Western Honolulu Travel Guide
Honolulu
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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.
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center during your travels in Honolulu. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Aloha Stadium
Catch an event at Aloha Stadium during your trip to Aiea. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Top hotels in Western Honolulu
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
Very run down
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Old hotel Staff doesn’t smile Limited over night parking Rooms desperate need updating Not inviting at all
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
For just one day layover, this hotel provided what I needed. There's a restaurant and bar as well as a small convenience store adjacent to the front desk. There's also a free coffee station right in the lobby as well as an ATM machine.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
This is my favorite resort in the world. I highly recommend this resort ❤️😍
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
The room is not well sealed, wind creates a howl like a scary movie and it lasts all night. Bedding smelled funky, like it sat too long with moisture. The bed sinks in and the pillows are atrocious. We debated going to Costco and buying some to get thru the week. Overall they charge like it’s top ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Western Honolulu
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, 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 Princess Ruth Ke'elikolani Performing Arts 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 Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House and Royal Mausoleum State Monument.
Kaka'ako
While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Ward Village Shops and Neal S. Blaisdell Center.
