Honolulu (Oahu Island) - Hotel Neighbourhood
(Where to Stay in Honolulu?)

Hotels Intro (Oahu Island)

The majority of tourist Honolulu hotels are in the Waikiki area on Oahu Island.

However, hotels are also spread across all city areas like

 - Honolulu downtown,

 - Honolulu airport and

 - away from Honolulu city like North Shore, Ko Olina, and Turtle Bay on Oahu Island.

Major Tourist Hotels Hub area on Oahu Island, Hawaii

Waikiki Area :

Waikiki is the most touristy area in Honolulu on the Oahu Island in Hawaii.  

Hotels and condo rentals are abundant in Waikiki in Honolulu in all price ranges.  

The closer you are to Waikiki beach, the more expensive your hotel will be.  

Waikiki Beaches are generally sandy and have lagoons for calmer waters.  

There is no need for a car if you stay here in the Waikiki hotel unless you want to explore the Island.  

In the Waikiki area, you will have easy access to public transportation.

Ko'Olina Area :  

You will definitely need a car if you are going to stay in the Ko'Olina area. 

Ko'Olina is pretty far from most attractions in Oahu. 

Prices for hotels and rentals tend to be high on this side of the Island. 

If you like Golf and fewer crowds, this could be a consideration.

North Shore and Vicinity on Oahu Island Area : 

You will definitely need a car if staying in the North Shore area on Oahu Island. 

North Shore area is pretty far from Honolulu and most attractions in Oahu. 

In Oahu Island North shore area, You can find hotel prices in all ranges but will have less variety.  

The beaches have stronger waves, so something to consider if you have young children. 

Great place to come to see green sea turtles and to surf!

Parking is costly at hotels in the Waikiki area. 

There are private parking lots in the Waikiki area, which are less expensive than hotels.

Private Parking lots can be a hassle to park as you will have to walk to your hotel every day. 

If you only need to rent a car for a day, there are many car rental places in the Waikiki area where you can pick up and return Car on a daily basis. 

Be aware that:  Most hotels in the Waikiki area (and on the Oahu Island) have resort fees in addition to the daily rate. 
Most standard hotel rooms tend to be on the small side (300 square feet or less).   

Consider finding a room with a full kitchen, so you don't have to eat out every day for every meal (like ilima hotel in Waikiki). 

Hotels near the Canalside tend to be cheaper in the Waikiki area and are a short walking distance to the beach and restaurants/stores.