Guidebook for Waimanalo
Essentials
Located just a five minute drive way, this supermarket has you covered. From freshly-caught fish to prime steaks to throw on the grill, this is your one-stop shop to prep that perfect meal.
29 locals recommend
Shima's Supermarket
41-1606 Kalanianaʻole HwyLocated just a five minute drive way, this supermarket has you covered. From freshly-caught fish to prime steaks to throw on the grill, this is your one-stop shop to prep that perfect meal.
Safeway
200 Hamakua DrYes, we have one!
Whole Foods Market
629 Kailua RdStock up on groceries for that BBQ or family dinner with WFM.
Waimanalo Laundry Services, LLC
41-1537 Kalanianaʻole HwyHakuyosha Royal
1960 Kapiolani Blvd24 Hour Fitness
1680 Kapiolani BlvdCostco Wholesale
4589 Kapolei PkwySightseeing
Currently ranked as the #1 beach in the nation, Waimanalo Bay Beach Park is waiting for you with it's sweeping views and endless miles of soft sand.
http://www.drbeach.org/top102015.html
36 locals recommend
Waimānalo Beach Park
41-741 Kalanianaʻole HwyCurrently ranked as the #1 beach in the nation, Waimanalo Bay Beach Park is waiting for you with it's sweeping views and endless miles of soft sand.
http://www.drbeach.org/top102015.html
Google this beach and you will know why we are recommending it! Pictures alone will not do it justice. This is a must see on your stay.
There is also a paintball field in the back. Great fun!
26 locals recommend
Bellows Field Beach Park
41-43 Kalanianaʻole HwyGoogle this beach and you will know why we are recommending it! Pictures alone will not do it justice. This is a must see on your stay.
There is also a paintball field in the back. Great fun!
Drop in and get in the water the right way. Visit http://hawaiiwatersportscenter.com/ for more information on what services that they provide.
7 locals recommend
Hawaii Water Sports Center
7192 Kalanianaʻole HwyDrop in and get in the water the right way. Visit http://hawaiiwatersportscenter.com/ for more information on what services that they provide.
I honestly would pick Waimanalo Bay Beach Park over Lanikai any day. First off, parking is a developing issue, there are no public bathrooms, and open fires are frowned upon.
276 locals recommend
Lanikai Beach
I honestly would pick Waimanalo Bay Beach Park over Lanikai any day. First off, parking is a developing issue, there are no public bathrooms, and open fires are frowned upon.
Waimea Bay Beach
Another great beach to visit.
Highly recommended if you have never been there. Give it a search on google for more info.
547 locals recommend
Polylnesian cutlural center
Highly recommended if you have never been there. Give it a search on google for more info.
Diamond Head Lookout
3483 Diamond Head RdIolani Palace
364 S King StFood Scene
This pizza spot is well-known for it's craft beers and unique pizzas. Go in early because they do get busy around happy hour.
9 locals recommend
Prima
This pizza spot is well-known for it's craft beers and unique pizzas. Go in early because they do get busy around happy hour.
If you enjoy shrimp, then this is THE spot to check out. There are many imitators but this one started the whole shrimp truck craze on the North shore.
156 locals recommend
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
66-472 Kamehameha HwyIf you enjoy shrimp, then this is THE spot to check out. There are many imitators but this one started the whole shrimp truck craze on the North shore.
Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen
1020 Keolu DriveGreat for breakfast and lunch!
Situated on the outskirts of Waikiki, this hole in the wall restaurant serves an award winning menu. This is one of my personal favorites and actually the first place I took my wife! Enjoy!
105 locals recommend
Uncle Bo's Pupu Bar & Grill
559 Kapahulu AveSituated on the outskirts of Waikiki, this hole in the wall restaurant serves an award winning menu. This is one of my personal favorites and actually the first place I took my wife! Enjoy!
J. Dolans
1147 Bethel StHungry? Well, stop here and "Eat A Real Lunch". Drop on in to the historical town of Kaimuki. They tend to sell out quick so make sure to drop by early.
6 locals recommend
E.A.R.L
2919 11th AveHungry? Well, stop here and "Eat A Real Lunch". Drop on in to the historical town of Kaimuki. They tend to sell out quick so make sure to drop by early.
