Sunset over a beach with small waves, footprints in the sand, and a group of people walking along the shoreline, with trees on the right and an island in the distance. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.

About Kailua

Kailua, Oahu is renowned for its beautiful sunrise beaches - powdery soft white sands and crystal clear ocean.  Your bungalows are just steps down the sandy beach path on to Kailua Beach and a 10 to 15 minute walk to Kailua town with amazing restaurants and wonderful local shopping. Also just down the beach is Kailua Beach Rentals where you can rent bikes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards daily or weekly. Kailua is the perfect beach town with everything you want and everything you need for the perfect stay in Hawaii. We supply you boogie boards, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, coolers, and beach towels.

Kailua Beach & Town - Just Steps Away!

  • Kailua Beach: Simply step out of your front door and take the beach path to reach the best part of Kailua Beach. Enjoy the powder-soft sand and crystal blue water.

  • Kailua Town: Only a 10-15 minute walk away. The best route is through Kailua Park, which also features:

    • An Olympic-sized swimming pool (perfect for laps)

    • Tennis courts (available for use)

Don’t Miss Out on Kailua’s Sunrises!

Kailua Beach is famous for its breathtaking sunrises. Make sure to catch a few during your stay!

In compliance with the revised ordinances of the City and County of Honolulu, the minimum advertised rental period for this property is 30 consecutive days per the Kokua Stipulation as agreed by the City and County of Honolulu.

This property has been registered as a Transient Accommodation with the State of Hawaii    This property is a legally established dwelling. 
State of Hawaii Transient Registration License
# TA-064-669-6960-02 / GE-064-669-6960-02

Map of the island of Oahu in Hawaii showing major regions and cities, including North Shore, Turtle Bay, West Oahu, Aulani, Waikiki, Kahala, East Oahu, Hawaii Kai, Kailua, Windward Oahu, and others.

Local Dining Recommendations:

Breakfast Spots:

  • Over Easy: A local favorite and top choice for breakfast.

  • Moke’s Bed & Breakfast: Great for a classic breakfast experience.

  • Cinnamons: Known for delicious breakfast options.

  • Morning Brew: Perfect for a morning pick-me-up.

  • Lilikoi Kitchen

  • Sunrise Shack

  • Boots & Kimo’s Homestyle Kitchen

Lunch & Dinner:

  • Kalawapi Market & Deli: Just down the beach (turn right on the beach path, then right at the opening). It’s great for breakfast, lunch, and everything in between. Try their local coffee, smoothies, pizza, sandwiches, and deli salads.

  • Island Snow (Shave Ice): Across from Kalawapi, the best shave ice in Kailua!

  • Local Bob’s Pizza: Another delicious option near Kalawapi.

  • Sunrise Shack: A surfer-friendly spot for healthy bites.

  • Buzz’s Steak House: A beach view restaurant just down from Kalawapi.

  • The Food Company

  • Vitality

  • Nalu Health Bar & Cafe

  • Utah Island Grill

  • Le Crepe

In Kailua Town (5-minute drive, 10-15 minute walk):

  • Maui Brewing Company: Enjoy local beer and food.

  • The Hibachi: Fantastic poke bowls.

  • Goen by Roy Yamaguchi: Upscale dining with a variety of flavors.

  • Mexico Lindo: Delicious Mexican cuisine.

  • Saeng's Thai: For Thai food lovers.

  • Formaggio: Great food and live music nightly.

  • Baci Bistro: A charming Italian spot.

  • Himalayan Kitchen: Amazing Indian food (take-out only).

  • Ganesh Dosa: Known for its Indian dosas.

  • Nico’s: Great seafood, but a little too far to walk (located at the other end of Kailua Beach).

  • Haleiwa Joe’s: A beautiful garden setting, but located in the next town over.

Farmers Markets & Local Events:

  • Thursday Farmers Market: In Kailua Town, with live music and local food vendors.

  • Sunday Farmers Markets:

    • Uluniu Street Market (walking distance)

    • Pali Market (next to Castle Hospital) Both have live music, local artisans, and fresh food.

Grocery Stores in Kailua:

  • Whole Foods

  • Down to Earth (Vegetarian)

  • Safeway

  • Target (Grocery & more)

  • Foodland

  • Tokyo Central (Japanese Grocery Store)

Four paddles stuck in the sand on a beach, with the ocean and clouds in the background. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.
A marina with a white sailboat on the left and colorful kayaks stacked on a rack on the right, with a body of water and a cloudy blue sky in the background. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.
Sailboats docked at a marina with a wooden pier and colorful kayaks stored on racks on the right side. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.
Beach gear and a large water fountain with rocks in a garden area in a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.
Rocky shoreline with tide pools and the ocean in the background under a partly cloudy sky. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.
Two people riding bicycles on a sandy beach near the ocean, with blue skies and clouds overhead. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.
A narrow, cascading waterfall flowing down a mossy, rocky hillside surrounded by dense green foliage and trees. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.
A narrow muddy trail through dense green bamboo and foliage in a tropical rainforest. steps from a vacation rental in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii.