Manoa Travel Guide
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Hawaii at Manoa during your visit to Honolulu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead
Take a hike through the lush Hawaiian rainforest to discover a wealth of flora and Oahu’s most impressive waterfall.
Lyon Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Lyon Arboretum during your stay in Honolulu. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Queen Emma Summer Palace
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Queen Emma Summer Palace during your travels in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.
Makiki Forest Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Makiki Forest Recreation Area and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Honolulu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside
You can take time to visit Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside during your travels to Honolulu. Discover the area's waterfalls and monuments.
Things to do
Early Bird Whale Watch Cruise (Whales Guaranteed)
Pearl Harbor, Arizona & City Tour with Optional Battleship Missouri Upgrade
Waikiki Deluxe Catamaran Whale Watching Cruise (Whales Guaranteed)
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
New Tour: Best of Pearl Harbor - The Complete Experience
Top hotels in Manoa
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
The room was fantastic! It was clean and modern with a great view of the ocean and lagoon. Every staff member was super polite and friendly. Only issue I had was with the Friday Starlight Luau. The host started the night while there were quite a lot of people in the golden circle line, we couldn’t ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Staff friendly and courteous. Beach across the street!!!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Every one was pleaseant and helpful. The location was great. Most Every thing we did was within walking distance.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Room was immaculate, service was exceptional, resort was very well maintained, great access to Waikīkī beach, large pool area that the kids enjoyed daily.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Very friendly staff, prime location and the open air mall on the bottom floors was amazing.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Prince Waikiki
Awesome 😎
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manoa
Tantalus
While visiting Tantalus, you might make a stop by sights like Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area.
Makiki
If you're spending some time in Makiki, Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area are top sights worth seeing.
McCully - Moiliʻili
Though McCully - Moiliʻili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk.
Palolo
While Palolo isn't home to many top sights, Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead and Waikiki Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Ala Wai Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Kaimuki
If you're spending some time in Kaimuki, Diamond Head State Monument and Kapi'olani Community College Farmers' Market are top sights worth seeing.
