Manoa Travel Guide
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Hawaii at Manoa during your visit to Honolulu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead
Take a hike through the lush Hawaiian rainforest to discover a wealth of flora and Oahu’s most impressive waterfall.
Lyon Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Lyon Arboretum during your stay in Honolulu. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Queen Emma Summer Palace
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Queen Emma Summer Palace during your travels in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.
Makiki Forest Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Makiki Forest Recreation Area and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Honolulu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside
You can take time to visit Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside during your travels to Honolulu. Discover the area's waterfalls and monuments.
Things to do
Early Bird Whale Watch Cruise (Whales Guaranteed)
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Top hotels in Manoa
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Hotel was ok, wasn’t as clean as I thought. Dust everywhere in the room, carpet wasn’t even vacuumed the whole stay. Overall it was ok. Most likely won’t be staying here again
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Clean rooms, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
The ocean was very visible from our room. Very nice view and matched how it was advertised online.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
The views were amazing! The hotel is in a great location. Steps away from the beach!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Fantastic room with ocean view and scenic Waikiki beach.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Prince Waikiki
There was no coffee and teabags at all. Very plain.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manoa
Tantalus
While visiting Tantalus, you might make a stop by sights like Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area.
McCully - Moiliʻili
Though McCully - Moiliʻili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waikiki Beach Walk and Royal Hawaiian Center.
Palolo
While Palolo isn't home to many top sights, Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead and Waikiki Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Koreatown
Koreatown might not have many top sights, but Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
