Photo of Glass Beach with bright sand & rocks surface

Photo of Glass Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Glass Beach with straight shore

Photo of Glass Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Glass Beach located in natural area

5.9

Pleasant

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Glass Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Glass Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Glass Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Kauai Island Brewing Company is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Glass Beach?

There are 31 places to stay in the Glass Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Glass Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5680014&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sheraton Kauai Resort</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8143519&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Waikomo Streams 202</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4093743&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kalaheo View - TVNC 5018</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9210110&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Prince Kuhio 319</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9014752&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Waikomo Stream Villas 132</a></li></ul>

Kalaheo, United States

#269 out of 282 in Hawaii

5.9

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Port Allen • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Kauai Island Brewing Company

8.8 - Excellent 490m

Bar Port Allen Sunset Grill & Bar

8.6 - Excellent 530m

Restaurant Espresso & Juice

8.8 - Excellent 540m

Ramen Restaurant Kauai Ramen

8.2 - Very good 750m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

6.4 - Pleasant 790m

Breakfast Restaurant Unkos Kitchen

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Zensai Kauai Style

9 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Amaize

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Chinese Restaurant Wong's Chinese Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Park Eleele Ballpark

850m

Park Park

1.3km

Park Hanapepe Park Skateboard Ramp

1.4km

Park Kona Road

1.4km

Park Hanapepe Town Park

1.4km

Park Hanapepe Heights Down Park

2km

Park Salt Pond Air Strip Beach

2.4km

Park Salt Pond Beach Park

2.4km

Park 870 Halewili Rd

2.4km

Playground Playground

1.3km

Athletic Field Hanapepe Neighborhood Center

1.3km

Playground Playground

1.4km

Playground Playground

2.6km

Sandwich Shop Subway

7.6 - Very good 760m

Supermarket Big Save Market

790m

Bakery Midnight Bear Breads

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Island Art Gallery Kauai

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Hanapepe Swinging Bridge

1.6km

Landmark Hanapepe Valley Lookout

3.3km

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About

Glass Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 269th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 190.7 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of Port Allen settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a straight coastline 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 not crowded place during the season.

Glass 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.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Salt Pond Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

Glass Beach (Hawaii) is located outside the Port Allen settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Kauai island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Glass Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

2.7 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Port Allen • 0.4 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Kauai Island Brewing Company

8.8 - Excellent 490m

Bar Port Allen Sunset Grill & Bar

8.6 - Excellent 530m

Restaurant Espresso & Juice

8.8 - Excellent 540m

Ramen Restaurant Kauai Ramen

8.2 - Very good 750m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

6.4 - Pleasant 790m

Breakfast Restaurant Unkos Kitchen

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Zensai Kauai Style

9 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Amaize

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Chinese Restaurant Wong's Chinese Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Park Eleele Ballpark

850m

Park Park

1.3km

Park Hanapepe Park Skateboard Ramp

1.4km

Park Kona Road

1.4km

Park Hanapepe Town Park

1.4km

Park Hanapepe Heights Down Park

2km

Park Salt Pond Air Strip Beach

2.4km

Park Salt Pond Beach Park

2.4km

Park 870 Halewili Rd

2.4km

Playground Playground

1.3km

Athletic Field Hanapepe Neighborhood Center

1.3km

Playground Playground

1.4km

Playground Playground

2.6km

Sandwich Shop Subway

7.6 - Very good 760m

Supermarket Big Save Market

790m

Bakery Midnight Bear Breads

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Island Art Gallery Kauai

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Hanapepe Swinging Bridge

1.6km

Landmark Hanapepe Valley Lookout

3.3km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

6.6km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Kalaheo View - TVNC 5018

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 6.8km from center

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11.5km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Prince Kuhio 319

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 11.8km from center

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12.2km from the beach

8 Very good

Waikomo Streams 202

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 12.5km from center

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12.2km from the beach

Waikomo Stream Villas 132

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 12.5km from center

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12.3km from the beach

Nakoa Kai home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 12.7km from center

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12.5km from the beach

6.2 Pleasant

Poipu Kapili #60

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 12.9km from center

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12.6km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Sheraton Kauai Resort

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 12.9km from center

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12.8km from the beach

Makena

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 13.1km from center

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12.8km from the beach

Aloha 'Ohana home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 13.1km from center

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12.8km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Pili Aloha

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 13.2km from center

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12.9km from the beach

Kolepa Kai home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 13.2km from center

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Partial Oceanview 1BR at Kiahuna Plantation Unit 311

13km from the beach

9 Excellent

Partial Oceanview 1BR at Kiahuna Plantation Unit 311

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Port Allen • 13.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1km 14 min walk

Wahi-awa Beach Wahi-awa Beach

7.6 Very good

2.4km

Salt Pond Beach Salt Pond Beach

8.2 Very good

6.3km

Palama Beach Palama Beach

6.8 Good

7.3km

Pakala Beach II Pakala Beach II

6.4 Pleasant

8.3km

Pakala Beach Pakala Beach

6.9 Good

8.5km

Ka Lae O Kaiwa Beach Ka Lae O Kaiwa Beach

7.2 Good

10.1km

Kukuiʻula Beach Kukuiʻula Beach

7.3 Good

11km

Keiki Cove Beach Keiki Cove Beach

5.8 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Port Allen • 490m

Main locality of province

Honolulu • 190.7km

Transport

Airport

PAK • 1.9km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

5.9 Pleasant

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Average Reviews rating

5.9 Pleasant

Abhijit Soni

6 Pleasant

This beach is decent and offers free public entry.

March 2023

Lila S.

8 Very good

The beach offers a certain charm, though its proximity to an industrial area detracts from its overall appeal. Nevertheless, a brief visit proved to be enjoyable. Additionally, convenient parking is available for visitors.

March 2023

Larissa Stonehill

10 Exceptional

The beach is an absolute gem that you simply must experience. The sand is truly breathtaking and it's hard to believe it's real. I highly suggest wearing reef socks or shoes to avoid any issues. I made the mistake of wearing sandals and they were impossible to clean. The glass-like sand sticks to your feet and refuses to let go.

March 2023

Zarek J-Sigma

4 Frustrating

This beach may not be the most impressive one out there. While there isn't much glass to be found, be cautious of the occasional broken bottle that can pose a risk, especially if you're wearing flip flops. On the bright side, there is an abundance of coral that has washed up on the shore. If you're driving, you'll be pleased to know that the parking lot is accessible by car.

March 2023

Lila Carson

8 Very good

This charming beach is perfect for those looking for a unique adventure. While it may not be ideal for swimming, it offers plenty of entertainment for a few hours. You can spend your time searching for glass fragments in the sand or discovering the countless hidden treasures buried within the cliffs. For the more daring visitors, there is the option to climb down and explore the fascinating lava rocks and tidepools located across from the cemetery. However, it is important to respect the sacred burial grounds and avoid entering the cemetery.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Glass 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 Glass Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Glass Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Glass 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.

Glass Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Glass 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 Glass Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Glass Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Glass Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Kauai Island Brewing Company is the closest place located 500 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Glass Beach?

There are 31 places to stay in the Glass Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Glass Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Glass Beach from parking?

The Glass 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 Glass Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Glass Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Island Art Gallery Kauai located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Glass Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Glass Beach is September. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 22°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Glass Beach (Kauai 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.Glass Beach (Kauai 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.