Waikiki

Honolulu
Waikiki
Located on the south shore of Honolulu, this neighborhood is known internationally for its great surfing and beautiful beaches.

A magnet for surfers since well before the Beach Boys sang about it in the 1960s, Waikiki also offers many activities for families, a vibrant nightlife and local culture. Waikiki Beach is a great place to start your adventures in Waikiki. It is usually crowded, especially in winter when the surf swells, but it is the one beach that comes to mind for most people when they think of Hawaii.

Rent a board and paddle out to the waves, where you’ll very likely find yourself surrounded by surfing pros. There are many excellent surf schools catering for all experience levels, so book in for a few lessons. For an alternative to surfing, try out any of the other water sports on offer, such as snorkeling, parasailing or scuba diving.

Take a short stroll south to Kuhio Beach. This is a golden stretch of sand sheltered by a coastal wall, and home to Kapahulu Pier. The pier is a great place to visit at sunset.

Queens Surf Beach is at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki and provides a less frantic, grassier area, perfect for picnicking and gazing out to sea. While in the area, visit the Diamond Head State Monument, a calcite crystal crater that’s a Hawaiian landmark. A trail here takes you through a lit 225-foot (69-meter) tunnel to old military bunkers and a huge navigational lighthouse.

Head up Kalakaua Avenue, which runs behind Waikiki Beach, and into the heart of town. Along here, luxury-brand stores mingle with Waikiki’s high-end hotels, including the Royal Hawaiian and Moana Surfrider hotel. Street performers bring the strip to life, and cocktail bars stay open until the early hours of the morning.

Families should take a trip Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium, which is home to more than 500 species of aquatic animals and plants. To get even closer to the aquatic environment, book onto a submarine tour, which will take you down to the Pacific bed to see wrecked ships and exotic sea creatures.


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Top hotels in Waikiki

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is €301 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
€301
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,014 reviews)
"Amazing hotel. We were very happy! The only downside was getting picked up because the lady didn’t listen to me and thankfully Roberts travel came right back and picked us up. No questions asked. Roberts was amazing and the hotel was wonderful!"

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is €346 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€346
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,229 reviews)
"Property had great staff, rooms and amenities. Excellent resort."

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2024

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
4 out of 5
2005 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI
The price is €324 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€324
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, 9 restaurants, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Waikiki Beach Walk and Ala Moana ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,112 reviews)
"The whole thing was perfect"

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
4 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
Fully refundable
The price is €406 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
€406
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 poolside bars, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,747 reviews)
"If you are a first timer to Waikiki, stay here! Especially if you have children! This is a beautiful, fun, place with extremely quiet rooms! Right on the ocean, with all restaurants and shopping within walking distance. This is a wonderful resort!"

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2024

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI
The price is €336 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
€336
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,023 reviews)
"It’s a nice resort"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Prince Waikiki
Prince Waikiki
4.5 out of 5
100 Holomoana St, Honolulu, HI
The price is €304 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
€304
per night
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,070 reviews)
"Beautiful! Nice location. Friendly staff, convenient to mall and transportation"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

Prince Waikiki
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Other neighbourhoods around Waikiki

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McCully - Moiliili

While visiting McCully - Moiliili, you might make a stop by sights like Old Stadium Park and Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i.

McCully - Moiliili
Ala Moana Beach Park which includes a coastal town, tropical scenes and surfing

Ala Moana

If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.

Ala Moana
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Kaka'ako

While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Ward Village Shops and Neal S. Blaisdell Center.

Kaka'ako
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Downtown Honolulu

Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Honolulu
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Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
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Kaimuki

If you're spending some time in Kaimuki, Diamond Head State Monument and Kapi'olani Community College Farmers' Market are top sights worth seeing.

Kaimuki


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