Oahu Vacations
Your Oahu vacation
Dreaming of sun-drenched sand, mai tai in hand? With more than 130 tropical beaches, you'll discover all types -- from bronzed glamazons to shipwrecked buccaneers. When the tan-o-meter reads "done," buy kitschy souvenirs at the International Market Place, salute historic Pearl Harbor, hike Diamond Head or settle into Waikiki's cornucopia of eateries.
The ultimate Oahu vacation is only a few clicks away. Our insider guide will prime you with Oahu vacation trips, from the best time to go and top 10s, to insider tips from Orbitz travel experts.
Vacation Packages
Oahu Vacation Packages
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
4.2
/ 5
668 reviews
Waikiki beachfront wonderland Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa is Waikiki's only true resort destination, with 22 oceanfront acres offering the perfect mix of exceptional resort accommodations and classic Hawaiian hospitality. Sink into the widest stretch of white sand in Waikiki: a serene beachfront lagoon, lush tropical gardens with exotic wildlife and cascading waterfalls, majestic views of Diamond Head and stunning sunsets -- plus more than 18 restaurants and lounges, 90 shops and services, a spa and much more. Highlights Marvel at the beachfront Paradise Pool with Waikiki's longest waterslide or wade in a real oceanfront lagoonPoolside Polynesian revue and free beachfront fireworks show every Friday nightConnect kids with Camp Penguin, offering on-property activities and offsite adventures Location The resort spreads out along the western edge of Waikiki beach, where the sand is widest and the water shallow and safe for kids. Take the beachfront boardwalk to the U.S. Army Museum, a few minutes away, or walk another few minutes to the heart of Waikiki. In the other direction, Hawaii's largest shopping center, Ala Moana, is an easy 15-minute stroll. RoomsFive graceful towers ring the resort with a total of nearly 3,000 rooms and plenty of city, mountain and ocean views. Each tower is unique, but all feature bright, contemporary rooms with private balcony, Hilton Serenity Collection Bed and Bedding, high-speed internet access (fees apply), television enabled for various entertainment modes, and refrigerator. Select towers feature their own swimming pools and sundecks. DiningChoose from 18 dining and bar options. Tropics Bar & Grill is one of Waikiki's best new beachfront hangouts, with fresh Island dishes, live musicians and sinful sunset views. Lappert's offers Hawaii's best ice cream (must-try flavor: Kauai Pie). The Waikiki Starlight Luau is an all-evening adventure held under the stars. Recreation Paradise Pool, 10,000 square feet of slides and swimming Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon, a 5-acre saltwater lagoon Camp Penguin, a day camp for kids ages 5-12The offshore Atlantis Submarine, diving to 120 feet for views of reef lifeSpirit of Aloha Catamaran, offering a variety of sailing adventuresBeach and water equipment available, including surfboards, kayaks and bodyboards, plus lessons Transportation Honolulu International Airport (8.2 mi/13.2 km) Attractions Waikiki Beach (fronting hotel)U.S. Army Museum (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Waikiki Beach Walk (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Royal Hawaiian Center (0.7 mi/1.1 km)Ala Moana Center (0.8 mi/1.2 km)Hawaii Convention Center (1 mi/1.6 km)Honolulu Zoo (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Waikiki Aquarium (1.8 mi/2.9 km)Diamond Head Crater (3.7 mi/6 km)
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Pacific Beach Hotel
3.8
/ 5
337 reviews
A local favorite in the heart of Waikiki across from the beach Comfort meets convenience at Pacific Beach Hotel, one of Waikiki's favorite, locally-owned hotels. Find yourself in the heart of the action on famed Kalakaua Avenue and across the street from the best swimming and sunning stretch of Waikiki Beach. More than 800 rooms offer island-style relaxation and remarkable ocean views. The Pacific Beach Hotel is one of only a few Waikiki hotels with a tennis court and the three-story, 280,000-gallon indoor aquarium is a trademark attraction. Highlights SNUBA dive with more than 70 sea creatures in the hotel's 280,000-gallon aquarium Tennis courts with tennis pro on staffnewly renovated 24 -Hour Fitness location onsite Location The Pacific Beach Hotel sits across the street from Waikiki Beach's best stretch of sand and swimming and right on Waikiki's most happening shopping and dining strip. The Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium and 200-acre Kapiolani Park are about a 10- to 15-minute walk from the