🚗 Waikiki Parking Guide for Guests
Parking in Waikiki is limited and often expensive. Most hotels charge $30–$50+ per night, and availability can be tight.
Below are the most practical options nearby, from cheapest to most convenient.
🅿️ Best Value (Budget-Friendly Options)
Waikiki Banyan Parking Garage
2.5•Vacation Rentals
- ✔ One of the cheapest overnight options in Waikiki
- Approx: $15/day, $80/week, $140/month
- In/out privileges (rare in Waikiki)
- Unassigned parking (first come, first served)
👉 This is usually your best bet if you’re staying several nights.
Ala Wai Canal Street Parking
3.5•Parks
- ✔ Free parking
- ⚠ Limited availability + strict street cleaning rules
- ⚠ Not ideal overnight unless you understand signage
👉 Good for daytime or if you’re willing to hunt for a spot.
🅿️ Short-Term / Cheap Overnight (Limited Rules)
Ross Dress for Less Parking Garage Waikiki
- Roughly $10–$20 overnight (limited hours)
- ⚠ Must move car early morning
- ⚠ Not a true 24-hour solution
👉 Works if you just need a temporary overnight spot, not long-term.
🅿️ Central Public Garages (Convenient but Higher Cost)
Waikiki Parking Garage
3.0•Parking•Open
- ✔ Central location
- ✔ 24-hour access
- 💲 Around $40/day typical
Marina Parking Garage
3.6•Parking garage•Open
- ✔ Easy access near west Waikiki
- 💲 About $35/night
- ✔ 24-hour access
🅿️ Metered & Public Lots
Honolulu Zoo Parking
4.2•Zoo•Open
- 💲 Around $1–$1.50/hour
- ✔ Good daytime option
- ⚠ Must feed meter / time limits apply
⚠️ What Guests Need to Know (No Surprises)
- Parking is not guaranteed anywhere in Waikiki
- Most garages are first come, first served
- Many charge by calendar day, not 24 hours
- Street parking rules are strict → tickets & towing happen
- Hotel parking is easiest, but most expensive
✔️ Straight Recommendation
If you don’t want hassle:
- Use Waikiki Banyan for value
- Use Waikiki Parking Garage for convenience
If you’re trying to save money:
- Try Ala Wai (free) or Ross garage (short-term only)