Quality Surfboards Hawaii

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Quality Surfboards is one of the best bang for your buck rental spots around Waikiki. We compared several spots and this place had the best deals. They do rentals for beach chairs, umbrellas, and other beach necessities - aside from surfboards. Staff is amazing at making recommendations and is incredibly helpful and kind. I recommend this spot if you're visiting Waikiki and looking for quality rentals. read more

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Tracy R.

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Super convenient surfboard rental for my visit to Waikiki. I opted to do a week long rental (5-7 days) for $150. They have a variety of long and shortboards to choose from, with the option to switch out boards during your rental period. You can either store surfboards there at the shop, or take them back to your hotel, which I did. I borrowed a 9' torq board, and they gave me the option to take wheels along with me to help move the board from place to place. This was SUPER helpful and I'd really recommend it. They also gave us a bar of wax to use during the week! There was one incident where I surfed too close to a shallow reef and my fin came loose, I brought it back to the shop and they were able to fix it promptly. Staff were also really knowledgeable about the surf spots in Waikiki and gave us tips on where to go based on our skill level. I'd gladly come here again! read more

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Faith C.

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The staff here is incredibly helpful and knowledgable about all things surfing! They have very good pricing for rentals and aren't too far away from some of the more popular surfing spots - making for a short walk to transport your rented equipment. There are lots of different boards you can choose from and the staff is very accommodating to your needs for timing for rentals. read more

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Katie S.

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Great for surfboard and SUP rental. Awesome staff, all really friendly and helpful. They also rent our beach chairs and umbrella which was much cheaper than hotels. read more

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Michael G.

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Typical value for quality service and a great selection of surfboards would highly recommend anyone traveling to the islands. Make their first stop here. read more

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Walter H.

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In Waikiki and want to rent a surfboard, then Quality Surfboards Hawaii is a great choice. Especially if you know what you're doing and want to try different boards. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and you can't beat the rental prices for the quality of surfboards they have to choose from. Plus they will include either a car roof carrier or wheeled dolly as part of the price. They also provided some wax for use while we had their boards. Great experience! read more

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Andrew C.

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Super rad board rentals and service. Definitely will be coming back here. The 9'6 christenson is such a good board! read more

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Michelle E.

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Rented a paddle board for my mom and I to use on Hiltons duke lagoon and it was so easy! Pleasant experience renting and is a great price $45 for the whole day. Also open later (8pm) than most places by the beach which close around 4 pm. They require a card on hold and can hold your belongings for you while you are on the water. Since not right on the beach does require about a 10 minute walk to the water but they provide you with wheels for the board and make it super easy. read more

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Diana C.

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Conveniently located by the Hilton Hawaiian Village to rent surfboards, beach chairs and umbrellas. Able to switch surfboards without an additional charge. Staff is professional and very helpful. Would definitely go back to rent there on our next visit. read more

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Daryl H.

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This place does live up to the hype! Excellent customer service, was in the market for a Walden Magic mode LB. They assisted me with 100% satisfaction and this was just the initial phone call! They explained exactly what they had in stock, allowed me to put a down payment for the board over the phone and held for me until I could come down to pick it up. The parking here can be a little tricky but just give um a call and they'll give info on your best options. Great staff, great prices I was stoked! read more

Quality Surfboards Hawaii - My new Walden MM LB, I'll give Quality Surfboards my business anytimez! - Surfing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Fernando V.

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Best deal on the island, especially if you're not a beginner - their board selection is excellent. Ken and the crew were attentive, actually cared about the kind of surfing I wanted to do, and hooked me up with a beautiful board. Had some excellent sessions on it. Even when I'm staying far away, I'll walk 30 mins+ to pick up a board from this spot instead of getting gouged elsewhere. Can't recommend them enough. Sorry about the delayed review Ken - cheers! Fernando from Cali read more

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Kalei E.

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I cannot recommend the quality surf/ big skate guys enough. Over the past week I have been trying to troubleshoot what is wrong with my longboard, I had suspected it was the disintegrated pivot cups. My uncle suggested hitting up big skate shop in town in the wailana building. Off I went and I've been incredibly happy with the results. Joey and Tim helped me on separate days and were so patient with me. Joey spent over 40 minutes explaining the type of trucks my board needed, helped me look up the parts and tried to replace the pivot cups. I ended up ordering a different set, getting the hardware and multi tool from Big Skate. If you need skate gear and knowledgeable good dudes, this is the place to stop by. I will 100% be back in the future! read more

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May T.

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Absolutely amazing service here. I have been renting boards from here since 2020 and they have never disappointed me, from the board choice/ quality to customer service. Owen and Rob were friendly, helpful and made me feel valued as a customer. The vibe of the surf shop is friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this business to any surfer/ board lover needing an affordable yet quality choice for surfboard read more

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Angela C.

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This store helped me repair my beloved Walden Magic surfboard with the Ding doctor. It took longer than expected, but I was happy with the water tight smooth result. They even gave me a bar of wax and a little discount for the longer than usually time it took to repair my surfboard. That was a very nice gesture. Everyone that worked here were nice and cool. read more

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Rebecca W.

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These guys are awesome. Very helpful, knowledgeable staff, and the boards are excellent quality with a great selection. They even had my Bobby quad shortboard! Location is great and prices are super reasonable. Will definitely be back. read more

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Allan F.

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Need to skate or surf while on vacation in Oahu? Go to Quality. Cause just like the name says they provide Quality. Great selection of surfboards to rent. From beginner to advanced, they'll get you dialed. Also they got a skateshop so grab some wood to ride when there's no waves. Big thanks to the crew at Quality! Mahalo from the 818. read more

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Kristina M.

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Best experience, we only stayed in Waikiki for two days and we wanted to spend our last day snorkeling, we only spent $10 for gear all day and got our mask, snorkel, fins, and defogger in less than 5 minutes, service was great and would 1000% recommend. You pay when you come back and just make sure you rinse out your gear. I'll definitely go back the next time I'm in Waikiki! read more

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Erika R.

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Quality Surfboards was recommended to us by our server at a restaurant / bar and I'm glad he did! On our last Hawaii trip, we rented boards for $20 an hour, but Quality Surfboards charges $20 a day! You can keep the board for however long you want and pay when you return it. You can also come back in and switch out for a different board! We had a tiny rental car with no roof rack, so we were provided with a car rack at no extra charge! Wax and leashes were also provided. The staff were such cool, nice people! I wish I got their names. They answered questions, chatted with us and we never felt like we were a bother or felt rushed. There was a good selection of boards to choose from! They even brought out a foam board from the back for me! This is also a small shop with towels, shirts, stickers, etc. Parking is in an underground lot. You might get lucky with the attendant who will let you just park and run in quickly! We will rent from here from now on and recommend renting from here if you need a good board with a good deal! read more

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Tessa R.

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Needed a leash last minute and so happy I went in. Free parking downstairs is so easy. A whole wall of leashes to choose from. Friendly staff. Definitely recommend and will be back! read more

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David K.

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If you're looking for surfboard rentals in Waikiki do NOT rent from beachside vendors, head to Quality Surfboards. They are only a couple of blocks back from the beach, their staff are excellent, range is great and prices are unbeatable! I went in as a nervous tourist but Travis gave me excellent advice on the board I needed, and most importantly where to go to avoid bumping into aggressive local surfers! Highly recommend! Shaka bros! read more

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Eric O.

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I was super stoked to have rented a board from quality surfboards. It was my first time surfing Hawaiis south shore and was not able to bring my own boards. Their boards were just like my boards back home and were in great condition. read more

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james n.

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Great surf shop with a good selection of everything you need to get you in the water. Staff is friendly and helpful.

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Steph Q.

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My husband and I rented from Quality Surfboards during our most recent trip to Oahu. They had everything we were looking to rent at a very reasonable and fair price per day. The staff was super friendly, very patient with our questions, and made the process from renting to transporting the boards very easy for us as out-of-towners. The staff we interacted with were super professional, knowledgable about their products and the local beaches, and really helped to make this part of our trip stress-free and memorable. Each time we came in, they seemed to always be busy with customers, which makes total sense based on our firsthand experience with their business. Parking was a little bit of a challenge, though there is a paid parking garage on the floor below the shop that is shared among the other businesses and (what I believe to be) the adjacent apartment complex. Even with the minor parking garage fee, it is still financially (and reliably) worth renting from Quality Surfboards. We were on the fence of bringing our own boards with us from California, but without the extra hassle with traveling, we will rent from Quality Surfboards on all of our future trips out to the island. 5-stars all around! read more

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JD H.

