- HNL (Daniel K. Inouye Intl) — ~5 miles from the terminal; 15–20 min by rideshare; direct flights from the mainland, Canada, and Asia
- Best area to stay: Waikiki — the quintessential Hawaiian experience; ~20 min from HNL, ~15 min from the port
- Closer to port: Downtown Honolulu or Ala Moana if you want to minimize embarkation morning travel time
- Night before: Waikiki Beach at sunset, dinner at a Chinatown restaurant, shave ice at Matsumoto's (if you day-trip to the North Shore)
- Time zone tip: Hawaii is 5–6 hrs behind the East Coast — arrive at least 1 full day early to adjust before your cruise
Editor's Picks – Port of Honolulu, Hawaii
Best Western - The Plaza Hotel
3253 North Nimitz Highway, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96819
Best Western - The Plaza Hotel is a convenient choice with ample parking and essential hotel features like a fitness center and outdoor pool. Located near Honolulu Airport, its perfect for travelers catching flights or heading to the nearby cruise port. While not directly cruise-related, it offers easy access to departure points. Guests can explore nearby attractions such as Pearl Harbor and Waikiki Beach, making it an ideal base for their Hawaiian adventure.
Port distance: 5.5
Port transfer: No
Airport transfer: Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM at scheduled times
Parking: No. Covered self parking on site ($)
Breakfast: Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM