Makiki Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Makiki attractions

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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.
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Activities

Tribute to Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour

Pearl Harbor Tribute: Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour

NZ$76
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Pearl Harbor Tribute: Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour
Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Catamaran Sail

Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Catamaran Sail (Turtles Guaranteed)

NZ$169
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Catamaran Sail (Turtles Guaranteed)
Cruise Ship at sea in Oahu

Sunset Cruise – Dinner Includes Polynesian Show / Cocktail Cruise (No Show)

NZ$152
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Sunset Cruise – Dinner Includes Polynesian Show / Cocktail Cruise (No Show)
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island

Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona

NZ$248
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Waikiki Parasailing in Hawaii from Oahu

Waikiki Parasailing in Hawaii from Oahu

NZ$76
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Parasailing in Hawaii from Oahu
Oahu: All Day Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling

Oahu: All Day Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling

NZ$121
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Oahu: All Day Circle Island Tour with Snorkeling
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Our pick of the best Makiki 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 NZ$711 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$711
11 July - 12 July
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (9,315 reviews)
"need microwave in the room"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

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 NZ$1,256 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$1,256
11 July - 12 July
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! (3,217 reviews)
"I booked for the Infiniti pool and it did not disappoint!! Great ocean view room of diamond head!! I'd totally recommend and would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

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 NZ$740 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$740
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,213 reviews)
"Staff at friendly, bathroom are clean, great location close to everything I need"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
The Twin Fin Hotel

The Twin Fin Hotel

4 out of 5
2570 Kalakaua Ave Honolulu HI
The price is NZ$483 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$483
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (5,411 reviews)
"room was clean and view was nice, would recommend as the hotel is right across the street from waikiki beach. elevators are slow to move between floors but that’s easy to get around"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Twin Fin Hotel
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu HI
The price is NZ$805 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$805
21 July - 22 July
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! (4,073 reviews)
"Property is great. Elevators suck at this resort. Ones always broke and a huge line of people waiting for an elevator."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast

Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast

3 out of 5
3253 N Nimitz Hwy Honolulu HI
The price is NZ$390 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$390
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Honolulu. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,461 reviews)
"My staying in Best western hotel it was super nice the staff was friendly and helpful, the villa was perfectly clean but… unit 132 patio sliding glass door it is hard to open and close, the shower it has a good water pressure when is coming out of spout but I think the shower head needs to be change ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport - Free Breakfast
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Our guide on where to stay in Makiki

Find the best Makiki areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Makiki
Learn more about Makiki
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Waikiki

Waikiki Beach and Waikiki Beach Walk are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.

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Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

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

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Ala Moana

If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.

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Western Honolulu

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Aloha Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.

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McCully - Moiliʻili

While visiting McCully - Moiliʻili, you might make a stop by sights like Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i and HB Social Club - Hawaiian Brian's.

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