A pickleball court anywhere is good. These courts are within walking distance of the Waikiki…read morehotels if you need a pickleball fix while on vacation. The pickleball courts are next to the beach, thus sand and windy conditions are common. Paddle rentals are available near the shop / stand renting beach stuff near the Hilton. The courts are affiliated with the Hale Koa Hotels which has priority for special events. Picnic tables are nearby and of course you have the nearby beach to relax or get your tan on.

Very nice beachfront park. We primarily used the beach but saw that there are grassy areas on the…read moreother side of the "boardwalk" where you can lie under the shade of palms but still be near the water. There is a nice, clean sandy beach here. Many families are there and there was only a faint weed odor while we visited (nothing more than anywhere else you go). There are also pickleball courts and bathroom facilities, and it's close to hotels and food trucks/eateries.

Last day of our stay. We wanted to do another hike and get back to hotel to clean up before heading…read moreto the airport but everyone was too tired. Even though we have Waikīkī 2 blocks from hotel, but having traveled to Hawaii 50+ times, decided to try something new. As we didn't want to wonder off too far, decided to check this beach out. This is more local than touristy, which is a good thing. The water was a bit murky by the parking lot as the sediment from the flowing stream was being released. But if you go toward the left side, the water quickly is much better. We saw many small fish and crabs. The sand is mixed with pebbles, so it's not exactly easy to walk on, but it was perfectly fine. I didn't notice any homeless or any issues as some reviews. Overall, it was quite relaxing to spend about 90 min before we had to get back to our hotel to clean up and check out.

I love going to Waiʻalae Beach Park with my dog because it's spacious, but the beach is narrow…read moreenough that I feel safe walking her there. There's bathrooms and showers with security cameras on the outside of the building, as well as beach tables and benches throughout the park. Vibe: Honestly, I would not come to this park alone. There are quite a lot of homeless people living either at the park or in the bushes, and occasionally some strangers walking around that seem like they may not be safe. There are lots of families and people with dogs, especially on the weekends. The beach itself is also not the best, since there's lots of debris, glass, and trash along the shoreline. The ocean water isn't the clearest and the ocean floor is very rocky. Parking: They have free parking available in a lot by the bathrooms, but this lot fills up quickly and rarely has any stalls open. I usually try to find free street parking in the neighborhood.

TLDR: 5/5 - Two sections of parking lots both with restrooms, an incredible beach and not too…read morecrowded depending on where you are! Wow this place took my breath away! Parking: 5/5 - Personally did not have an issue parking here there were plenty of spots available at around 10:30/11. But there is another lot a further down the road. I prefer the one that i was at however I felt like the other lot going up to Lainkai was more for fisherman and kids. Location: 5/5 I had Lainkai Beach saved on my list so going to this one was a bit unexpected but they deliver the same views and even better that there's a restroom! Restroom was super clean too With that being said it was pretty windy which wasn't a problem but know that its blowin. The sand as well is that fine white sand which is super pretty but it sticks to you so if you're not a sand person...well...you're going to have to accept your textured fate. I wish I could've stayed here longer honestly. I love the fact that there's a foodland nearby to get some lunch and lounge here. There were families of course what are you going to do but there's enough space I feel like without too much crowding. The water was a postcard blue, warm and clear and tranquil. I'd come back here time and time again

We decided to spend the day at Kailua Beach Park soaking up some vitamin sea while enjoying a…read morecouple of plate lunches. We arrived around 11A, and both the parking lot and the beach were already slammed. We got lucky and snagged a parking stall just as someone was pulling out. Finding a spot on the sand took a little longer, but eventually we found a place to nestle. The water was beautiful. The waves were mostly soft rolling breaks with the occasional stronger set that could catch you off guard if you weren't paying attention. Overall, I think it's a great beach for inexperienced swimmers, but I probably wouldn't recommend it for families with toddlers who just want to wade near the shoreline. Those occasional waves have enough push to knock over the littles. One thing I appreciated was how well-maintained the restrooms were compared to some of the other beach parks around the island. They also have a foot rinse station just outside the bathrooms, which made it easy to rinse off the sand from our feet and slippahs before heading back to the car. Such a simple feature, but one I always appreciate. Would I come back? Absolutely. The soft white sand, beautiful warm water, and relaxed vibe make it easy to spend an entire afternoon here. Just come early if you want a fighting chance at parking.

