South O'ahu, HI

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South O'ahu
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USS Arizona Memorial which includes a memorial
USS Arizona Memorial which includes a memorial, military items and a monument
Waikiki Beach which includes a sandy beach, swimming and city views

Where to stay in South O'ahu

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
Ala Moana Beach Park showing surfing, tropical scenes and swimming

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
Diamond Head which includes a city, landscape views and a sunset

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

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

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
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Kahala

4.5/5(139 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Kahala. A stop by Kahala Beach or Kahala Mall might round out your trip.

Kahala
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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
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve featuring landscape views and general coastal views

Hawaii Kai

While visiting Hawaii Kai, you might make a stop by sights like Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and Hanauma Bay.

Hawaii Kai
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
$541 nightly
The price is $642 total per night from Feb 3 to Feb 4
$642 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and 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! (2,843 reviews)
Beautiful view, location is in the center of everything

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
$270 nightly
The price is $320 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$320 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Total with taxes and 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! (3,722 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2460 Koa Avenue Honolulu HI
$229 nightly
The price is $272 total per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
$272 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,848 reviews)
Breakfast was fresh everyday. Room was clean. Staff very friendly.

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Waikiki Resort Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Skyline Island Colony Hotel

Skyline Island Colony Hotel

3 out of 5
445 Seaside Avenue Honolulu HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,141 reviews)
I would definitely look forward to booking my next trip with this hotel

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Skyline Island Colony Hotel
Aston Waikiki Sunset

Aston Waikiki Sunset

4 out of 5
229 Paoakalani Ave Honolulu HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,090 reviews)
room was clean but kinda dated, they didnt hage people clean rooms but 1 time during our 11 day trip

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Aston Waikiki Sunset
Royal Kuhio

Royal Kuhio

3.5 out of 5
2240 Kuhio Ave Honolulu HI
Book a stay at this family-friendly condo in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
Close to downtown or what you might call the strip area near the beach. Rooms were clean and well kept. A couple of small issues (toaster did not work, patio door needs adjustment) Parking was good but access was from only one direction. Overall a good stay and would try to book again in the ...

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Royal Kuhio
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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