Western Honolulu Travel Guide

Honolulu

USS Arizona Memorial showing a memorial
USS Arizona Memorial which includes a memorial, a monument and military items
USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park featuring interior views
USS Missouri Memorial which includes military items
Bishop Museum showing interior views

Popular places to visit

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
USS Arizona Memorial

USS Arizona Memorial

Learn about one of the most tragic days in America’s history, and pay your respects to the sailors who lost their lives, at this Pearl Harbor memorial.

USS Arizona Memorial
Bishop Museum

Bishop Museum

From lava flows to a whale skeleton and the regalia of ancient royalty, you’ll find aspects of Hawaii’s unique heritage on display at this gallery with planetarium.

Bishop Museum
USS Missouri Memorial

USS Missouri Memorial

Explore this huge vessel and learn about the Battle of Pearl Harbor on the spot where World War II ended.

USS Missouri Memorial
Pearl Harbor showing interior views and aircraft

Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor

Visit the site of the Pearl Harbor attacks and see bullet holes from the raids, Japanese planes that were shot down and a host of American aviation history.

Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor
Moanalua Gardens

Moanalua Gardens

After visiting Moanalua Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Moanalua Gardens

Things to do

7 Day All Line Hop on Hop off Waikiki Trolley pass

Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off

฿478
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Hanauma Bay

Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

฿1,784
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hanauma Bay Snorkeling
Sailboat at sunset in Oahu

Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)

฿1,593
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Waikiki Extreme Parasailing

Waikiki Xtreme Parasailing

฿1,083
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Xtreme Parasailing
Snorkeling with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle

Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed

฿2,645
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed
Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village

฿3,792
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
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Top hotels in Western Honolulu

Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport

Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport

3 out of 5
3253 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿5,660 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿5,660
฿6,676 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,915 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport
Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
3401 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿4,391 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿4,391
฿6,138 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,285 reviews)
"Close to the airport and several restaurants were within walking distance."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel

Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel

2 out of 5
2628 Waiwai Loop, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿4,443 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿4,443
฿6,008 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,157 reviews)
"Very simple room. Had a frig and microwave, but no coffee maker (free coffee at front desk though). There was no convenient outlet by the bed, which was annoying. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Airport shuttle arrived quickly when I requested it at the airport, and it conveniently departs ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿6,946 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿6,946
฿10,327 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! (3,243 reviews)
"The rooms were dated compared to the lobby. Swell restaurant was average at best food wise. Location was perfect and staff was nice. Ice dispenser was dirty and flooded and was never fixed after notifying staff. House keeping was good and very nice."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿6,334 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿6,334
฿9,476 total
1 Nov - 2 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! (4,537 reviews)
"Staff was great. Property was across the street from beach which was great. Many amenities at hotel. Property is in need of renovations."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach 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 ฿6,027 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿6,027
฿9,217 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (8,553 reviews)
"OCEAN WAS NICE. WE DIDN'T USE THE SPA"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Western Honolulu

Bishop Museum showing interior views

Kalihi - Palama

If you're spending some time in Kalihi - Palama, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Kalihi - Palama
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Chinatown

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Chinatown. You might want to make time for a stop at Honolulu Harbor or TAG - The Actors' Group.

Chinatown
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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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Pacific Heights

While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Queen Emma Summer Palace and Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House.

Pacific Heights
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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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Ala Moana

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

Ala Moana

Western Honolulu Travel Guide