If you love being near all the tourist spots, restaurants, and beaches are, Waikiki is a great choice. For a more relaxed, peaceful stay near our wedding venue, Ko Olina offers calm beaches and a slower pace. Just keep in mind — they are about an hour’s drive from each other, so plan your adventures accordingly!
Stay
Waikiki
If you would like to stay closer to all the tourist attractions:
Surf Jack | $200+
Marriott Hotels | $200+
Hilton Hotels | $200+
Moana Surfrider | $400+
Ko Olina
If you would like to stay close to the venue during the weekend:
Ko’Olina Beach Villas | $375+
Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club | $700+
Disney Aulani | $800+
Getting there
Flying
Fly into HNL (Daniel K. Inouye International Airport), the main airport on O‘ahu. It’s conveniently located in the middle of the island.
Getting an Uber, Lyft, or taxi to your hotel usually runs around $30–60, depending on where you’re staying. Fares and travel times may be higher if you’re heading to Ko Olina or traveling during peak hours (after 3 PM).
Getting around
We will be honest — there aren’t a lot of transportation options in Hawaii.
If you plan to explore more of O‘ahu beyond Waikiki or Ko Olina — East Side, North Shore, or other scenic spots around the island — we recommend renting a car. It’s easier, faster, and usually cheaper than calling Uber after Uber, leaving you more time to soak up the sun and enjoy the adventure.