Nearby Attractions

Honolulu city life.

Being at the heart of it all definitely has its advantages. Take a stroll and treat yourself at Ala Moana Shopping Center, the largest open-air shopping center in the country. Put your balancing skills to the test with stand-up paddle boarding in some of the calmest waters on the island. Or hit the Waikiki streets and pay a visit to the father of modern surfing. With so much to do, so close by, you’ll never find yourself idly sitting by – unless you’re working on your tan.

Nearby Attractions

Ala Moana Beach Park/Magic Island
Just a 10-minute walk from the hotel, Ala Moana Beach Park is known for its beautiful surroundings and calm waters – perfect for snorkeling, swimming and stand-up paddle boarding. Best of all, it’s located right across from the famous Ala Moana Shopping Center.

Ala Moana Shopping Center
Known as the largest open-air shopping center in the United States, Ala Moana has more than 200 stores featuring products ranging from international designer brands to locally made products. Plus, a wide variety of restaurants, bars, and live entertainment at the famous Center Stage – just a few blocks away.

Waikiki Beach
Snorkeling, sailing, surfing and boogie boarding are but a few of the many activities that await in the warm and refreshing waters of the Pacific Ocean. Not to mention the famed bronze statue of Duke Kahanamoku, “The father of modern surfing.” Only two miles south of the hotel.

International Market Place
An island tradition, the International Market Place features more than 130 carts, shops and artisan stands in an open-air setting. A definite must-see right in the heart of Waikiki.

Ward Center
From shopping and dining to movies and special events, Ward Center provides a mix of fun and entertainment for the entire family.

National Cemetery of the Pacific (Punch Bowl)
A national memorial to the servicemen of World War II, Punchbowl provides a breathtaking view of Honolulu from Pouwaina lookout and is about a mile north of the Pagoda Hotel.

Harold Lyon Arboretum
Known as the only University botanical garden located in a United States tropical rainforest, the 200-acre Lyon Arboretum and botanical garden serves as a center for educational activities on plants, arts, culture and sciences.

Foster Botanical Garden
As the oldest botanical garden in Hawaii, this serene oasis sits on nearly 14 acres of lush landscaping, boasting one of the nation’s largest collection of tropical plants – with close to 10,000 species in all.

Round Top/Tantalus Drive
Getting here is half the fun. Once you’ve conquered the twists and turns of Round Top Drive, 360-dgree panoramic views extending from Diamond Head to Ewa Beach await you. And, come nightfall, the Honolulu city lights are a must-see.

Kawaiaha‘o Church
Representing the movement from old Hawaii to new Hawaii, Kawaiaha‘o Church, the “Stone Church” stands as the first Christian church to be built on Oahu with coral hewn from ocean reefs.

Children’s Discovery Center
This world-class, interactive center provides a participatory learning environment designed to inspire and encourage children and the young-at-heart to discover, imagine and dream through unique exhibits like Tot Spot, Fantastic You and Hawaiian Rainbows.