Experience true adventure in Honolulu, Hawaii

In Hawaiian, the name Honolulu translates to “place of shelter.” For many travelers, Honolulu is just that — a place to escape, relax and soak up the beautiful Hawaiian sun. The first step to planning your Hawaiian getaway is finding a cheap hotel in Honolulu. While Hawaii can be an expensive place to visit, you can find hotel deals in Honolulu if you book your travel through the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia®. The top travel site for AARP members, the AARP Travel Center features cheap hotel deals along with exclusive senior hotel discounts. Want to save even more? Book your hotel, airfare, car rental and activities together, and watch your travel savings add up.

Finding the best hotel deals in Honolulu — cheap hotels to luxury resorts

Out of all of the Hawaiian Islands, Oahu offers the widest variety of hotel options — from cheap hotels to suite hotels to upscale beachfront resorts. Most Honolulu hotel deals can be found on or near Waikiki Beach, the most popular and action-packed beach in Hawaii. To get the best discounts on Honolulu hotels, you can book in the low season, which is April to June and September to mid-December. If your dates are not flexible, don’t worry. With help from the AARP Travel Center, you can find cheap hotels in Honolulu all year long.

Hotel discounts in Waikiki — the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii

Each year, more than 5 million tourists visit the Hawaiian island of Oahu, and the vast majority stay in a hotel on Waikiki Beach, an action-packed beachfront neighborhood complete with a wide range of lodging options, restaurants, shops, galleries and entertainment venues. This world-famous stretch of Hawaiian beachfront is home to some of the best hotels in Honolulu. To get the best hotel specials, book your Honolulu hotel through the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia®. 

Deals and discounts on Honolulu’s top attractions

Honolulu offers so many things to do, places to see, and beaches to explore, it’s hard to figure out where to start. A good place to begin your vacation planning is at the AARP Travel Center. Think of us as your Honolulu travel experts. We’re ready to help you create an itinerary filled with all the best Honolulu attractions — along with discounts on activities, tours, excursions and more.

Honolulu attractions — Pearl Harbor, Diamondhead, museums and more

Unlike most other Hawaiian beach destinations, Honolulu is a lively city with world-class attractions, shopping, museums and historic landmarks. So when you’re ready to take a break from the beach, Honolulu offers a long list of attractions to fill your day. Visit the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. Take in the sensational view at the top of Diamondhead. View the world’s greatest collection of Hawaiian cultural artifacts at the Bishop Museum. End your day with a traditional luau on the beach. Be sure to book your activities through the AARP Travel Center to get the best deals and discounts in Honolulu.

Exploring the rest of Oahu — North Shore, Makiki Valley and beyond

Are you ready to escape the city and explore the rest of the island? Then rent a car and explore the countryside. Be sure to book through the AARP Travel Center to ensure you get low rates on your Honolulu car rental. With keys in hand, hop in the car and head to the North Shore. Just an hour’s drive from Honolulu, North Shore offers a change from the action-packed pace of Honolulu, complete with rolling hills and magnificent beaches. Next, venture into the virgin rain forest of the Makiki Valley. Then explore the arid landscape of the South Shore with its prickly cacti and uncrowded beaches. Interested in booking a hotel in any of these areas? Visit the AARP Travel Center for the best hotel specials on the island.

Honolulu vacation packages — book together and save.

Are you ready to save even more on your Honolulu vacations? Then book your hotel, airfare and car rental together. By booking all of your travel through the AARP Travel Center, you’ll get low rates plus your AARP discounts.