Downtown Honolulu is surprisingly small, set back a little from the sea and centering around a spacious plaza on King Street that includes Iolani Palace and the state capitol . The palace was built for King David Kalakaua in 1882, but, apart from its koa -hardwood floors, contains little that is distinctively Hawaiian (Tues-Sat 9am-2.15pm; $15). Across the road is a flower-bedecked, gilt statue of Kamehameha the Great.
To reach the nearby ocean, pedestrians have to negotiate fearsome traffic. Although the sea may be turquoise, the shorefront is concrete, not beach, and you can't wander along it for any distance due to excessive recent construction works. The Aloha Tower on Pier 9 used to be the city's tallest building; the area around its base has been converted into an expensive shopping and dining mall, fronting onto the city docks. The view from the top of the tower is little short of ugly, but is good for orientation (daily: April-Sept 9am-7.30pm; Oct-March 9am-7pm; free). The Hawaii Maritime Center (daily 8.30am-5pm; $7.50), just east of Aloha Tower, documents Hawaii's seafaring past in superb detail, from ancient migrations through to white contact, nineteenth-century trade and twentieth-century cruises. A stunning film from 1922 (with Clara Bow in a bit part) shows the true-life drama of whaling, and there's a wall of gigantic historic surfboards. In the adjacent dock are the fully rigged four-master Falls of Clyde and the replica Polynesian canoe Hokulea , whose voyages to Tahiti and New Zealand over the last two decades have inspired tremendous interest in traditional methods of navigation.
Though few tourists seem to know about it, Honolulu residents take great pride in the stunning fine art on display at the Academy of Arts , half a mile east of the capitol at 900 S Beretania St (Tues-Sat 10am-4.30pm, Sun 1-5pm; $5). Highlights of the superb collection of paintings include Van Gogh's Wheat Field , Gauguin's Two Nudes on a Tahitian Beach and one of Monet's Water Lilies . The Academy also holds some fascinating depictions of Hawaii by visiting artists, including a pencil sketch of Waikiki drawn in 1838, and vivid, stylized studies of Maui's Iao Valley and Hana coast by Georgia O'Keeffe, plus magnifi-cent ancient Chinese ceramics and bronzes.
The runways of Honolulu's International Airport , just west of downtown, extend out to sea on a coral reef.
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 W HONOLULU DIAMOND HEAD , 2885 KALAKAUA AVENUE - Honolulu, HI, United States
The W Hotel Honolulu-diamond Head, In Honolulu, Oahu, Is Just 12 Miles From Honolulu National Airport. This Beautifully Situated Paradise Rests Between Scenic Kapiolani Park And The Majestic Pacific Ocean, Offering A Private Hide-away Just One-half Mile From Honolulu's Lively Waikiki Beach. Diamond Head, Kuhio Beach Park, The Waikiki Aquarium, Honolulu Zoo, Foster Botanical Garden And Iolani Palace Are All Within One-half-mile To Five Miles From The Hotel. Hawaii's Capital And Cultural Center, Which Encompasses Business And Shopping Districts, Are Nearby And Include Modern Ala Moana And Historic Chinatown. Favorite Recreational Pastimes Are Also Close To The Hotel, Including Parasailing, Skydiving, All Water Sports, Helicopter And Airplane Sightseeing Tours, Golfing, Fishing, Mountain Biking And Tennis.
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HAWAII POLO INN & TOWER , 1696 ALA MOANA BOULEVARD - Honolulu, HI, United States
Marc Hawaii Polo Inn Feels Just Like A Hawaiian-style Boutique. Located At The Gateway To Waikiki, It Features Beautiful Tropic Vegetation And Flowers Native To The Beautiful State Of Hawaii. On-site Amenities Include Barbeque Facilities, Outdoor Pool, Coin-operated Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Parking, And A Conference Room (Fees May Be Associated). Porterage Is Available For A Charge And Daily Maid Service Is Included. Within A Block Of Hawaii Polo Inn You Will Find Apparel Shops, Bars And Restaurants, And A Sundry Store. The Ala Moana Shopping Center Is Just A Five-minute Walk Away. These Beautiful And Spacious Rooms Have Been Recently Upgraded With Hawaiian Flare.
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 RADISSON WAIKIKI PRINCE KUHIO , 2500 KUHIO AVENUE - Honolulu, HI, United States
The Radisson Waikiki Prince Kuhio Is A Full Service, 620-Room Deluxe Hotel Featuring Spectacular Mountain Views. Rated 3 1/2 Diamonds By Aaa, The Prince Kuhio Is 9 Miles From Honolulu International Airport, 4 Miles From Downtown Honolulu, Steps To Waikiki Beach And Only 2 Blocks From The Honolulu Zoo, Kapiolani Park And Waikiki Aquarium. This Hotel Features Full Meeting And Banquet Facilities, Restaurants, A Lobby Bar, Business Center, Fitness Room And Concierge Level. Wayport High-speed Internet Access Is Available In All Guest Rooms And Meeting Space.