Original Japanese cuisine by Executive Chef Noboru Nagumo harmonizes the flavors of Japan’s four season with local Hawaiian ingredients to create the ultimate sushi experience for diners. Menu items include creative sushi rolls and nigiri sushi, enjoyable for the whole family.
11 locals recommend
Katsumidori
100 Holomoana StOriginal Japanese cuisine by Executive Chef Noboru Nagumo harmonizes the flavors of Japan’s four season with local Hawaiian ingredients to create the ultimate sushi experience for diners. Menu items include creative sushi rolls and nigiri sushi, enjoyable for the whole family.
Marukame Udon Waikiki
2310 Kūhiō Ave.One of my personal favorite spots to grab a burger. This family-owned burger joint will not disappoint! My go-to is the Hal special. Check out their yelp for more info!
12 locals recommend
W & M Bar B-Q Burger
3104 Waialae AveOne of my personal favorite spots to grab a burger. This family-owned burger joint will not disappoint! My go-to is the Hal special. Check out their yelp for more info!
Looking for something sweet? Drop by VIA Gelato's flagship location for their twist on modern gelato and ice cream.
18 locals recommend
Via Gelato
1142 12th AveLooking for something sweet? Drop by VIA Gelato's flagship location for their twist on modern gelato and ice cream.
Ube crinkle cookies. That's all you need to know. Drop by early as these guys sell out pretty quick as well.
UBAE
1284 Kalani StUbe crinkle cookies. That's all you need to know. Drop by early as these guys sell out pretty quick as well.
If you love fried chicken, then you'll want to check this place out. Our favorite is - Garlic Fried Chicken. In Hawai'i, the term we loosely use when the consumption of food induces sleepiness is: kanak attack or food coma.
Sugoi Bento & Catering
Kalani StreetIf you love fried chicken, then you'll want to check this place out. Our favorite is - Garlic Fried Chicken. In Hawai'i, the term we loosely use when the consumption of food induces sleepiness is: kanak attack or food coma.
Entertainment & Activities
Drive just eight minutes and you will arrive here from the house.
131 locals recommend
Sea Life Park Hawaii
41-202 Kalanianaʻole HwyDrive just eight minutes and you will arrive here from the house.
Drinks & Nightlife
SKY Waikiki
2270 Kalakaua AveMai Tai Bar
1450 Ala Moana BlvdThis is one of Waikiki's hottest nightclubs. The music selection of RNB/Hip Hop/Trap/EDM is by far the selling point of this venue. With award winning DJs keeping you dancing + delicious drinks, you will not be disappointed!
55 locals recommend
Addiction
1775 Ala Moana BlvdThis is one of Waikiki's hottest nightclubs. The music selection of RNB/Hip Hop/Trap/EDM is by far the selling point of this venue. With award winning DJs keeping you dancing + delicious drinks, you will not be disappointed!
Parks & Nature
Even though this is listed as a "hike", it is actually an old railroad trail which consists of 1048 steps. Come test your will with this trail as it will leave you rewarded with a breathtaking view when you reach the top.
81 locals recommend
Koko Crater Railway Trail
7604 Koko Head Park RdEven though this is listed as a "hike", it is actually an old railroad trail which consists of 1048 steps. Come test your will with this trail as it will leave you rewarded with a breathtaking view when you reach the top.
One of the best hikes you can do in under three hours down and back. For more hikes, please visit: www.venturehawaii.com - they feature complete reviews and breakdowns of each hike.
43 locals recommend
Maunawili Falls
One of the best hikes you can do in under three hours down and back. For more hikes, please visit: www.venturehawaii.com - they feature complete reviews and breakdowns of each hike.
The views from this hike are iconic. Google it and you will see for yourself. The actual hike takes about 30 minutes or less. After the hike, jump on down to Lanikai Beach to cool off! There are also kayak rentals available as well.
92 locals recommend
Lanikai Pillboxes
The views from this hike are iconic. Google it and you will see for yourself. The actual hike takes about 30 minutes or less. After the hike, jump on down to Lanikai Beach to cool off! There are also kayak rentals available as well.
Arts & Culture
Honolulu Museum of Art
900 S Beretania St