FAQ: LOCATION/DIRECTIONS

1. Where is the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa located?

The university is located in a residential neighborhood called Mānoa

Valley, on the outskirts of the city of Honolulu. It is a 5-10 minute drive from Waikīkī and Ala Moana Center (a major shopping mall) and a 15 minute drive from downtown Honolulu. Our location is close to recreational and commercial areas and cultural activities. The Honolulu

International Airport is approximately 10 miles away.

2. How do I get from the Honolulu International Airport to the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa?

By taxi, the cost will be approximately $35, not including driver’s tip.

By car, follow these directions: ‹ Take Nimitz Hwy. ‹ Turn left onto Pu‘uloa Rd. ‹ Bear right onto H1 going east ‹ Exit University Ave. ‹ Turn right onto Dole St. ‹ Turn right onto Lower Campus Rd. into the parking structure

3. How do I get from my Waikīkī hotel to the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa?

By taxi, fares vary according to hotel; we are approximately 3 miles away from most of the hotels.

By car, follow these directions: ‹ Take Ala Wai Blvd. ‹ Turn right onto McCully St. ‹ Turn right onto Kapi‘olani Blvd. ‹ Turn left onto University Ave. ‹ Turn right onto Dole St. ‹ Turn right onto Lower Campus Rd. into the parking structure

4. What contact information can be provided?

Main Address: University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa 2444 Dole Street Honolulu, HI 96822

Phone: (808) 956-8111–University Switchboard

Admissions Office: University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa 2600 Campus Road, Rm. 001 Honolulu, HI 96822

Admissions Phone: (808) 956-8975

Admissions E-mail: uhmanoa.admissions@hawaii.edu