Is Oahu Expensive?

Is Oahu expensive to visit?

Oahu is a well-liked but higher-priced destination. It's generally considered to be a somewhat expensive destination, and our cost analysis agrees as the daily average travel price is $333. When compared to the rest of North America, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a somewhat more expensive place. It stands in the top 25% of cities in North America for its overall travel costs. This makes it comparable to West Palm Beach and Nantucket.

Honolulu, Hawaii

How expensive is Oahu?

Travelers spend an average of $333 per day when visiting Oahu (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Oahu here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Oahu?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Oahu costs around $999 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,997.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Oahu?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Oahu will cost around $2,330 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $4,661.

Oahu, Hawaii

Is it expensive to backpack in Oahu?

Oahu has a very limited selection of hostels and budget accommodation, so it's not the first place that comes to mind for backpackers looking for social and cheap accommodations. This makes it hard at times to travel here as a backpacker, so you'll have to be resourceful to travel on a tight budget here. Low-cost hotels are always an option, as are guesthouses or couch surfing options. The difficulties in finding budget accommodation are especially tough for solo travelers who might need to pay for the full price of a hotel room on their own. Otherwise, you can save money here by finding free activities, eating at low-cost restaurants or cooking your own food, and using public transportation when available.

Are hotels expensive in Oahu?

If you're considering hotel prices in Oahu, you'll find them to be fairly even and moderate in price compared to hotels in other cities. On average, a night in a hotel room here will set you back approximately $320. In Oahu, there are about 1 five-star hotels with an average nightly rate of $752. For a more affordable option, three-star hotels come in at an average of $1,806 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical choice at [2_STAR_PRICE] per night.

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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Oahu?

In Oahu, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $27 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $55.

• Bee Farm Ecotour and Honey Tasting in Waialua, North Shore Oahu: $135
• 30 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $284
• Private Honolulu Scooter Tour: $99
• Diamond Head Electric Bike Scenic Tour: $129
• 18 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $248
• Waikiki Whale Watch & Ocean Rafting Tour (Small-group): $95
• Spiritual Hawaiian Culture Tour from Honolulu: $293
• ATV Adventure in Hawaii by Da Mongoose EzRaider: $139

Is food expensive in Oahu?

In Oahu, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $52 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $58.

• Private Sunset Dinner Horseback Ride: $251
• Lunchtime Walking Food Tour in Honolulu: $99
• Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu: $179
• Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz: $225
• Sunset Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $107
• Honolulu Sunset & Fireworks Dinner Cruise: $129

Is transportation expensive in Oahu?

The prices of local transportation in Oahu can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $21 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $46. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.