Where in Hawaii do cruise ships dock?

Here are the six Hawaii cruise ports that cruise ships can dock or tender at:
  • Honolulu Pier 2 Cruise Terminal on Oahu (minutes from Waikiki Beach)
  • Port of Hilo on the Big Island (Hilo, East Hawaii)
  • Kailua Pier (tender port) in downtown Kailua-Kona, Big Island.
  • Kahului Harbor in north-central Maui.




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On six Hawaii cruises, I have liked starboard side, for the view coming into Honolulu, Hilo, and Kauai. These are early morning views, like 5am to 7am. If you are a late riser, you might like port better, for the reverse view when leaving. Either way, enjoy!

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Formerly known as Honolulu International Airport, Daniel K Inouye International Airport is about a 20-minute drive from the Honolulu cruise port.

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By taking a Hawaiian cruise, you will maximize your time on each island and get to see and do more. Plus, cruising from one island to the next provides fantastic ocean views and allows you to relax, unwind, and enjoy some downtime between excursions. You may even see a pod of dolphins during your journey.

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Taking a cruise is far cheaper overall than flying into the islands and booking a hotel stay. Not only do you get the already paid for food from the cruise ship, but you also get to see all the islands.

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Vacationing in Hawaii can be expensive because of the high cost of living on the islands. The cost of goods and services is higher than most other places due to its remote location, limited resources, and lack of competition.

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