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Hotels

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Halekulani
Luxury Beachfront
Iconic luxury resort with world-class dining and serene oceanfront setting. Home to La Mer and House Without a Key.
4.7$$$$2199 Kalia Rd
The Royal Hawaiian
Luxury Beachfront
The "Pink Palace of the Pacific." Historic 1927 landmark on prime Waikiki beachfront. Elegant rooms and Mai Tai Bar.
4.6$$$$2259 Kalakaua Ave
Moana Surfrider
Historic Luxury
Waikiki's first hotel, opened 1901. Beautiful Banyan courtyard, prime beach location. A Westin Resort.
4.5$$$$2365 Kalakaua Ave
Outrigger Reef Waikiki
Beach Resort
Recently renovated beachfront resort with Hawaiian cultural programs and excellent poolside dining.
4.4$$$2169 Kalia Rd
Outrigger Beachcomber
Mid-Range
Great location on Kalakaua Ave, steps from the beach. Solid mid-range option with Maui Brewing on-site.
4.3$$2300 Kalakaua Ave
Hilton Hawaiian Village
Full Resort
Massive 22-acre resort with lagoon, pools, shops, and Friday night fireworks. Great for families.
4.0$$$2005 Kalia Rd
Hyatt Regency Waikiki
Full Service
Twin-tower hotel across from the beach. Pualeilani Atrium shops, rooftop pool, and SWIM restaurant.
4.2$$$2424 Kalakaua Ave
Sheraton Waikiki
Beachfront
Massive beachfront hotel with famous infinity pool, RumFire bar, and stunning Diamond Head views.
4.3$$$2255 Kalakaua Ave
Surfjack Hotel
Boutique
Retro-cool boutique hotel with poolside scene, local art, and Mahina & Sun's restaurant. Instagram favorite.
4.5$$412 Lewers St
The Laylow
Boutique
Mid-century modern boutique hotel. Autograph Collection by Marriott. Hideout bar is a local favorite.
4.5$$2299 Kuhio Ave
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Breakfast

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Eggs 'n Things
Breakfast & Brunch
Famous for towering whipped cream pancakes. Long lines but worth it. A Waikiki institution since 1974.
4.1$$2464 Kalakaua AveExpect a wait
Lulu's Waikiki
Breakfast & Brunch
Beachside breakfast with ocean views. Loco moco, acai bowls, and solid egg plates. Right on the sand.
4.3$$2586 Kalakaua AveBeach views
Heavenly Island Lifestyle
Healthy Breakfast
Organic acai bowls, avocado toast, fresh juices. Light, healthy start right on Kalakaua Ave.
4.3$$342 Seaside AveHealthy
IHOP Waikiki
Classic Breakfast
Reliable American breakfast chain. Open early, big portions, family friendly. Good budget option.
3.7$2211 Kuhio Ave
Bogart's Cafe
Local Cafe
Popular locals' spot near Diamond Head. Famous acai bowls and banana pancakes. BYOB and cash-friendly.
4.5$3045 Monsarrat AveLocal favorite
Roxy's at the Modern
Hotel Breakfast
Stylish breakfast at the Modern Honolulu. Great eggs benedict and fresh-pressed juices by the pool.
4.2$$$1775 Ala Moana Blvd
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Cafes & Coffee

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Island Vintage Coffee
Hawaiian Coffee
100% Kona coffee, famous acai bowls, and Hawaiian treats. Multiple locations including Royal Hawaiian Center.
4.4$$Royal Hawaiian CenterMust visit
Honolulu Coffee
Local Roaster
Hawaii's premium coffee roaster. Single-origin Kona blends, pastries, and a beautiful flagship store.
4.3$$2365 Kalakaua Ave
The Curb Kaimuki
Specialty Coffee
Hip third-wave coffee shop with rotating single-origin beans. Great cortados and cold brew.
4.6$$3538 Waialae AveTrendy
Kai Coffee Hawaii
Local Coffee
Cozy local cafe with Hawaiian-grown coffee. Quiet spot to escape Kalakaua Ave bustle.
4.4$2424 Kalakaua Ave
Starbucks Reserve
Premium Coffee
Elevated Starbucks experience with reserve coffees and handcrafted drinks. Multiple Waikiki locations.
4.2$$2330 Kalakaua Ave
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Lunch