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Love this place for helping to make surfing approachable to the masses. No Waikiki stay is complete without surfing and on previous trips, I would try to frequent any of the small, independent vendors renting boards at various spots on the beach. Fast forward to now and I arrive to find out that all of those mom and pop vendors have been booted off the beach and only a single company seems to monopolize all of the rentals. I'm sure this was done with the City's financial interests in mind since their rates are expensive ($20/hr!) At those rates, if you are here for a week, it is cheaper to buy a board and give it away to someone at the end of your trip! Enter Quality Surfboards to the rescue. Yes, it is away from the beach so there is a little effort on your part required but drive to the location, park in the underground ramp (they will validate your ticket for 30 min of free parking), pay $20/day and walk out with a good board, leash and carry hook. No payment needed until you return it. It is that simple. The people working there are friendly, helpful and genuine. The pricing is certainly right. They have the real Aloha spirit in helping people out to discover or participate in the fun of surfing. Where the city really cheapened the vendor experience on the Waikiki beach, this place ran with it and really delivers a good experience at a fair price. I gladly write this review in hopes of sending business to them. Surfing should be an approachable experience and this place makes it just that. read more

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De'jiah M.

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My family and I spent a week out in Hawaii. The day before we left we decided to take surfing lessons! Our Instructor and his helpers were AMAZING! We had a big group of 7 people. Ages ranging from 12-53. After some step by step lessons during the first 30 minutes we all paddled out into the ocean and every single one of us were able to stand up and catch a wave! We caught multiple waves and it was an amazing experience! The instructors were super encouraging and very good teachers! I never knew surfing was THAT MUCH FUN! 10/10 highly recommend!! read more

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Devon T.

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Quality surfboards Hawaii is hands down the best rental shop on the island, for more reason than I can list here in this review. Some of the top highlights of this place would be it's outstanding staff and service that always makes you feel welcome and gets your stoked to get in the water with the best rental boards you will find anywhere on the island. The selection of rental boards is actually crazy and will make you leave asking is this really a rental board. Most rental shops give you beaten down boards that are water logged and suck. You WILL NOT ever be put in that situation with Quality Surfboards Hawaii. If you want you and your ohana to have the best time in the water and get the most value out of your money make sure to stop by here and get STOKED!!!!! 10 stars if I could!!! read more

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Jerry M.

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best rental boards i've ever seen. staff super accommodating and the price is very reasonable, makes traveling w/o a board worth it. I rented a 7'4 single fin, tudor and a 6'2 pyzel. read more

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Jeff S.

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Hard to find a better deal for the quality of surfboards and selection that you get here. Is my second time renting while here in Waikiki and I'll for sure rent from them again On future trips. Added bonus is they give you a cool little wheeled contraption to help move your boards down the beach with. I do wish they rented in 24 hour increments but for the price I guess I really can't complain. Staff is also super helpful in selecting boards and make sure we were set to go! read more

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Sandra R.

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Joey from Quality Surfboards new boards sales is very friendly and personable. He was very knowledgeable and patient with all our newbie questions. The showroom just opened in March and has a good selection of Tokoro surfboards. They also have bodyboards and a few long boards. They have a good inventory of accessories as well. Located on the street level of the old Wailana coffee shop on Ena road. Validated parking downstairs just follow a sign that say surf store parking and walk up to street level. read more

Quality Surfboards Hawaii - Taking a look at different long boards - Surfing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Justin D.

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Solid rental spot. Most boards are in decent condition, but the best is they are flexible if you'd like to swap your board out. Not the friendliest of crews but it just depends on who is behind the counter. read more

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Clarissa D.

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While looking for surfboard rentals during my week stay in Honolulu, Quality Surfboards did not disappoint! The staff is super helpful, nice, and this spot will definitely be the cheapest prices for quality gear. Also, I really liked the option to hold on to the surfboard throughout my entire stay and bring it back when I was done. You can also come back to the shop, leave your board, and pick it up the next day since many condos/hotels charge for surfboard/SUP storage. Parking: There is an underground parking garage with a 6'3" max roof height. An attendant will guide you where to park and hand you a ticket. Make sure to validate it for free parking. Prices: $20/day for a surfboard. Upon request, straps, wax, and wheels to transport bigger boards around (like a caddy) are available (idk what the extra cost of that would be) Hours: 8am-8pm you can pick up/drop off anytime between then. I definitely recommend this place when renting gear! The beaches will charge you an average of $20-$25/hr for surfboards. The next time I come back to Waikiki area, I'll be a returning customer! Thanks, guys! read more

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Christine D.

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We rent body boards from here every time. Friendly staff and like there name quality boards. read more

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Phil C.

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My go to when doing long term rental. No issues whatsoever. Go before closing if you need for the next day read more

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mark p.

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This place was great, I did a week rental with board and bike combo. They have a solid selection for you to pick from and the boards aren't super jacked like other rental shops. Best part about it was that you can swap boards whenever you like so you have the right equipment if you plan to hit different spots. read more

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Andrew K.

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$20 board rentals!?! What a deal! Too bad the breaks on this side of Waikiki are all reef breaks that are WAY out there. After 30-45 mins paddling out I was too tired (out of shape) to catch up with the waves. Still a great shop and price with a wide selection of boards for all abilities. read more

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William K.

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Great place to rent (or buy). Crew is awesome. Boards for all levels of ability. Will keep coming back.

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Jenny J.

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These guys were so amazing. The surfboards I rented were $20 and they were quality epoxy boards!! I'm 5'5" and they gave me a 10' one on wheels!! Wheels were major key!! THIS is probably the best value I've ever gotten anywhere in the world. Rent from them and you won't regret it!!! read more

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Ohman N.

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Great service, highly recommend. Great value, cheapest in Oahu. The rental is a bike ride away from downtown Waikiki.

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More info about Quality Surfboards Hawaii

1860 Ala Moana Blvd
Ste 104
Honolulu, HI 96815
Waikiki
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(808) 947-7307
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http://www.qualitysurfboardshawaii.com

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Hours

What time does Quality Surfboards Hawaii open?

Quality Surfboards Hawaii opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Quality Surfboards Hawaii close?

Quality Surfboards Hawaii closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Quality Surfboards Hawaii take credit cards?

Yes, Quality Surfboards Hawaii takes credit cards.

Indoor Amenities

Does Quality Surfboards Hawaii allow dogs?

Yes, Quality Surfboards Hawaii allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Quality Surfboards Hawaii have bike parking?

Yes, Quality Surfboards Hawaii has bike parking.

Does Quality Surfboards Hawaii have parking?

Yes, Quality Surfboards Hawaii has parking options. Garage Parking, Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Quality Surfboards Hawaii wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Quality Surfboards Hawaii is wheelchair accessible.

Does Quality Surfboards Hawaii have free WiFi?

Yes, Quality Surfboards Hawaii has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Full service surf shop. Rent or Buy all your beach gear: Surfboards, Snorkel Gear, Sunscreen, Bodyboards, Skimboards, Bikes, Coolers, Chairs and Beach Umbrellas! Daily surf report and weekly forecasts are posted.

History

Established in 2006.

Quality Surfboards Hawaii is a localy owned company, Buy Local! We provide top quality rentals. Boards you can rip on! (that don't look like you're on rentals!) and gear for the beach at local prices, not tourist Waikiki prices! We are also the only used surfboard shop in the Waikiki area and offer the best deals on Used and New boards. Check out the accessories wall to find whatever you need to keep you in the water and the stoke alive! Filling up fast is Quality Surfboards New Surfboard Storage. 24hr security. Free and easy parking downstairs. Entrance on Ena rd. just pull downstairs and tell them you are going to the surfshop.

Meet the Business Owner: Jason G.

Born and raised in Hawaii Jason knows the island and the waves like, well his own backyard. Before going on the World Surfing Tour Jason was Hawaii's High School Surfing Champion, State Champion, and National Champion. Extensive world traveling to places like South Africa, Tahiti, Europe, South America, Australia & Japan. Jason finally found himself back at home and with a surf shop to reminisce with people from all the places he's been to and all the places he hasn't. Come share the stoke!!

Review Highlights - Quality Surfboards Hawaii

“If you are staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village or at any of the hotels in the area, go here to rent your boards!”

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Moku Hawaii

No more dragging boards on planes, car rentals and parking worries! Moku is right at Waikiki,…read moregreat board selection, price and OPEN past sunset so no panicking to hurry back! Good merch too!

