Western Honolulu Travel Guide
Honolulu
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Popular places to visit
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.
USS Arizona Memorial
Learn about one of the most tragic days in America’s history, and pay your respects to the sailors who lost their lives, at this Pearl Harbor memorial.
USS Missouri Memorial
Explore this huge vessel and learn about the Battle of Pearl Harbor on the spot where World War II ended.
Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor
Visit the site of the Pearl Harbor attacks and see bullet holes from the raids, Japanese planes that were shot down and a host of American aviation history.
USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park
Visit historic Pearl Harbor and step aboard an old war ship to see how the brave soldiers lived and served beneath the sea to avenge the Japanese attacks.
Kamehameha Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kamehameha Beach during your trip to Hickam Field? Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Turtle Canyon Snorkel from Waikiki: Turtles Guaranteed
Full-Day Oahu Sightseeing and Local Food Tour
Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village
Top hotels in Western Honolulu
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
We were pleasantly surprised! This hotel is really close to the airport and very well priced. Our room was immaculate and seemed recently renovated. There is a shuttle offered but we chose to park our rental and return it in the morning. The parking is not free but it’s expensive everywhere so we ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Clean room, two free drinks vouchers.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
Liked the overall feel of the pkace. Very friendly and peaceful.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Excellent staff and great location
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
The first room we had was very noisy. We asked to move and we were able to move the next day. Room was very clean
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
The room was clean and neat upon arrival. The view was incredible. Easy access to shops, eateries and beach. The property was clean. It would be convenient to have a gym closer to the Rainbow tower. The closest fitness facility is on the opposite side of the property.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Western Honolulu
Moanalua
Though Moanalua may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum.
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Liliha - Kapalama
While visiting Liliha - Kapalama, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Historic Trail and Kamehameha Shopping Center.
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.
Pacific Heights
While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Queen Emma Summer Palace and Royal Mausoleum State Monument.
Kaka'ako
While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Ward Village Shops and Neal S. Blaisdell Center.
