Get outdoors and explore the natural spaces at Sand Island State Recreation Area. Strap on your boots, bring a map and hit the walking trails.

If you're spending a while in Western Honolulu, Sand Island State Recreation Area is a fine place to kick off your exploring. This protected natural landscape is one of many attractions worth seeing here. Diamond Head, University of Hawaii at Manoa, and USS Arizona Memorial are also waiting to be discovered nearby.

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Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki

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$659

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Nov 6 - Nov 12

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8.6/10 Excellent! (2,135 reviews)

Is was a very nice stay

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Ala Moana Hotelcondo by Luana Vacation Rental

Ala Moana

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The Waikīkī tower at the Ala Moana Hotel is undergoing renovation. This Luana Vacation rental has recently been refreshed. Bright colors and updated furniture really have improved this property. Good value for the money

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Ilikai by Luana Hawaii Vacation Rentals

Waikiki

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Nov 7 - Nov 12

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8.8/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)

I had the best 40th birthday a girl could ask for!!

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Polynesian Cultural Center Gateway Buffet Package

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Sunset Dinner Cruise with Polynesian Show

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Waimea Waterfall Hike & Swim w/Dole Plantation (Breakfast/Lunch included)

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Explore Oahu in a Polaris Slingshot

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Try Scuba Diving for Beginners Free Videos of your adventure included

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