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7 Best Airbnbs in Honolulu, Hawaii

Honolulu is a popular place for travelers to fly into when they visit Hawaii and plan a beach vacation. There are many high-end hotels and resorts that you can stay at in the city. But for a more intimate experience and to live more like a local, you might choose to stay in an Airbnb house, apartment, condo, or studio space.

To help you narrow down your options, here are some of the best Airbnbs in Honolulu for your next island vacation.

New Studio - Centrally Located in Waikiki Spacious with everything you need
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New Studio - Centrally Located in Waikiki

You’ll be in the center of Waikiki and two blocks from the beach when you book this Airbnb for two people. It is a studio space with a kitchenette, queen-size bed, private bathroom, and complimentary toiletries. Sit outside on the porch, and feel free to use the onsite 24-hour convenience store, laundromat, surf shop, and tour desk. Parking is available but comes at an extra fee. However, you don’t even need a car while staying here because everything is within walking distance.

Modern Clean Waikiki Studio Enjoy the views from the 17th floor
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Modern Clean Waikiki Studio

When you visit Honolulu, you and another person can stay in this studio rental unit with a king-size bed, full kitchen, pool on the fourth floor of the building, and laundry facilities. It is a furnished studio apartment on the 17th floor of the building with views of the beach and ocean. Parking is free for guests who stay here, and there’s an easy check-in and check-out process. Wi-Fi and a TV with standard cable are also provided.

Newly Renovated Studio Close to Waikiki Beach A beautiful space for your tropical trip
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Newly Renovated Studio Close to Waikiki Beach

Another studio for rent that is popular on Airbnb is this space that accommodates two guests. It is in a great location near Waikiki and Diamond Head, as well as the Kapiolani Farmers’ Market. You’ll be in a newly renovated studio that has a queen-size bed, TV, basic kitchen appliances, and an A/C system to keep you cool. The studio has an assigned parking space, and there are coin-operated laundry machines on the property. It’s across from Kapiolani Park, which is a convenient place to be for marathon runners and spectators.

Islander's Hideaway - Two Blocks to Beach A festive and fun getaway spot
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Islander's Hideaway - Two Blocks to Beach

Here’s a condo that is just two blocks from the ocean and centrally located in Waikiki. It is a great spot for two people and is near food trucks, entertainment, nightlife, and island activities. You’ll have this whole unit to yourself and enjoy 206 square feet inside the unit and the 44-square-foot lanai. The rental space is in a 12-story building that has residential and vacation units and is just two blocks from the beach.

Beautiful 1-Bedroom Luxury Condo High-end appliances and furnishings here
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Beautiful 1-Bedroom Luxury Condo

Here’s a one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo in the heart of Waikiki with top-of-the-line appliances and furnishings. It’s a great spot for up to three people and has a full kitchen, free Wi-Fi, and parking. There is an amenity deck on the sixth floor with a pool, tennis court, basketball, and other activities. You can walk one block to Waikiki Beach from here while enjoying full access to the entire condo and the building amenities too. Renting an Airbnb like this one is a great way to save money on vacation because there are no resort fees or parking fees.

Kailua Beach Park One-Bedroom Cottage So close to the beach and ocean
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Kailua Beach Park One-Bedroom Cottage

Four travelers can stay in this one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage that’s right across the street from Kailua Beach Park. You can walk into the ocean within about two minutes and have a quiet and calm stay in the home. It’s ideal for just two people but can sleep up to two adults and two children. A travel crib is available for little ones. There is a kitchenette with basic appliances and a full tub with a shower in the bathroom. Your rental is an entire part of a house that has a private entrance and reserved parking space.

Clean & Comfy Studio in the Heart of Waikiki Go for a swim at this cozy condo
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Clean & Comfy Studio in the Heart of Waikiki

In less than five minutes, you can walk from this cozy studio to Waikiki Beach and shops. It is equipped with a queen-size bed, sofa bed, basic kitchen appliances, flat-screen TV, and even a surfboard that you can use – free of charge. Other features are the shared pool, laundry machines, and Wi-Fi. The zoo, aquarium, Kapi’olani Park, and the Waikiki Shell are all located close by for entertainment.

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