 December 2025

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Skyline Island Colony Hotel

Skyline Island Colony Hotel

3 out of 5
445 Seaside Avenue Honolulu HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,137 reviews)
I would definitely look forward to booking my next trip with this hotel

Reviewed on 25 December 2025

Skyline Island Colony Hotel
Aston Waikiki Sunset

Aston Waikiki Sunset

4 out of 5
229 Paoakalani Ave Honolulu HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,082 reviews)
Nice spacious rooms with kitchen.

Reviewed on 24 December 2025

Aston Waikiki Sunset
Bishop Suites At The Executive Centre

Bishop Suites At The Executive Centre

4 out of 5
1088 Bishop St Honolulu HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Honolulu Harbor and Ala Moana Center are ...
7.6/10 Good! (71 reviews)
We stayed 3 nights so bed sheet was unchanged, it's okay. But you should provide clean towels.

Reviewed on 6 December 2025

Bishop Suites At The Executive Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kailua

4.8
Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I would highly recommend Moki's for breakfast, which is a short drive from where I stayed.

5/5 - Excellent

Jo JP24

Wonderful city with beautiful beaches and excellent food.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful Beach!!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There really wasn't much there for tourists except for the nearby beaches.

5/5 - Excellent

Shara

While Kailua can be tough to navigate on the weekends, it is a great place to be during the week. Lots of fabulous locally owned places to eat, beautiful beaches and a beautiful place overall.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great Restaurants. Had everything we needed to shop for.