Must-see hotels in Windward Coast

The nearby military-base guard shack makes this the area's most secure campground. Some of the 50 sites are beneath the ironwood trees, some by the beach…

Let the surf be your lullaby and the roosters your wake-up call at Makahoa Point, about 0.7 miles north of the park's main entrance. This family- and…

The grassy, botanical-garden-surrounded tent sites at the base of the Koʻolau Range are cool and green, fed by frequent mists. With an overnight guard and…

The giant covered patio with comfortable sofas, reading nook and dining table is more like a living room than a lanai – with views of Mt Olomana. The…

Not far from downtown, two large apartment studio-style suites feel bright and breezy. Helpful amenities include digital in-room safes and shared washer…

On the point next to Kahaluʻu Fishpond, the Windward Coast’s only resort property is an alternative to the myriad area rentals. Casual, earth-tone…

Close to the beach, Manu Mele enjoys a peaceful location west of town. The simple, island-contemporary guest rooms feel light and bright. Comforts include…

Beachfronts, lawns, hot tubs and washer-driers are all shared at this wonderfully comfy, slightly timeworn community of bungalows and residential…

Bring the family: the two private-entrance apartment suites here welcome kids. The beach is an easy, 10-house walk down the road. And the suitably…

Kalanai Point, the main section of Malaekahana park at the beach's southern end, is less than a mile north of Laʻie. It has picnic tables, barbecue grills…

A 15-minute walk from Kailua Beach Park, this contemporary home splashes tropical colors throughout its chic studio bedroom, which has its own kitchenette…

Tidy studio apartments across the street from Lanikai Beach. Each unit has a king-size bed and cooking facilities. There is a five-night minimum stay and…

The 10 tree-shaded sites here, just back from the beach, are a good choice. The beach park has barbecue grills and restrooms with showers.

Agent for several units at the Hanohano Hale high-rise.

Has a number of properties in Waimanalo ranging from studios to five-bedroom estates.

Lanikai specialist, with several appealing Kailua properties.

Specializes in large houses near Kailua Beach Park.

On the low-key, low-rise Windward Coast, this aging seven-story high-rise condo built right on the sand is a bit jarring. Many of the units here are…

The first major new hotel built in this corner of Oʻahu lacks balconies or lanais. Take a few Hawaiian details off the facade and it looks bland –…