Often called "The Gathering Place" by locals and tourists, Oahu is Hawaii's third largest island, as well as being the state's most populated area. Oahu is the only true metropolitan area in Hawaii, and, as such, is a popular tourist spot for its idyllic tropical location. Oahu also has the most festivals in the state of Hawaii, with cultural celebrations like the King Kamehameha Floral Parade, Prince Lot Hula Festival, and the Hawaii Food and Wine Festivals. Tourists enjoy staying at the Turtle Bay Resort and the J.W. Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa at Ko Olina because these hotels in Oahu have comfortable accommodations and great service.

Oahu Quick Picks and Tips

Convention

The Hawaii Convention Center found in Honolulu's downtown area has multi-purpose function rooms that cater to conferences, parties, and other events at the convenience of being close to Oahu hotels.

Dining

Famous restaurants such as Alan Wong's Restaurant, Roy's Waikiki, and Sam Choy's Breakfast, Lunch & Crab serve some of the best dishes in the city. Guests at an Oahu hotel will surely crave for more, once they visit these amazing restaurants.

Shopping

The Ala Moana Shopping Center has more than 200 stores that meet any Oahu hotel tourist's need to have a fulfilling shopping experience.

Major Points of Interest

The Polynesian Cultural Center, the USS Arizona National Memorial, and the Bishop Museum are popular tourist attractions because they display some of Hawaii's most valued historic items.

Beaches

Tourists enjoy visiting the Kailua Beach Park, Sunset Beach, Lanikai Beach, and Ala Moana Beach Park to swim, surf, and have fun.