The holidays are upon us and Waikiki is starting to look festive! Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk is surrounded by shops, restaurants and entertainment venues which are all getting dressed up for the season. Whether you are searching for holiday gifts, souvenirs or sweet treats, we invite you to shop from local entrepreneurs to show your support for our island community. Here are just a few of our favorite neighbor businesses:
Photo Courtesy of Honolulu Cookie Company
227 Lewers Street at Waikiki Beach Walk
Stock up on cookie tins and gift boxes featuring designs by local Hawaii artist, Jana Lam. These too-cute, pineapple-shaped shortbread cookies come in holiday flavors, such as Peppermint Macadamia, Dark Chocolate Peppermint Macadamia and White Chocolate Ginger Spice, plus a new Holiday Confetti flavor.
Photo Courtesy of House of Mana Up
2201 Kalakaua Avenue at Royal Hawaiian Center
Browse a selection of food, fashion, home, beauty and art products that highlight the ingredients, cultures and textiles found here in Hawaii. All products are made by local, up-and-coming entrepreneurs and artisans.
227 Lewers Street at Waikiki Beach Walk
This surf apparel shop is a sustainable steward of the ocean. Find cool tees, hoodies, hats and more, including a product line dedicated to Lahaina. Started in Maui, the company lost two store locations in the August 2023 fires in Lahaina.
Photo Courtesy of Koawood Ranch
2330 Kalakaua Avenue at International Market Place
The elegant Koa wood gifts sold at this shop are grown, milled and handmade – sourced from a ranch on Hawaii Island. Proceeds are reinvested into a conservation program to protect Hawaii's forests and this rare, cherished wood varietal.
Photos Courtesy of SoHa Living
226 Lewers Street at Waikiki Beach Walk
Founded by two sisters from East Oahu, this pair of lifestyle boutiques offer gifts galore. Think: island-inspired stationery, gourmet salts & spices, trendy totes, diffusers and candles, plus a whole store dedicated to all things that kids love.