Aloha and welcome to Waikiki! Located on the south shore of Honolulu, this legendary neighbourhood is famous for once hosting Hawaiian royalty. Today, Waikiki is Oahu's main hotel and resort area and a vibrant gathering place for visitors from around the world. Being the third largest Hawaiian island, Oahu offers a modern fusion of east and west cultures rooted in the values and traditions of the Native Hawaiian people. Skip the hotels and come enjoy the privacy of your own vacation paradise in Waikiki. Accommodations vary from condo rentals, home vacation rentals and villas. Owner Direct offers visitors the best selection of vacation rentals to suite every budget and taste.

Beautiful Waikiki is a tourist hot spot as it is located on the warmer and drier Southwest shore. Visitors will enjoy the consistency of Oahu weather as the temperatures stay approximately the same throughout the year, averaging seventy to eighty five degrees at any given time. Waikiki is sure to deliver an enjoyable sunny Hawaiian beach vacation.

Waikiki is most famous for its beaches and almost every condo rental and vacation rental accommodation is just minutes away from the ocean. The calm waters of Waikiki are perfect for a beginner surfing lesson, long boarding, snorkeling or swimming. For a great place to swim without the tourist crowds, head to Ala Moana Beach Park, located between downtown and Waikiki.

Along the main strip of Kalakaua Avenue you’ll find world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, activities and resorts. Aloha Tower Marketplace is a must stop, this harbourfront two-storey marketplace, with over 75 open-air shops and kiosks, is home to many Hawaiian or only-in Hawaii shops. More shopping can be found at the Ala Moana Center, an open-air shopping mall that features many of the big name department stores and high end couture, it is truly a fashionistas haven.

You will find family fun activities everywhere on Oahu. Attractions in Waikiki such as the Honolulu Zoo, The Hawaiian Kids Discovery Centre, Hawaii Nature Centre, and the Waikiki Aquarium offer fun for the whole family. Best of all, Waikiki is within a half hour of a variety of Oahu attractions, including Pearl Harbor, Iolani Palace, the Nuuanu Pali Lookout and Hanauma Bay.

Nightlife options in Waikiki are endless, as Waikiki is one of the most energetic cities of all the islands. The Yard House in the Waikiki Beach Walk and RumFire in the Sheraton Waikiki are popular spots for locals and visitors alike. With so many bars, restaurants and venues to choose from in Waikiki your nights will be filled till the sun rises, just in time to take in one of the numerous 24 hour restaurants.

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