Photo of Maunalua Bay Beach with bright sand & rocks surface

Photo of Maunalua Bay Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Maunalua Bay Beach with spacious shore

5.8

Pleasant

Maunalua Bay Beach

Hawaii Kai, United States

#278 out of 282 in Hawaii

5.8

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Good for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

East Honolulu • 1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant The Original Roy's in Hawaii Kai

9.2 - Excellent 220m

Breakfast Restaurant Koa Pancake House

8.2 - Very good 230m

Restaurant Māla Market

9.4 - Excellent 260m

Fast Food Restaurant Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

8.6 - Excellent 330m

Restaurant Costco Food Court

8 - Very good 370m

Coffee Shop Island Brew Coffeehouse

9 - Excellent 630m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 630m

Restaurant Liko's Tap & Table

9 - Excellent 650m

Barbecue Restaurant TEX 808 BBQ + Brews Hawaii Kai

8.6 - Excellent 670m

Park Maunalua Bay Beach Park

460m

Park Kuliʻouʻou Beach Park

810m

Hiking Area Hanauma Bay Ridge Hike

1.7km

Park Koko Head District Park

1.9km

Hiking Area Koko Head Hiking Start Point

2km

Park Hanauma Bay

2km

Park Koko Head Trailhead Parking Lot

2.1km

Hiking Area Koko Crater Railway Trailhead

2.1km

Park China Walls

2.2km

Dog Park Elaine Dobashi Dog Park

310m

Playground Koko Head Playground

1.8km

Playground China walls

2.2km

Playground Playground

6.7km

Grocery Store Safeway

720m

Shopping Mall Koko Marina Center

8.6 - Excellent 900m

Supermarket Shima's Supermarket

7.4km

Ice Cream Shop Dave's Ice Cream at Waimanalo

8.2 - Very good 7.4km

Sandwich Shop Subway

7.6 - Very good 7.4km

Market KCC Farmers’ Market

9.1km

Tourist Attraction Halona Blowhole Lookout

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Koko Crater Botanical Garden

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Waiʻalae Beach Park

9 - Excellent 6.7km

Tourist Attraction Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Royal Hawaiian Golf Club

9.7km

Aquarium Sea Life Park Hawaii

6.2km

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About

Maunalua Bay Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 278th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 15 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of East Honolulu settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Maunalua Bay 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.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Hanauma Bay, which has a rating of 8.8.

Maunalua Bay Beach is located in Hawaii within East Honolulu, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the coast of the O'ahu island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+28 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

East Honolulu • 1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant The Original Roy's in Hawaii Kai

9.2 - Excellent 220m

Breakfast Restaurant Koa Pancake House

8.2 - Very good 230m

Restaurant Māla Market

9.4 - Excellent 260m

Fast Food Restaurant Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

8.6 - Excellent 330m

Restaurant Costco Food Court

8 - Very good 370m

Coffee Shop Island Brew Coffeehouse

9 - Excellent 630m

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 630m

Restaurant Liko's Tap & Table

9 - Excellent 650m

Barbecue Restaurant TEX 808 BBQ + Brews Hawaii Kai

8.6 - Excellent 670m

Park Maunalua Bay Beach Park

460m

Park Kuliʻouʻou Beach Park

810m

Hiking Area Hanauma Bay Ridge Hike

1.7km

Park Koko Head District Park

1.9km

Hiking Area Koko Head Hiking Start Point

2km

Park Hanauma Bay

2km

Park Koko Head Trailhead Parking Lot

2.1km

Hiking Area Koko Crater Railway Trailhead

2.1km

Park China Walls

2.2km

Dog Park Elaine Dobashi Dog Park

310m

Playground Koko Head Playground

1.8km

Playground China walls

2.2km

Playground Playground

6.7km

Grocery Store Safeway

720m

Shopping Mall Koko Marina Center

8.6 - Excellent 900m

Supermarket Shima's Supermarket

7.4km

Ice Cream Shop Dave's Ice Cream at Waimanalo

8.2 - Very good 7.4km

Sandwich Shop Subway

7.6 - Very good 7.4km

Market KCC Farmers’ Market

9.1km

Tourist Attraction Halona Blowhole Lookout

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Koko Crater Botanical Garden

