Kaka'ako, HI

Honolulu

Each year on Memorial Day, O'ahu hosts a beautiful event called the Lantern Floating Festival, held at Ala Moana Beach Park. If you don't mind the crowds of people, this is a moving and emotional experience. People write messages on personal lanterns and float them out to sea (not to worry, a boat with nets will catch them all so that there is no litter.) TIP: walk or bike to the event, as parking is impossible. During daytime, this beach is a great place for families and children, as there is a reef protecting the beach, which means no big waves! #beaches #lifeatexpedia
Each year on Memorial Day, O'ahu hosts a beautiful event called the Lantern Floating Festival, held at Ala Moana Beach Park. If you don't mind the crowds of people, this is a moving and emotional experience. People write messages on personal lanterns and float them out to sea (not to worry, a boat with nets will catch them all so that there is no litter.) TIP: walk or bike to the event, as parking is impossible. During daytime, this beach is a great place for families and children, as there is a reef protecting the beach, which means no big waves! #beaches #lifeatexpedia
"I couldn't tell where heaven stopped and the earth began." - Forest Gump 🌴 #beachtips #lifeatexpedia
Kaka'ako
Ala Moana Beach Park featuring modern architecture, tropical scenes and skyline

Popular places to visit

IBM Building

Ward Village Shops

During your visit to Honolulu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ward Village Shops. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Ward Village Shops
Sunset last night looking toward the departure route at the airport. Good spot this time of year for sunset photos. #hawaii #honolulu#Oahu #sunset#goldenhour#outdoors#nature

Kaka'ako Waterfront Park

After visiting Kaka'ako Waterfront Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Honolulu. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

Kaka'ako Waterfront Park
Waikiki Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and swimming

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
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
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Ala Moana Center

You can enjoy some retail therapy 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
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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

Kaka'ako Hotel Deals

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩334,966 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
₩334,966
₩491,320 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,840 reviews)
The room was spacious and cleaned. Love the balcony view! The staff were amazing and friendly. The restaurants and the food were delicious! I recommend this resort hotel to anyone!

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
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 ₩325,581 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
₩325,581
₩480,179 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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! (8,821 reviews)
The view was spectacular!

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

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 ₩281,545 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
₩281,545
₩423,354 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,762 reviews)
Very clean room. Corner with a balcony which was nice.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 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 ₩706,028 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
₩706,028
₩926,702 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,924 reviews)
All was great! Would not hesitate to stay again.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Prince Waikiki

Prince Waikiki

4.5 out of 5
100 Holomoana St Honolulu HI
The price is ₩377,454 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
₩377,454
₩526,656 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,385 reviews)
Yes, we didnt use any incidentals. But for someone in a pinch, they were well stocked.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Prince Waikiki
The Twin Fin Hotel

The Twin Fin Hotel

4 out of 5
2570 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ₩219,800 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
₩219,800
₩356,914 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,084 reviews)
Overall it was a great stay and we will definitely be back. Great amenities and the convenience of the Tikis Bar & Grill was so sweet!! The only thing I wish was available is… to have the gym open 24 hours. Closing at 10pm is unnecessary when a hotel is open with staff 24 hours a day.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

The Twin Fin Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Kaka'ako

Downtown Honolulu which includes heritage architecture and a city

Downtown Honolulu

3.5/5(43 area reviews)

This area is a center for local government since 1845, this district boasts diverse architectural styles and historic landmarks, including ʻIolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, and St. Andrew's Cathedral.

Downtown Honolulu
Christmas Day afternoon at Magic Island, Honolulu.

Ala Moana

4/5(233 area reviews)

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.

Ala Moana
Waikiki featuring landscape views, a sunset and a city

Waikiki

4.5/5(10,927 area reviews)

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.

Waikiki
Bright red Chinese lantern hanging in Chinatown, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

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.

Chinatown
McCully - Moiliʻili

McCully - Moiliʻili

McCully - Moiliʻili might not have many top sights, but Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

McCully - Moiliʻili
The Bishop Museum is the Hawaii State Cultural Museum and has collections to please everyone, from history to science to architecture. The original two buildings were built from lava rock that was sourced on site and are beautiful on their own. #lifeatexpedia

Kalihi

If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Kalihi

Kaka'ako, HI