Oahu
Pacific · Hawaii, USA
Best Months
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov
Rec. Nights
6 nights
Airports
HNL (Honolulu)
Avg. Cash
$187 - $310/night
Best Value
1.2¢via Hyatt
Overview
Oahu is the heart of Hawaii -- home to the iconic Waikiki Beach, the historic Pearl Harbor memorial, and the legendary North Shore surf breaks. Known as 'The Gathering Place,' Oahu blends the energy of Honolulu's urban scene with the laid-back aloha spirit of windward beaches and lush mountain trails.
For points travelers, Oahu is a dream destination with more major hotel chain properties than any other Hawaiian island. Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, and IHG all have multiple properties here, giving travelers extensive options across different budgets and point balances.
From surfing lessons in Waikiki to hiking Diamond Head at sunrise, snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, exploring Chinatown's food scene, or watching the pros ride 30-foot waves at Pipeline, Oahu offers more variety per square mile than perhaps any island on Earth. And as part of the United States, there are no passport requirements.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Oahu range from $187 to $310 per night. Points redemptions offer 1.23+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
12 properties in Oahu bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa | Hyatt | 20,000 | $284 | 1.4¢ | 0.0/10 | |
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa | Hyatt | 20,000 | $246 | 1.2¢ | 4.3/10 | |
Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach | Hyatt | 20,000 | $238 | 1.2¢ | 0.0/10 | |
Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club | Marriott | 84,000 | $773 | 0.9¢ | 0.0/10 | |
The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay | Marriott | 140,000 | $1,175 | 0.8¢ | 4.3/10 | |
The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki | Marriott | 69,000 | $531.05 | 0.8¢ | 4.2/10 | |
Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts | Hilton | 100,000 | $643.68 | 0.6¢ | 0.0/10 | |
Holiday Inn Express Honolulu | IHG | 29,000 | $175.75 | 0.6¢ | 0.0/10 | |
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki | Wyndham | 30,000 | $152.15 | 0.5¢ | 0.0/10 | |
Hampton Inn & Suites Oahu/Kapolei | Hilton | 70,000 | $346.97 | 0.5¢ | 0.0/10 | |
Airport Honolulu Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham | Wyndham | 30,000 | $150.5 | 0.5¢ | 0.0/10 | |
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort | Hilton | 80,000 | $324.07 | 0.4¢ | 0.0/10 |
Transfer Points Strategy
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Best Value
If you have Points:
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa
HyattHyatt (1:1)Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa
Cost20,000 pts/night × 6 nights = 120,000 Hyatt
Value$1,704 cash ÷ 120,000 pts= 1.4¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club
MarriottMarriott (1:1)Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club
Cost84,000 pts/night × 6 nights = 504,000 Marriott
Value$4,638 cash ÷ 504,000 pts= 0.9¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts
HiltonHilton (1:1)Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Cost100,000 pts/night × 6 nights = 600,000 Hilton
Value$3,862.08 cash ÷ 600,000 pts= 0.6¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
Holiday Inn Express Honolulu
IHGIHG (1:1)Holiday Inn Express Honolulu
Cost29,000 pts/night × 6 nights = 174,000 IHG
Value$1,054.5 cash ÷ 174,000 pts= 0.6¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have Points:
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
WyndhamWyndham (1:1)Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
Cost30,000 pts/night × 6 nights = 180,000 Wyndham
Value$912.9 cash ÷ 180,000 pts= 0.5¢
Transfer time: Instant
Recommended Activities
Curated experiences in Oahu
Adventure
Must-Do
Diamond Head Summit Hike
Hike the iconic volcanic crater for panoramic views of Waikiki, Honolulu, and the Pacific. Best at sunrise.
2 hours$5
HikersFamilies
Cultural
Must-Do
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Visitor Center — free tickets but book weeks in advance.
4 hours$0
History BuffsFamilies
Sightseeing
North Shore Surf & Food Tour
Drive the legendary North Shore, watch big wave surfing at Pipeline, and sample garlic shrimp from famous food trucks.
6 hours$120
FoodiesAdventure
Water
Hanauma Bay Snorkeling
Snorkel in a pristine marine sanctuary formed inside a volcanic crater, home to 400+ species of fish and sea turtles.
3 hours$25
FamiliesCouples
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov
Getting There
HNL (Honolulu)
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $187/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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