Most Popular
Marukame Udon
Japanese Noodles
Fresh udon made in front of you. Insanely popular — line moves fast. Some of the best cheap eats in Waikiki.
4.4$2310 Kuhio AveAlways a line
Musubi Cafe Iyasume
Japanese/Hawaiian
Gourmet spam musubi and onigiri. Quick, cheap, portable. Perfect beach lunch.
4.2$2427 Kuhio Ave
Champion's Steak
Steak & Plates
Garlic shrimp and steak plates. Solid lunch portions at fair prices. Popular with both locals and tourists.
4.1$$2301 Kuhio Ave
Teddy's Bigger Burgers
Burgers
Hawaii's favorite burger joint. Fresh ground beef, hand-cut fries. The original Monster Burger is legendary.
4.4$$134 Kapahulu AveLocal chain
Maguro Brothers
Poke
Top-quality poke bowls with fish flown in from Tsukiji market. Small stand, huge flavor.
4.6$$Royal Hawaiian CenterFresh catch
Rainbow Drive-In
Plate Lunch
Classic Hawaiian plate lunch since 1961. Loco moco, mixed plates, and boneless chicken. Cash only.
4.4$3308 Kanaina AveLocal institution
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Happy Hour

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Mai Tai Bar
Beach Bar · 4-6pm
The original Mai Tai on Waikiki Beach at the Royal Hawaiian. Live music, sunset views. The quintessential Waikiki experience.
4.4$$$Royal Hawaiian HotelSunset must-do
Duke's Waikiki
Beach Bar · 3-5pm
Iconic beachside bar named after Duke Kahanamoku. $5 appetizers, tropical drinks, and live Hawaiian music.
4.4$$Outrigger WaikikiLively
RumFire
Lounge · 4-6pm
Sleek oceanfront lounge at the Sheraton. Fire pits, 100+ rums, and discounted pupus during happy hour.
4.1$$$Sheraton WaikikiUpscale
The Hideout
Pool Bar · 3-5pm
Trendy pool bar at The Laylow. $8 cocktails, $5 beers, discounted bites. Local crowd on weekdays.
4.3$$The Laylow HotelChill vibes
House Without a Key
Hotel Bar · 5-7pm
Elegant open-air lounge at Halekulani. Sunset hula dancing, classic cocktails, and oceanfront seating.
4.6$$$Halekulani HotelElegant
Maui Brewing Co.
Brewery · 3:30-5:30pm
Hawaii's largest craft brewery. $5 pints and discounted pupus. Solid beer selection and casual vibe.
4.1$$2300 Kalakaua AveCasual
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Dinner

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STRIPSTEAK
Steakhouse
Michael Mina's modern steakhouse. Dry-aged steaks, duck fat fries, and an excellent cocktail program.
4.3$$$$International Market Place
Doraku Sushi
Japanese
Upscale sushi and izakaya dishes. Creative rolls, fresh sashimi, and great sake selection.
4.2$$$2233 Kalakaua Ave
Hy's Steak House
Classic Steakhouse
Old-school steak house since 1976. Tableside Caesar salad, prime cuts, and dark wood ambiance.
4.6$$$$2440 Kuhio AveClassic
Arancino di Mare
Italian
Authentic Italian on Waikiki Beach Walk. Fresh pasta, wood-fired dishes. Romantic dinner spot.
4.3$$$2552 Kalakaua AveRomantic
Azure
Seafood
Oceanfront seafood at the Royal Hawaiian. Fresh local catch, elegant setting, and stunning beach views.
4.4$$$$Royal Hawaiian Hotel
Goofy Cafe & Dine
Hawaiian Fusion
Farm-to-table Hawaiian fusion. Organic ingredients, creative plates. Popular with health-conscious diners.
4.2$$1831 Ala Moana Blvd
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Fine Dining

Fine Dining
La Mer
French · Halekulani
Hawaii's most acclaimed restaurant. Neoclassical French cuisine with Hawaiian ingredients. Oceanfront, jacket suggested. AAA Five Diamond.
4.6$$$$Halekulani HotelDress code
Sushi Sho
Omakase
Intimate 10-seat omakase counter. Chef Keiji Nakazawa serves exquisite nigiri with fish from Tokyo's Toyosu Market.
4.7$$$$Ritz-Carlton WaikikiReservations essential
Orchids
Seafood · Halekulani
Elegant oceanfront dining. Famous Sunday brunch and fresh seafood dinners. Graceful setting at Halekulani.
4.5$$$$Halekulani Hotel
53 By the Sea
Contemporary
Stunning oceanfront fine dining. Multi-course tasting menus, private event spaces, and floor-to-ceiling ocean views.
4.4$$$$53 Ahui StSpecial occasions
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Cheap Eats

