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
Clean and big rooms.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
The property is well located, and the staff is generally willing to help as much as they can. About a week before my stay, I received a message from the hotel informing me that they would be working on the balconies. Unfortunately, the noise made it difficult to rest, and with workers both outside ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
We absolutely enjoyed our stay !!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Great time
Reviewed on 29 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
Unfortunately we had a very unpleasant week. The first couple of days cigarette smoke was coming into our room and eventually got moved to another slightly better room. we then had awfully loud neighbours who seemed to never leave their room but the musi. was so loud it would wake us up at all hours ...
Reviewed on 29 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.