Hawaiʻi Guide

OʻahuWindward Side (Kailua to Kualoa)

Beaches on the Windward Side

Lanikai Beach

Powder sand, impossibly turquoise water, and the twin Mokulua islets offshore.

<p>Consistently ranked among the world's best beaches — half a mile of soft sand reached through a residential neighborhood with no facilities and scarce street parking. Come at sunrise, by bike from Kailua, or prepare to walk.</p>
  • iconic
  • sunrise
  • no facilities
  • parking tricky
21.3930° N · 157.7150° W

Kailua Beach Park

Lanikai's roomier neighbor — same water, plus parking, lawns and lifeguards.