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Waikiki Beach
Waikīkī Beach
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About
Waikiki Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 37th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 4.3 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of Honolulu settlement, just 4.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is very crowded place during the season.
A significant part of the beach has a restricted access. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Kahanamoku Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Waikiki Beach is located in Hawaii region (Waikiki Beach sub-region) within Honolulu, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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
"Out of all the beaches we visited in Maui and Kauai, this one was my girls' top pick! We absolutely adore this beach and could easily spend all day here soaking up the sun, feeling the golden fine sand between our toes, and enjoying the beautiful scenery."
Larissa Gomez
"This beach has gained worldwide recognition for its powdery sand and pristine, translucent water. Tourists flock from all corners of the globe to bask in the stunning panoramic vistas of Diamond Head and relish the convenience of having shops and restaurants just a stone's throw away. If you're planning a trip to Oahu, make sure to add this beach to your itinerary - it's an ..."
Maxwell McAllister
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"Out of all the beaches we visited in Maui and Kauai, this one was my girls' top pick! We absolutely adore this beach and could easily spend all day here soaking up the sun, feeling the golden fine sand between our toes, and enjoying the beautiful scenery."
Larissa Gomez
"This beach has gained worldwide recognition for its powdery sand and pristine, translucent water. Tourists flock from all corners of the globe to bask in the stunning panoramic vistas of Diamond Head and relish the convenience of having shops and restaurants just a stone's throw away. If you're planning a trip to Oahu, make sure to add this beach to your itinerary - it's an ..."
Maxwell McAllister
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What to do in Waikiki Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Waikiki Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Waikiki Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Waikiki Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Honolulu Coffee at M...• 2 min walk
- Pai's Deli• 2 min walk
- The Cheesecake Facto...• 3 min walk
- Azure• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Waikīkī Beach• 1 min walk
- Duke's Canoe Club• 2 min walk
- Maita'i Catamaran• 7 min walk
- St. Augustine by the...• 7 min walk
Transport
- HIK• 11km
- Kuhio Ave + Liliuoka...• 7 min walk
- Monsarrat Avenue• 23 min walk
Localities
- Honolulu• 4.3km
- Honolulu• 4.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Waikiki Beach?
The Waikiki Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Waikiki Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Waikiki Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Waikiki Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Waikiki Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Waikiki Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Waikiki Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Waikiki Beach good for families?
Yes, the Waikiki Beach is good place for families with children. This is partly a hotel beach, part of the territory belongs to the hotel, and the rest of the beach is open to everyone. Only hotel guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Waikiki Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach.
What are the key audiences of Waikiki Beach?
Waikiki Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Waikiki Beach?
The bar is located right on the Waikiki Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Honolulu Coffee at Moana Surfrider is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Waikiki Beach?
There are 1359 places to stay in the Waikiki Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Waikiki Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Waikiki Beach from parking?
The Waikiki 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 Waikiki Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Waikiki Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Waikīkī Beach located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Waikiki Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Waikiki 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?
Waikiki Beach (O'ahu island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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