About this Location

Facility Overview

Ala Wai Boat Harbor Parking, operated by Secure Parking Hawaii, is situated at 1651 Ala Moana Boulevard, ideally positioned at the vibrant western gateway to Waikiki. This expansive open-air surface parking facility borders the historic Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, offering exceptional accessibility and scenic marina surroundings. Because the lot is completely open-air without ceiling beams or low overhead barriers, it boasts virtually unrestricted vertical clearance, making it an excellent parking choice for standard passenger cars, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, tall commercial vans, and vehicles carrying rooftop surfboard racks or luggage boxes. Marked bays are well-delineated, and wide maneuvering lanes facilitate stress-free entry, parking, and exit maneuvers.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically situated between Waikiki\'s bustling resort strip and the Ala Moana district, this facility offers immediate pedestrian access to a wealth of world-class attractions, waterfront activities, and dining destinations:

Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites and The Modern Honolulu: Located just a 2 to 4-minute walk (under 300 yards) across the harbor frontage.
Hilton Hawaiian Village & Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon: Within a convenient 5 to 7-minute walk, providing easy access to Friday night fireworks, ocean rentals, and tranquil lagoon waters.
Ala Moana Center: The largest open-air shopping center in the world is only a 10 to 12-minute walk (approx. 0.5 miles) to the west across the Ala Wai Canal bridge.
Magic Island & Ala Moana Beach Park: A leisurely 8 to 10-minute stroll away, ideal for joggers, picnic-goers, and sunset enthusiasts.
Hawaii Convention Center: Approximately a 12 to 15-minute walk (0.6 miles) up Kalakaua Avenue and Kapiolani Boulevard.
Marina Charters & Catamaran Excursions: Direct immediate access to harbor slips hosting catamaran sailing trips, fishing charters, and sunset cruises.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to the harbor lot is via Ala Moana Boulevard and Hobron Lane onto the harbor access roads. Ingress and egress are straightforward, bypassing much of the congested interior grid of Waikiki. For public transit connections, multiple high-frequency lines of TheBus (Routes 8, 19, 20, 23, and 42) stop directly along Ala Moana Boulevard outside the harbor entrance, linking visitors seamlessly to Downtown Honolulu, Chinatown, Honolulu International Airport (HNL), and eastern Waikiki. Proximity to the H-1 Freeway via McCully Street and Punahou exits ensures convenient regional road access across Oahu.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious Surface Parking: Uncovered open-air stalls eliminate low-clearance worries for oversized vehicles, trucks, and roof-rack accessories.
Automated Digital Payment: Convenient on-site automated pay kiosks supporting credit/debit cards as well as mobile payment apps (such as ParkMobile or QR-code based web pay).
ADA Accessible Stalls: Marked accessible parking bays conveniently located close to harbor docks and primary pedestrian walkways.
24/7 Access: Continuous around-the-clock availability for early-morning surfers, day-trippers, and overnight resort guests.
Well-Illuminated Grounds: Regular lighting throughout the marina lot enhancing visibility and evening convenience.

Ideal For

Resort & Hotel Guests: Cost-effective alternative to costly hotel valet tariffs at nearby resorts such as the Ilikai, Prince Waikiki, and Hilton Hawaiian Village.
Boaters & Ocean Excursionists: Prime parking for sailing enthusiasts, charter fishing crews, dive operators, and catamaran passengers embarking from Ala Wai Harbor slips.
Beachgoers & Surfers: Direct access to the famous Bowls and Kaisers surf breaks, Duke Kahanamoku Beach, and Magic Island.
Shoppers & Convention Attendees: Strategic staging point for day trips to Ala Moana Center and Hawaii Convention Center events.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Space demand can surge on Friday evenings due to the weekly Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks show, as well as during sunny weekend mornings when surfers converge on the south shore breaks. Drivers are advised to note their vehicle license plate number accurately when paying at automated kiosks or mobile payment apps, as parking sessions are monitored digitally by vehicle registration. To prevent break-ins common in tourist beach areas, always secure your vehicle and keep beach gear, luggage, and personal valuables completely out of sight.