9.2 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Waiʻalae Beach Park

9 - Excellent 6.7km

Tourist Attraction Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Royal Hawaiian Golf Club

9.7km

Aquarium Sea Life Park Hawaii

6.2km

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Located at nearest locality

East Honolulu • 9km from center

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9.6km from the beach

8 Very good

Regency on Beachwalk #51

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

East Honolulu • 8.7km from center

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Unwind in Style, Waikiki Sunset Condo with Free Parking

11.1km from the beach

8 Very good

Unwind in Style, Waikiki Sunset Condo with Free Parking

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

East Honolulu • 10.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

550m 7 min walk

Maunalua Bay Beach Park Maunalua Bay Beach Park

5.9 Pleasant

2km

Hanauma Bay Hanauma Bay

8.8 Excellent

3.3km

Kawaikui Beach Park Kawaikui Beach Park

6.8 Good

3.7km

Halona Beach Cove Halona Beach Cove

8.3 Very good

4.2km

Sandy Beach Sandy Beach

8.3 Very good

5.5km

Sandy beach dunes Sandy beach dunes

5.9 Pleasant

5.9km

Kaiona Beach Kaiona Beach

8.2 Very good

6.3km

Makapu‘U Beach Makapu‘U Beach

6.7 Good

Localities

Nearest

East Honolulu • 1km

Main locality of province

Honolulu • 15km

Transport

Airport

BLW • 7.6km

Bus Station

Kalanianaole Hwy + Opp Poalima St • 7.5km

Train Station

Monsarrat Avenue • 10.3km

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Travelers reviews

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5.8 Pleasant

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Average Reviews rating

5.8 Pleasant

Hina, Jazel Bernadette

6 Pleasant

Compared to other beaches in the area, this beach may not be as visually stunning.

July 2023

Cameron Stone

6 Pleasant

The beach is more of a bay and boat launch, with limited sand and an abundance of shells and rocks in the area we visited. The water is calm, making it a suitable spot for swimming and snorkeling, but be mindful of local line fishers on weekends. While lacking in shade, there are a few picnic tables available. The beach offers great opportunities for capturing stunning sunset photos. Unfortunately, the presence of several homeless individuals may detract from the overall experience, which is not uncommon for beaches that are not adjacent to major resorts.

July 2023

Confidential Mobile

6 Pleasant

This beach is a great location for launching a boat, but it lacks shaded areas and opportunities for relaxation. Additionally, the reef is quite a distance from the shore, making it less than ideal for snorkeling.

July 2023

S P R K

2 Very poor

The beach has unfortunately become a gathering spot for homeless individuals, which has impacted its safety and cleanliness. It's a shame to see how the area has changed from what it used to be.

July 2023

Roudaut Destiny

6 Pleasant

During our stay at a vacation rental just a block away, my mom and grandma enjoyed collecting seaweed from the nearby beach. Although the beach wasn't the most impressive, it was still a beach nonetheless.

July 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Maunalua Bay Beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 Maunalua Bay Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Maunalua Bay 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 Maunalua Bay Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

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

So the overall recommendation of the Maunalua Bay Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Maunalua Bay 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 very smooth.

Is the Maunalua Bay Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Maunalua Bay Beach?

Maunalua Bay Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Maunalua Bay Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.The Original Roy's in Hawaii Kai is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Maunalua Bay Beach?

There are 679 places to stay in the Maunalua Bay Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Maunalua Bay Beach include:

Monsarrat Apt. C

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Maunalua Bay Beach from parking?

The Maunalua Bay 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 Maunalua Bay Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Maunalua Bay Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Halona Blowhole Lookout located in 3.7 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Maunalua Bay Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Maunalua Bay Beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 24°C and water 24°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Maunalua Bay Beach (O'ahu 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.Maunalua Bay Beach (O'ahu 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.