Known by locals as simply Moiliili, Mccully-Moiliili is a historic neighborhood that is a great option for anyone looking for a central location in Honolulu. Queen Kamamalu and her court once spent their summers swimming in the Kapaakea Springs in Moiliili. Today, Moiliili is located between the University of Hawaii at Mānoa and Waikiki, a neighborhood known for its iconic beaches and luxury high-rise hotels. Along with being just three miles away from Downtown Honolulu, the neighborhood is also directly east of Ala Moana, which is filled with shopping centers and big-box stores. Moiliili’s commercial district in the center of the neighborhood is filled with grocers, shops, and international restaurants serving everything from poke to pho. Moiliili has a wide variety of rental options available ranging from affordable apartments to luxury condos with views of the island.
This historic neighborhood also has a close-knit community.