It was a nice clean beach. Had wonderful views. Would recommend. A plus was it's clean clear water.read more

If you prefer a quieter local beach over a busier one, this is the perfect spot. My favorite on the…read moreisland, hands down!!! Our tour guide at Kualoa Ranch told us about this hidden gem. This is the beach that locals go to and I am so glad she told us about it. The water is turquoise, the waves were calm and we sat under a huge tree that I didn't want to leave. I really wished someone told us about this beach on day 1. I loved how the shore was so short and it was definitely family friendly. I enjoyed hanging out here and wished we could've spent half the day here. It's beautiful, just look at the pictures.

I love my running route because it always passes by this area and I can enjoy beautiful ocean views…read moreas I run. I definitely feel like I'm in Baywatch and the main character of my own story every single time I run this route. I always take a moment to reflect and watch the waves here from the park area. I come on off-hours so usually no one is here. When it's at a peak hour I recall almost the whole area had people setting up their blankets and watching the waves. That's fine but I like it when no one is there. I got lucky and ran during a rain shower and caught the end of it with a beautiful rainbow. Definitely one for the books.

Great beach / lookout to watch surfers. I think this spot is definitely geared more for paddling…read moreout because it is pretty shallow and if you're not careful you could get roughed up with all the coral. There is a paved walkway down to the beach. Obviously a lot easier getting down than it is to walk back up. Not the spot to really bring your whole beach set up. Since what you carry down you're gonna have to carry back up. So leave the tent and beach chairs at home, keep it simple with just some beach towels. I read some reviews that there is a beach shower here, but I didn't see it or use it. But the walk back up from the beach does get a lot of sand off naturally. I wouldn't say that this beach is super accessible and doesn't have a lot of amenities as other beaches in more central Waikiki.

A cute little beach not crowded seems more for the residences but it's sad to see that people do…read moreleave there trash behind there is joined to clean up so clean up after yourself and if possible pick a little extra up as well..

Lovely day with 3 of my 4 boys and 2 of their ladies. Great spot for families or singles.read more

One of the most memorable experiences of our trip!…read more You can tell locals and tourists alike enjoy this spot, but PLEASE do not attempt to jump in the water if you're not a local, as the current can be strong. Instead, please enjoy the views and be respectful to others. Parking can be a little tricky as this is on a residential area but with a little patience and willingness to walk, you'll be rewarded with stunning views! We went there a couple of hours before sunset and it was starting to get busy with people setting shop to watch the sunset there... can you blame them?! The entrance can be a little steep so be careful if not wearing appropriate footwear and take your time. No matter what pictures I share here, they won't do justice to the stunning natural beauty of this place!

Not sure if a lot of tourists know about this spot for sunset and views but I highly recommend you…read morecoming here on your next trip. This has to be one of the most fun places to watch the sunset and it makes you feel like a local. Been here every time I've visited and it's such a vibe. There's music playing, people cliff jumping and drinking while the sun's going down. The majority of the crowd is on the younger side too. Be sure to be mindful in the neighborhood and to get there before sunset because it gets crowded.

Waikiki Beach is right across the street from our hotel in Honolulu and it's just beautiful here!…read more The sand is like sugar crystals and surprisingly clean. The water is crystal clear and even though it's crowded due to the lovely weather, there's still plenty of room for everyone.

Located directly in front of the Queen Kapiolani Park. Parking at the zoo is available for a cost…read more Beautiful place to watch a great Hawaiian sunset. Always filled with locals jumping off the wall into the water. This place brings back lots of memories. Can sit along the wall and watch the beach volleyball players, boogie boarders, beach goers or just jump in the water yourself.