a day in Honolulu

Hawaii has a collection of some of the most beautiful islands in the world. From luau's to fine dining there is so much to do on the island of Oahu. Not to mention some of the best surfing is found here.

With Hawaii being considered a 'state of America' they still use the American dollar, so not only is it expensive if you aren't from the US but with it being an island everything is imported which makes everything even more expensive.

I was only here for a quick layover on my way to Australia, but luckily I had some friends who picked me up from the airport and let me stay with them for the time being and showed me around. This is what I gathered during my time,

Budget Accommodations:

The Beach Waikiki Boutique Hostel $50 per night

Polynesian Hostel Beach Club Waikiki $40 per night

Air BnB $30+

Camping $25+

Average Accommodations:

Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel $200 per night

Surf Jack Hotel And Swimclub $250 per night

Ohana Waikki Malia $235 per night

Ramada Plaza By Wyndham $255 per night

Treat Yourself Accommodations:

Hilton Hawaiian Village $353 per night

Turtle Bay Resort $445 per night

Halekulani $850 per night

Aulani Disney Resort $800 per night

Coffee Shops:

Arvo

Kona Coffee Purveyors & Patisserie

Gorillas in the Cafe

Sunrise Shack

Breakfast:

Koko Head Cafe

Goofy Cafe And Dine

Rainbow Drive In

Leonard's Bakery

Haleiwa Bowls (Acai Bowls)

Lanikai Juice Haleiwa (Acai Bowls)

Lunch/Dinner:

Romy's Kahuku Prawns & Shrimp

Helena's Hawaiian Food

Fresh Catch

Aiea Bowl

Best Things To Do:

Hike Diamond Head Crater

Learn To Hula

Swim At Lanikai Beach

Polynesian Cultural Center

Surfing At The North Shore

Climb The Stairway To Heaven (legally)

Doors Off Helicopter Ride

Crouching Lion Hike

Manoa Falls

Snorkel Hanauma Bay

Waikiki Beach