What is the water and sand quality of the Awalua Beach?

Awalua Beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Awalua Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Awalua Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Awalua Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.Awalua Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

Is the Awalua Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Awalua Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Awalua Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Awalua Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop is the closest place located 3200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Awalua Beach?

There are 186 places to stay in the Awalua Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Awalua Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8337636&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Lahaina Shores #706</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8634627&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Lahaina Shores 125</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4725067&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Kulani Maui</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8603882&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aina Nalu F201 Top Floor, Hawaiian Hideaway in the Heart</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9137108&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aina Nalu D103</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8303624&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Gorgeous Condo 2 Blocks From The Heart of Maui</a></li></ul>

How far is the Awalua Beach from parking?

The Awalua Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Awalua Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Awalua Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Maui Dragon Fruit Farm located in 3.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Awalua Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Awalua Beach is August. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 23°C and water 24°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Awalua Beach (Maui island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Awalua Beach (Maui island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Awalua Beach with gray sand & pebble surface

Photo of Awalua Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Awalua Beach with spacious shore

Awalua Beach

Launiupoko, United States

5.6

#280 out of 282 in Hawaii 3

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Gray sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Olowalu • 3.1 km

Map of beach

Park Launiupoko Beach Park

1.7km

Restaurant Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop

9.4 - Excellent 3.1km

Restaurant Kamala’s Kitchen

9.2 - Excellent 3.5km

American Restaurant Old Lahaina Luau

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Maui Dragon Fruit Farm

9 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Daryl Millard Gallery

10 - Exceptional 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Lāhainā Hongwanji Mission

9.6 - Exceptional 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

9.8 - Exceptional 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Old Lahaina Courthouse

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Maria Lanakila Catholic Church

9.6 - Exceptional 6km

Tourist Attraction Pioneer Mill Smokestack

9 - Excellent 6.3km

Tourist Attraction Warren & Annabelle's Magic!

9.6 - Exceptional 6.6km

Tourist Attraction US Seamen's Hospital Museum

7.2 - Good 6.8km

Art Gallery Banyan Tree Fine Art Gallery

5.8km

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About

Awalua Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 280th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 136.6 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of Olowalu settlement, just 3.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

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+26 ^o C +24 ^o C

Air temperature

2.4 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

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Located within the settlement

Olowalu • 3.1 km

Map of beach

Park Launiupoko Beach Park

1.7km

Restaurant Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop

9.4 - Excellent 3.1km

Restaurant Kamala’s Kitchen

9.2 - Excellent 3.5km

American Restaurant Old Lahaina Luau

7.5km

Tourist Attraction Maui Dragon Fruit Farm

9 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Daryl Millard Gallery

10 - Exceptional 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Lāhainā Hongwanji Mission

9.6 - Exceptional 5.4km

Tourist Attraction Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

9.8 - Exceptional 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Old Lahaina Courthouse

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Maria Lanakila Catholic Church

9.6 - Exceptional 6km

Tourist Attraction Pioneer Mill Smokestack

9 - Excellent 6.3km

Tourist Attraction Warren & Annabelle's Magic!

9.6 - Exceptional 6.6km

Tourist Attraction US Seamen's Hospital Museum

7.2 - Good 6.8km

Art Gallery Banyan Tree Fine Art Gallery

5.8km

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12 accomodations nearby

4.3km from the beach

6.4 Pleasant

Puamana 30-2

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Olowalu • 7.4km from center

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5km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

The Kulani Maui

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Located at nearest locality

Olowalu • 8.1km from center

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5.2km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Lahaina Shores #706

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Olowalu • 8.3km from center

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5.3km from the beach

4.5 Tolerable

Lahaina Shores 125

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Olowalu • 8.3km from center

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5.4km from the beach

Lahaina Shores #218 condo

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Olowalu • 8.4km from center

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5.9km from the beach

7.4 Good

Aina Nalu D103

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Olowalu • 8.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.7km 22 min walk

Launiupoko Beach Park

7 Good

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7.8 Very good

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8.8 Excellent

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7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Olowalu • 3.1km

Main locality of province

Honolulu • 136.6km

Transport

Airport

JHM • 14.8km

Bus Station

Wharf Cinema Center • 5.8km

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5.6 Pleasant

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Maira

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Looks quiet

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Alondra Flores

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Wonderful

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Neb Kib

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach has gray sand with pebbles and is conveniently located.

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Megan L.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Tranquil and calm, this beach is a secluded escape from the bustling main road.

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Mr and

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

6 Pleasant

The beach is pleasantly peaceful, with just the right amount of visitors to create a serene atmosphere.

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Awalua Beach

Launiupoko, United States

Park Launiupoko Beach Park

Restaurant Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop

Restaurant Kamala’s Kitchen

American Restaurant Old Lahaina Luau

Tourist Attraction Maui Dragon Fruit Farm

Tourist Attraction Daryl Millard Gallery

Tourist Attraction Lāhainā Hongwanji Mission

Tourist Attraction Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

Tourist Attraction Old Lahaina Courthouse

Tourist Attraction Maria Lanakila Catholic Church

Tourist Attraction Pioneer Mill Smokestack

Tourist Attraction Warren & Annabelle's Magic!

Tourist Attraction US Seamen's Hospital Museum

Art Gallery Banyan Tree Fine Art Gallery

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Weather

Olowalu, Hawaii,

Park Launiupoko Beach Park

Restaurant Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop

Restaurant Kamala’s Kitchen

American Restaurant Old Lahaina Luau

Tourist Attraction Maui Dragon Fruit Farm

Tourist Attraction Daryl Millard Gallery

Tourist Attraction Lāhainā Hongwanji Mission

Tourist Attraction Ultimate Whale Watch & Snorkel

Tourist Attraction Old Lahaina Courthouse

Tourist Attraction Maria Lanakila Catholic Church

Tourist Attraction Pioneer Mill Smokestack

Tourist Attraction Warren & Annabelle's Magic!

Tourist Attraction US Seamen's Hospital Museum

Art Gallery Banyan Tree Fine Art Gallery

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

Nearest Beaches

Localities

Olowalu • 3.1km

Honolulu • 136.6km

Transport

JHM • 14.8km

Wharf Cinema Center • 5.8km

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