hotel. Dining Even locals line up at Oceanarium, the hotel's signature restaurant. Surrounding a 280,000-gallon saltwater aquarium, the restaurant attracts visitors as much for the views as the extravagant island-style brunch, dinner and weekend buffets. Rooms Choose a room in the 17-story Beach Tower or 38-story Oceanarium Tower. Each air-conditioned, island-themed room includes a private balcony, 37-inch HDTV, high-speed Internet access (fees apply), refrigerator, coffee maker, clock radio, hair dryer, voice message and data port telephone. Connecting, smoking and ADA-compliant rooms are available. Recreation Full-service salon and spa services at Laulea SpaTennis court24 Hour Fitness Super Sport Club onsite Swimming pool, Jacuzzi and sundeck Attractions Waikiki Beach (.2 mi/.4 km)Honolulu Zoo (.4 mi/.6 km)Royal Hawaiian Center (.5 mi/.8 km)Waikiki Aquarium (.6 mi/1 km)U.S. Army Museum (.7 mi/1.2 km)Hawaii Convention Center (1.4 mi/2.3 km)Diamond Head Crater (1.6 mi/2.6 km)Ala Moana Center (1.8 mi/2.9 km)
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Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel
3.9
/ 5
1138 reviews
Festive hotel captures spirit of Waikiki across from the beach No need to compromise, the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel combines upscale style and amenities, festive island atmosphere, plenty of family fun and a virtual beachfront setting. The tone is vibrant, friendly and delivers fresh surprises to match the mood. Aston Waikiki sits on the preferred end of Waikiki Beach and offers ocean vistas, making it the perfect setting for a tropical celebration. Highlights Complimentary Breakfast-on-the-Beach, a pack-and-go breakfast for sand-side diningTiki's Grill & Bar serves island dishes, popular with visitors and localsEnjoy panoramic ocean vistas and Waikiki Beach's best stretch of sand and swimming Location Across the street from the best stretch of sand and swimming on Waikiki Beach, the hotel sits on Honolulu's most happening shopping and dining strip. The Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium and 200-acre Kapiolani Park are about a 10- to 15-minute walk from the hotel. Rooms Lively Hawaiiana décor throughout the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel creates a beach-extension atmosphere with peppy neon surfboards, tiki torches, bamboo and tapa prints. The hotel's 644 rooms find a perfect balance of upscale and island-style festive. Find dark Indonesian teak furniture, eye-popping bedding, bamboo-bead closet curtain, plus flat-screen TV and high-speed Internet (fees apply). Some rooms can be connected and most have partial or full views of Waikiki Beach with a private balcony. Dining Tiki's Grill & Bar, one of Honolulu's most-loved eateries, sits on the hotel property. This hip hangout is filled with Pacific Island tiki bar treasures, boasts an open-air view of Waikiki Beach and attracts visitors and locals of all ages. Enjoy live entertainment and a menu that elevates the island dining experience while keeping the tab mid-priced. For fresh daily eats in the hotel, visit Wolfgang Puck Express, founded by "chef to the stars" Wolfgang Puck. Attractions Honolulu Zoo (.25 mi/ .4 km)Waikiki Beach (.5 mi/.5 km)Waikiki Aquarium (.5 mi/ .7 km) Royal Hawaiian Center (.6 mi/1 km)U.S. Army Museum (.9 mi/ 1.4 km)Diamond Head Crater (1.3 mi/ 2 km)Hawaii Convention Center (1.6 mi/ 2.5 km)Ala Moana Center (1.9 mi/ 3.1 km) Policies and feesAmenity fee of $18 (plus tax) will be charged for all new bookings for arriving from January 3, 2013. The fee allows guests to enjoy the following resort amenities: Featuring the Playstation 3/DVD movies and Playstation gamesUnlimited access to DVD movies and Playstation gamesBreakfast on the BeachIn-room high-speed Internet accessWi-Fi accessIn-room safe usageDaily newspaperLocal and toll free calls
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Ambassador Hotel Waikiki
3.4
/ 5
275 reviews
With 301 rooms, most of them equipped with full kitchens, the Ambassador Hotel lets you explore Hawaii on your terms - and on your budget. We offer a variety of rooms ranging from affordable studios to high-end penthouse suites. You can enjoy the best of Hawaii at a price that's just right for you. We know that once you arrive at our hotel, you'll soon discover that we truly are the ambassadors of aloha. A short walk from Waikiki Beach and minutes from shopping and downtown Honolulu. Rates quoted based on single r double occupanicies. Guest named on reservation must present a valid matching ID and credit card at check in. Guests under 21 years of age, must be accompanied by a paying adult in the same room.
