Hawaii Kai, HI

Honolulu

Hawaii Kai
Commute to more beaches. 🚙 #beachbound
If you're looking for a challenging, quick hike with gorgeous 360-degree views, head over to Koko Crater. This extinct volcano crater used to house a railroad jutting up the near vertical side of the volcano crater and was used as a bunker during WWII. Some remnants still remain today and are now used to perch upon the best lookout spots to ooo and ahh over views of Diamond Head, Moanalua Bay, and out towards Makapu'u on the Eastern Shores of Hawaii Kai.

When I used to live in Hawaii Kai when I attended UH Manoa, this was my exercise five days a week, since I lived right across the street. I lovingly call this climb "The Stair Master of Death"

TIP: Go early for sunrise to beat the heat, or go late for sunset when it isn't as crowded. If you go in the evening, be sure to bring a headlamp to safely make your way back down. Bring water and your camera, and be careful after heavy rain when the steps can be slippery. This hike is not for the faint of heart or those with a severe fear of heights. 

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Railway hike...
The scariest part of the trail ... Where the tracks lift off the ground!! Oh #kokohead #iconqueredyou 🏃🚶🏃🚶🏃🚶🏃🚶🏃🚶🏃🚶🏃🚶🏃🌋 #onlyinhawaii

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Hawaii Kai Hotel Deals

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 ₩315,583 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
₩315,583
₩471,214 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,826 reviews)
Great location! Loved it, definitely going back

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is ₩416,287 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
₩416,287
₩592,567 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,753 reviews)
Got a free upgrade to an ocean view room. Wonderful stay

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ₩368,206 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
₩368,206
₩533,685 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,893 reviews)
We had 2 rooms reserved and were able to open the connecting door which was great. We requested ocean view and got both ocean and city view which was great. They offer clean fresh beach towels every day. The location, cleanliness and friendly staff were all great. I recommend Marriott ...

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ₩339,401 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
₩339,401
₩500,101 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,829 reviews)
The staff is very nice and helpful the hotel provides so many helpful amenities and the coffee shop is the best !

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ₩676,271 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
₩676,271
₩894,125 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,964 reviews)
We overlooked one of the pools and overlooked part of the ocean

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach

4 out of 5
120 Kaiulani Ave Honolulu HI
Fully refundable
The price is ₩277,102 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
₩277,102
₩402,716 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,339 reviews)
Staff was friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
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