Western Honolulu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 Missouri Memorial
Explore this huge vessel and learn about the Battle of Pearl Harbor on the spot where World War II ended.
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.
USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park
Visit historic Pearl Harbor and step aboard an old war ship to see how the brave soldiers lived and served beneath the sea to avenge the Japanese attacks.
USS Oklahoma Memorial
You can learn about the history of Naval Station Pearl Harbor with a visit to USS Oklahoma Memorial. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Waikiki Starlight Luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed
Top hotels in Western Honolulu
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
The shuttle was inoperable, Breakfast options were limited
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The room was very clean and comfortable, the restaurant food was very good and the band playing was absolutely fantastic, I will definitely be planning another stay
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
The airport shuttle was awesome!!
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
The room was very clean and I loved the partial ocean view. Tamara checked me in and was very kind and helpful. My plans had completely changed so I was a bit down. Not only did she listen to me, she added a credit to my room to enjoy dinner. It was truly kind and a phenomenal display of customer ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Great location, friendly staff, and lots to do!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Best view
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Western Honolulu
Kalihi - Palama
If you're spending some time in Kalihi - Palama, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Liliha - Kapalama
While visiting Liliha - Kapalama, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Historic Trail and Kamehameha Shopping Center.
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.
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.
Kaka'ako
While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Neal S. Blaisdell Center and Ala Moana Beach Park.