Government issued photo I.D. and credit card deposit required upon check-in for incidental charges.
Deposit $100.00
Pre-pay Credit Cards are not accepted
All special request are subject to availability upon check-in.
Parking Fee - $20.00 per night. Limited self-parking available,on a first come,first serve basis.
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Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort and Spa
4.3
/ 5
241 reviews
Old-world elegance on Waikiki's hottest strip Graciously residing on prime oceanfront, the Moana Surfrider is a vision of luxury and relaxation. Opened in 1901 and listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the "First Lady of Waikiki" boasts a long registry of the rich and famous, including Frank Sinatra, Amelia Earhart, Prince Edward of England and Joe DiMaggio. Afternoon tea on the seaside veranda is a celebrated tradition. Trademark Westin amenities, fine dining and one of Waikiki's best spas create the total package. Highlights Westin's Heavenly Bed, Heavenly Bath and fine linensSpend the day relaxing in the hotel's picturesque and historic banyan tree courtyardMoana Lani Spa, ranked as one of the Top 50 Spas by Spas of America Location The hotel touches the sand, with some of Waikiki's best swimming and surfing directly offshore. It's midpoint along Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki's main dining and shopping strip, and the designer-boutique Royal Hawaiian Center and lively souvenir bazaar International Market Place are within a block's walk. Rooms The hotel features three distinct wings with a total of nearly 800 guest rooms. All rooms blend classic design with contemporary decor enhanced by luxurious Island-style details, signature Westin amenities, bathrobe and flat-screen TV. The Westin Heavenly Bed is a major draw, with custom pillowtop mattress and snuggly feather pillow. In-room Wi-Fi is available (fees apply). Dining Several excellent dining selections are on the property. The Veranda, overlooking the banyan courtyard, offers a buffet breakfast, while afternoon tea is a tradition dating back to the earliest days of the hotel. From midmorning until midnight, sashimi, wagyu beef burgers and mai tais are on order at the Beach Bar, beneath the historic banyan tree. Honolulu Coffee Co. is the place for Kona coffee and a gelato. Beachhouse at the Moana, an oceanfront fine-dining oasis, serves up fresh Island cuisine and sunset views. RecreationFreshwater hotel pool on the beachfrontThe new Moana Lani Spa, with 18,000 square feet of treatment and fitness activitiesFree guided historic tour of the propertySurf lessons in front of the hotel and water sports equipment rentals onsite Transportation Honolulu International Airport (10.8 mi/17.4 km) Attractions Waikiki Beach (fronting hotel)Royal Hawaiian Center (0.1 mi/0.1 km)Honolulu Zoo (0.6 mi/0.9 km)Waikiki Aquarium (0.8 mi/1.2 km)Hawaii Convention Center (1.1 mi/1.7 km)Ala Moana Center (1.6 mi/2.5 km)Diamond Head Crater (2.7 mi/4.3 km)
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Stay Hotel Waikiki
2.9
/ 5
45 reviews
Stay Waikiki - Only Boutique Hotel in Waikiki on a Budget
Stay Waikiki is a uniquely affordable boutique hotel in the heart of Waikiki. Created with the savvy modern traveler in mind. Located just one short block from the sands of Waikiki Beach and steps away from world class dining and shopping on Kalakaua Avenue, Stay Waikiki offers the ideal launch pad for the perfect vacation.
Stay Waikiki offers contemporary guest rooms that are brightly decorated with vibrant colors and chic decors that are just as exciting as the destination Waikiki. All guest rooms are non-smoking and offer free WiFi internet access. Choose from spacious deluxe Queen rooms with sofa beds or share a cozy bunk bedroom.
