Beach and Lagoon
Waikiki's Best BeachSignature Beach Experiences
There’s no other spot on Waikiki Beach with so much to offer. Create your perfect beach day with everything from comfortable lounge chairs and shady umbrellas to exciting surf lessons, catamaran rides and peaceful kayak adventures. Paddle across the calm waters of the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon or simply relax under the Hawaiian sun — it’s all right at your fingertips.
Duke Kahanamoku Beach
Enjoy Hilton Hawaiian Village’s exceptional location next to Duke Kahanamoku Beach. Take in exquisite sunsets and learn to surf amid the Pacific breakers, or simply spread out on a towel and unwind, moments from your room in Waikiki.
Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon
Take part in fun-filled family activities at Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon, a five-acre salt-water lagoon featuring a state-of-the-art water circulation system. Lounge on a beach chair, take a tranquil swim, ride an aquacycle, try stand-up paddle yoga, or experience swimming as a mermaid.
Hit the BeachBeach Rentals & Activities
Umbrellas & Beach Chairs
Make the most of your Waikiki Beach days with convenient umbrella and chair rentals from Waikiki Beach Activities — shade, comfort, and oceanfront views, all ready for you.
Visit the Waikiki Beach Activities desk at the beach or Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon from 8:00am.
Lagoon Watercraft
Discover calm waters and endless fun — rent paddleboards, kayaks, water tricycles and more at the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon, exclusively with Waikiki Beach Activities.
To rent a Lagoon Watercraft, please visit the Waikiki Beach Activities Lagoon desk from 9:00am.
Surfing Lessons
Hot Spots Surf School offers expert surfing lessons. Get warmed up at the surf school land demo, then paddle out to renowned Kaiser surf break to test out your skills. As an added bonus, surf photos may be available.
You can call Hot Spots direct at 888-904-4088 from 8:00am - 5:00pm daily.
SUP Fitness on the Lagoon
Learn how to Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) and learn new workout poses. SUP fitness classes by Yumi are designed for all levels, skills and ages. Children must be 8 years or older. Group classes Monday-Saturday 8:30-10:00am, Check in by 8:15am at the Waikiki Beach Activities Lagoon Stand.
Snorkel Sails
Sail aboard the Spirit of Aloha, the premier catamaran yacht in all of Waikiki. Daily itineraries include Turtle Snorkel Sails, Adventure Cruises, and Sunset Cocktails. Deluxe amenities include a bar with draft beer and an expert lifeguard-certified crew. See the island like never before as you set sail on a barefoot voyage directly from the Hilton Pier.
Whale Watching
Whale Watching is seasonal (typically December through April) on the Spirit of Aloha Catamaran. Humpback whales migrate from Alaska to Hawaiʻi each winter to breed and give birth. Onboard naturalists and crew provide insight into whale behaviors, Hawaiian culture, and marine life. Insider tip: Bring binoculars for close-up views, wear reef-safe sunscreen.
