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A modern lounge area with wicker chairs, a round wooden coffee table, and a sofa.

1. Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG
3.0 star property
Waikiki
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,608 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brianda
The price is P7,507
P11,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.

2. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
3.0 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,699 reviews)
"Clean hotel, comfortable beds, quiet location off the main road, close to beach, eating venues nearby very friendly staff, great value for Hawaii"
United States
Peggy
The price is P7,891
P9,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

3. Aqua Palms Waikiki

Aqua Palms Waikiki
2.5 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great view and staff"
United States
Alizea Crystal
The price is P7,976
P11,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Aqua Palms Waikiki
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

4. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu
4.0 star property
Waikiki
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,715 reviews)
"My family and I will definitely be back our third stay and more to come."
United States
Londa
The price is P8,211
P12,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of the ocean, and a patterned wall.

5. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
4.0 star property
Waikiki
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,895 reviews)
"Great room, breakfast, clean."
United States
Janet
The price is P10,118
P15,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a multi-story building.

6. Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast

Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
3.0 star property
Western Honolulu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,585 reviews)
"Great location for a hotel."
United States
Grayson
The price is P8,865
P10,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
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7. Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Waikiki
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,685 reviews)
"Nice location for food and beach."
United States
Gary
The price is P7,401
P12,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Waikiki Resort Hotel
A dining table with breakfast plates, a bowl, a cup, and a vase with flowers.

8. Pagoda Hotel

Pagoda Hotel
3.0 star property
Ala Moana
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (539 reviews)
"Very beautiful and awesome stay will definitely be back"
United States
Ramon
The price is P7,984
P12,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Pagoda Hotel
A coastal cityscape with a beach, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.

9. Waikiki Malia

Waikiki Malia
4.0 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,200 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
JOEL
The price is P7,507
P11,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Waikiki Malia
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with buildings in the background.

10. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
4.0 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,927 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
Canada
Xianli
The price is P10,203
P15,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
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Top Downtown Honolulu Hotel Reviews

The Twin Fin Hotel

The Twin Fin Hotel

8/10 Good
"The AC is quite noisy"
Guilin 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Twin Fin Hotel

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How can I get to Downtown Honolulu and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Downtown Honolulu is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL), 4.3 mi (7 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 13.6 mi (21.8 km) away: Kapolei, HI (JRF-Kalaeloa). Downtown Honolulu might not have very many public transit options so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.

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