Book Hawaii Island hotels

If you don’t have a lot of time to pick a dreamy seaside destination, the easy—and easy-going—choice is Hawaii. Made up of eight main islands, this American oasis is home to photo op-ready beaches, a fun-loving Polynesian heritage and nightlife that’s bookended by unbeatable sunsets and sunrises. Dig in to delicious island cuisine or go bottoms up with the regional favourite cocktails, mai tais. Fill your itinerary with historic tours, beautiful views and island events in the only state where every visitor gets lei-ed at least once.

Speaking of…lay your head down in cosy Hawaii hotels ranging from fancy-pants luxury to adventure-ready and simple. You’ll find heaps of accommodation on all of the eight main islands, from the northern villages of Kauai to the southern coast of the Big Island. You really don’t have to choose and commitment is hard, so book Hawaii accommodation on multiple islands and catch the next wave to “The Aloha State.”

Things to Do in Hawaii

With almost 400 beaches in Hawaii, you could fill several holidays sprawled face-down on a towel. For an even bake, don’t forget to flip over. If you want to save time for a trip to the USS Arizona Memorial in Honolulu or a hike out to the peaceful Waimea Canyon, you’ve got to narrow your beach options down significantly. Swap the shoreline for shopping at Waikiki Beach in Honolulu on the southern coast of Oahu. If you’ve just got to try hula dancing in its natural habitat, sway your hips over to Lahaina Beach in Maui. Snorkellers will find some of the best dives in Kealakekua Bay on the Big Island, so grab some gear and prepare to hop—or more realistically, float—between islands. When you want to turn up the heat, head to nightclubs on the Koala Coast or downtown Honolulu, or you can always spend an arvo exploring the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. Otherwise, hang out at a beach bonfire before tucking into one of the waterfront hotels in Hawaii.

Getting To & Around Hawaii

Many of the main islands have an airport, but Honolulu International Airport (HNL) offers easy access to top sights and accommodation in Hawaii. With numerous intercontinental flights each day, Honolulu is a great starting place no matter where you’re flying from. If you’d rather stick to one or two islands, booking one of lastminute.com.au’s awesome Hawaii car hire deals will give you freedom and scenic drives. To hop from island to island, catch a ferry and enjoy the views as you float by.

Best Time to Visit Hawaii

The weather is always gorg, so booking holidays to Hawaii is a good choice year-round, though the busiest season is during June through August. If you can’t get away during that season, don’t worry. Off-peak travellers find ample openings at Hawaii accommodation while joining annual festivals, which fill the island state’s calendar, from the Honolulu Festival in March to Kauai’s Festival of Lights in December. So, seriously, score some ridiculously good-looking deals with lastminute.com.au today and you could be tanning on the beach in no time.