I was put in an odd spot. Surely not in my comfort zone…read more You see, a friend from Japan came to Hawaii and when asked what he wanted to do, surfing came up. As a local boy born and raised in Oahu, I'm embarrassed by the fact that I cannot swim. Surfing clearly out of the picture. I used to work in the Japanese tour agency many blue moons ago where I recall a surfing school that offers surfing lessons. My friend already knows how to surf so I didn't think this was for him so I asked one of my physical therapists who surfs regularly. He introduced me to a surfing school that's at Ala Moana Beach where I was given their website, which is also available in Japanese. I forwarded the information to my friend prior to his arrival to Honolulu where he didn't jump at it and said he'd think about it. On his arrival I drove him to his hotel on Kalakaua Ave and upon check in we saw a rack of surfboards nearby where I asked if they were rentals. The staff advised the boards belong to the in-house guests who were keeping them as storage while not in use. When asked about rentals, the front desk staff advised us to inquire with Moku Hawaii (MH) as their rates are 1/2 to what the businesses are asking for across the street on the beach. MH has been in business since 1985 where they hail from Japan. They started off as a clothing company but transitioned over to a surf shop offering surf lesson and rental business. We walked over and soon found MH, which is on the 1F at the corner of Koa Ave and Uluniu Ave. We were greeted by a friendly, young female staff who welcomed us and answered our multiple questions. With its locality, reasonable rates and customer service, my friend liked MH and decided to look no further. While checking out their inventory, my friend noticed hard boards and was hoping for soft boards. The staff guided us to those soft boards where it's available in either long or short. You will need to complete their rental form which to our surprise is quite flexible. For example, you can initially request for a 2 hr package but in the event you go overcast, you just pay the difference of $5, which is the price difference between 2 hr course and the next course of up to 4 hrs. MH gives back to the community as they sponsor multiple local keiki surf contests. That's so awesome. So, if you should be in a bind where someone asks you for a surf school in Waikiki, look no further and guide them to MH. We were surprisingly impressed with their surf shop and their amazing customer service. They open from 6am and close at 8pm

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Sparky's Surf School

5.0

(110 reviews)

1.0 mi

Our family had such an amazing experience! We booked a family surf lesson with our three kids (ages…read more4, 7, and 9), and they paired us with four instructors. I honestly can't say enough good things about the entire team. My two youngest stayed on their instructors' boards the entire lesson, which was perfect for their ages. Their instructors were incredibly patient, kind, encouraging, and so amazing with young children. My oldest had his own instructor who really took the time to teach him and build his confidence. My husband and I were with Sparky, who was absolutely fantastic. By the end of the lesson, every single one of us had stood up and ridden a wave more than once! The instructors made everyone feel safe, supported, and successful, no matter their age or experience. It also gave us peace of mind knowing everyone is lifeguard certified. We had so much fun that before we even got back to the car, my kids were already asking to book another lesson before we leave! If you're thinking about surfing, especially as a family with young kids, I can't recommend Sparky and his team enough.

I (9 year old) took an amazing surf lesson!…read more Sparky is the perfect guy for me, he was so patient! And he was always lifting my spirit with amazing positivity whenever I wiped out on a wave. I loved him so much I took another surf lesson the next day! Since I am a kid it is not too easy but with Sparky on my side the word hard never came my way! Surfing with Sparky is amazing and if you are looking for a successful surf lesson you should definitely go to Sparky's! Love Olivia to Sparky!!!!!

Abe teaching them before they got in the ocean.

Everybody's leaning how...

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Gone Surfing Hawaii

(167 reviews)

0.5 mi

I signed up my 8 year old for his first surf lesson with Gone Surfing and the experience was…read moreamazing. I will totally recommened this company, they are very professional. They also got us some amazing photos and videos of him surfing. He had lot of fun and cant wait to go back again surfing with them.

Great instructors. Tommy and Dev were friendly, professional and so patient! It was great having a…read morephotographer there to catch my two daughters getting up during our first surfing lesson ever! We highly recommend this company!

Girls Surf Day Waikiki Beach Outrigger Reef on the Beach Hotel. Rent at Gone Surfing Hawaii:)

Headed out with Owen! We both got up on our first try!

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Hawaii Surf Guru

5.0

(143 reviews)

0.8 mi

Great communication leading up to the lesson. Very convenient location, especially if you are…read morewalking from the Hilton. Instructors are knowledgeable and friendly. Both my girls stood up and rode waves in a matter of minutes! Highly recommend.

Free parking lot for 6 hours and if you follow the lagoon, it'll lead straight to the Grand…read moreWaikikian Hotel. By 8/9 pm, the entire lagoon clears out and it's empty. Private beach to yourself with beautiful weather.

Lessons on the beach to learn the basics.

