Event Dates
From: Thursday, May 25, 2023
To: Monday, May 29, 2023
LeiBear Weekend 2023
Update – Organisers have confirmed that this event will return in 2023 – LeiBear weekend is an annual 5 day event hosted by the Aloha Bears in Hawaii and is one of the busiest gay events taking place on the big island.
- The gay bars in Honolulu are conveniently centred in the Waikiki tourist district. Stay at Espacio, The Jewel of Waikiki, rated “Exceptional” by guests, offering superb suites and a stunning infinity pool with views of the beach.
The Weekend Events
- In the middle of the Pacific, on a beautiful chain of islands, there is a strong local not-for-profit community group called The Aloha Bears.
- There’s no winter in Hawaii, the bears skip hibernation and like to keep busy with variety of fun activities. Whether you’re a local or tourist, bear or not, Aloha Bears welcome everyone with open arms!
- LeiBear Weekend features pool parties, hiking, catamaran sailing, brunch, beach trips and more. Held annually in August, bears and their admirers fly in from all over the world.
Trending hotels in Hawaii
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
The Royal Hawaiian, Hotel Renew, The Surfjack Hotel, Castle Waikiki Shore
Gay Guides to Hawaii and the islands
- For more information, check out our full guide to the gay scene in Waikiki, Honolulu, Oahu.
- Explore the other islands, including Maui, The Big Island and more.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
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Most hotels in Honolulu are clustered around the Waikiki Beach tourist hub so you can easily walk to all the main sights and the busiest gay bars in Honolulu are conveniently centred in the Waikiki tourist districts.
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The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort is located in the heart of Waikiki and offers a fitness center, full-service spa, an on-property bakery, exclusive area on the beach
This property is a 7-minute walk from the beach. Featuring an outdoor pool, the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in Waikiki offers vintage inspired bungalows and suites at affordable rates.
Every room at the White Sands Hotel features a private balcony with pool or city views. All rooms are non-smoking room and feature a 37-inch flat-screen LCD TV. A microwave and a small refrigerator are provided.
These apartments have a TV and A DVD player. Tennis courts are on site. A private terrace is included in each apartment with laundry facilities, Wired internet and a kitchenette.
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Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Halekulani’s full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort’s 3 restaurants. All 453 rooms boast deep soaking tubs and offer lanais and 24-hour room service. Refrigerators and premium bedding are standard
Spend the day relaxing at Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort’s full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort’s 3 restaurants. All rooms provide refrigerators and coffee makers, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs with cable channels. Guests will also find furnished lanais, room service
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Free manager’s reception. Additionally, a poolside bar, a coffee shop/café, and a spa tub are onsite. All 284 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, plus free WiFi
A restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All rooms provide free WiFi and, Smart TVs with cable channels, and conveniences like refrigerators and coffee makers