Location: Kapolei
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What to do and see in Kapolei, Hawaii (HI): The Best Nature & Parks
Kapolei, named for the volcanic cone Pu'u o Kapolei (loosely meaning "hill of beloved Kapo"), is locally known as Oahu's "second city" after Honolulu. Built on former sugarcane and pineapple plantations, Kapolei is an affluent and vibrant city that is growing rapidly. It has an ever-changing urban scene as well as the Ko Olina resort and marina community and the Disney Aulani Resort. Sportsmen can play a round of golf at the Ko Olina Golf Club before a sophisticated evening on the town.
Restaurants in Kapolei
1. Ko Olina Marina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Also a resort area. Includes of a golf course, restaurants, shops, and the Marriott Ihilani.
2. Ko Olina Lagoons
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,739 reviews
Reviewed By bonniebO1974MY - Littlestown, United States
These lagoons are so beautiful and create a spot for enjoying the the water in a safe place. Definitely good for families with children! There is a chapel at the first one, right beside the Disney Resort where sometimes you may catch a glimpse of a wedding party!! Akso, as you approach the lagoon ares, you will pass by the golf course and please look for the black swans in the water on the course!! Wonderful and unusual to see!!!
3. Paradise Cove Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 363 reviews
Reviewed By 716jayl
This is a natural reef-sheltered lagoon (unlike the Ko Olina artificial lagoons to the south) has good (not excellent) visibility, good fish, and frequent Honu (Green Sea Turtle) visits. Based on area snorkeling guides, we arrived a little after early afternoon low tide for 3 days running and saw 2 different Honu within 45 minutes of arrival each time. 2 of the days non-swimming companions had close (less than 1m) enounters with Honu, just wading in the shallow sandy bottom on the south end of the lagoon, never even wetting their hair. :-) Honu photos in other reviews are very representative. The inlet to the lagoon is shallow rocky shelf, novices should stay well clear of that. Nice mix of locals/tourists, couples/families. Good friendly vibe. Limited parking (covered in the Q&A section) keeps it uncrowded.
4. Kahe Point Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By elizabeth534 - San Francisco, United States
This area is also called Electric Beach because it's across the street from the power plant. It's about a 6-min drive from the Ko Olina resorts. The water and view was beautiful. The entry point is challenging so not recommended for kids.
5. Ko'Olina Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 231 reviews
Reviewed By Hunter1107 - Tiverton, United States
We stayed at the Marriott Ko Olina (2nd time) and it is a sight to be seen; absolutely beautiful! Highly recommend, a bit off the beaten path (from downtown Honolulu) but worth the drive. Much quieter than downtown.
6. Barbers Point Beach Park
7. Rainbow Reef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Teenagechef - Midway, United States
A wonderful array of fish. Staff was great and very friendly. Could do with better snorkeling equipment, but overall: excellent.
