Ala Moana Travel Guide
Honolulu
Visit Ala Moana
Popular places to visit
Ala Moana Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Hawaii Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Hawaii Convention Center during your trip to Honolulu. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Ala Moana Beach Park
Enjoy the sun, sea and sand at one of Hawaii’s best swimming and surfing spots, a popular nature escape within easy reach of downtown Honolulu.
Magic Island
Explore the lovely green spaces of Magic Island and enjoy the surfing in Honolulu. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Magic Island Lagoon
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Magic Island Lagoon during your trip to Honolulu?
Waikiki Beach
Pack your shorts or bikini and surf, swim, or just sit back under a palm tree and enjoy the Aloha spirit at Hawaii’s most famous beach.
Things to do
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Hanauma Bay Snorkeling from Waikiki
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Waikiki and Diamond Head Parasailing Experience
Top hotels in Ala Moana
Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra
"Everything was good except ice machines were not in service"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Pagoda Hotel
"Breakfast is delicious. Have to order by 10am. Nice and Clean property. Quiet. Good healing environment. Safe in room. A/C and open windows. Close to Walmart Foodland Ala Moana."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa
"Destination fee of $50, and credit of $25 to food and beverages, or other souvenir does not make any sense. Staff were very helpful, Sera restaurant was very good."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
"Awesome"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
"Awesome stay"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
"Location was amazing, across the street from Waikiki beach. We had a partial ocean view which faced west so the views from the room, especially in the evening, were great. I can't speak for the Seascape tower as we were placed in the Beachside tower but I wouldn't stay on that side of the resort ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Ala Moana
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach and Waikiki Beach Walk are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.
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.
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 USS Missouri Memorial while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.
McCully - Moiliʻili
Though McCully - Moiliʻili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk.
Kahala
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Kahala. A stop by Kahala Beach or Kahala Mall might round out your trip.