Complimentary Continental Breakfast + Free WiFi
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Trump International Hotel Waikiki Beach Walk
4.8
/ 5
54 reviews
Trump International Hotel Waikiki Beach Walk will be one of the first ultra-luxury properties in Hawaii, located just steps away from Waikiki's famous white sand beaches and the new Waikiki Beach Walk offering vibrant entertainment, exclusive boutiques and world-class restaurants. This landmark hotel will feature spectacular views from every room, exciting nightlife and the gracious Hawaiian hospitality that will soon become a hallmark. The hotel will offer all of the exceptional amenities and personalized services of the Trump Hotel Collection to help guests create timeless memories during their island getaway. Waikiki's newest landmark - an ultra-luxury world-class resort, just steps from Waikiki's famous white sand beaches. This resort offers the most sought-after location in Waikiki, with the vibrant entertainment, exclusive boutiques and restaurants of Waikiki Beach Walk. Every vantage point offers its own magnificent view, from the emerald waters of the Pacific Ocean beyond DeRussy Park to Diamond Head, to the Honolulu skyline and mountains.
Valet parking fee: USD 33 per night.
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Waikiki Parc Hotel
4.1
/ 5
124 reviews
Hip, Hawaiian-style hotel with trendy restaurant steps from the beach Step into an urban oasis at Waikiki Parc Hotel. This boutique hotel merges Hawaiian style, grace and hip sensibility. Dine at Nobu, one of Hawaii's hottest restaurants, located in the pop-art lobby. A rooftop swimming pool affords sweeping ocean views and ultimate privacy. The chic business lounge makes business feel like pleasure. Classically-decorated rooms offer serenity and style. Sophisticated style, functionality and location make this hotel ideal for business and leisure travelers. Highlights Drink and dine at Nobu, one of Hawaii's hottest restaurants with a world-class reputationPartnership with the five-star Halekulani across the street affords special privileges Location Waikiki Parc Hotel is a boutique sanctuary located on a quiet side street off Kalakaua Avenue's shopping and dining district, steps from the beach. Walk a block to the new Waikiki Beach Walk shopping complex, upscale shopping at Royal Hawaiian Center and the free U.S. Army Museum. RoomsA 22-story tower affords grand views for rooms on higher floors. All 323 rooms are modern and elegant with an airy residential appeal. Ceramic floors complement plush carpeting and European-style bedding. Enjoy complimentary WIFI access, two phones, flat panel television, AM/FM alarm clock with CD player and MP3 station and exclusive maile/lavender amenities. Dining Created by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, a world leader in innovative Japanese cuisine, Nobu features global flavors and a full-service, low-lit sushi bar attracting an elite Honolulu crowd. The restaurant's chic and sleek bar offers a full menu as well. Parc Waikiki guests enjoy exclusive access to the new breakfast buffet at PARC a.m. Dine across the street at partner five-star Halekulani and have the privilege signing the bill to your room. Recreation Oceanview rooftop swimming pool and sundeckPoolside fitness centerAccess to SpaHalekulani Transportation Honolulu International Airport (8.8 mi/14/2 km) Attractions Waikiki Beach Walk (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Waikiki Beach (0.2 mi/0.3 km)U.S. Army Museum (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Royal Hawaiian Center (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Hawaii Convention Center (0.9 mi/1.4 km)Ala Moana Center (1.2 mi/2 km)Honolulu Zoo (1.5 mi/2.4 km)Waikiki Aquarium (1.7 mi/2.7 km) Policies and feesWaikiki Parc Hotel Cityscape Mixer: Enjoy complimentary light appetizers and Parc Chic designer wines with Waikiki Parc Hotel’s General Manager and Hotel Staff. Every Friday 5:30-6:30 p.m. Chic resort attire requested.
