Kaka'ako Travel Guide
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Early Bird Whale Watch Cruise (Whales Guaranteed)
Pearl Harbor, Arizona & City Tour with Optional Battleship Missouri Upgrade
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watching Cruise (Whales Guaranteed)
Top hotels in Kaka'ako
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Yes the ocean was a beautiful site to see
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Yes if I stepped out on the balcony and looked to my left.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Fantastic room with ocean view and scenic Waikiki beach.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
You can see the ocean from our room
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Prince Waikiki
Great location; nicely appointed rooms; easy check in process; nice pool area; quiet air conditioning; lots of shops and restaurants to walk to; every room is either ocean front or ocean view. I would definitely recommend this hotel and would stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 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.
Chinatown
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Chinatown. You might want to make time for a stop at Honolulu Harbor or TAG - The Actors' Group.
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.
