What is Downtown Honolulu like?

Downtown Honolulu is a neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Honolulu? Consider a visit to Honolulu Harbor while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Honolulu?

Based on our traveler data, Aston at the Executive Centre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Honolulu. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Honolulu Harbor, and it offers an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu .

How many hotels can I expect to find in Downtown Honolulu?

If you're searching for places to stay in Honolulu, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 72 Downtown Honolulu hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Honolulu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Downtown Honolulu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Honolulu?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Honolulu, click here .

What can I see and do in this Honolulu neighborhood?

Kumu Kahua Theatre, Hawaii Theater, and Hawaiʻi Heritage Center are family favorites to check out in Downtown Honolulu. Honolulu Harbor and King Kamehameha Statue are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Don't miss favorite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Ala Moana Center, Waikiki Beach Walk, and Waikiki Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Honolulu, be sure to visit other sights like Royal Hawaiian Center or International Market Place.

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1. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 3.3 km from Downtown Honolulu

Timothy Jeffrey Lee

￥60,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Waikiki, 4.7 km from Downtown Honolulu

Jorge

￥61,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

3. Prince Waikiki

Waikiki, 2.8 km from Downtown Honolulu

MUKUND RANGA

￥55,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Beach nearby, beach towels, snorkeling, surfing

4. Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki, 5.1 km from Downtown Honolulu

Chanel

￥53,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

5. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

Waikiki, 5.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Henly

￥40,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

6. Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Sumit

￥66,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

7. The Twin Fin Hotel

Waikiki, 5.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Angela

￥37,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

8. 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

Waikiki, 5 km from Downtown Honolulu

Khatira

￥59,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | View from room

9. Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

Ala Moana, 2.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Matthew

￥37,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

Room, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

10. Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki, 4.9 km from Downtown Honolulu

Stefan

￥33,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

11. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

Waikiki, 3.7 km from Downtown Honolulu

Douglas

￥28,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

12. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

Waikiki, 3.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Christopher David

￥24,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

13. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Eucora

￥69,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

14. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel

Waikiki, 4.4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Michele

￥47,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

15. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

Waikiki, 4.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Mandy

￥41,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

16. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

Waikiki, 3 km from Downtown Honolulu

Emil

￥32,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk

Waikiki, 4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Jeffrey

￥44,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

18. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4.5 km from Downtown Honolulu

Parhom

￥81,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Luxury Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Park View (2.5 Baths) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

19. Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites

Waikiki, 3.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Claude

￥33,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

20. Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

Waikiki, 4.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Alexander

￥49,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Where to stay in Downtown Honolulu

Find the best Downtown Honolulu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Honolulu

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Waikiki

Famous for Waikiki Beach, this district boasts six beaches and a skyline filled with high-rises and resort hotels. Surfing enthusiasts can enjoy the ideal surf break, while Kalākaua Avenue offers luxury shopping and Kūhiō Avenue features diverse dining and nightlife options.

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A coastal city with a beach, clear turquoise waters, and a backdrop of mountains.

Ala Moana

Situated along Oʻahu's southern shores, this district boasts a vast stretch of reef-protected white sandy beaches and the world's largest open-air shopping center, Ala Moana Center. Enjoy shopping, dining, and relaxing at Ala Moana Beach Park.

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A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

While visiting Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head.

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Western Honolulu

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Aloha Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.

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McCully - Moiliʻili

If you're spending some time in McCully - Moiliʻili, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i and HB Social Club - Hawaiian Brian's are top sights worth seeing.

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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

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Our top choices for Downtown Honolulu hotels

1. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

2. Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

3. Prince Waikiki

4. Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

5. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

6. Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

7. The Twin Fin Hotel

8. 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

9. Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

10. Waikiki Resort Hotel

11. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

12. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

13. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

14. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel

15. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

16. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk

18. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort

19. Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites

20. Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

Where to stay in Downtown Honolulu

Waikiki

Ala Moana

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

Western Honolulu

McCully - Moiliʻili

Top Downtown Honolulu Hotel Reviews

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

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