Kailua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A couple sitting on a beach with clear blue water and small islands in the distance.
A couple walking on a beach with calm waters and distant islands.
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and several boats lined up on the right.
A coastal residential area with a clear view of the ocean and two small islands in the distance.
A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and clear turquoise waters.

Our guide on where to stay in Kailua

Find the best Kailua areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kailua
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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.

Maunawili

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

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.

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.

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2005 Kalia Rd Honolulu HI
The price is NZ$587 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$587
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (9,641 reviews)
"Lovely enjoyable time and will definitely come back"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is NZ$652 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$652
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,351 reviews)
"friendly staff, everything was super clean, awesome location in waikiki"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is NZ$613 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$613
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,188 reviews)
"Location, amenities, and room was nice. We were on floor 5 in the pool level. The hallway carpet always smelled musty. The amenities were nice but depending on the time and day the spa was always packed. The side of the building we were on was next to the trash collection and delivery drivers which ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
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.
Less than 1 min walk to Kailua Beach- NUC#1990/NUC-1760

Less than 1 min walk to Kailua Beach- NUC#1990/NUC-1760

Kailua HI
Stay at this beach cottage in Kailua. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)
"Hosts were so kind and amazing to work with. The location is perfect - SO close to the beach! The pool was perfect for our kids when they wanted off the beach but weren’t done swimming. As others stated, big vehicles are hard to park, we had a minivan that we parked just down the lane with no ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Less than 1 min walk to Kailua Beach- NUC#1990/NUC-1760
BEACH FRONT KAILUA ESTATE, OCEAN VIEWS, HUGE LUSH PRIVATE HISTORIC PROPERTY

BEACH FRONT KAILUA ESTATE, OCEAN VIEWS, HUGE LUSH PRIVATE HISTORIC PROPERTY

Kailua HI
Stay at this beach holiday home in Kailua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
"Great location with beautiful views from the lanai. The beach is beautiful and not crowded at all. Kitchen is well stocked. Host is quick to respond with any questions or concerns."

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

BEACH FRONT KAILUA ESTATE, OCEAN VIEWS, HUGE LUSH PRIVATE HISTORIC PROPERTY
Luxurious five-bedroom modern retreat

Luxurious five-bedroom modern retreat

Kailua HI
Stay at this holiday home in Kailua. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Lanikai Beach and Kailua Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
"We originally booked this property but due to unforeseen circumstances, the property was not available for us. The host contacted us immediately and offered another property that was beautiful, clean, and peacefully perched in the mountains with a distant ocean view. The home was well stocked with ..."

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

Luxurious five-bedroom modern retreat
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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