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 WAIKIKI BEACH MARRIOTT RESORT , 2552 KALAKAUA AVENUE - Honolulu, HI, United States
The Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort Is The Perfect Blend Of Hawaii's Aloha Spirit And Renowned Marriott Tradition. Located On Kalakaua Avenue, Just Across The Street From The World Famous Waikiki Beach, This Magnificent 5.3 Acre Property Recently Completed A $60 Million Renovation That Has Transformed This Landmark Hotel Into One Of Waikiki's Premier Resorts. The Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort Is Also Conveniently Located Within Easy Walking Distance Of Waikiki's Popular Attractions, Including The International Market Place, Honolulu Zoo, Kapiolani Park, And Diamond Head. Each Guest Is Greeted By Lush Landscaping And Water Features That Will Awaken The Senses.
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 WAIKIKI RESORT HOTEL , 130 LILIUOKALANI AVENUE - Honolulu, HI, United States
Welcome To The Waikiki Resort Hotel Only Steps Away From Waikiki's Gentle Surf. The World's Most Famous Beach Is Only A Minute's Walk From This Hotel's Doorstep. In This Beautiful Setting With Equally Famous Diamond Head As A Backdrop, You Can Swim In Waters That Are Calm And Crystal Clear. Local Attractions That Are Within Close Proximity Include The Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium And The Kapiolani Park & Bandstand. It's Simply The Best Value In The Heart Of Waikiki.
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 WAIKIKI ROYAL SUITES , 255 BEACH WALK - Honolulu, HI, United States
The Waikiki Royal Suites Is An Intimate All-suite Hotel Conveniently Located Only One Half Block From The Sparkling White Sands Of Waikiki Beach And The Majestic Halekulani. You'll Enjoy Breathtaking Views From The Privacy Of Your Lanai. Or Get Right Into The Heart Of The Action In Waikiki, Just Steps Away. A Glass Of Wine Or Beer From One Of The Two Hotel Restaurants Is A Great Way To Begin Your Evening. Or Stop By The Sushi Bar For A Quick Snack. Whatever You Do While You Are Here In Paradise, You Are Sure To Enjoy Your Stay At Waikiki Royal Suites.
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Holiday Inn WAIKIKI , 1830 ALA MOANA BLVD. HONOLULU, HI 96815
Just minutes away from all the excitement of Waikiki, 3 blocks from Waikiki Beach, 10 minute walk to Ala Moana Shopping Center and the Hawaii Convention Center.
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WAIKIKI GATEWAY HOTEL , 2070 KALAKAUA AVENUE - Honolulu, HI, United States
Located At The Entrance Of Waikiki, The Waikiki Gateway Hotel Is Surrounded By Restaurants, Shopping, And Parks. This Hotel Is Only A Few Minutes Walk To The White Sands Of Waikiki Beach. The Waikiki Gateway Hotel Offers A Free Daily Continental Breakfast, Free High-speed Internet Access, Free Discounts To Surrounding Restaurants And Activities, Fine Dining, Comfortable Accommodations And A Warm Friendly Staff Possessing True Aloha Spirit. This Hotel Is Perfectly Located On The Ewa (North) Side Of Waikiki In The Newly Developed "King Kalakaua District."
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RENAISSANCE ILIKAI WAIKIKI , 1777 ALA MOANA BLVD - Honolulu, HI, United States
The Renaissance Ilikai Waikiki Is A First Class Hotel, Perfectly Situated At The Gateway To Waikiki Which Provides Ideal Access To The World's Most Popular Beaches And The Best Known Attractions Of Honolulu. The Best Vacation Begins With A Destinations That Puts You Right Where You Want To Be, And The Renaissance Is That Place. Where You Are In The Town For Business Or Pleasure, This Hotel Is Your Destination Of Choice.
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CASTLE WAIKIKI SHORE , 2161 KALIA ROAD - Honolulu, HI, United States
Enjoy A Genuine Seaside Experience And Luxurious Condominium Living On World-famous Waikiki Beach. Waikiki Shore Is Truly A One-of-a-kind Property With Activities And Entertainment Abound. Located Next Door To Charming Fort Derussy Park And One Block From Lively Kalakaua Avenue, Guests Will Find Exclusive Shops, Trendy Restaurants And Lounges Just Steps Away. Castle Waikiki Shore Features Luxury Accommodations Coupled With Panoramic Views Of Waikiki Beach And The Pacific To Make You Stay As Memorable As It Should Be.
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