Immerse Yourself in the Honolulu Festival: A Local Favorite
The Honolulu Festival stands as Hawaii’s foremost cultural celebration, fostering mutual understanding, economic cooperation, and ethnic harmony between Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. Drawing thousands of new and returning spectators annually, the festival offers a uniquely Hawaiian experience. Through the Honolulu Festival Foundation’s educa
Neighborhood Spotlight: Kapahulu
Edging the east side of Waikiki, the Kapahulu neighborhood is known for its iconic eats, locally owned boutiques, and surfer vibes. Stroll down the sunny sidewalks here and you’ll find a mix of mom-and-pop restaurants, sportswear shops, and nightlife hangouts. We’ve compiled a guide with our favorite spots along this bustling avenue, located just a [&hel
Explore Like a Local: Insider Tips for Discovering Oahu
What would a local do? Take a cue from Hawaii residents, known as kamaaina, who know where to find the most breathtaking scenery, delicious eats, and genuine cultural activities. Our staff here at Coconut Waikiki loves sharing tips for unique and immersive experiences to connect you with authentic Hawaii. Read on for a round-up of […]
Sustainability Spotlight: How to Travel Lightly in Waikiki
With stunning beaches, sparkling water and vibrant rainforests, there’s no doubt that Oahu’s natural resources are precious and worth protecting. As Earth Month approaches, we’ve rounded up some tips to help you travel sustainability and leave Waikiki better than when you arrived. Check off the list below to conserve, steward and malama (care for) Waik
History of Loco Moco and Where to Find The Best Loco Moco on Oahu!
LOCO MOCO! This “local grind” is a Hawaii staple that is popular for breakfast, lunch or dinner — a comfort food dish we are always craving that is made with a medley of ingredients that work so well together! So what is Loco Moco and where did the dish derive from? The original Loco Moco […]
June is National Pride Month and Honolulu’s Pride Month Coming Up in October!
Aloha! It’s June and that means it’s National Pride Month. So, what is Pride Month and why do we celebrate it every June? With celebrations occurring year-round across the nation and around the globe, the nation celebrates June as LGBT Pride Month in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan (which sparked the […]
AccesSurf’s 2022 Hawaii Adaptive Surfing Championships — Coming to Waikiki June 7–11!
Coconut Waikiki Hotel is proud to be a hotel partner for AccesSurf’s 2022 Hawaii Adaptive Surfing Championships, held June 7–11, 2022 in Waikiki. AccesSurf is a local non-profit that provides free beach access and ocean water sports for people with disabilities. Having access to the healing powers of the ocean and inclusion with community beach […
May is Military Appreciation Month!
May is Military Appreciation Month, a month-long observance to express our gratitude and honor all military members that are active duty, guard and reserve members and veteran service members of the past and present, and Memorial Day, (Monday, May 30), an American holiday dedicated to a day of remembrance and honoring to the men and […]
Places To Eat – Restaurants in Waikiki
Coconut Waikiki Hotel is situated in the center of Waikiki, a bustling neighborhood in Oahu, and across the Ala Wai Canal, boasting views of the beautiful waterway that runs through Honolulu. Needless to say, we are next to all the best places to eat and drink with Hawaii being a melting pot of cultures and […]
Happy Earth Month! Mālama ʻĀina – Care For The Land
Aloha ʻOhana! Happy Earth Month! It’s time for us to get together and “Invest In Our Planet,” this year’s Earth Day theme, which is on Friday, April 22, 2022. When visiting Hawaiʻi, we encourage you to “mālama ʻāina” (to care for the land). In Hawaiʻi there is a deep connection between the ʻāina (land) and […]