Chinatown Travel Guide
Honolulu
Visit Chinatown
Popular places to visit
Waikiki Beach
Pack your shorts or bikini and surf, swim, or just sit back under a palm tree and enjoy the Aloha spirit at Hawaii’s most famous beach.
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.
Diamond Head
Make the short climb to the rim of this extinct volcanic crater for spectacular views of Honolulu, the Pacific Ocean and the rugged ranges of Oahu’s interior.
Honolulu Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Things to do
Pearl Harbor, Arizona & City Tour with Optional Battleship Missouri Upgrade
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Sunset Cruise – Dinner Includes Polynesian Show / Cocktail Cruise (No Show)
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Catamaran Sail (Turtles Guaranteed)
Top hotels in Chinatown
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
"On arrival te phone system was out. not ability to communicate withing the resort to different function. Otherwise - Great"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
"Close to the beach, shops and shuttle pickups for tours. I liked the refillable bottles and stations as I also brought my own refillable water bottles, however I wished they had more on other floors (as going down to the first floor can get very busy at times) as well as ice machines on every floor ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
"The hotel was right in the middle of Waikiki which was fantastic! The view of the beach and Diamond Head couldn't have been better. Room was cleaned daily. Hotel a bit on the older side but didn't detract from vacation. Front desk staff could be a bit curt in response to questions, but otherwise ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
"Bad service, the only thing I like is the infinity pool."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Prince Waikiki
"Everything was awesome and clean"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Twin Fin Hotel
"We had a great stay here. Large room, very close to beach. Ability to check out beach chairs and boogie boards was great. Pool and pool deck were also nice."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Chinatown
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.
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head are top sights worth seeing.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Western Honolulu
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or USS Missouri Memorial while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.
McCully - Moiliʻili
While visiting McCully - Moiliʻili, you might make a stop by sights like Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i and HB Social Club - Hawaiian Brian's.
