Western Honolulu Travel Guide
Honolulu
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Popular places to visit
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 Visitor Center
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center during your travels in Honolulu. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
USS Arizona Memorial
A memorial to Pearl Harbor where you can learn more about one of the most tragic dates in American history.
USS Missouri Memorial
Explore this huge vessel and learn about the Battle of Pearl Harbor on the spot where World War II ended.
Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor
Visit the site of the Pearl Harbor attacks and see bullet holes from the raids, Japanese planes that were shot down and a host of American aviation history.
Aloha Stadium
Catch an event at Aloha Stadium during your trip to Aiea. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Western Honolulu
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
Bed was stiff. Airport shuttle every hour. Breakfast only 7-9 but pretty good. No hot oatmeal ready though.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Staff was so rude , the room was dirty and towels were dirty. I never recommend this hotel .
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Pacific Marina Inn Airport Hotel
Stayed there for an overnight layover on our way to Tahiti. Staff was very accommodating and helpful - 24/7 airport shuttle is a definite plus! Rooms are quaint but well maintained- you’re there to see the island, not sit in the room. Had a well stocked little shop with food, drinks, toiletries. ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Excellent stay. It’ll be even better when the Ali’i is renovated after this summer (I was told). Will stay again
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Direct access to the beach, and beautiful pool with hot tubs. However, I expected transportation to and from the airport as it was announced online, but there was no shuttle at all for this hotel.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Breakfast buffet was small, and I wish they would put lids on the foods. The fruit was covered in flies and my hubby refused to eat there after he noticed. The place was under construction. I feel like a discount should have been offered here. The room itself I feel need some updating, paint peeling, ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Western Honolulu
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Chinatown
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Chinatown. You might want to make time for a stop at Honolulu Harbor or TAG - The Actors' Group.
Liliha - Kapalama
While visiting Liliha - Kapalama, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Historic Trail and Kamehameha Shopping Center.
Downtown Honolulu
Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.
Pacific Heights
While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Royal Mausoleum State Monument and Kapena Falls Trailhead.
Kaka'ako
While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Ward Village Shops and Neal S. Blaisdell Center.
