Kaka'ako

Honolulu

Each year on Memorial Day, O'ahu hosts a beautiful event called the Lantern Floating Festival, held at Ala Moana Beach Park. If you don't mind the crowds of people, this is a moving and emotional experience. People write messages on personal lanterns and float them out to sea (not to worry, a boat with nets will catch them all so that there is no litter.)

TIP: walk or bike to the event, as parking is impossible.

During daytime, this beach is a great place for families and children, as there is a reef protecting the beach, which means no big waves!

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Kaka'ako
Ala Moana Beach Park featuring modern architecture, skyline and swimming
Sunset last night looking toward the departure route at the airport. Good spot this time of year for sunset photos. 

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Kaka'ako Hotel Deals

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 $316 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
CA $316
CA $465 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy 5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 9 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (8,850 reviews)
it was ok

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is CA $391 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
CA $391
CA $556 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,807 reviews)
The staff were so nice and accommodating. Location was great.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is CA $381 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
CA $381
CA $542 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,897 reviews)
The room, staff and amenities were great!

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
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 $317 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
CA $317
CA $467 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,867 reviews)
Me encantó desde la ubicación, el servicio y la instrucciones del hotel, lo recomiendo

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is CA $590 per night from Apr 10 to Apr 11
CA $590
CA $786 total
Apr 10 - Apr 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,978 reviews)
Right in the center of Waikiki and a 5 min walk away from the best restaurants in Oahu. The amenities were fantastic, the room was incredible with a killer ocean view and the hotel had everything you’d need. Next time we visit we’re going to book here again!

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach

4 out of 5
120 Kaiulani Ave Honolulu HI
The price is CA $317 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
CA $317
CA $445 total
Apr 27 - Apr 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,338 reviews)
Pool area my kids could not play with any pool toys. Pool closed early. Amenities inside pool table and ping pong front desk wouldn't allow my husband to check anythinf out. Also, my room towels had hair in it. Blankets were white and looked like their was mold inside the blankets. Don't know if ...

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Kaka'ako

Downtown Honolulu

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
Ala Moana

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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Koreatown

Though Koreatown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach.

Koreatown
Waikiki

Waikiki

4.5/5(1,948 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
McCully - Moiliʻili

McCully - Moiliʻili

McCully - Moiliʻili might not have many top sights, but Waikiki Beach Walk and Royal Hawaiian Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

McCully - Moiliʻili
Kalihi

Kalihi

If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Kalihi


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