Makiki Travel Guide

Honolulu

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Popular places to visit

Waikiki Beach

Waikiki Beach

4/5(37 reviews)

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.

Waikiki Beach
Ala Moana Center

Ala Moana Center

4.5/5(25 reviews)

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.

Ala Moana Center
Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor

Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor.

Pearl Harbor
Aloha Tower showing a city and skyline

Honolulu Harbor

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Honolulu Harbor
Royal Hawaiian Center

Royal Hawaiian Center

4.5/5(15 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Royal Hawaiian Center
International Market Place

International Market Place

4/5(16 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to International Market Place, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

International Market Place

Things to do

7 Day All Line Hop on Hop off Waikiki Trolley pass

Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off

฿654
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Hanauma Bay

Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

฿1,830
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hanauma Bay Snorkeling
Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

฿3,890
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
Sailboat at sunset in Oahu

Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)

฿1,635
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Waikiki Extreme Parasailing

Waikiki Xtreme Parasailing

฿1,112
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Xtreme Parasailing
Snorkeling with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle

Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed

฿2,256
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed
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Top hotels in Makiki

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿6,536 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿6,536
฿9,840 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,528 reviews)
"Staff was great, friendly to approach and serviceable. Hotel was prompt to guest needs and the property was clean."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2005 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿7,370 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿7,370
฿10,824 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,639 reviews)
"Goof"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿6,634 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿6,634
฿9,853 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,589 reviews)
"Room had an excellent view of the beach as promised. Safe area with plenty of shops and restaurants. Hotel staff courteous, friendly and knowledgeable about the property."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿12,447 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿12,447
฿16,697 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,630 reviews)
"We were welcomed to this beautiful place, given complimentary drinks. Room was great with awesome views! Staff went above and beyond to help with your needs. Such a gorgeous place! Definitely recommend to anyone. Kinda forgot time and day - you just lose yourself in the fun of this beautiful island! ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,655 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿7,655
฿11,188 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,301 reviews)
"Overall everything was wonderful. The one critique I had is that our bathroom did not have a fan😷 but other than that the place was fantastic"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
The Twin Fin Hotel

The Twin Fin Hotel

4 out of 5
2570 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿4,497 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,497
฿7,397 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,614 reviews)
"The Twin Fin is our favorite Waikīkī hotel. We’ve stayed at that property over 20 times. The staff from checking in, hospitality to Valet are amazing. The hotel’s location is perfect; with the proximity to Beach, Dining, Zoo. We’re planning on being back again and again."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Twin Fin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Makiki

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Koreatown

Koreatown might not have many top sights, but Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Koreatown
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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 Neal S. Blaisdell Center and Ala Moana Beach Park.

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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Waikiki

4.5/5(105 area reviews)

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.

Waikiki
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McCully - Moiliili

Though McCully - Moiliili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk.

McCully - Moiliili

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