Best Glamping in Hawaii

Hawaii is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning views of Diamond Head, and relaxed way of life. But one thing that is often overlooked by visitors (and really shouldn’t be!) is the amazing experience of camping in Hawaii.

The Hawaiian Islands are made up of eight main islands, including Hawaii, Maui, Oahu, Kahoolawe, Lanai, Molokai, Kauai and Niihau. Each one offers unique camping experiences and different activities.

Oahu, home to the city of Honolulu, and the most populated island, offers a unique blend of city comforts and tropical vibes. The southernmost coast is where you’ll find popular tourist destinations like Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach, and Hanauma Bay. Due to the number of people that live on this part of the island, there are limited camping areas, but just a short drive makes a big difference.

On Oahu’s Windward coast, expect stunning views of the Ko’olau mountains and the turquoise waters of Lanikai and Kailua. Bellows is a great camping spot right on the beach away from the bustle of Honolulu, and only a few minutes drive from the popular Maunawili hike trailhead. Permits are required to go camping in Hawaii, and sites usually book up in advance, so be sure to call a few weeks ahead if you want to get a spot.

If relaxing in nature and getting away from the crowd is what you’re after, Keaiwa Heiau State Recreation Area, located inland near Aiea, provides visitors with lush forest views, and is the site of a former temple of Hawaiian healing. It is also near the trailhead for the Aiea Loop Trail, a popular 4.5 mile hike with stunning mountain vistas, and is just a short drive away from Pearl Harbor.

The Big Island, the largest of the Hawaiian islands and known for its diverse landscape and constantly flowing lava, is another great option if you are looking to do some camping in Hawaii. Camping permits are available for Punalu’u, Hawaii’s famous black sand beach, which has a reputation for great snorkeling and fishing and for sea turtle sightings. You can also snag one of 16 campsites in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Sites are available on a first come, first served basis, and although it’s a little more rustic (there are restrooms but no showers), it’s probably worth it to be able to camp at “one of the most unique campsites to visit in the world”.

Whether you’re camping in Hawaii for the first time, or just looking for a new favorite spot, The Dyrt has you covered.

Best Glamping Sites in Hawaii (17)

    1. Waiʻanapanapa State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Haleakala National Park, HI
    Website
    +1 (808) 984-8109

    $12 - $90 / night

    "We had great space with one family in the bedroom (2 bunk beds) and the other using the bunk bed in the living space.  "

    "Cabins: We stayed in a cabin, which are usually two-night minimum, but we planned our trip around a 1-night only availability to get around this rule (~$100/night)."

    2. Camp Olowalu

    18 Reviews
    Lahaina, HI
    Website
    +1 (808) 661-4303

    $24 - $1600 / night

    "Some of the sites seemed close together but we stayed at the end and had good privacy with the trade off of a long trip to the bathrooms.  The shared bathrooms are great!"

    "The tent sites are amazing, though perhaps spaced a little close together between the main camp and the shoreline, but with beach access so close, and the surrounding environment so beautiful it’s easy"

    3. Nāmakanipaio Campground — Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

    17 Reviews
    Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI
    Website
    +1 (808) 967-7321

    "And if anyone knows rain in Hawaii is HARD - so make sure you are prepared if you decide to camp in Hawaii.

    This is a great way to be close to the volcano park to get an early start."

    "At the end of the drive there is parking for about 4 vehicles and a very clean and nice structure housing a pit toilet with paper. No running water, no fires allowed. Camping stoves ok."

    4. Bellows Field Beach Park

    15 Reviews
    Kaneohe, HI
    Website
    +1 (808) 523-4525

    "Camping in hawaii is special no matter the time and place. Bellows has been a favorite because the waves are perfect for buggie boarding and the beach is peaceful."

    "Secluded and awesome."

    5. Anahola Beach Park

    8 Reviews
    Kapa‘a, HI
    Website
    +1 (808) 241-6660

    "You can drive up to your camping spot and be right on the ocean. I loved it. Bathrooms were clean and close by, beach was lovely. Will def visit again"

    "Kumu Camp is a homestead with tentalos which are basically framing with canvas over and beds with an outdoor shower."

    6. Camp Mokuleia

    5 Reviews
    Waianae, HI
    Website

    "The bathrooms are a walk away inside a yurt. We were assigned a bathroom for just our site and given a key for it. "

    "This campground is very close to the highest concentration of rock climbs in all of Hawaii!"

    7. Kumu Camp

    3 Reviews
    Kapa‘a, HI
    Website
    +1 (808) 378-4146

    $15 - $210 / night

    "They have electric plugs in the common area but I found it to be slow. Love the beach. There are stray cats and neighborhood dogs roaming around."

    "It’s a locals area for sure, people drive on the beach a bit."

    8. Pālāʻau State Park Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lahaina, HI
    Website
    +1 (808) 984-8109

    "There is no park entrance fee but there is a cost to some. The views here are amazing and Molokai is a very uninhabited island, so this place is very peaceful."

    9. Bellows Air Force Station

    3 Reviews
    Kaneohe, HI
    Website

    $27 - $169 / night

    "There is a shopet with is walking distance of every site as well as a gas station, mini golf, a driving range, 3 hiking trails, 1 walking path, a small bar, and a stabucks."

    10. Lucy Wright Beach Park

    4 Reviews
    Kapa‘a, HI
    +1 (808) 241-6660
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Glamping Reviews in Hawaii

108 Reviews of 17 Hawaii Campgrounds