Where to Find the Best Arcade Games in Oahu

Ready to pāʻani? (Native Hawaiian for "play") Whether you're exploring Honolulu and Waikiki with your kids or you're an adult craving some nostalgic gaming fun, Oahu is a hotspot for both retro games — think classic pinball or old-school Mortal Kombat — and modern gaming like virtual reality (VR) experiences and ticket-redemption games. Relax and kick back with exciting gameplay, fun prizes, and a lively atmosphere — perfect for a break from the best beaches in Honolulu or as a rainy-day Oahu adventure!

 

The Best Arcades in Honolulu, Waikiki, and Oahu

Grab your tokens — from racous kid-friendly venues to arcade venues designed just for adults (with food and drinks to match) — these Oahu arcades will light up your inner (or literal) child.

 

1. Dave & Buster's

  • Location: 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard (a short 15-minute car drive or 20-minute Biki bike-sharing ride away from the centrally located Waikiki Resort Hotel)
  • What it is: Located in the heart of Ala Moana, it's a sports bar (this is a go-to spot for catching the biggest hockey, football, and basketball games), restaurant, and arcade playground all combined in one. They're regularly releasing new arcade games, including Top Gun Maverick and Godzilla VR.
  • Insider tips: Don't miss happy hour (4 pm-7 pm on weekdays, 10 pm and after on Sunday through Thursday) where cocktails and many food items are 50% off. Save even more with their "Eat & Play" package that gives you 90 minutes of game time with your meal.

 

2. Chuck E. Cheese

  • Location: There are many locations, with the nearest to Waikiki being 1199 Dillingham Boulevard (a 25-minute car drive from Waikiki).
  • What it is: Unlike Dave & Buster's, Chuck E Cheese is primarily kid-focused and renowned for its classic arcade games and kids' pizza party packages. Most arcade games dispense tickets that you can redeem for prizes.
  • Insider tips: Chuck E. Cheese Honolulu was part of the chain's $300 million renovation project and features an all-new environment and new arcades. Look for their new jumbo video wall plus an interactive light-up dance floor. If you plan on visiting multiple times, their fun pass is a better deal.

 

3. Fun Factory

  • Location: 4211 Waialae Avenue (a short 10-minute drive in Oahu's iconic Kahala neighborhood) or check out their sister store, Gotcha, in Waikiki (however, it's less arcade-focused and much smaller)
  • What it is: An arcade classic go-to, this location is part of a chain of gaming centers with roots reaching back to 1977. It has both stand-up arcade machines, plus ticket games and modern headliners like Surf League.
  • Insider tips: If you have children, uploading their report card gets them up to 40 free game tokens — a great way to save money at this Honolulu arcade.

 

4. Lucky Strike

  • Location: 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard
  • What it is: It's not only an action-packed Oahu arcade — it's also one of Honolulu's only boutique bowling alleys with a wide array of other things to enjoy, including outdoor seating, a sports bar, and an expansive food menu.
  • Insider tips: Honolulu magazine's reviewers raved that it was a "luxe, high-tech bowling alley" where you can "play and snack." Going on to call it a "hot spot," the magazine warns that "weekend nights are busy here — if you aren’t a fan of crowds, visit on a weekday afternoon or midday on a Saturday or Sunday."

 

It's All Fun and Play at the Waikiki Resort Hotel

After a day of arcade games, head back to your home away from home at the Waikiki Resort Hotel. We're at the center of Waikiki's fun activities and entertainment, including nightlife and the hottest activities and daytime excursions like surfing and paddleboarding. Visit us online or call us at 1-800-367-5116 to see why our location, friendly staff, convenience, and amenities give us top ratings among our guests.