Best Value
Marukame Udon
Japanese Noodles
Fresh udon from $5. Add tempura toppings for $1-2 each. Best bang for your buck in Waikiki.
4.4$2310 Kuhio Ave
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Musubi Cafe Iyasume
Grab & Go
Spam musubi under $4. Perfect grab-and-go beach food. Multiple varieties including bacon and kimchi.
4.2$2427 Kuhio Ave
Ono Seafood
Poke
No-frills poke shop with some of the freshest and cheapest poke bowls around. Cash only.
4.3$747 Kapahulu Ave
7-Eleven (Hawaii)
Convenience
Hawaii 7-Elevens are different. Fresh musubi, onigiri, manapua, and local snacks. Surprisingly good and cheap.
3.9$Multiple locationsPro tip
ME BBQ
Korean Plate Lunch
Massive Korean BBQ plate lunches under $12. Kalbi, chicken katsu, and combo plates. Huge portions.
4.5$151 Uluniu Ave
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Late Night Eats

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Waikiki Yokocho
Food Hall · Until 2am
Japanese food hall with 16 stalls. Ramen, gyoza, yakitori, and more. Open late and always buzzing.
3.9$$2250 Kalakaua Ave B1
Zigu
Izakaya · Until midnight
Farm-to-table izakaya with creative cocktails and local ingredients. Great late-night small plates.
4.3$$$413 Seaside Ave
Henry's Place
Burgers · Until 2am
Late-night smash burgers and fries. Simple menu done right. Hit after a night out.
4.5$2310 Kuhio Ave
Bacchus Waikiki
Wine Bar · Until midnight
Wine bar with Mediterranean small plates. Cheese boards, charcuterie, and a solid wine list. Quiet late-night option.
4.3$$$408 Lewers St
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Bars & Cocktails

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Duke's Waikiki
Beach Bar
The barefoot bar. Live Hawaiian music every night, tropical cocktails, and toes-in-the-sand vibes. A must.
4.4$$Outrigger WaikikiLive music nightly
Skull & Crown
Cocktail Bar
Craft cocktail bar with tiki influence. Creative drinks, dim lighting, and a curated vinyl soundtrack.
4.5$$$2255 Kuhio AveCraft cocktails
Maui Brewing Co.
Craft Brewery
Hawaii's biggest craft brewery. 36 taps of local beer, pub food, and a lively atmosphere.
4.1$$2300 Kalakaua Ave
RumFire
Oceanfront Lounge
Sleek open-air lounge with fire pits on the beach. 100+ rums, craft cocktails, sunset views.
4.1$$$Sheraton WaikikiUpscale
The Hideout
Pool Bar
Tropical cocktails by the pool at The Laylow. Chill vibes, local crowd, and retro mid-century setting.
4.3$$The Laylow Hotel
Arnold's Beach Bar
Dive Bar
Waikiki's best dive bar. Cheap drinks, karaoke, pool table, and zero pretension. Open late.
4.4$339 Saratoga RdDive bar
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Nightlife

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Addiction Nightclub
Nightclub
Waikiki's premier nightclub at The Modern. Top DJs, bottle service, and a high-energy dance floor.
3.8$$$The Modern HonoluluDress to impress
Nashville Waikiki
Country Bar
Country music bar and dance hall. Line dancing, live bands, and a mechanical bull. Surprisingly fun.
4.1$$2330 Kalakaua AveLine dancing
Wang Chung's
Karaoke Bar
Open-mic karaoke bar. No private rooms — everyone sings for the crowd. Great cheap drinks and energy.
4.1$2410 Koa AveKaraoke
Genius Lounge
Sake Bar
Rooftop Japanese sake bar with city views. Over 100 sakes, craft cocktails, and yakitori. Chill nightlife pick.
4.5$$2255 Kuhio Ave
Buho Cocina y Cantina
Rooftop Bar
Open-air rooftop Mexican cantina. DJ sets on weekends, mezcal cocktails, and panoramic Waikiki views.
4.2$$2250 Kalakaua AveRooftop vibes
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Shopping

