Essentials
Whole Foods Market
629 Kailua RdGroceries!
Located just a five minute drive away, this supermarket has you covered. From freshly-caught fish to prime steaks to throw on the grill, this is your one-stop shop to prep that perfect meal.
29 locals recommend
Shima's Supermarket
41-1606 Kalanianaʻole HwyLocated just a five minute drive away, this supermarket has you covered. From freshly-caught fish to prime steaks to throw on the grill, this is your one-stop shop to prep that perfect meal.
Safeway
200 Hamakua DrYes, we have one!
Sightseeing
Waimea Bay Beach
One of many great beaches on Oahu.
Currently ranked as the #1 beach in the nation, Waimanalo Bay Beach Park is waiting for you with it's sweeping views and endless miles of soft sand.
http://www.drbeach.org/top1025.html
36 locals recommend
Waimānalo Beach Park
41-741 Kalanianaʻole HwyCurrently ranked as the #1 beach in the nation, Waimanalo Bay Beach Park is waiting for you with it's sweeping views and endless miles of soft sand.
http://www.drbeach.org/top1025.html
Google this beach and you will know why we are recommending it! Pictures alone will not do it justice. This is a must see on your stay. There is also a paintball field in the back. Great fun!
26 locals recommend
Bellows Field Beach Park
41-43 Kalanianaʻole HwyGoogle this beach and you will know why we are recommending it! Pictures alone will not do it justice. This is a must see on your stay. There is also a paintball field in the back. Great fun!
This spot is popular among body-boarding enthusiasts. With strong currents and shoreline-breaks, please enjoy with caution!
133 locals recommend
Sandy Beach
This spot is popular among body-boarding enthusiasts. With strong currents and shoreline-breaks, please enjoy with caution!
I honestly would pick Waimanalo Bay Beach park over Lanikai any day. First off, parking is a developing issue, there are no public bathrooms and open fires are frowned upon.
276 locals recommend
Lanikai Beach
I honestly would pick Waimanalo Bay Beach park over Lanikai any day. First off, parking is a developing issue, there are no public bathrooms and open fires are frowned upon.
Food Scene
Teddy's Bigger Burgers
134 Kapahulu AveAwesome burger spot especially after the beach.
Prima
Awesome beers and pizzas. Get here early to beat the rush during happy hour.
Maui Tacos - Kailua
539 Kailua RdMexican food with a Hawaiian twist!
If you enjoy shrimp, then this is THE spot to check out. There are many imitators but this one started the whole shrimp truck craze on the North shore.
156 locals recommend
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
66-472 Kamehameha HwyIf you enjoy shrimp, then this is THE spot to check out. There are many imitators but this one started the whole shrimp truck craze on the North shore.
Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen
1020 Keolu DriveGreat for breakfast and lunch!
Situated on the outskirts of Waikiki, this hole in the wall restaurant serves an award winning menu. This is one of my personal favorites and actually the first place I took my wife! Enjoy!
105 locals recommend
Uncle Bo's Pupu Bar & Grill
559 Kapahulu AveSituated on the outskirts of Waikiki, this hole in the wall restaurant serves an award winning menu. This is one of my personal favorites and actually the first place I took my wife! Enjoy!
If you are near the North Shore area, this is a must stop after a long day at the beach.
104 locals recommend
Matsumoto Shave Ice
66-111 Kamehameha HwyIf you are near the North Shore area, this is a must stop after a long day at the beach.
McDonald's
41-1033 Kalanianaʻole HwyEntertainment & Activities
Drive just eight minutes and you will arrive here from the house.
131 locals recommend
Sea Life Park Hawaii
41-202 Kalanianaʻole HwyDrive just eight minutes and you will arrive here from the house.
Shaved-ice is a huge part of Hawaiian culture. Growing up this was and still is my favorite place to get my shaved-ice fix.
58 locals recommend
Waiola Shave Ice
3113 Mokihana StShaved-ice is a huge part of Hawaiian culture. Growing up this was and still is my favorite place to get my shaved-ice fix.
Everything Else
609 Kailua Rd
609 Kailua Road24/7 Pharmacy
Drinks & Nightlife
This nightclub has the perfect blend of tourists and locals. Some of the top local DJ's spin here on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Dress to impress! If you decide to go early, there is a bar located in the Lobby of the property called - The Study.
Typically, guests tend to start off at The Study then make their way towards Addiction.
This is an extremely popular club so I advise to go early.
55 locals recommend
Addiction
1775 Ala Moana BlvdThis nightclub has the perfect blend of tourists and locals. Some of the top local DJ's spin here on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Dress to impress! If you decide to go early, there is a bar located in the Lobby of the property called - The Study.
Typically, guests tend to start off at The Study then make their way towards Addiction.
This is an extremely popular club so I advise to go early.
If you're looking for a more relaxed spot to unwind and catch a few drinks with your friends, this is probably your best bet.
Located at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, this little spot features live DJ and sometimes live bands.
Dress to impress and arrive early as this lounge does fill up quickly.
190 locals recommend
RumFire
2255 Kalakaua AveIf you're looking for a more relaxed spot to unwind and catch a few drinks with your friends, this is probably your best bet.
Located at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, this little spot features live DJ and sometimes live bands.
Dress to impress and arrive early as this lounge does fill up quickly.
Parks & Nature
This quick trail located near Lanikai Beach is a must see! Give this trail a quick google and you will see why. Make sure to bring your camera as you will be spoiled with panoramic views of Kailua.
177 locals recommend
Pillbox Hike
265 Kaelepulu DrThis quick trail located near Lanikai Beach is a must see! Give this trail a quick google and you will see why. Make sure to bring your camera as you will be spoiled with panoramic views of Kailua.
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