Hawaii Kai, located on Oahu’s south shore, is the largest of several
residential communities on the eastern end of the island. The town
was the brainchild of the billionaire industrialist Henry J. Kaiser,
who developed an area of kiawe flatland and a shallow fishpond into
an affluent suburb. Starting around 1959, the Hawaii Kai or Koko
Marina was dredged from the pond. Several neighborhoods now extend
back into several valleys and up the mountain ridges.
Attractions include the Koko Marina Center, located on the corner of
Kalanianaole Highway and Lunalilo Home Road. Here you will find many
shops, restaurants, water sports activities and a large movie
theater. It is located directly on the marina and features a nice
atmosphere. You can dine right next to anchored boats and enjoy
views of the water and the green mountains in the background.
Hawaii Kai in Bullet Points
Largest of several residential communities on the eastern end
of Oahu
Starting around 1959, the Hawaii Kai or Koko Marina was
dredged from the pond
Koko Marina Center featuring many shops, restaurants, water
sports activities and a large movie theater
Hawaii Kai Location
Hawaii Kai is located on Oahu's south shore, about 11 miles (17.7
km) east of downtown Honolulu
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