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.
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.
Waikiki Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Waikiki Beach, a popular beach in Honolulu. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the surfing spots.
Pearl Harbor
Explore the great outdoors at Pearl Harbor, a popular spot to commune with nature in Western Honolulu. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Kaka'ako
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Excellent
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
To noisy and crowded.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Resort was 5-star, wife and I really enjoyed our 25th anniversary. View was great, staff was friendly. We used the beach and pools. Rumfire had excellent drinks and eats!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Prince Waikiki
It was a beautiful six night seven days stay the atmosphere is amazing it is right in the middle of Waikiki and walkable to anything you needed to get to. The staff were amazing the room was clean and daily cleaned by housekeeping. The outdoor pool was on the 5th floor where the gym was and it's ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
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Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Waikiki Resort Hotel
Breakfast was great and everything was fresh and clean. Room was very clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 May 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.
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 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.