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Royal Hawaiian Center
Shopping Mall
Waikiki's largest open-air shopping center. Luxury brands, local boutiques, restaurants, and free cultural classes.
4.42201 Kalakaua Ave3 blocks long
International Market Place
Upscale Mall
Modern open-air mall with Saks Fifth Avenue, dining, and a grand banyan tree centerpiece.
4.52330 Kalakaua Ave
T Galleria by DFS
Duty Free
Duty-free luxury shopping for international travelers. Designer brands, beauty, liquor, and Hawaiian gifts.
4.2330 Royal Hawaiian Ave
Waikiki Beach Walk
Outdoor Shopping
Pedestrian-friendly outdoor complex with local boutiques, restaurants, and weekly entertainment.
4.4226 Lewers St
Ala Moana Center
Mega Mall
World's largest open-air mall, just outside Waikiki. 350+ stores, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, and massive food court.
4.51450 Ala Moana Blvd10 min from Waikiki
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Things to Do

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Diamond Head Hike
Landmark · Hike
Iconic volcanic crater hike with panoramic views of Waikiki and the coastline. ~1 hour round trip. Reservations required.
4.6$5 entryDiamond Head State Monument
Waikiki Beach
Beach
The beach itself. Gentle waves perfect for beginners. Rent a board from the beach boys, swim, or just people watch.
FreeKalakaua Ave
Surf Lessons
Water Sports
Multiple outfitters on the beach. Group or private lessons from $80. Waikiki's gentle waves are ideal for learning.
$$Waikiki BeachBeginner friendly
Honolulu Zoo
Zoo · Family
42-acre zoo at the edge of Waikiki. Tropical animals, African savanna exhibit, and keiki play area.
4.2$19 adults151 Kapahulu Ave
Waikiki Aquarium
Aquarium · Family
One of the oldest aquariums in the US. Hawaiian reef fish, monk seals, and jellyfish exhibits.
4.4$12 adults2777 Kalakaua Ave
Kapiolani Park
Park
300-acre park at the base of Diamond Head. Jogging paths, picnic areas, weekend farmers markets, and open green space.
4.7Free3840 Paki Ave
Duke Kahanamoku Statue
Landmark
Bronze statue of the father of modern surfing. Popular photo spot right on Waikiki Beach. Free to visit anytime.
FreeKalakaua Ave
Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Ocean Activity
Multiple catamarans launch right from Waikiki Beach. Sunset sails with drinks included. Book on the beach.
$$Waikiki BeachSunset
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Getting Around

TheBus
Public Transit
Honolulu's public bus system. $3 one-way, $7.50 day pass. Routes 2, 8, 13, 19, 20, 42 all serve Waikiki. Holo card recommended.
$3/rideBest value
Biki Bikeshare
Bike Rental
Docked bikeshare with stations across Waikiki. $4.50 for 30 min. Great for quick trips to Ala Moana or Diamond Head.
$4.50/30min
Uber / Lyft
Rideshare
Both available throughout Waikiki. Expect $10-15 to airport, $8-12 to Ala Moana. Surge pricing at night.
$$Most convenient
Waikiki Trolley
Hop-On/Hop-Off
Tourist trolley with multiple lines covering Waikiki, Ala Moana, Diamond Head, and downtown. Fun for first-timers.
$25-45/day
Car Rentals
Rental
Available at airport and hotels. Not needed for staying in Waikiki — parking is $40-60/night. Useful for North Shore or island tours.
$$$Not needed in Waikiki
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Business & Services

FedEx Office
Print & Ship
Printing, copying, shipping, and mailbox services. Computers available for use.
2330 Kalakaua Ave
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
24-hour pharmacy with snacks, drinks, sunscreen, and essentials. Multiple Waikiki locations.
4.02259 Kalakaua Ave
ABC Stores
Convenience
Hawaii's iconic convenience chain. Seemingly on every corner. Snacks, drinks, souvenirs, sunscreen, and beach gear.
4.2Everywhere in WaikikiOn every block
Bank of Hawaii
Banking
Full-service bank branch with ATM. Multiple locations in and around Waikiki.
2222 Kalakaua Ave
US Post Office
Mail
Send postcards and packages home. Located just outside Waikiki proper on Saratoga Rd.
330 Saratoga Rd

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