Hawaii's Hidden Hideaway Bed & Breakfast

1369 Mokolea Dr, Kailua, HI 96734, Kailua, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.2 / 5

Overview

Hawaii's Hidden Hideaway Bed & Breakfast is a 3-star guesthouse at 1369 Mokolea Drive in Kailua, in the quiet Lanikai neighborhood. It is a few blocks from Lanikai Beach and about a five-minute drive from shops, restaurants, and golf.

Rooms

The property offers studio units and a suite, described as modestly decorated, with private entrances, garden views, lanais, and kitchenettes. Studios have access to outdoor showers; the suite includes a private outdoor Jacuzzi. Guest accounts vary on the rooms' condition, with some describing them as spacious and well stocked and another noting older furnishings and decor.

Food & In-Room Provisions

Kitchenettes are stocked with items such as fruit, pastries, yogurt, cereal, juice, and tea and coffee. Reviews differ on the breakfast provisions, with some appreciating the refreshments and another finding the selection limited.

Amenities & Services

Documented amenities include free Wi-Fi, off-street parking, and laundry facilities. Beach towels, chairs, and mats are complimentary, making it easier to head to nearby beaches.

Location

Lanikai Pillbox Trail is about 869 meters away and Lanikai Beach about 895 meters away; Kailua Beach is roughly 1.97 kilometers away. Other Oahu points of interest include Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden (about 9.36 kilometers), Sea Life Park Hawaii (about 9.43 kilometers), and Hanauma Bay (about 13.02 kilometers).

Best for

This guesthouse is a strong fit for travelers prioritizing a quiet Lanikai setting and nearby beach access, with Lanikai Beach a few blocks away and beach towels, chairs, and mats provided. It may also suit guests who value a private-entry studio or suite with a kitchenette and lanai over a fully modernized hotel room.

Travel tips

Bring or use the complimentary beach towels, chairs, and mats for visits to nearby Lanikai Beach; the Lanikai Pillbox Trail is also within about 869 meters. Shops, restaurants, and golf are described as a five-minute drive away, and the property has off-street parking. If the condition or range of kitchenette provisions matters to you, note that guest accounts differ on both room upkeep and breakfast items.

What guests say

Guests appreciate the Lanikai location, easy access to the beach, and the supply of beach towels and chairs; some also praise the host's responsiveness and the rooms' space and provisions. Reviews differ on the refreshments provided, with one account describing a limited breakfast selection. Room condition is a recurring point of contrast: one guest reports older furnishings, appliances, and decor, while other guests describe the rooms as spacious and well stocked. One review also mentions having an in-room air-conditioning unit.

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