Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Waikiki Beach
Come sample the waves and catch some rays on the white sands of the beach most synonymous with surfing and the Aloha spirit.
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.
Ala Moana Center
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.
Waikiki Beach Walk
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.
Honolulu Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Royal Hawaiian Center
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Activities
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Tribute to Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
This place truly has everything! It’s perfect for families with kids—friendly staff, excellent facilities, lots of activities, and clean, comfortable rooms. The dining credit per stay is a great bonus, and there are plenty of shops nearby. You don’t even need to leave the property to enjoy the peaceful ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Centrally located.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Loved the shops on the ground floor & the proximity was perfect to the main beach/boardwalk! The staff is friendly & attentive! The room was clean, spacious & we were in awe with the bidet & seat warmer in the bathroom. The only thing I would request would to change or add plugs/UBC imports closer ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Prince Waikiki
The front desk service is excellent.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
We booked the hotel coming off a cruise, needing to wait for 12 hours before our outbound flight and not wanting to wander around the city. Cost of room for the day was half what excursions were running, plus we could rest in A/C with TV and shower, etc. Although check in wasn't until 3 pm, the staff ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Twin Fin Hotel
this hotel is right across the road from the beach, one block from the zoo and has a stop for the pink trolley line right at your doorstep. there are either beach front or diamond head views from each room and a walk in pool on site. you also have free access to beach equipment which can be collected ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Kaka'ako
While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Ward Village Shops and Neal S. Blaisdell Center.
Pacific Heights
While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mausoleum State Monument and Kapena Falls Trailhead.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Tantalus
While visiting Tantalus, you might make a stop by sights like Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area.
