Top Things to Do Near Ko Olina Resort

Whether you are staying at one of the luxurious Ko Olina Resorts and Hotels or simply passing through this scenic area on Oahu’s leeward coast, you’ll find that Ko Olina is the perfect launch point for unforgettable island adventures. This guide will provide you with everything you need to know in order to create a memorable itinerary for your trip to the island. Get ready to discover some of Oahu’s best hidden gems, off-the-beaten path experiences, and family friendly activities–all just minutes away from your Ko Olina stay. 

Places to Stay

Ko Olina is home to some of the best resorts and hotels on the island and offers four main places to stay to best suit your needs:

  • Four Seasons Resort: A five-star luxury resort offering rooms with panoramic ocean views, pools and lagoons, fine dining experiences, and a spa.
  • Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa: Designed with families in mind, the Aulani Disney Resort is located on Ko Olina’s beach front cove brings the Disney magic and entertainment to your Hawaii experience. Guests who aren’t staying overnight at the hotel can still enjoy some of the activities such as the dining, shopping, and spa experiences.
  • Beach Villas at Ko Olina: These luxury villas are perfect for families, as they offer two to three bedroom resort style villas with panoramic ocean views, equipped with a variety of amenities including pools, TV’s, and complimentary internet access.
  • Marriot’s Ko Olina Beach Club: The villas at the Beach club can comfortably house six to eight guests and include living and dining areas, furnished private balconies with ocean views, and access to hot tubs and pools.

Tours and Lessons

Check out these unique experiences that will make your trip to the island unforgettable:

  • Electric Beach Guided Snorkel Tour: Follow a lifeguard-certified expert guide into an underwater world brimming with tropical fish, coral reef, and turtles and dolphins. Electric Beach is one of Oahu’s best snorkeling spots due to the nearby power plant that sends warm water into the ocean, attracting an impressive array of sea life. Check out this page to learn more about snorkeling at Electric Beach: Discover Oahu’s Best Snorkel Spot at Electric Beach
  • Learn to Surf or Paddleboard: Surf HNL offers premier surf and paddleboard lessons on the West Side, led by lifeguard certified guides that specialize in beginner lessons. Visit their page to learn more and make a booking: Surf HNL

Activities

  • Visit the Ko Olina Lagoons: With calm waters and breathtaking views, the Ko Olina Lagoons are perfect for families looking to snorkel, swim, and paddleboard.
  • Hike the Pink Pillbox at Sunset: Officially known as the Pu’u O Hulu Trail, this hike leads you to a bright pink pillbox with incredible panoramic views, making it a popular spot to watch the sunset on Oahu’s leeward side.
  • Paradise Cove Beach: A relaxing family friendly hidden gem of a beach. There are often turtles resting in the cove and tide pools to explore. You can park in the limited parking lot near Paradise Cove Beach Access or at the Public Parking at Four Seasons Resort and walk over.

Places to Eat

Located less than five minutes from the Ko Olina Resorts, there are a variety of restaurants with good vibes and great food:

  • MonkeyPod Kitchen: Known for it’s social environment with live music twice a day and indoor and outdoor seating, this is a popular spot for a fun and relaxing evening with good food.
  • Tropic Poke Sushi: The best place to get your sushi and poke fix after a day out on the water.
  • Mekiko Contina: For mouthwatering Mexican food with a fun and lively atmosphere try Mekiko Cantina.

Make a Booking

Whether you are staying in Ko Olina or just passing through, there are a variety of activities and food spots that will make your visit memorable. 
Book our Electric Beach Guided Snorkel Tour here: West Oahu Guided Snorkel Tour Booking Page
Wherever you are staying on Oahu, we can deliver beach equipment, chairs, umbrellas, carts, snorkel gear as well as standup paddleboards and kayaks with universal pads and straps for transport directly to your hotel or vacation rental, including the Ko Olina resorts, so you can enjoy the gear for multiple days and afterwards we can pick it up when you are done. The rental rates get better for each day you rent. We have the best multi-day kayak, sup and beach gear rental rates on the island with free delivery! Visit this link to make a booking:

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