Makiki Travel Guide

Honolulu

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Popular places to visit

Waikiki Beach

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.

Waikiki Beach
Ala Moana Center

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.

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

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

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

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

Rock-A-Hula Show

Waikiki Luau Buffet with Optional Rock-A-Hula Show

฿2,807
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Luau Buffet with Optional Rock-A-Hula Show
Chief's Luau

Chief's Luau

฿4,341
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Chief's Luau
Oahu's Hakipu`u Valley peering out into the ocean

Jungle Expedition Tour at Kualoa Ranch

฿2,049
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Jungle Expedition Tour at Kualoa Ranch
Sailboat at sunset in Oahu

Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)

฿1,632
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Snorkeling with Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle

Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed

฿2,542
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed
Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets with Show

Polynesian Cultural Center Gateway Buffet Package

฿4,054
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Polynesian Cultural Center Gateway Buffet Package
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Top hotels in Makiki

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿9,614 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿9,614
฿13,474 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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! (3,045 reviews)
"The check in staff was not very helpful. The services manager was helpful with my complaint. Would be helpful if they recommended you to pay for valet as only $15 more dollars than self parking as self parking can be full. Your paying for a spot you may not be able to use"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
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 ฿13,303 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿13,303
฿17,478 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (8,267 reviews)
"The employees were so friendly and helpful. We had a great room!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 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 ฿7,148 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿7,148
฿10,424 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,277 reviews)
"I absolutely loved the hotel service at the Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Resort. The front desk staff were incredibly helpful, friendly, and professional throughout my stay. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Waikīkī—especially if you want to be within walking distance to the beach. The location ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2460 Koa Avenue, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿5,967 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿5,967
฿8,768 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,026 reviews)
"We loved that we could walk to the beach, restaurants and to tour bus pick up locations. We felt safe walking in the area. The hotel was clean. The breakfast buffet was good. The only downside was the size of our shower. I could not shave my legs in the shower, because it was so small. I don’t know ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Waikiki Resort Hotel
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿14,904 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿14,904
฿19,573 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach 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 their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,276 reviews)
"It's a huge resort, lots of people, pool was crowded . Our room was nice and quiet"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach

3.5 out of 5
2330 Kuhio Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ฿5,216 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,216
฿7,685 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"The property was very close to shopping, dining and other local activities."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach
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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 Ward Village Shops and Hawaii Children's Discovery Center.

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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