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Sand Island Beach
About
Sand Island Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 233th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 1.8 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of Honolulu settlement, just 1.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Sand Island 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, snorkeling.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 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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Sand Island 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
"This beach is an excellent option for your final day in Honolulu as it's conveniently located near the airport. The best part is that it's rarely crowded, unlike Waikiki, so it's a perfect spot to relax before catching your flight from Daniel K. Additionally, it's worth noting that this beach has free public entry."
Chef Guy-AR-D
"The park is well-maintained, although it could use more water for the grass. It's a hidden gem that's worth visiting, especially since it's free to enter for the public. The only downside is that the bathroom is a porta potty and located nearby."
Shane Steel
User reviews
"This beach is an excellent option for your final day in Honolulu as it's conveniently located near the airport. The best part is that it's rarely crowded, unlike Waikiki, so it's a perfect spot to relax before catching your flight from Daniel K. Additionally, it's worth noting that this beach has free public entry."
Chef Guy-AR-D
"The park is well-maintained, although it could use more water for the grass. It's a hidden gem that's worth visiting, especially since it's free to enter for the public. The only downside is that the bathroom is a porta potty and located nearby."
Shane Steel
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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What to do in Sand Island Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Sand Island Beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Dave & Buster's Hono...• 26 min walk
- Chef Chai• 29 min walk
- Chai's Island Bistro• 29 min walk
- Tangö Contemporary C...• 2.4km
Attractions
- Aloha Tower• 14 min walk
- Children's Discovery...• 17 min walk
- Kawaiahaʻo Church• 21 min walk
- Hawaiian Mission Hou...• 22 min walk
Transport
- HIK• 5.6km
- S King St + Punchbow...• 21 min walk
- Monsarrat Avenue• 7.2km
Localities
- Honolulu• 1.8km
- Honolulu• 1.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Sand Island Beach?
The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 Sand Island Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sand Island Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Sand Island Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Sand Island Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
Sand Island Beach is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Sand Island Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Sand Island 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 gentle.
Is the Sand Island Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sand Island Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sand Island Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Dave & Buster's Honolulu is the closest place located 2100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Sand Island Beach?
There are 1355 places to stay in the Sand Island Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Sand Island Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Sand Island Beach from parking?
The Sand Island 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 Sand Island Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Sand Island Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Aloha Tower located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Sand Island Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Sand Island 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?
Sand Island 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.Sand Island 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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