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Kailua, Oahu
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Kailua is a town in Honolulu County, Hawaii. (It may also refer to a town of the same name in Hawaii County, on the Big Island). Kailua is located in Ko'olaupoko District, on the east coast of the island of Oahu. The town has a population of around 36,500 (2011 estimate).

Guide to Kailua Hotels

Here's a list of hotels in Kailua that you can book online, with full description, star rating, address, location map, evaluation, and prices as offered by different booking sites. This helps you to make your room booking with the site that offers the best price.


More on Kailua

The Kailua area is believed to have been inhabited for over 1,500 years. In the 16th century, it was the seat of kings of Oahu, the Alii Aimoku. In 1795, Kailua was conquered by King Kamehameha I.


Aerial view of Aerial view of Kailua, Honolulu, Oahu
Aerial view of Aerial view of Kailua, Honolulu, Oahu
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Kailua today still has a small town feel to it. The area has some of the best beaches in Hawaii. The sea is ideal for windsurfing and kitesurfing.

Visiting Kailua

Kailua is connected to Honolulu by Interstate h2 (John A. Burns Freeway). Leave the Interstate highway at Exit 14 and continue on Mokapu Boulevard. Alternatively, take Interstate H1 until Exit 21, and continue north on Pali Highway (Route 61).


Ulupo Heiau in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii, a site on the National Register of Historic Places
Ulupo Heiau in Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii, a site on the National Register of Historic Places
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Places of Interest in Kailua

  1. Kawai Nui Marsh
    Largest wetlands in the Hawaiian Islands.

  2. Lanikai Beach
    One of the best beaches in Hawaii.

  3. Mokulua Islands
    Two small islands located off the coast of Oahu.

  4. Mount Olomana
    Three mountainous peaks near Kailua and Waimanalo.

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