Kaka'ako Travel Guide
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
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 galleries.
Ward Village Shops
During your visit to Honolulu, you can do some window-shopping at Ward Village Shops. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
Neal S. Blaisdell Center
You can get tickets for a performance at Neal S. Blaisdell Center on your trip to Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
Hawaii Children's Discovery Center
You can take time to visit Hawaii Children's Discovery Center during your travels to Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.
Kaka‘ako Farmers’ Market
During your trip to Honolulu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kaka‘ako Farmers’ Market. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Hawaii Opera Theater
You can enjoy a show at Hawaii Opera Theater on your trip to Honolulu. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Waikiki Luau Buffet with Optional Rock-A-Hula Show
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed
New Tour: Best of Pearl Harbor - The Complete Experience
Tribute to Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour
Top hotels in Kaka'ako
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
This is an excellent hotel and place for a family to stay.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Great room, accommodating staff, a very nice pool area and bar.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Staff were very helpful. Had a very musty room we checked into first and they gave us a new room immediately. Great proximity to things, pool and spa were nice. Very helpful staff
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Very nice location, clean rooms, nice amenities and friendly staff. However, the drinks at bar are very expensive, and the all you can eat buffet is not worth $89 (should be $45 max) compared to other buffets i've experienced.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Great pool area and excellent housekeeping staff. Amenities lacking for a resort this size.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
Room was okay, kinda small and a bit outdated. We only went to the room to sleep and the bed was pretty comfortable so can't really complain. Main elevators were broken so we had to use the service elevators, but the staff were super friendly and the location is awesome.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kaka'ako
Downtown Honolulu
Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Koreatown
Koreatown might not have many top sights, but Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach and Waikiki Beach Walk are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.
McCully - Moiliʻili
Though McCully - Moiliʻili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waikiki Beach Walk and Royal Hawaiian Center.
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
