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Ala Moana Beach

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Tall palms dot this sandy beach with calm water for swimming, a relaxed atmosphere & sunset views. People often mention beach, parking, waves, sunset, calm, water, Beautiful, great, beautiful,


Address

Honolulu, HI

Website

www1.honolulu.gov

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (280 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Jakob Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful beach with lots of free parking and lots of Sandy real estate. Even better is when you gotta take a break from the sun, there are plenty of trees to provided a shady reprieve. Water here is very calm and great for young ones or those who prefer to not swim amongst waves. Bathrooms are ample and there is a restaurant nearby if you didn’t bring your own food. Good place to spend some quality beach time!
    9 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Ray B. 2 years ago on Google
    Since the winter storm hits Hawaii, the water wasn't super clear at Ala Moana Beach, but it was still a beautiful beach. Emerald-like color and calm, but there were too many broken shells.
    6 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 KEM W. 1 month ago on Google β€’ 293 reviews New
    It's better than Waikiki because it's more empty.

  • 5/5 Ram B. 2 years ago on Google
    This part is having smooth waves, calm place not much of a crowd Moreover there is adjoining park to enjoy picnic Safe for children
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 brandon d. 5 months ago on Google
    So much nicer and quieter than waikiki. Nice mix of tourists, locals, paddle boarders, surfers, joggers and picnicking. Quite a bit of homelessness going on. Plenty of parking available, also at magic island.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 hanna 1 year ago on Google
    It's a wonderful place. The surrounding area is also very clean, so it is an impressive place. It is a very good place to take a walk in the morning. However, the sunlight is a little strong, so I recommend you to put on sunscreen
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Hal C. 2 years ago on Google
    Ala Moana Beach is a a great place to spend the day enjoying all that the beach has to offer from sunrise to sunset. The waves are smooth, the sand is soft and there are lifeguards on duty here. Enjoy a day with family and friends on the beach.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Walt's Travel A. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful sunsets. A wonderful place to exercise and to people watch. Something for the whole family. Have that romantic walk along the beach.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Eli P. 6 months ago on Google
    Much less crowded than other beaches in Honolulu. Reef blocks waves making for very calm waters. Plenty of facilities and amenities. Don't hesitate or make an excuse, just go swimming!!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Dzmitry M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good public beach! A little bit stones and rocks make your swim experience more challenging. Parking is free. Water is clean. The beach is also clean.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 이꼼꼼 2 years ago on Google
    Especially, it is a beautiful sea at sunset. In the early morning, children like to see small fish in shallow water. A place that heals me almost every day during my trip.On weekends, local people have a lot of barbecue parties, so I wanted to enjoy and eat together.πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ’™
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Lisa R. 3 years ago on Google
    Sandy beach, easy to swim, bathrooms and showers and pretty sunsets!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Alycia H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great view
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Joseph R. 2 years ago on Google
    Always a great experience! Plenty local people, may too much party ones but there’s always space for all of us. Beautiful views of the sunset and very versatile for different water sports. It’s ok for snorkeling specially when is half way of the height tie if not is to low. Sometimes cute turtles swim around you but they can be shy.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Mingming L. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 89 reviews New
    Beautiful! 4/FEB24 Visit here

  • 5/5 Ben E. 1 year ago on Google
    Was looking for a place to enjoy the sunset and this worked out great. Fun and lively atmosphere that really helped cap off a day of adventure in Hawaii. Would recommend arriving early if trying to capture the sunset behind the ridgeline as parking can be tricky. Worth a stop for other beach activities too (paddle boarding, water polo, rowing, etc.)
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sandi T. 11 months ago on Google
    Beautiful beach, it’s almost like a lagoon. No waves and very clear. Perfect for swimming, snorkeling or paddle boarding. Quieter beach than most close to Waikiki, less touristy so perfect place to chill and relax πŸ™‚
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Konrad J. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 29 reviews New
    The perfect place to admire the sunset while in Honolulu!

  • 5/5 J. Yusel Salas T. 1 month ago on Google β€’ 23 reviews New
    So beautiful, the best beach and less crowded than Waikiki beach

  • 5/5 namjung l. 2 months ago on Google β€’ 16 reviews New
    Near Ala Moana Shopping Center, it's a great place to stop by and watch the sunset before going for dinner. The sunset is so beautiful, a great place for a walk.

  • 5/5 Ali S. 11 months ago on Google
    Crystal clear waters that are calm due to protection from the reef with beautiful scenery, abundant parking, and very close proximity to the ala Moana mall and many hotels. Fantastic place for a family beach day safe for kids too. Perfect place to catch the sunset. I wish we discovered this earlier

  • 5/5 Delia Rio B. 5 months ago on Google
    Easy location, lots of parking but lots full up fast so show up before crowds approx 9am and earlier is best for close by parking. The bathrooms are somewhat maintained and the beach is clean.

  • 4/5 Parker S. 6 months ago on Google
    Great little beach. No waves. However there were signs for jellyfish, but people were still in the water. Ate lunch under a palm tree watching the ocean

  • 5/5 Joshua Hefley (Kyng R. 1 year ago on Google
    Gorgeous beach, plenty of free parking, minutes walk from shopping center. Great for kids and adults, swimming, snorkeling and other water activities. Picnic area or just lazy on the soft beach sand!

  • 5/5 IvΓ n T. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice calm shallow bay. Also good waves out behind the bay for surf. Lots of Free parking. Bathrooms. Showers. Lifeguard

  • 5/5 jaciel c. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful beach. No waves, super calm waters. A little chilly as shoulder get in but then it’s perfect! Easy to swim with the kids.

  • 5/5 Kestutis P. 2 years ago on Google
    Great for sunsets and city views!

  • 5/5 stephen f. 2 years ago on Google
    Great family beach in town. Easy to get to. Plenty of parking as long as you get here early. My kids loved this beach. No waves and gradual drop off.

  • 4/5 Jean N. 2 years ago on Google
    Good beach, there is some rocks, so you have to be careful

  • 4/5 I O. 1 year ago on Google
    Not alot of waves, cloudy water, but plenty of sandy storefront and picnic areas to grill at.

  • 5/5 MATTHEW S. 2 years ago on Google
    Spiuerageafpeah

  • 4/5 890 6. 2 years ago on Google
    Not crowded, plenty of parking, biking stations

  • 5/5 Arpitha Rao A. 2 years ago on Google
    Calm and beautiful beach!


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