Oahu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tantalus showing landscape views, a sunset and a city
Tantalus showing landscape views, a sunset and a city
Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalus featuring a sunset, wildflowers and a city
Oahu Island which includes tropical scenes and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead showing forest scenes, rainforest and landscape views

Visit the tropical paradise of Oahu, the most populated island of Hawaii, with its unrivalled surf, beautiful beaches and incredible family attractions like the Disney Hawaii Resort.

On the Hawaiian island of Oahu, HonoluluOpens in a new window is the city where it all happens. Here you will find the most beautiful sandy beaches and top luxury boutiques just a stone's throw from each other. Just west of Honolulu you'll find monuments to commemorate the people who died in the bombing of Pearl HarbourOpens in a new window during World War II, a massive moment in American history that brought about their entry into World War II. Continue to

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Where to stay in Oahu

Waikiki featuring landscape views, a sunset and a city

Waikiki

4.5/5(105 area reviews)

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.

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

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
Christmas Day afternoon at Magic Island, Honolulu.

Ala Moana

If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.

Ala Moana
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Western Honolulu

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Aloha Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.

Western Honolulu
McCully - Moiliʻili

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.

McCully - Moiliʻili
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Kahala

4.5/5(2 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
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is £253 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
£253
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,901 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is £297 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
£297
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,760 reviews)
We enjoyed our one-night stay on property! The staff was awesome - front desk, valet, housekeeping, Swell bar & pool staff & DJ! The room was clean for the most part, with the exception of the two molded dresser drawers that were closest to the fridge. If we were staying multiple nights, I would ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is £269 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
£269
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,866 reviews)
I booked my reservation about 8 months in advance. I booked a king bed but I showed up with my wife and was told they didn’t have a king room available. So they gave us a two queen room. Not impressed. Also, Noisy construction right next to building started every morning about 5am. There are only ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
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.
Regency on Beachwalk Waikiki by OUTRIGGER

Regency on Beachwalk Waikiki by OUTRIGGER

3.5 out of 5
255 Beachwalk Honolulu HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (441 reviews)
Room was clean, great central location and staff was excellent.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Regency on Beachwalk Waikiki by OUTRIGGER
Bishop Suites At The Executive Centre

Bishop Suites At The Executive Centre

4 out of 5
1088 Bishop St Honolulu HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Honolulu Harbor and Ala Moana Center are ...
7.6/10 Good! (90 reviews)
No ocean view, old room with smell , no water !!!! And staff never reacted as they left at 5 pm

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Bishop Suites At The Executive Centre
Aston Waikiki Sunset

Aston Waikiki Sunset

4 out of 5
229 Paoakalani Ave Honolulu HI
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Honolulu. Enjoy a fitness centre, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,153 reviews)
Ocean visibility from diamond head room. Pretty decent value for the price

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Aston Waikiki Sunset
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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