Cheap Hotels
in Honolulu

Ala Moana Hotel sits directly adjacent to the Ala Moana Center — Hawaii’s largest shopping mall — and a short walk from Ala Moana Beach Park, one of Honolulu’s best local beaches. The location provides Waikiki proximity (10-minute walk) without Waikiki pricing, and the hotel’s connection to the shopping centre adds enormous convenience for dining and retail. For budget travellers who want a Honolulu base rather than a resort experience, the Ala Moana delivers clean rooms, excellent location, and significantly lower rates than Waikiki properties.

Courtyard by Marriott Oahu North Shore is the only branded hotel on Oahu’s legendary North Shore — providing a clean, reliable base at Marriott’s mid-range price point for travellers who want to explore the surfing mecca without the 90-minute round trip from Waikiki. Laie’s location puts you close to the Polynesian Cultural Centre and within easy reach of Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Haleiwa town. Bonvoy points work here, making it one of Oahu’s smartest budget plays for North Shore exploration.

Holiday Inn Express Waikiki delivers IHG’s reliable budget formula in the heart of Waikiki — clean rooms, complimentary breakfast, and a central location at the lowest branded-hotel price point on the strip. The free breakfast alone saves a family $50-80/day compared to Waikiki restaurant prices. IHG Rewards points provide additional value. The beach is a 10-minute walk, the Waikiki strip’s restaurants and shops are on the doorstep, and the no-frills approach means more budget for Pearl Harbor, the North Shore, and Oahu’s other attractions.

Queen Kapiolani Hotel delivers the best Diamond Head views in Waikiki at a budget price point — the rooftop pool, Deck bar, and ocean-view rooms face directly at Oahu’s most iconic landmark. The complete renovation transformed a dated property into a stylish, Hawaiian-cultural-themed boutique hotel with Liko Lehua restaurant and contemporary rooms. At $150-250/night with these views and this quality, it’s one of Waikiki’s smartest budget picks. Kuhio Beach is a short walk, and Kapiolani Park’s zoo and aquarium are next door.

Waikiki Resort Hotel provides a clean, no-nonsense Waikiki base at one of the strip’s lowest price points. The location on Kuhio Avenue is walkable to the beach (5 minutes), restaurants, and shopping. The rooftop pool offers mountain views, and the rooms are simple but well-maintained. For travellers who view their hotel as a place to sleep and shower between adventures, the Waikiki Resort Hotel delivers the essentials at an honest price.