Title: Polynesia Travel Guide: Best of Polynesia, Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Polynesia](https://expedia.co.uk/Polynesia-Hotels.d553248635976194726.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Polynesia](https://expedia.co.uk/Polynesia-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635976194726.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Polynesia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Polynesia.d553248635976194726.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Polynesia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Polynesia.d553248635976194726.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Polynesia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Polynesia.d553248635976194726.Car-Hire-Guide)[Polynesia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Polynesia.d553248635976194726.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Polynesia Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Bora Bora Island, French Polynesia. Travel, lifestyle, freedom and luxury concept.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194726/3bb32601-63ca-4fdf-8618-39cee19ab9cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Luxury cruise ship vacation woman on deck banner panorama. Travel in Tahiti on sail boat, exotic destination. Tourism in oceania. Boat sailing away on tropical getaway, Shutterstock ID 1112331056, Pur](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194726/d4ca5b31-6446-4fa5-9232-f18feb65910e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_74180](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194726/2131cb9b-bc63-4232-bb91-543974d044a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Over water bungalows with steps into amazing blue lagoon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194726/5a16903a-11b3-493c-ade3-d238c3d5a618.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hulopo'e Beach Park, considered one of the finest beaches in the world, Lanai Island, Hawaii, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194726/e0f9d0a0-d6ab-4ae2-9323-5275a02b22d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Polynesia Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Polynesia ![Waikiki featuring landscape views, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048741/df551fbd-9329-42b5-92c3-ecd89d8229ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Waikiki.dx6048741) ![Maluaka Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069125/dc47fa65-8295-44cd-b847-1ef784473381.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wailea 5/5(1 area review) A noteworthy feature of Wailea is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Wailea Beach and Shops at Wailea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Wailea.dx7739) ![Poipu featuring a sandy beach, tropical scenes and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800043/624dfc1c-7e52-4bbc-980b-b99f4ef9b136.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Poipu 4/5(1 area review) Poipu is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Poipu Shopping Village and Kiahuna Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Koloa. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Koloa-Poipu.dx800043) ![Aloha state of mind #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11587/d292f91b-cc99-418f-a6b9-949305f8e918.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Kihei While visiting South Kihei, you might make a stop by sights like Kamaole Beach Park 2 and Kamaole Beach Park 3\. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kihei-South-Kihei.dx976228312733028352) ![Diamond Head which includes a city, landscape views and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501235/74ca466b-a440-47ad-ae8b-3203633600b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Ala Wai Golf Course are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Diamond-Head-Kapahulu-St-Louis.dx553248635976480907) ![Christmas Day afternoon at Magic Island, Honolulu.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1488/447c06c0-4b59-409d-94f0-79ce7d7cb100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ala Moana If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Ala-Moana.dx553248635976472393) - Top hotels in Polynesia - Top Holiday Rentals in Polynesia ![Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13857/6a97306c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort 2005 Kalia Rd Honolulu HI £244 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (8,826 reviews) Property was kept clean even with the storms that were going our first few days there. Staff kept the grounds clean of the tree debris and cleaned the pools out each morning. The rooms were clean, and they serviced the rooms daily(took out trash, made the beds, cleaned the bathroom, etc) Will stay ... Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=13857&PinnedHotelID=13857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976194726) ![Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5400/5306/f2d7cc51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa 2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI £273 25 Mar - 26 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. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,890 reviews) Well located. Friendly staff. Clean. Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026&selected=5306&PinnedHotelID=5306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976194726) !['Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21800/21781/e5cfb32f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach 2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI £309 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! (3,772 reviews) Laundry service was very expensive eg. $8 for a pair of socks, $11 for a t-shirt. The Mountain View was good although you could still see all other buildings, a car park. We had to move rooms twice due to poor air conditioning (no heating during a storm), damp smell, noisy construction work right ... Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=21781&PinnedHotelID=21781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976194726) [See all 37,002 properties in Polynesia](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=21%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976194726) 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. ![Aston Kaanapali Shores](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1284/928f9c33_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aston Kaanapali Shores 3445 Lower Honoapiilani Hwy Lahaina HI Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaanapali. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (4,033 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lahaina-Hotels-Aston-Kaanapali-Shores.h1284.Hotel-Information) ![OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2750000/2740200/2740153/cc604c30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa 130 Kai Malina Parkway Lahaina HI Stay at this luxury condo in Kaanapali. Enjoy free valet parking, 4 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,933 reviews) Overall, a nice place to stay. Room was nice. Pools were nice. Right on a good section of beach. Free valet services, but the valets were hard to find at the desk and a little slow. It also does seems a little odd that they’re still not cleaning rooms as if we are still worried about Covid. Not even ... Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lahaina-Hotels-Honua-Kai-Resort-Spa.h2740153.Hotel-Information) ![Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41820000/41815500/41815407/9c8f9534_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Kauai Resort Villas 2440 Hoonani Road Koloa HI Stay at this condo in Koloa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Poipu ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (748 reviews) Not sure if it was due to the humidity or not, but the floors felt a little sticky. Other than that, the room was clean and comfortable. The walls in the villas are a bit thin, our neighbor had a rave party at 7am and it sounded like they were in the room with us. A little disappointing that they ... Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Koloa-Hotels-Sheraton-Kauai-Resort-Villas.h41815407.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Polynesia](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635976194726&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Waikiki-Beach-Waikiki.d6001233.Attraction) ![Kaanapali Beach showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and a hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069111/54637a12-db0e-49db-ab10-dad7a8d853ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaanapali Beach 4.5/5(13 reviews) As one of the highest-ranking luxury beaches in the U.S., this stunning stretch of sand with crystal-clear water is lined with high-end hotels and shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaanapali-Beach-Hawaii.d6069111.Attraction) ![Pearl Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/144367/05efe0b6-3e08-4510-af9e-33eb64358f48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pearl Harbor Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pearl-Harbor-Western-Honolulu.d144367.Attraction) ![Honolulu_AlaMoanaCenter_6064923_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064923/7a42ad5a-f14d-471c-8072-4c486949ade5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ala Moana Center 4.5/5(25 reviews) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ala-Moana-Center-Ala-Moana.d6064923.Attraction) ![Honolulu_WaikikiBeachWalk_6167947_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167947/019d9a50-f478-49b4-8a81-61278b646eab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waikiki Beach Walk 4.5/5(4 reviews) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Waikiki Beach Walk, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waikiki-Beach-Walk-Waikiki.d6167947.Attraction) ![Honolulu_HonoluluHarbor_6181247_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6181247/0f6fabdd-9f34-4fb6-aeeb-ff772ad81733.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Honolulu Harbor 4.5/5(12 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Harbor-Kalihi.d6181247.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Colorfully illuminated pool at night with paddleboarders ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/488456/fba35396-f4fc-4b77-8a66-62fa0c6ae7b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lunar Legends Night Stand up Paddle/ Kayak Water Experience £77 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lunar-legends-night-stand-up-paddle-kayak-water-experience.a488456.activity-details) ![Amazing Oahu Adventure Bundle: 6 Epic Self-Guided Audio Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1216806/b6eab3d8-fc7e-4edb-a2c9-d4b84a090b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Amazing Oahu Adventure Bundle: 6 Self-Guided Audio Tours £26 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amazing-oahu-adventure-bundle-6-self-guided-audio-tours.a1216806.activity-details) ![Islands of Polynesia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44789030/2c096bcf-3242-4f7c-89cd-2dc8c4b0dfd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Islands of Polynesia at Polynesian Cultural Center £77 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/islands-of-polynesia-at-polynesian-cultural-center.a44789030.activity-details) ![Islands & HA Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5045220/030cf0f1-9eec-4b5d-92b9-6699433b6a6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polynesian Cultural Center Islands Admission & HA: Breath of Life Show £100 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/polynesian-cultural-center-islands-admission-ha-breath-of-life-show.a5045220.activity-details) ![Discover North Shore Helicopter Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48705266/cc43237d-30e2-4237-a448-a521ef567b05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Discover North Shore Helicopter Tour £229 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-north-shore-helicopter-tour.a48705266.activity-details) ![Oahu Air Adventure Helicopter Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48705367/a6050aad-31d4-46c1-95fb-359a512c6e0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oahu Air Adventure Helicopter Tour £340 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oahu-air-adventure-helicopter-tour.a48705367.activity-details) [See all activities in Polynesia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Polynesia.d553248635976194726.Travel-Guide-Activities) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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