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Oct 2 - Oct 4
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Our top choices for Downtown Honolulu cheap hotels

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, (3,518 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Monica
The price is P7,456
P11,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Waikiki by IHG
A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of the cityscape.

2. Aqua Palms Waikiki

Aqua Palms Waikiki
2.5 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great view and staff"
United States
Alizea Crystal
The price is P8,457
P12,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Aqua Palms Waikiki
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.

3. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
3.0 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,676 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 P7,957
P9,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
A balcony with a view of the ocean and beach, furnished with chairs and a table.

4. Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
4.0 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,589 reviews)
"Nice place"
Australia
Cheng Han
The price is P9,336
P14,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

5. Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu

Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu
4.0 star property
Waikiki
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,708 reviews)
"Great view, rooms were clean"
United States
Devin
The price is P8,156
P12,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with buildings in the background.

6. Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach

Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
4.0 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4,891 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
United States
Ivan
The price is P10,634
P15,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a multi-story building.

7. 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, (3,581 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Joshua
The price is P8,853
P10,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
A coastal cityscape with a beach, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.

8. Waikiki Malia

Waikiki Malia
4.0 star property
Waikiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,182 reviews)
"Loved everything about this hotel. The staff was amazing."
United States
Rachel
The price is P6,756
P10,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Waikiki Malia
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of the ocean, and a patterned wall.

9. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel

OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
4.0 star property
Waikiki
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,858 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Arthur
The price is P10,049
P14,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a lamp, and a balcony with a view of high-rise buildings.

10. Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Waikiki
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,657 reviews)
"Nice location for food and beach."
United States
Gary
The price is P7,393
P12,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Waikiki Resort Hotel
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Top Downtown Honolulu Hotel Reviews

Waikiki Resort Hotel

Waikiki Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient location to everything with good amenities including some yoga and cultural classes. Staff was very helpful. Would recommend."
Danielle 7-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Waikiki Resort Hotel

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What is there to see and do in Downtown Honolulu?
Downtown Honolulu is known for its shopping and offers things to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Honolulu Harbor, Kaka'ako Waterfront Park, or Foster Botanical Garden.
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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