Lanikai Beach

Overview

Lanikai Beach is a picturesque, half-mile-long beach located in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii. Known for its turquoise waters, white sand, and stunning views of the Mokulua Islands, it's one of the most beautiful and popular beaches in Hawaii. The beach offers a variety of activities such as swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

Lanikai Beach is renowned for its natural beauty and clear waters, making it a top destination for both locals and tourists.

Swimming Kayaking Paddleboarding

Location

Address

Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii

Neighborhood: Lanikai

Coordinates

21.387700, -157.749700

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 24 hours

tuesday 24 hours

wednesday 24 hours

thursday 24 hours

friday 24 hours

saturday 24 hours

sunday 24 hours

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, September-November

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, calmer waters

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3-4 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm and dry

• calm waters
• clear skies

summer

hot and sunny

• sunny days
• warm ocean

autumn

warm and dry

• calm waters
• clear skies

winter

cooler and wetter

• rainy days
• cooler temperatures

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

No lifeguards on duty
Limited parking
Bring your own gear

What to Bring

essential

sunscreen water towel

seasonal

light rain jacket warm layers

not allowed

glass containers alcohol

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low to moderate

• strong currents
• sun exposure

Medical facilities: none available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

parking $10

gear rental $20-50

food $10-20

Dress Code

swimwear, comfortable beachwear, beach sandals or barefoot, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1-2 days ahead
• local rental shops
• 24 hours
• none

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Lanikai Beach Guide

Size: 20 MB

Features: Map, Tide information, Weather updates

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: none

Charging Stations: none

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30-40 minutes

taxi

$50-70 30-40 min

public_transport

$2.50-3 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 15 km

car

$5-10 (gas) 20-30 min

bus

$2.50 45-50 min

taxi

$30-40 20-30 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Beautiful scenery, great for water sports

Historical Significance: Traditional fishing grounds

Insider Tips

Free parking if you arrive early
Best food at Kailua Marketplace

Local Recommendations

• Try shave ice at Island Snow
• Ask for guide services

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Aloha

thank_you Mahalo

where_is Whea ke

how_much Pehea ke

beautiful Nani

ticket Tiketi

Guide Languages: English, Japanese, Chinese

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Mokulua Islands view

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Stunning landscape shot

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Beachfront

Best Time: Sunrise

Tips: Low angle

Result: Beautiful sunrise photos

#lanikaibeach #sunrise #oahu

Photography Rules

allowed areas entire beach

prohibited areas none

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy restricted

tripod policy allowed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Kailua Beach

Distance: 0.5km

Walking: 5 min

Type: Beach

Kailua Town

Distance: 1.5km

Walking: 20 min

Type: Shopping and Dining

Lanikai Pillboxes

Distance: 2.5km

Walking: 30 min

Type: Hiking Trail

Reviews

4.7

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Arrive early for parking"
"Bring plenty of water"
"Visit the Mokulua Islands"

Contact Information

+18082630713

not available

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