What is Downtown Honolulu like?

Downtown Honolulu is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Honolulu? Consider a visit to Honolulu Harbor while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Honolulu?

Based on our traveller data, Aston at the Executive Centre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Honolulu. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Honolulu Harbor, and it offers an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown Honolulu area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Honolulu, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 72 Downtown Honolulu hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Honolulu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Downtown Honolulu.

What can I see and do in this Honolulu neighbourhood?

Kumu Kahua Theatre, Hawaii Theater and Hawaiʻi Heritage Center are family favourites to check out in Downtown Honolulu. Honolulu Harbor and King Kamehameha Statue are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Ala Moana Center, Waikiki Beach Walk and Waikiki Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Honolulu, make sure that you visit other sights such as Royal Hawaiian Center or International Market Place.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Honolulu, Honolulu - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Honolulu hotels

1. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 3.3 km from Downtown Honolulu

Timothy Jeffrey Lee

฿12,439 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

2. Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Waikiki, 4.7 km from Downtown Honolulu

Jorge

฿12,735 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

3. Prince Waikiki

Waikiki, 2.8 km from Downtown Honolulu

MUKUND RANGA

฿11,511 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Beach nearby, beach towels, snorkelling, surfing

4. Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki, 5.1 km from Downtown Honolulu

Chanel

฿11,124 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | View from room

5. Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

Ala Moana, 2.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Matthew

฿7,822 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

6. 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

Waikiki, 5 km from Downtown Honolulu

Khatira

฿12,700 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

7. The Twin Fin Hotel

Waikiki, 5.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Angela

฿7,684 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

8. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

Waikiki, 5.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Henly

฿8,634 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

9. Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Sumit

฿13,835 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

10. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

Waikiki, 3.7 km from Downtown Honolulu

Douglas

฿5,982 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Room, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

11. Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki, 4.9 km from Downtown Honolulu

Stefan

฿7,023 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

12. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

Waikiki, 3.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Christopher David

฿5,041 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

13. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Eucora

฿14,312 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

2 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

14. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

Waikiki, 3 km from Downtown Honolulu

Emil

฿6,810 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

15. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

Waikiki, 4.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Mandy

฿8,612 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

16. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel

Waikiki, 4.4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Michele

฿9,897 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk

Waikiki, 4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Jeffrey

฿9,284 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

18. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4.5 km from Downtown Honolulu

Parhom

฿16,863 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Luxury Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Park View (2.5 Baths) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

19. Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites

Waikiki, 3.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Claude

฿8,103 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

20. Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

Waikiki, 4.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Alexander

฿12,146 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Where to stay in Downtown Honolulu

Find the best Downtown Honolulu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Honolulu

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Waikiki

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

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A coastal city with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and a backdrop of mountains.

Ala Moana

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

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A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

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

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Western Honolulu

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Aloha Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.

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McCully - Moiliʻili

While visiting McCully - Moiliʻili, you might make a stop by sights like Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i and HB Social Club - Hawaiian Brian's.

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Top Downtown Honolulu Hotel Reviews

Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent, clean property. I would stay there again"

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The room was ideal; we had an ocean view and enjoyed the stay. Hotel (housekeeping) was great. Had problem with sink leaking and was fixed in a matter of hour. Highly recommend. Several restaurants inside hotel and close in proximity. Will definitely visit again."

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly and made check in very efficient. There is a Starbucks, ABC Store, and an arcade (as well as gift shops) on the ground floor which makes it very convenient to find things you may need. The decor is beautiful and the rooms are very clean, modern with upgraded furniture and bathroom fixtures. I would DEFINITELY stay here again"

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Our top choices for Downtown Honolulu hotels

1. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

2. Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

3. Prince Waikiki

4. Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

5. Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

6. 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

7. The Twin Fin Hotel

8. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

9. Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

10. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

11. Waikiki Resort Hotel

12. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

13. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

14. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

15. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

16. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk

18. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort

19. Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites

20. Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

Where to stay in Downtown Honolulu

Waikiki

Ala Moana

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

Western Honolulu

McCully - Moiliʻili

Top Downtown Honolulu Hotel Reviews

Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

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