About Kailua Vacation Rentals
Kailua vacation rentals give the savoir-faire traveler the most cost-effective, comfortable and extravagant stay that Hawaii has to offer. Know, however, that in this tropical destination, there are two Kailua’s, the one we’re referring to is that which is in the Ko’olaupoko District of O’ahu on the windward coast at Kailua Bay.
In the Hawaiian language, the contraction of the words “kai,” meaning sea or sea water and “‘elua”, which means two, would give you the meaning of Kailua: two seas or two currents; this place is appropriately named for the two lagoons in the district or the two currents that run through the Kailua Bay.
It is possible that Kailua was home to Hawaiian families at least 1,500 years ago. The earliest settlers are thought to have lived, fished, and played on the slopes surrounding Kawainui Marsh. A report on archaeological excavations of the marshland concluded that when the marsh slopes were first occupied about 500 AD, agriculture was not feasible. Thus, it’s thought that the early occupants of Kailua have lived somewhere near the bay or the open sea – hundreds of yards away from today’s shoreline.
In addition, note that there are no Kailua hotels, no motels, no Kailua resorts or timeshares — but there are Kailua vacation rentals and plenty of them. Local families have opened their homes, their cottages and spare rooms to visitors from all over the world. Kailua beach rentals, Kailua vacation home rentals along the beach…
In all of Oahu, Kailua proved to be one of the most stunning beaches – ideal for swimming and wind surfing. Because the beach has fine sand, it’s ideal for sunbathing and other recreational activities. This locality is also a world-class wind surfing venue. Never mind if you don’t have the lessons and the gear – several are up for grabs just around the corner.
This tropical destination is also oftentimes used as a beautiful backdrop. Kayaking as well as stand-up paddleboarding to the protected seabird sanctuaries Flat Island and Mokulua Islands have become increasingly in-demand as water activities at the beach.
Other fascinating sceneries in Kailua are the Lanikai Beach, Kailua Beach Park, Kawai Nui Marsh and the Marine Corps Base Hawai’i.
Also bear in mind that Kailua is a magical place for all to embrace. Some of the land was utilized for agriculture, others were utilized for cattle raising. It is also never lacking of ancient temple ruins like the Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site.
Kailua hasn’t only proven itself to be the home of the best beaches, but it has also marked itself as the official winter White House for President Obama. Kailua vacation rentals provide everything from studio apartments to fantastic sea-side estates.
With Kailua vacation rentals, you can do anything that you desire: napping under a tree, dining in casual restaurants, playing with the kids, and perhaps, falling in love.
Pacific Islands Reservations
571 Pauku Street, Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 262-8133
