Polynesia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Polynesia
Maui Island which includes landscape views
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
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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(1,448 area reviews)

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.

Waikiki
Maluaka Beach featuring landscape views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Wailea

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Wailea is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Wailea Beach and Shops at Wailea.

Wailea
Poipu which includes a beach, tropical scenes and landscape views

Poipu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Poipu is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Poipu Beach and Poipu Shopping Village, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Koloa.

Poipu
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Downtown Honolulu

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Honolulu
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Ala Moana

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

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

Ala Moana
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Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

5/5(2 area reviews)

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

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 NZ$575 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
NZ$575
11 Sept - 12 Sept
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! (8,354 reviews)
"Rainbow Tower with a harbor/luau view is great, thank you Cheryl. The spam musabi at ABC was always hot and fresh, thanks guys. The Jeep from Enterprise was awesome thank you. Uber was super convenient with very close pick up and drop off. Walkable to all the shopping, parks, beaches and restaurants ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 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 NZ$1,012 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$1,012
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (2,331 reviews)
"Stayed there twice and loved it."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 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 NZ$545 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$545
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (4,385 reviews)
"Parking is terrible! There’s only a small structure for parking & most of it is used for valet parking."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 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! (3,655 reviews)
"Good service"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 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)
Great little condo hotel right on the beach
"Great condo hotel on Maui right on Kaanapali Beach. First time here and we liked the spacious comfort of the unit we got, ocean view but no lanai or balcony that was large enough to sit out on. Would book again, maybe ocean front unit with a lanai or balcony. Fairly close to Whalers Village, close ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 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! (216 reviews)
Highly recommend!!!
"LOVED the cleanliness, friendliness, and view! Close to all of the activities and restaurants."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach
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Popular places to visit

Waikiki Beach

Waikiki Beach

Nowhere sums up the spirit of Hawaii more powerfully than its world-famous beach – so grab your swimming gear and prepare to be wowed by Waikiki!

Waikiki Beach
Ala Moana Center

Ala Moana Center

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home 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 featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach

Kaanapali Beach

Kaanapali beach was a favourite holiday destination for Hawaiian Royalty in ancient times and continues to attract people looking for a break from the daily grind.

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 featuring tropical scenes

Muri Beach

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

Muri Beach

Activities

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

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

NZ$58
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

NZ$356
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

NZ$166
per adult
North Shore Adventure Shuttle
Have it YOUR Way!

Have it YOUR Way!

NZ$1,147
per traveller
Have it YOUR Way!
Scenic view of Arnold Palmer Golf Course at Turtle Bay

Arnold Palmer Golf Course at Turtle Bay

NZ$339
per traveller
Arnold Palmer Golf Course at Turtle Bay
Immersive Luau Experience

Immersive Luau Experience

NZ$291
per adult
Immersive Luau Experience
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