Downtown Honolulu and the Honolulu Executive Center serve as the main business district of a city of over half a million people.
Shadowed by the livelihood of Waikiki, the compact and nice downtown area is often overlooked by visitors.
The area is home to the State Capitol, which has unique architecture, and to the Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in the US. Both are open to visitors. Nearby, Chinatown, with its many colorful shops, restaurants and oriental market is also worth a visit.
Since tourists tend to prefer staying at the Waikiki area 3 miles away, downtown Honolulu hotels cater mainly to business travelers.
Selected Honolulu Executive Center Hotels Resorts: