Ala Moana Travel Guide
Honolulu
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
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Top hotels in Ala Moana
Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra
Oahu is a wonderful and beautiful place to visit and our stay at the Ala Moana by Mantra was hassle free and central to our visit. It’s close proximity to the Ala Moana shopping center was a perk!
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Pagoda Hotel
The property appeared clean overall, my only concern was during my check-in on May 1st. When I arrived, there was an individual in the lobby who appeared to have very poor hygiene. The lobby area had a strong, unpleasant odor, and I was concerned for my health as the individual was coughing and leaning ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa
Lovely Hotel in a great location, the staff were always smiling and ready to help. Sky Bar was always somewhere nice to sit outside, situated on the 8th Floor. The restaurant (Sera) offered tasty food, well presented with friendly waitress and bar staff.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
I don't like the room accessories
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
My room was great! I wish the pool was bigger with more vegetation
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Prince Waikiki
Staff is super helpful, kind, and efficient. Room was spacious and clean. Views were beautiful. Great amenities and just a great environment.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ala Moana
Kaka'ako
While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Neal S. Blaisdell Center and Ala Moana Beach Park.
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.
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.
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.
Tantalus
While visiting Tantalus, you might make a stop by sights like Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area.
Makiki
If you're spending some time in Makiki, Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area are top sights worth seeing.
