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Maunalua Bay Beach
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Maunalua Bay Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 278th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 15 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of East Honolulu settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Maunalua Bay Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Hanauma Bay, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Beach overall scores
Maunalua Bay Beach is located in Hawaii within East Honolulu, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the O'ahu island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"Compared to other beaches in the area, this beach may not be as visually stunning."
Hina, Jazel Bernadette
"The beach is more of a bay and boat launch, with limited sand and an abundance of shells and rocks in the area we visited. The water is calm, making it a suitable spot for swimming and snorkeling, but be mindful of local line fishers on weekends. While lacking in shade, there are a few picnic tables available. The beach offers great opportunities for capturing stunning sunse..."
Cameron Stone
User reviews
"Compared to other beaches in the area, this beach may not be as visually stunning."
Hina, Jazel Bernadette
"The beach is more of a bay and boat launch, with limited sand and an abundance of shells and rocks in the area we visited. The water is calm, making it a suitable spot for swimming and snorkeling, but be mindful of local line fishers on weekends. While lacking in shade, there are a few picnic tables available. The beach offers great opportunities for capturing stunning sunse..."
Cameron Stone
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East Honolulu
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- The Original Roy's i...• 4 min walk
- Māla Market• 5 min walk
- Costco Food Court• 6 min walk
- Liko's Tap & Table• 10 min walk
Attractions
- Halona Blowhole Look...• 3.7km
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Transport
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- Monsarrat Avenue• 10.3km
Localities
- East Honolulu• 1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Maunalua Bay Beach?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Maunalua Bay Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Maunalua Bay Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Maunalua Bay Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Maunalua Bay Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Maunalua Bay Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Maunalua Bay Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Maunalua Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Maunalua Bay Beach?
Maunalua Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Maunalua Bay Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Maunalua Bay Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Original Roy's in Hawaii Kai is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Maunalua Bay Beach?
There are 679 places to stay in the Maunalua Bay Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Maunalua Bay Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Maunalua Bay Beach from parking?
The Maunalua Bay Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Maunalua Bay Beach?
There are 2 attractions near Maunalua Bay Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Halona Blowhole Lookout located in 3.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Maunalua Bay Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Maunalua Bay Beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 24°C and water 24°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Maunalua Bay Beach (O'ahu island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Maunalua Bay Beach (O'ahu island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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