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The Courtyard by Marriott Waikīkī Beach completes multi-million dollar renovation of all 405 rooms, upgraded lobbies and dining. Mid-tier hotels compete for selective travelers as Hawaii tourism faces modest growth.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location at Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing the 75-year-old local institution’s legendary Coco Puffs to Honolulu’s tourism corridor. The expansion marks the family bakery’s first venture into Waikiki’s evolving dining scene.
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Honolulu City Council voted 8-1 to direct HART to study extending Skyline rail to UH Manoa, Waikiki, and western Oahu. The feasibility studies could lead to billions in additional transit investments.
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Pepper Lunch is bringing its sizzling hot plate dining experience to two new Oahu locations in 2026: Hyatt Centric Waikiki and Kapahulu Avenue. The Japanese teppanyaki chain’s expansion follows strong performance at its first Hawaii restaurant that opened to massive crowds earlier this year.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location in Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing its famous coco puffs to the heart of tourist territory. The move marks a significant expansion for the 75-year-old local institution.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location in Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing its famous coco puffs and local comfort food to the heart of Hawaii’s tourist district. The expansion signals a broader shift toward featuring authentic local brands in Waikiki.
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Oahu single-family home sales surged 26% in March while the median price hit a record $1,199,500. However, homes are staying on the market 40% longer, indicating buyers are becoming more selective despite strong demand.
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New research shows the Ala Wai Canal could rise 2 feet by 2050, potentially bringing sewage-contaminated groundwater to Waikiki’s surface even without rain. The findings threaten Hawaii’s $17 billion tourism economy and iconic beaches.
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The Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach completed a multi-million dollar renovation of its 405-room property, updating guest rooms, dining, and public spaces to attract modern travelers. The investment signals confidence in Waikiki’s tourism recovery and mid-tier hotel market competition.
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DFS Hawaii closed its flagship Waikiki Galleria and airport locations in January, eliminating 183 jobs and leaving a 140,000-square-foot retail void on Kalakaua Avenue. The closure of the 30-year duty-free retail anchor reflects shifting tourist spending patterns and raises questions about Waikiki’s retail future.
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