Makiki
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
Makiki Forest Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Makiki Forest Recreation Area and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Honolulu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside
You can take time to visit Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside during your travels to Honolulu. Discover the area's waterfalls and monuments.
Waikiki Beach
Come sample the waves and catch some rays on the white sands of the beach most synonymous with surfing and the Aloha spirit.
Pearl Harbor
Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor.
Ala Moana Center
You can enjoy some retail therapy 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 search for that perfect souvenir 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.
Things to do
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet, Whale & Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Waikiki, Hawaii: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Top hotels in Makiki
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
"Jackie gave us a warm welcome. She is very gracious and helpful. They have texting option to contact them with anything we need, it is very seamless. The rainbow tower, where we stayed has the ocean/lagoon view and it was spectacular. We enjoyed our stay and we’ll be coming back!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
"The hotel is ideally located across from the beach and many shops along the main drag of Waikiki Beach. There are many ABC stores on or near the property to grab items for the beach, drinks, and snacks. The pool on the property is easily accessible and has a partial beach view but it is quite a small ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Prince Waikiki
"This hotel was one of the most overpriced properties I’ve ever stayed at. From the moment we arrived, it felt like the goal was to squeeze every possible dollar out of guests. The mandatory resort fee was especially frustrating because many of the “included” amenities were unavailable. Museum tickets ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
"Good location. Price was good. Resort and pool area alarm great"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
"Buen lugar para vacacionar, el hotel muy acogedor"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Waikiki Resort Hotel
"This is a great Waikiki Beach location. Just one block off the beach, and close to public transportation, shops, restaurants, and other amenities. Can't say enough about the staff. Everyone from Front Desk, Breakfast Wait Staff, Housekeeping and Bell Service was fantastic. Definitely a "will come ..."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Makiki
Tantalus
While visiting Tantalus, you might make a stop by sights like Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area.
Pacific Heights
If you're spending some time in Pacific Heights, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and Royal Mausoleum State Monument are top sights worth seeing.
Manoa
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Manoa. You might want to make time for a stop at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex or Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead.
McCully - Moiliʻili
McCully - Moiliʻili might not have many top sights, but Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Liliha - Kapalama
While visiting Liliha - Kapalama, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Historic Trail and Princess Ruth Ke'elikolani Performing Arts Center.
