Kaka'ako Travel Guide
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Full-Day Oahu Sightseeing and Local Food Tour
Honolulu: Glass Bottom Boat Tour along Oahu's South Shore
Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village
Top hotels in Kaka'ako
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
I always stay at the Sheraton its centrally located so many options around you to dine. Infinity pool is awesome and the Aloha Spirt definitely felt.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Room was great, plenty of room for 3 people. The view from the corner suite on the 18th floor was good, plus sitting on the balcony was nice too. A little slow checking in tho as a bus arrived and the guest check-in desk was under staffed
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
All around perfect
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Great location on the beach with a resort feel given the several options for pools, restaurants and shops. Also, very close (15-30 min walk) to fancy shops and excellent additional options for dinning. Downsides are that rooms in some of the towers need serious updating as they feel, look, smell ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
nice stuff
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
Breakfast is great. over is good.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
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.
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.
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.
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Pacific Heights
While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Queen Emma Summer Palace and Royal Mausoleum State Monument.
