MCB Hawaii Kaneohe Bay, HI - Nearby Cities

Kaneohe, HI
Kaneohe is a Hawaiian word meaning "bamboo man" from an old Hawaiian story. The town started as an agricultural area, but over time the agriculture gave way to commerce. Today the only real crop that the town produces is bananas. Marine Corps Base Hawaii runs along the south end of the city, and it is located just 8 miles from the Marine Corps Depot Kaneohe Bay. The proximity to the base makes the city a popular place for military personnel and civilians who are looking for a more permanent place to live.

Homes for sale in the area start at $310,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Apartments and homes for rent are also available at a monthly starting rate of $950 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Local hotels offer temporary lodging for visitors. Such accommodations include the Windward Country Inn which offers nightly rates of $98 for free internet access, on-site fitness center and complimentary breakfast. Hotels are plentiful in the area and offer varied views and beachfront access.

Local attractions include Senator Fong's Plantation tour which offers a guided tour through the 700-acre family owned Tropical Garden that was named for former Senator Hiram Fong. The flowering plants include tropical fruit trees, palms, ferns, and fragrant flowers. The center even offers lei-making classes for visitors. The Hoomaluhia Botanical Gardens offer a different perspective for those looking to learn about the indigenous plant life on the island.

Kailua, HI
Kailua is a city in Honolulu County, Hawaii which lies on the windward coast of Oahu. The name comes from a Hawaiian word which means "two seas" or "two currents". It is also named because of the two lagoons in the district. The current population is 50,000 people, and the town is located just 8 miles from the Marine Corps Depot Kaneohe Bay. Kailua dates back to the early 1500s and has many historic temple ruins from that period. Kailua Beach is often noted to be Hawaii's best beach and covers over 2 miles of coastline.

Homes for sale in the area start at $429,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $990 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Keauhou Beach Resort offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $129.

Local attractions include Kalama Beach which is a small beach located on Oahu that offers white sand and turquoise water. The less crowded beach makes it popular for those looking for relaxation. Restrooms, showers, and rental shops are also available. Maunawili Falls offers a picturesque one and a half mile hike to the falls where swimmers can jump into a deep swimming pool beneath the falls.

Ahuimanu, HI
Ahuimanu is a city in Honolulu, Hawaii on the island of Oahu. The city is named after a Hawaiian word that means "cluster of birds". The city is mostly inland which gives the area a wetter climate. The current population is 8,500 people. Located just 8 miles from the Marine Corps Depot Kaneohe Bay, the town offers a quiet and peaceful community environment for those military personnel and civilian employees who are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $499,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $900 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Windward Country Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $98.

Local attractions include Queen Emma's Summer Palace which is a museum that offers exhibits about Hawaiian history and culture. Tours take you through the house, and the guides are experts on the history of the Hawaiian royals. The gift shop offers items that are hard to find anywhere else on the island. The Arizona Memorial which extends over the sunken ship, the USS Arizona, is a powerful and moving attraction documenting the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor that took place on Dec. 7th, 1941. Admission is free, and there is a memorial to all the lives that were lost that day.

Maunawili, HI
Maunawili is a city that is located in Honolulu County on the island of Oahu. The current population is 4,800 people. There are no commercial businesses in town, just private homes and schools. Nearby Kailua offers stores and dining options and is only a short car drive away. The median income annually is $82,000, and the town covers 3.5 square miles. Located just 8 miles from the Marine Corps Depot Kaneohe Bay, the town offers close proximity for those military personnel who work on base but prefer to live elsewhere on their downtime.

Homes for sale in the area start at $780,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $798 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the B&B Pillows in Paradise and the Sheffield House Bed and Breakfast offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $99.

Local attractions include Kailua Beach Park which was rated "Best Beach in the World". The beach is a prime surfing destination for pros and amateurs. Wind surfing and surf kayaking are both popular sports on the beach. There is a small pond in the middle of the park for younger children. Twogood Kayaks and Canoes offers kayak and canoe rentals with the highest quality of equipment. The facility also offers guided tours.