Polynesia

Travel Guide

Polynesia
Maui Island featuring landscape views
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Polynesia
Photo provided by Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA)
Photo provided by Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA)

Where to stay in Polynesia

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Waikiki

4.5/5(1,920 area reviews)

Famous for Waikiki Beach, this district boasts six beaches and a skyline filled with high-rises and resort hotels. Surfing enthusiasts can enjoy the ideal surf break, while Kalākaua Avenue offers luxury shopping and Kūhiō Avenue features diverse dining and nightlife options.

Waikiki
Maluaka Beach showing landscape views, a beach and tropical scenes

Wailea

4.5/5(103 area reviews)

Wailea is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Wailea Beach and Shops at Wailea.

Wailea
Poipu featuring a sandy beach, landscape views and tropical scenes

Poipu

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

Boasting high-end hotels, resorts, and two main shopping centers, Poʻipū offers a luxurious stay. Explore attractions like Allerton Garden, Mahaulepu Beach, and Spouting Horn for a memorable experience.

Poipu
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Downtown Honolulu

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

This area is a center for local government since 1845, this district boasts diverse architectural styles and historic landmarks, including ʻIolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, and St. Andrew's Cathedral.

Downtown Honolulu
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Ala Moana

4/5(11 area reviews)

Situated along Oʻahu's southern shores, this district boasts a vast stretch of reef-protected white sandy beaches and the world's largest open-air shopping center, Ala Moana Center. Enjoy shopping, dining, and relaxing at Ala Moana Beach Park.

Ala Moana
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Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

While visiting Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo.

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2005 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI
The price is CA $341 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
CA $341
CA $477 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,367 reviews)
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"Overall a great place to stay! Very kid friendly as well. My only complaints are the bedding pillows are very soft and flat once you lay on them, making them uncomfortable in my opinion. Also, as a disabled person, I almost had slipping accident in the shower. I feel it should be by default the hotel ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is CA $632 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $632
CA $829 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,336 reviews)
"Stayed there twice and loved it."

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2025

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2424 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is CA $307 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $307
CA $446 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,376 reviews)
"Clean, quiet , walkable , near the beach and shopping center"

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
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Aston Kaanapali Shores

Aston Kaanapali Shores

3.5 out of 5
3445 Lower Honoapiilani Hwy, Lahaina, HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaanapali. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,656 reviews)
"It was the best"

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

Aston Kaanapali Shores
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

3 out of 5
45 Kai Ala Dr, Lahaina, HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaanapali. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,435 reviews)
"The staff is amazing! Joe explains everything in detail and very helpful. Will definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2025

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas
The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

4 out of 5
2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Kaanapali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
"Friendly staff!"

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2025

The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach
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Popular places to visit

Waikiki Beach

Waikiki Beach

Pack your shorts or bikini and surf, swim, or just sit back under a palm tree and enjoy the Aloha spirit at Hawaii’s most famous beach.

Waikiki Beach
Ala Moana Center

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.

Ala Moana Center
Kaanapali Beach which includes a coastal town, a hotel and a beach

Kaanapali Beach

As one of the highest-ranking luxury beaches in the U.S., this stunning stretch of sand with crystal-clear water is lined with high-end hotels and shops.

Kaanapali Beach
Pearl Harbor

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.

Pearl Harbor
Aloha Tower showing a city and skyline

Honolulu Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Honolulu Harbor
Muri Beach showing tropical scenes

Muri Beach

Stretch out comfortably on the bone-white beach while watching the sunrise over Rarotonga’s popular lagoon.

Muri Beach

Things to do

Amazing Oahu Adventure Bundle: 6 Epic Self-Guided Audio Tours

Amazing Oahu Adventure Bundle: 6 Epic Self-Guided Audio Tours

CA $48
per traveller
Amazing Oahu Adventure Bundle: 6 Epic Self-Guided Audio Tours
Polynesian Cultural Center 1-Day Tour

Day Trip to the Polynesian Cultural Center with Buffet Dinner in Hawaii

CA $293
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to the Polynesian Cultural Center with Buffet Dinner in Hawaii
Waimea Bay, O'ahu, Hawai'i

North Shore Adventure Shuttle

CA $137
per adult
North Shore Adventure Shuttle
Scenic view of Arnold Palmer Golf Course at Turtle Bay

Arnold Palmer Golf Course at Turtle Bay

CA $280
per traveller
Arnold Palmer Golf Course at Turtle Bay
Immersive Luau Experience

Immersive Luau Experience

CA $240
per adult
Immersive Luau Experience
Private North Shore Waterfalls and Turtles Tour

Private North Shore Waterfalls and Turtles Tour

CA $206
per adult
Private North Shore Waterfalls and Turtles Tour
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