Lanikai Travel Guide
Kailua
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead
You can take time to visit Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead during your travels to Kailua. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Premiere Oahu Dolphin Cruise with Turtle Snorkeling, 20ft Sea Slide & Lunch
3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada
Honey Flight & Bites: The Best Honey Tasting in Hawaii
Top hotels in Lanikai
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Love it!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
We had an amazing stay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott! The location is unbeatable—right across from the beach with stunning ocean views and easy access to shops, restaurants, and everything Waikiki has to offer. The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable, and the staff was consistently friendly, ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
We always have the best time here! It’s a larger resort with everything you need and right on the beach. I wish they did a bit more for the New Year’s Eve event but there were a ton of things to do and see in walking distance. Once again we had a great time in Hawaii!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
The room was clean and updated. Nice hotel close to the beach.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Loved the view and the room we had!!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
The staff were really nice. The hotel is located near great restaurants and easy access to the beach. The parking is a nightmare and very expensive.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lanikai
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