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Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
4.1
/ 5
603 reviews
Upscale getaway across from Waikiki Beach The twin towers of the Waikiki Beach Marriott offer upscale comfort spanning 5.2 acres across from the beach with easygoing aloha. Luxuriate in the hotel's heated swimming pools, exceptional restaurants and Island-style spa. Private balconies have sweeping views that make any stay magical. More than 50,000 square feet of event space offers an ideal opportunity for a grand wedding or corporate banquet. Highlights Two of Honolulu's hottest restaurants located on hotel propertyTake a hula lesson or Hawaiian quilting classFull-service business center with fax, copy and printing services Location Step onto Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu's premier shopping and dining street and the center of Waikiki's activity, night and day. The hotel is located across the street from Waikiki Beach and faces a stretch of open landscape. Enjoy sweeping coastal views and one of Waikiki's best sections of beach. The Honolulu Zoo is only 5 minutes away by foot, as well as the district's best shopping destinations. RoomsIn both towers, 1,310 rooms feature plush furnishings and lush amenities complemented by dramatic ocean, city or mountain views. Modern luxuries may include Marriott's Revive bedding collection, custom bath amenities, Wi-Fi (fees apply), 37-inch flat-screen HDTV, advanced in-room entertainment system and more. DiningTwo of the hotel's restaurants are must-dos: d.k. Steak House and Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar. Founded by a leading Hawaiian chef, both restaurants have earned awards and remain local favorites. Wines hit high notes, with one of the world's few master sommeliers at the helm. Take advantage of late-night dining Friday and Saturday until 1 a.m. at Sansei. Arancino di Mare offers sidewalk dining and fresh Italian fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. RecreationTwo heated, freshwater pools with open decks Unwind at Spa Olakino Salon with a full menu featuring body scrubs, waxing and massageOn-site fitness centerHost an event in 50,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor meeting space Transportation Honolulu International Airport (10.6 mi/17.1 km) Attractions Waikiki Beach (across the street)Honolulu Zoo (0.3 mi/0.4 km)Royal Hawaiian Center (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Waikiki Aquarium (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Hawaii Convention Center (1.4 mi/2.2 km)Ala Moana Center (1.8 mi/2.8 km)Diamond Head Crater (2.3 mi/3.7 km) Policies and feesCribs are complimentary. Rollaway beds are complimentary for extra adults in a triple or quad room. For all other room types, rollaway bed fees apply.Parking rates: self parking - $32 per day, valet parking - $37 per day
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Aqua Queen Kapiolani Hotel
3.3
/ 5
313 reviews
Updated island-style hotel next to the beach and zooQueen Kapiolani is a value-priced hotel under new ownership. Enjoy killer views from east-facing rooms and a location ideal for exploration. Find the Honolulu Zoo across the street and the best stretch of sand on Waikiki Beach. The hotel features the atmospheric paintings of Hawaiian royalty that have graced the lobby and celebrated the hotel's namesake since the early days. Free Wi-Fi internet access in all guest rooms and the lobby are on offer. Highlights Views of zoo animals from private balconiesExperience eastern Waikiki's natural beauty, including bird watching in Kapiolani ParkWaikiki's best stretch of beach is less than a 2-minute stroll from the hotel Location The hotel boasts one of the best locations in Waikiki, across from the Honolulu Zoo and half a block from the beach, shopping and dining along Kalakaua Avenue. The Waikiki Aquarium is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Find festivals and exciting weekend events at Kapiolani Park, located one block from the hotel. RoomsChoose from 19 floors of standard or deluxe rooms that offer free Wi-Fi access. Book an east-facing room on a higher floor for Diamond Head, park and ocean views. Most rooms have balconies and all rooms feature air conditioning, free daily newspaper, safe and refrigerator. DiningThe modest-priced Kulana Terrace restaurant at Queen Kapiolani Hotel serves continental and buffet breakfast. The hotel also provides happy hour, daily pupus and barbecue dinner buffet. Located next to the hotel, Teddy's Bigger Burgers is one of Honolulu's favorite burger-and-shake hangouts. The 50s-style diner serves custom-order creative burgers and a variety of shakes and malts. Attractions Honolulu Zoo (.04 mi/.1 km)Waikiki Aquarium (.4 mi/.7 km)Waikiki Beach (.5 mi/.7 km)Royal Hawaiian Center (.7 mi/1.1 km)Kapiolani Beach Park (.7 mi/1.2 km)U.S. Army Museum (.9 mi/1.5 km)Diamond Head Crater (1.4 mi/2.3 km)Hawaii Convention Center (1.6 mi/2.6 km)Ala Moana Center (2 mi/3.2 km)
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Flights
Flights to Oahu
| Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
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| San Diego | Honolulu | Mon, Aug 26 - Sun, Sep 1 | $400 |
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Best time to take a vacation to Oahu
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While mainlanders shovel snow or bake in oven-hot summers, Oahu enjoys a year-round balmy climate with natural air-conditioning from trade winds. Waikiki soaks up the sun most days, while valleys and the lush Windward Coast dazzle with tropical showers and rainbows.
