Hawaii 2026: The Ultimate Happy Hour Guide
Last Updated: February 28, 2026
When visiting Honolulu, you naturally want to taste your way through as many of the island’s popular and trendy restaurants as possible. But let’s face it—dining out for a full-course meal at every stop in paradise can quickly add up.
Happy Hour is the perfect island hack. It’s the ideal way to transition from a long day at the beach, grab a light early dinner, or kick off a night out on the town. Many top-tier restaurants offer incredible deals on craft cocktails, local brews, and signature appetizers during the late afternoon.
To help you maximize your vacation budget, we’ve compiled a list of must-visit Happy Hour spots conveniently located right near your Waikiki Trolley stops. Hop off the trolley and use this guide to enjoy delicious local flavors and tropical drinks at a fraction of the regular price!
Note: Happy Hour offerings and times are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Waikiki & Central Area
Hours: Daily 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Bar Only)
Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg C, Level 3
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza
Hours: Daily 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Waikiki Business Plaza, 19th Floor
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza
Hours: Mon – Fri 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Bar Only)
Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg C, Level 1
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ② Duke Kahanamoku Statue
Hours: Daily 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg B, Level 3
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza
Hours: Mon – Fri 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Excludes Holidays)
Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg B, Level 3
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza
Hours: Daily 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Bar Only)
Location: Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg C, Level 3
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza
Kuhio Ave & Lewers St Area
Hours: Daily 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Excludes holidays/special events)
Location: The LAYLOW, Autograph Collection
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza or Pink Line – ⑤ Marukame Udon
Hours: Daily 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Note: Temporarily closed on Tue/Wed since Jan 2026.
Location: Duke’s Lane Market & Eatery
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza or Pink Line – ⑤ Marukame Udon
Hours: Daily 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: 342 Seaside Ave
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza or Pink Line – ⑤ Marukame Udon
Hours: Daily 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach, 1st Floor
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza
Hours: Mon – Fri 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM / Sun – Thu 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Outrigger Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel, 2nd Floor
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ② Duke Kahanamoku Statue
Hours: Daily 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza
Hours: Mon – Fri 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM / Sun – Wed 10:30 PM – Close (Drinks only)
Location: Waikiki Beach Walk, 1st Floor
Trolley Stop: Pink Line – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza or ⑧ Hokulani Waikiki
Hours: Daily 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Bar Only)
Location: Waikiki Beach Walk
Trolley Stop: Pink Line – ① Waikiki Shopping Plaza or ⑧ Hokulani Waikiki
Ala Moana & Ena Road Area
Hours: Mon – Fri 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: 1765 Ala Moana Blvd
Trolley Stop: Pink Line – ⑪ Ilikai Hotel / Green Line – ⑩ Prince Waikiki / Red Line – ⑭ Ala Moana Beach Park
The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood
Hours: Daily 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Drinks until 7:00 PM) (Lounge Only)
Location: Ala Moana Hotel, 36th Floor
Trolley Stop: Pink Line – ⑩ Ala Moana Center or Red Line – ⑭ Ala Moana Beach Park
Hours: Daily 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM / 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Excludes Holidays)
Location: Castle Ilikai Marina, 1st Floor
Trolley Stop: Pink Line – ⑪ Ilikai Hotel
Hours: Daily 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Prince Waikiki, 3rd Floor
Trolley Stop: Green Line – ⑩ Prince Waikiki or Pink Line – ⑪ Ilikai Hotel
East Waikiki & Diamond Head Area
Hours: Daily 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Queen Kapiolani Hotel, Lobby
Trolley Stop: Red/Pink/Kakaako Lines – ③ The Twin Fin Hotel / Blue Line – ④ Waikiki Aquarium / Green Line – ③ Monsarrat Ave
Hours: Daily 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Kaimana Beach Hotel
Trolley Stop: Blue Line – ④ Waikiki Aquarium
Hours: Daily 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Bar & Lounge Only)
Location: Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Trolley Stop: All Lines – ② Duke Kahanamoku Statue
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