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, AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Honolulu. This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Honolulu Harbor, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Bishop Suites At The Executive Centre .

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 66 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 Ali'iolani Hale.

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1. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 3.3 km from Downtown Honolulu

Emiliano

￥64,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

2. Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Waikiki, 4.7 km from Downtown Honolulu

Melissa Solidum

￥62,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

On the beach, beach towels, snorkeling, surfing

3. Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki, 5.1 km from Downtown Honolulu

Jennifer

￥59,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

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

4. Prince Waikiki

Waikiki, 2.8 km from Downtown Honolulu

Nam

￥63,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

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

5. Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Arnaldo

￥119,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

6. The Twin Fin Hotel

Waikiki, 5.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Karina

￥41,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

7. 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

Waikiki, 5 km from Downtown Honolulu

Terrilyn

￥72,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View | View from room

8. Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

Ala Moana, 2.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Debra Del Carlo

￥36,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

9. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

Waikiki, 5.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Joshua

￥44,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

10. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

Waikiki, 3.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Noah

￥29,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

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

11. Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki, 4.9 km from Downtown Honolulu

HAO

￥32,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View, Corner (High Floor) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

12. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

Waikiki, 3.7 km from Downtown Honolulu

Michelle

￥36,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

13. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Oozma

￥78,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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

14. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

Waikiki, 4.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

Tramy

￥46,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk

Waikiki, 4 km from Downtown Honolulu

Anca

￥62,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

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

16. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel

Waikiki, 4.4 km from Downtown Honolulu

lisa

￥51,665 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

2 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

17. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

Waikiki, 3 km from Downtown Honolulu

Jason

￥32,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

18. Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites

Waikiki, 3.6 km from Downtown Honolulu

James

￥39,841 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

19. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort

Waikiki, 4.5 km from Downtown Honolulu

Star Masinag

￥77,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

20. Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

Waikiki, 4.2 km from Downtown Honolulu

Katerina

￥61,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

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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 Honolulu Zoo.

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A calm river reflecting tall buildings and palm trees under a cloudy sky.

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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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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Top Downtown Honolulu Hotel Reviews

Prince Waikiki

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, wonderful experiences"

Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

10/10 Excellent

"Wow, such a nice place! Very well maintained. Great sitting area in the lobby plenty of seating near the Starbucks. Two gift shops, a convenience store, a diving shop, a restaurant and a bar that may or may not have a speak easy, (you didn't hear that from me!!!) Fountains out front were great and the food trucks across the street were great the kai k was an amazing Korean food truck."

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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. Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4. Prince Waikiki

5. Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

6. The Twin Fin Hotel

7. 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

8. Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra

9. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

10. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

11. Waikiki Resort Hotel

12. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

13. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

14. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk

16. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel

17. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

18. Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites

19. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort

20. Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

Where to stay in Downtown Honolulu

Waikiki

Ala Moana

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

McCully - Moiliʻili

Western Honolulu

Top Downtown Honolulu Hotel Reviews

Prince Waikiki

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