Hawaii Kai Travel Guide

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Hawaii Kai
Hawaii Kai
Commute to more beaches. 🚙 #beachbound
If you're looking for a challenging, quick hike with gorgeous 360-degree views, head over to Koko Crater. This extinct volcano crater used to house a railroad jutting up the near vertical side of the volcano crater and was used as a bunker during WWII. Some remnants still remain today and are now used to perch upon the best lookout spots to ooo and ahh over views of Diamond Head, Moanalua Bay, and out towards Makapu'u on the Eastern Shores of Hawaii Kai.

When I used to live in Hawaii Kai when I attended UH Manoa, this was my exercise five days a week, since I lived right across the street. I lovingly call this climb "The Stair Master of Death"

TIP: Go early for sunrise to beat the heat, or go late for sunset when it isn't as crowded. If you go in the evening, be sure to bring a headlamp to safely make your way back down. Bring water and your camera, and be careful after heavy rain when the steps can be slippery. This hike is not for the faint of heart or those with a severe fear of heights. 

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Railway hike...

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Top hotels in Hawaii Kai

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 ₹21,003 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹21,003
₹30,868 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8,824 reviews)
The view was wonderful,the room was great,

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2552 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ₹21,107 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
₹21,107
₹30,959 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,878 reviews)
View of the ocean was great. The staff did not tell me that my resort credit could be used for activities there. Or also includes using the wifi and pool which was actually accessible to anyone. Was very overpriced and won't stay there again

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is ₹25,133 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
₹25,133
₹35,850 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,725 reviews)
Front receptionist and faculty are well Maintained and clean. Our housekeeper (Ben) was excellent and went above and beyond in giving us suggestion about fireworks on Friday and places to go. He even helped us get beach chairs so we can have it for the beach.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
2255 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ₹40,277 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
₹40,277
₹53,425 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,948 reviews)
Beautiful

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Prince Waikiki

Prince Waikiki

4.5 out of 5
100 Holomoana St Honolulu HI
The price is ₹24,333 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
₹24,333
₹33,864 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,406 reviews)
The hotel was close to a lot of places to see, one of the best parts was the Alamoana park as well as the mall.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Prince Waikiki
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach

4 out of 5
120 Kaiulani Ave Honolulu HI
The price is ₹18,105 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
₹18,105
₹26,001 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,340 reviews)
Horrible customer service by Celeste in the front desk

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Hawaii Kai

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Eastern Honolulu

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Eastern Honolulu. A stop by Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve or Kahala Beach might round out your trip.

Eastern Honolulu
Caption---- Kuliouou Ridge Trail in Hawaii Kai, Oahu

Kuliouou - Kalani Iki

While visiting Kuliouou - Kalani Iki, you might make a stop by sights like Niu Valley and Kawaikui Beach.

Kuliouou - Kalani Iki
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Kahala

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Kahala. A stop by Kahala Beach or Kahala Mall might round out your trip.

Kahala
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Palolo

While Palolo isn't home to many top sights, Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead and Waikiki Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Palolo
Honolulu city landscape with mountains and blue sky near Kaimuki / Kahala on Oahu, Hawaii.

Kaimuki

If you're spending some time in Kaimuki, Diamond Head State Monument and Kapi'olani Community College Farmers' Market are top sights worth seeing.

Kaimuki
Diamond Head which includes a city, landscape views and a sunset

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head are top sights worth seeing.

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis


Hawaii Kai Travel Guide

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