Beaches, many of which feature vacation rentals, are top attractions in Hawaii and these are the best among them:
- Waikiki, Oahu Flanked by a volcanic cone, Waikiki features golden sands and water sports.
- Kauna’oa, the Big Island Visit crescent-shaped Kauna'oa to swim in calm waters edged by lush greenery.
- Punalu'u, the Big Island This black-sand beach offers you a chance to spot endangered turtles.
- Lanikai, Oahu ""Heavenly Ocean"" boasts tropical vegetation, white sands, and calm, turquoise waters.
- Poipu, Kauai Poipu features shallow waters attracting snorkelers, surfers, and inexperienced swimmers.
- Lahaina, Maui Lahaina is a family-friendly beach boasting shallow waters due to an offshore reef.
- Ho'okipa, Maui Long, white-sand Ho'okipa is popular among windsurfers.
- Honaunau, the Big Island Offshore waters next to this black-rock beach abound with marine life and are excellent for diving.
- Papaohaku, Molokai Papaohaku is a long, white-sand beach that you may have all for yourself.
- Hapuna, the Big Island Edged by greenery, white-sand Hapuna boasts clear waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling.