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Marriott Ko Olina Beaches closed

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This is our last day here and we keep seeing on the news that the landfill got flooded and biomedical waste contaminated the water at Ko Olina. Right now all four lagoons are closed. They are showing on tv that blood viles, seringes and UA's are washing ashore. They are saying the water may be unsafe for a while to come at Ko Olina. I surely hope that this is not the case, but for those planning a vacation in the short term and putting a lot of value on swimming in the lagoons, this may be of concern.
 
Is the sand open or is the whole thing closed? We go next month and the kids LOVE the beach. Major bummer if it's closed then.
 
The sand is open and clean, you can use the beach chairs and the beach, but not get into the water.

larryallen said:
Is the sand open or is the whole thing closed? We go next month and the kids LOVE the beach. Major bummer if it's closed then.
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Thanks so much for this information. We arrive this Friday! It will be disappointing to not be able to swim in the lagoons. I have been to Ko'Olina once in 2007 so I'm generally familiar with the resort but would appreciate any suggestions for other beaches to go swimming. We drove around the island to sightsee but not to swim. Thanks.

Also, can anyone suggest someplace to stop and pick up take -out that's between the airport and Ko'Olina? We'll be getting arriving in the evening after a long direct flight from the east coast and I know we aren't going to want to stop and do our grocery shopping.
Is the poolside bar/restaurant at Ko'Olina open in the later part of the evening?
 
Stop at the town of Kapolei just before Ko Olina. Lots of little restaurants (some are fast food) there as well as a Costco and Safeway.

Steve
 
Wow; Thanks for letting us know. I'll be there the end of the month. I normally hang out by the pool and just walk along the water to say I got in :eek: . Guess I won't be doing that this trip
 
I called Ko'Olina. The front desk confirmed what had been posted and what was in the newspaper. They are hoping that the tides will help to clear things out. The condition of the water and the beaches will be reassesed on Thursday and any determination will be made at that time.

Thanks for the restaurant info.
 
There's a fun new ABC store-called Country Store or something

Ko Olina has a new, fun store, sort of an upscale ABC Store, called Country Store or something (it's an ABC store) with a lot of everything-take out sandwiches, lots of beach stuff, souvenirs, etc. There are new eateries in that general vicinity also right by the ABC Store. It's across the street from the Disney Resort and very easy to find, especially if you're coming in from a flight. It's on the main entrance road before you arrive at Marriott's. The convenience and proximity factor is huge.

You might find that Kailua Beach is wonderful if you're up for the drive. Lanikai is right next to it and is considered the top beach in Hawaii. Waimea Beach up by Waimea Falls Park is a wonderful family friendly beach. Waimea Falls Park is a fun, educational stop for the family also. It's kind of like a nature preserve. And don't forget Waikiki Beach. It's famous all over the world and hard to top, especially since the kids are in school and you might have more elbow room.

The beaches on the Ewa side of the island where Ko Olina is located are pretty rough. Ko Olina was man-made by a Japanese development company back in the 80's and was bought out by Marriott's. It is not typical of that side of the island. Restriction of access to beaches is not allowed by Hawaiian law.
 
What other new businesses are there with that ABC store? What food options?
 
Loco Moco Drive-In in Kapolei. Better than L&L. There are a bunch of small places to eat in the shopping center next to Safeway.

Thanks. I know there is a lot in Kapolei. I was referring to the new shopping center in Ko Olina. Curious what's in that that's open?
 
larryallen said:
What other new businesses are there with that ABC store? What food options?
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As of a couple months ago there is a Mexican restaurant called "Tacos Tacos", or something of that nature. My wife and I didn't eat there so I can't give a review.

There's a Hawaiian BBQ type of restaurant. I forget the name. We tried this place and we didn't really care for it. We're both very picky eaters and usually stick with chains, so YMMV with your appreciation of this place. It seemed very "authentic", if that's what you're after.

There's also a small ice cream shop that offers 6 flavors, hard serve.
 
Any progress on the beaches? Can you see them doing any "work" to clean them or just hoping the tides will take the crap out?
 
Any change?
 
I spoke with the front desk who indicated that the beaches are still closed are are now scheduled to open on the 23rd.
 
larryallen said:
Loco Moco Drive-In in Kapolei. Better than L&L. There are a bunch of small places to eat in the shopping center next to Safeway.

Thanks. I know there is a lot in Kapolei. I was referring to the new shopping center in Ko Olina. Curious what's in that that's open?
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I think the local place in the new Ko Olina shopping center is also a "Loco Moco Drive-Inn". We ate there in Sept and loved it -I like the local dive type of food, that I can't get out in Chicago, even though this seems to be a chain.

The ice cream store was small and really expensive for nothing really special. I'd be surprised to see if they can hang on until the Disney resort opens.

I seem to remember a Mexican food place w/ a full bar, but didn't go in.
 
parking at ko olina

Oh my, thanks for the info about the beaches situation. I certainly hope that it will be cleaned up before 2/27.

Anyhow, I got a question, do you know if ko olina charges parking. I'm an Marriott owner but NOT at Ko olina. Last time I was there, they charge us $20 something for parking each night. I wonder if that have changed.

Any information is appreciated.

Thanks!
 
If you are staying on an exchange or Get Away, then parking for the first car is free. Otherwise it is like $30 per day.
 
I just got back, had two condos in my name as II exchanges, and as a Marriott owners, both cars (one for each condo) had free parking.
 
We had a friend that stayed in Ko Olina last week on a NON Marriott trade. On his paperwork he said it clearly stated they were going to have to pay $30 parking. When they got back he told me that they did NOT have to pay...with that nice surprise they paid the minimal charge for valet parking instead ;-)

Steve
 
calberry said:
We had a friend that stayed in Ko Olina last week on a NON Marriott trade. On his paperwork he said it clearly stated they were going to have to pay $30 parking. When they got back he told me that they did NOT have to pay...with that nice surprise they paid the minimal charge for valet parking instead ;-)

Steve
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I don't think it matters if you exchange in using a Marriott week or not. What matters is if you are a Marriott owner. If you own at any Marriott property they won't charge you for parking.
 
LAX Mom said:
I don't think it matters if you exchange in using a Marriott week or not. What matters is if you are a Marriott owner. If you own at any Marriott property they won't charge you for parking.
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Our friend is NOT a Marriott owner...he traded in thru II.

When we were at Timberlodge last summer I specifically asked who had to pay for parking, and who did not have to pay for parking. They explained that each owned week had parking that went with it. It didn't matter who you were (Marriott owner or not), or how you acquired that week (trade, etc.), if it was an 'owned' timeshare week that you were using then your parking was free...sounds like Ko Olina is the same.

Steve
 
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