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Hans Hedemann Surf School-Waikiki

4.6

(173 reviews)

1.3 mi

5 I can't say enough about the gang at Hans Hedemann Surf School Waikiki! Our family of 6 ( kids…read moreages 11,13,15, and 17) from the Midwest had never been surfing before. These guys were so good at providing instructions, keeping everyone safe, and most importantly making it fun! The kids had an absolutely blast. This was after two weren't overly confident going into it! We opted to have them take photos during our session and man did they not disappoint! I can't say enough good things about Peter, Willie, and Kiva. Would recommend these guys and the surf school to anyone who is considering it! - Matt

Easy to understand instructions in the surf shop and on the beach. Pete is amazing with kids! Our…read more9 year old granddaughter made her last 10 rides standing up while giving us a thumbs up. We got pictures, video and memories for life. Thanks!

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Surfer Girl Academy Surf School

(33 reviews)

0.4 mi

I called the day before to ask for a lesson and they told me I could show up to the 10 AM lesson…read moreand said to pay onsite. The surf lesson was both amazing and scary. We were given a 2-minute safety and tips speech before both of us in the lesson were shown how to get up on the board. We each had one attempt to get up while the instructor held the board steady near the beach. Then we paddled out to the waves. We had to paddle far and it wasn't my hands/arms that were tired but my shoulders and neck because you have to keep your chin up to stay out of the surf on your way out. I was able to stand up on almost every wave except the one that was too small and the one I tried to do myself. I can imagine it being unsafe and not fun to try to just surf yourself without any prior experience because the one time I tried to judge when to get up myself, I immediately fell hard into the water and swallowed salt water. Highly recommend it if you are at all athletically inclined. Surfer Girl Academy was very laid back and I liked the instructor John.

Really enjoyed myself. So much in fact that I returned a couple of days later to surf again. The…read morestaff, Yuko, Shuji, Inne & Jake took good care of everyone in the group. They were very friendly, helpful & service orientated. You will get your money's worth in the couple of hours you are in the water, and believe me, if an old, fat guy like me can get up on a surfboard, most anyone can. Yuko also took great photos & video that will provide some fantastic memories of this trip to Oahu. You'll need to look for the white van in the parking lot by the water. There is a small "SGA" on it.

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Lanikai Beach

4.7

(1.2k reviews)

10.7 mi

Soft sand, warm water, turquoise water, and beautiful views…read more The only downsides are that there are no bathrooms and no dedicated parking. However, we were able to find street parking in the nearby neighborhood pretty easily. There is another beach close by with restrooms if you need to wash up and clean up afterward. I love how calm this beach is with no waves. Easy for weak or non swimmers.

Heaven in earth. White soft sand, perfect views, If you want those perfect IG photos to truly…read moreshowcase you are in Hawai'i this beach is THAT GIRL. Parking is a challenge, there are no bathrooms but its totally worth it. There is another beach that we stopped at on the way back where we used the restroom and had showers to rinse off.

The boys can't wait to come back! Perfect beach day

Beautiful clear water

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Kaimana Beach

4.4

(197 reviews)

1.8 mi

I think it's a pretty cool beach to hang around if you are in the area. You get a good view of…read moreWaikiki and Diamond Head. I personally stop by here when I run for a break to chill and watch the waves. Definitely a cool beach to chill. There's a lot of tourists at this location - just a forewarning which is why I don't like to stay too long. Wherever there's tourists I absolutely cannot - but definitely if you happen to be in the area and you see it along the way it's worth a moment to stop and enjoy the views.

Nice to see the monk seals. At least they moved around a bit before the sunset. No rain so just…read morecool trade wind. Glad I found parking. Seals will be here a few weeks.

Happy Earth Day: mama monk seal Kaiwi and pup 1 week old

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Cromwell's Beach

4.0

(56 reviews)

3.2 mi

The waves are kind of violent and scary when they take up the whole shoreline, but I appreciate how…read morethis is not crowded by tourists if you go on a weekday. I don't like being surrounded by tons of people out here when I want to enjoy nature while I'm resting on a run. Was running for my life since I thought those waves were going to wash me away. Do keep that in mind when you go here LOL. The sand was kinda rocky with coral so if you go barefoot just be careful. I appreciate how this beach feels sorta-kinda private. Definitely out of the way.

Such an amazing little sneaky spot that my friend took me too, to enjoy a Poké bowl and a quick tip…read morein the ocean. This place, definitely feels like a local hangouts, but during our visit, it was relatively busy. Depending on the time of day, the water could be all the way up to the seawall or out enough for ample beach lounging and tide pool exploring. There's a great little spot near the cove for swimming, but it is a little treacherous getting there. Watch your step on the slippery algae covered rocks. Beyond that, have fun, respect the ocean, and whatever you bring with you make sure it comes back with you. Mahalo!