Lanikai Travel Guide

Kailua

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, two small islands, and a dense palm tree line.
A coastal landscape with a prominent mountain, clear blue sea, and a small island with people on a pier.
A coastal residential area with houses, palm trees, and two volcanic islands in the ocean.
A coastal town with houses, a beach, and two small islands in the ocean.
A coastal town with houses, palm trees, and two prominent hills by the ocean.

Stay near popular Lanikai attractions

Lanikai Pillboxes Trailhead

9.4/10 (6 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

Hanauma Bay Snorkeling from Waikiki

฿1,874
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hanauma Bay Snorkeling from Waikiki
Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki

Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki

฿2,791
per adult
Oahu Grand Circle Island Experience from Waikiki
Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure

Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure

฿6,192
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Oahu: Submarine Scooter Adventure
Honolulu Sea-Cliff with Sunset Photo Adventure

Honolulu Sea-Cliff with Sunset Photo Adventure

฿3,250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Honolulu Sea-Cliff with Sunset Photo Adventure
Aerial view of beach in Kauai

Kailua Beach Experience

฿3,061
per adult
Kailua Beach Experience
Premiere Oahu Dolphin Cruise with Turtle Snorkeling, 20ft Sea Slide & Lunch

Premiere Oahu Dolphin Cruise with Turtle Snorkeling, 20ft Sea Slide & Lunch

฿6,359
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Premiere Oahu Dolphin Cruise with Turtle Snorkeling, 20ft Sea Slide & Lunch
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Top hotels in Lanikai

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 ฿9,435 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿9,435
฿13,383 total
2 Aug - 3 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! (9,428 reviews)
"Cleanliness, staff, convenient!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ฿19,133 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿19,133
฿24,776 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,257 reviews)
"They need to limit beach lounge chair time as most chairs are just holding towels. The food at Rum Fire needs improving. Not having Edge of Waikiki there is a real bummer - the food was good and they had live music all afternoons. Bring back the cafe / bar and live music. Hotel room cleaners and ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Sheraton 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 ฿9,045 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿9,045
฿12,934 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 ...
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

3.5 out of 5
410 Atkinson Drive Honolulu HI
The price is ฿5,683 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,683
฿7,944 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra
The Twin Fin Hotel

The Twin Fin Hotel

4 out of 5
2570 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ฿6,083 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿6,083
฿9,457 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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. ...
The Twin Fin Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

3 out of 5
2058 Kuhio Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is ฿5,019 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿5,019
฿7,275 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG
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Where to stay in Lanikai

Find the best Lanikai areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

A beach at sunset with two prominent rock formations in the distance and a vibrant sky.

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.

A coastal landscape with a town, mountains, and a clear sky.
Photo by Chihoyo Shiosaki
Open Photo by Chihoyo Shiosaki

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.

A couple walking on a beach with two prominent mountains in the background.

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.

Downtown Kailua

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

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