Downtown Kailua Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Lanikai Beach on the windward coast of Oahu, Hawaii Vacation

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.

Lanikai Beach
Kailua Beach which includes kayaking or canoeing, island images and landscape views

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 Beach
Kailua Beach on the Hawaiian island of Oahu

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.

Kailua Bay Beach
Kailua, Hawaii, U.S.A. - Kailua Beach: Kailua Beach is know n as one of U.S best beaches.

Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beach during your trip to Kailua?

Beach
Sunset

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.

Kalama Beach Park

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.

Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course

Things to do

Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off

Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off

฿629
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village

฿3,744
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village
Sailboat at sunset in Oahu

Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)

฿1,416
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Waikiki Extreme Parasailing

Waikiki and Diamond Head Parasailing Experience

฿1,070
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Waikiki and Diamond Head Parasailing Experience
Parasailing in Waikiki from Oahu Hawaii

Parasailing in Waikiki from Oahu Hawaii

฿1,101
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Parasailing in Waikiki from Oahu Hawaii
Parasailing in Waikiki Hawaii

Parasailing in Waikiki Hawaii

฿1,418
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Parasailing in Waikiki Hawaii
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Top hotels in Downtown Kailua

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ฿7,251 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿7,251
฿10,635 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,772 reviews)
Awesome

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ฿7,203 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
฿7,203
฿10,493 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,727 reviews)
Our room was clean. The staff were friendly and courteous.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ฿15,283 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿15,283
฿20,059 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,891 reviews)
Perfect home base for my first Waikiki experience. I definitely recommend the ocean view.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is ฿9,657 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿9,657
฿13,530 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,572 reviews)
Great hotel in a great location.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
The Twin Fin Hotel

The Twin Fin Hotel

4 out of 5
2570 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ฿4,758 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
฿4,758
฿7,726 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,010 reviews)
Very nice experience

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Twin Fin Hotel
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 ฿7,219 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿7,219
฿10,598 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,764 reviews)
Great stay

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kailua

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Beachside

While there might not be top attractions in Beachside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach.

Beachside
I saw a phoenix in the night sky. Fireworks at Enchanted Lake in Kailua, Hawaii. Dec. 31st, 2008

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.

Enchanted Lake
Kalama Beach at night. Kialua is a small town on the east coast of Oahu, well away from the crowds of Honolulu. We rented a house a few blocks from the beach and the kids played there every day. #LifeAtExpedia #Beaches

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.

Kalama Tract
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

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
With a spectacular view of Lanikai Beach below, Lanikai Pillboxes Hike is one of my favorite places on Oahu, HI. In the distance you can see The Mokes islands. The hike is pretty short, maybe a half hour to hour up to the top where there are a few pillboxes like the one in this photo. #lifeatexpedia

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.

Lanikai
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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.

Keolu Hills

Downtown Kailua Travel Guide