Oahu travel is at its best when crowds and prices cool: September through November. Or, time your trip for an event like the century-old King Kamehameha Day Parade in June, or Aloha Festivals in September. In November and December, the North Shore heats up with the Triple Crown of Surfing. December also rocks the Honolulu Marathon, one of the world's largest.
Insider tips for Oahu travel
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Antique Alley
Why not bring home a hula-dancer lamp, a netted glass fishing float or vintage kimono? Shop real Hawaii here in living color.
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Le Bistro
Dine at one of Oahu's best restaurants, hidden in a shopping center on the way to Hanauma Bay. French cuisine pairs with a casual-yet-elegant atmosphere for a perfect evening out.
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Mariner's Ridge Trail
Off the beaten tourist trail, enjoy a relaxed hike with sweeping Windward-Coast views at the top of the peak.
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La Mariana
Drop by Oahu's authentic tiki bar from yesteryear, peppered with sea captains from the neighboring harbor.
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Malaekahana Beach
Play the castaway on a secluded, forest-lined Windward Coast beach with an exotic offshore islet, all within easy reach of a hot shower and steak dinner.
Oahu highlights
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Waikiki Beach
Bask in golden-era glamour at one of the world's most celebrated beaches, with Diamond Head as a perfect backdrop. Rent a surfboard right on the sand.
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Pearl Harbor
Get lost on a giant battleship; defend Pacific skies in a combat flight simulator and more at four historic sites rolled into one powerful WWII experience.
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Le Bistro
Dine at one of Oahu's best restaurants, hidden in a shopping center on the way to Hanauma Bay. French cuisine pairs with a casual-yet-elegant atmosphere for a perfect evening out.
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Mariner's Ridge Trail
Off the beaten tourist trail, enjoy a relaxed hike with sweeping Windward-Coast views at the top of the peak.
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North Shore / Haleiwa
North Shore beaches rage in winter and host the biggest stars of surfing. Check out the scene in any season, topping it off with a shave ice treat and shopping in Haleiwa.
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La Mariana
Drop by Oahu's authentic tiki bar from yesteryear, peppered with sea captains from the neighboring harbor.
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Hanauma Bay
Snorkel with the fish at this partly submerged volcanic crater, a nature preserve and the centerpiece setting in Elvis Presley's film Blue Hawaii.
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Malaekahana Beach
Play the castaway on a secluded, forest-lined Windward Coast beach with an exotic offshore islet, all within easy reach of a hot shower and steak dinner.
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Bishop Museum
Come for the dog-tooth-edged weapons and royal feather capes, and stay for the spewing replica volcano at Hawaii's most prominent museum.
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Diamond Head Summit Trail
Wind up the interior of an extinct volcanic crater to stellar views on this urban military trail. Funky en-route features include a tunnel, pillbox and spiral staircase.
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Manoa Falls Trail
Express your inner Tarzan (or Jane) on this family-friendly, vine-drenched jungle hike to the delicate Manoa Falls, just a few miles outside of Waikiki.
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Iolani Palace
Explore the same royal Hawaiian palace that featured electric lights and phones before the White House and Buckingham Palace, with a history equally rich in intrigue.
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Chinatown
Visit the grittier side of Old Honolulu with antiquated storefronts, flower lei stands and war-era bars, plus trendy new art galleries, shops and cafés.
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Byodo-In Temple
Inner peace begins by ringing the bell at this hidden Buddhist sanctuary, modeled after an ancient Kyoto temple. Feed the koi and visit the giant Lotus Buddha.
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Head to Hawaii for windsurfing, Honolulu Marathon & more
Taking a Hawaii vacation to Oahu and during the months of November and December promises excitement across the Aloha State for active enthusiasts, especially when it comes to the much-anticipated Honolulu Marathon.Summer lives on with Honolulu fall festivals, concerts
For most of the United States, summer sun and heat has given way to crisp fall temperatures. But that carefree summer spirit lives on in Honolulu vacations, where you can extend your summer well into fall with an array of festivals, concerts, and other activities at some of my favorite Honolulu hotels.
* Prices reflect the lowest "base rate" found over the next 30 days. Rates are subject to change and may not include taxes and fees, hotel service charges, extra person charges, or incidentals, such as room service. All rates are displayed in USD unless otherwise noted. Converted rates are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.
