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About Zanzabar - Hawaii

Welcome to a comprehensive guide to the Zanzabar space in Waikiki, Honolulu. Once a lively nightclub in the heart of Kuhio Avenue, the venue closed in 2013 and the space was redeveloped into the Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. Today, guests explore the legacy of Zanzabar through the surrounding area, and the former space sits within a thriving hotel and dining district. This page provides practical details for visitors and locals alike, including parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you plan a seamless Waikiki outing.

Geography and background: Located at 2255 Kuhio Ave in the Waikiki Trade Center complex, this area remains a hub for nightlife-adjacent experiences, even as the original Zanzabar name lives on in history. The building footprint spans about 11,000 square feet, with an overall capacity historically around 1,000 attendees for events that defined an era of Hawaii nightlife, including notable blues and DJ performances. While the venue itself is no longer operating under the Zanzabar name, the Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach now occupies the space, maintaining the vibrant energy of the neighborhood.

Venue details
• Address: 2255 Kuhio Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 (Waikiki Trade Center) • Current use: Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach (within the former Zanzabar space) • Capacity (historical): ~1,000; building footprint ~11,000 sq ft Parking
There is ample validated parking available inside the Waikiki Trade Center, with convenient access for hotel guests and event attendees. Always confirm current validation terms at check-in or with the hotel front desk. Transit
The area is accessible via TheBus routes along Kuhio Avenue, including lines 2, 2L, 8, 13, 42, and E. Rideshare options and easy walking access from nearby hotels are common in this walkable Waikiki zone. Nearby hotels
• Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach – 349 Seaside Ave, within the same complex. A modern stay option steps from the former Zanzabar space. • Nearby lodging and boutique stays along Kalakaua Avenue and the International Market Place corridor offer additional choices for a night out in Waikiki. Nearby dining and nightlife ideas
Waikiki features a range of dining, casual to upscale. For a balanced evening, consider partners and local favorites highlighted in our affiliate program for convenient dining reservations and potential deals who align with your travel plans. Notes for history buffs
Zanzabar is remembered for an era of blues nights (e.g., Night Train Blues), retro-feeling dance parties, and performances by artists like Mann in 2011. The space continues to contribute to Waikiki’s dynamic cultural tapestry, even as the branding has evolved under Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. How we help you secure tickets and plans
If you’re looking to attend current events or pop-up experiences in the Waikiki area, we’ll connect you with trusted ticket options and local hospitality partners. Think of us as your friendly intermediary who makes the process easy and reliable, without pressure. Affiliates and resources
We partner with select hotels and dining venues to offer convenient packages and reservations. Check our recommended partners for hotels and restaurants with seamless access to Waikiki venues and the Hyatt property.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 2255 Kuhio Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 (Waikiki Trade Center).
  • Venue type: Nightclub in Waikiki; closed in 2013; space now part of Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach.
  • Capacity: Approximately 1,000 people (11,000 sq ft building footprint reported).
  • Parking: Plenty of validated parking inside the Waikiki Trade Center (public parking options historically tied to the venue).
  • Transit: Access via TheBus routes along Kuhio Avenue (e.g., 2, 2L, 8, 13, 42, E).
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, located at 349 Seaside Ave (within the former Waikiki Trade Center complex).
  • Notable events hosted (historical): Night Train Blues, Flashback shows, and other DJ/live acts; Mann performed there in 2011.
  • Renamed/demolished: The venue closed in 2013; the space was redeveloped into Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach (no longer a Zanzabar).