Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam

One of the most beautiful bases ever … Nice beach, sweet people and clean… I’m never going to forget my visit to this place … Thank you for making my stay memorable

My first visit to Hawaii was pulling into Honolulu Harbor on my first US Navy ship in 1989. We manned the rails in honor of those who gave their lives on DEC 7^th 1941. It is a very moving experience that unfortunately you can only get pulling in on a US Navy warship. Passing by those who paved the way for you is an incredible experience. Knowing your floating by hero’s who put their own lives aside to save their shipmates can bring even the harden sailor to tears. I had the pleasure of pulling into Peal Harbor 6 times. I have visited the Arizona and it doesn’t come close to the 6 experiences I had passing by my fallen brothers.
Since retiring from the Navy I have had the honor of serving as a contractor for the Navy since 2008. I have been doing work on the Joint Base since 2009. The Joint Base is full of history form the Air Force side to the Navy side. No matter where you are on the base they embrace the history that embodies the hollowed ground.
As a former sailor a stop in Hawaii was the final stop on deployment before returning to San Diego. It was one of the highlights of the deployment. The base is set up to make those who serve at sea feel at home. They have the NEX close to the ship piers and on the Sub side have a small NEX for them to shop at making it convenient for them also.
The Air Force has a really nice beach area and the views are stunning as the water is so blue. Due to size and mission the conveniences are not that of the Navy side. They do have a fairly large AFEES shopping area and small commissary which is nice for the folks assigned to that side of the Joint Base.
To those who have the honor and privilege of visiting the Joint Base enjoy the deep history that lays before you. From Ford Island, Pearl side and Hickam side history is a all round you. From the bullet holes from the Japanese fighters that the don’t hide mainly seen on the Hickam side to the newly remolded Air Control tower on Ford Island. I have been on every Navy base in the World and none of them come close to the historical value as the Joint Base. The next closest base in the small Navy base for the USS Constitution.
I look forward to my next visit to Hawaii and to a visit to the Joint Base. I love the rich history and the amazing thoughts that go through your mind as you imagine what those sailors and airman went through on the fateful day.

The view is stunning from the beach to the ships. I like to watch the sunset from the Hickam side near sam choys, the beach is not crowded.

If I’m trying to get away from the mad crowd of Waikiki. This is the place I go to enjoy the beach and the surf. They’ve got everything covered here, i.e. a restaurant, bar and a rental facility for any water activities.

Great base, has one of the biggest gyms on the island.
Highly recommend visiting during fleet week. Its open to the public and you will have a chance to board ships from different countries around the world as well as ask the crew members infinite questions about their ships!

I have only been to a handful of bases, mostly on this island. Pearl Harbor-​Hickam is one of my favorite installations.
I love that they have shuttles to take you all over the installation and to the exterior exchange. I love that there are restaurants all over the installation that are unique to the island. Fatburger? here on Pearl. Sam Choy’s? Here on Hickam. The gyms are the best military gyms on the island. They have two commissaries! You really can’t beat that. I love that the majority of their housing is off base. It really streamlines the traffic at the gate for working hours.
Almost like every installation on the island, the history holds true here. If you have base access, it is worth driving over onto Ford Island and enjoying your journey back in time.

Couldn’t ask for more when it comes to a military installation.

Great low key spot. If you can get on base… I highly recommend this theatre for movies. I thought that it was going to be cheesy but I was wrong. The seats are comfy and you would never think that you were at a theatre on base. There isn’t much to the snack bar… so I recommend that you eat before you go. However, for $ 4 this is a steal.

Beautiful base. The roads are a bit run down in comparison to the Hickam side, and the traffic can be pretty awful during peak times. It is fun to drive around and look at all of the giant ships and subs in the harbor. Pearl Harbor is home to Sharkeys theater and some good little bars and shops, definitely more to offer than Hickam side in that respect.

(predominantly for the Hickam side of the base)
I am a frequent visitor to the base and don’t find too much fault with it. It is really very pretty and well maintained. There is a lot of natural beauty and I appreciate that they have done their best to preserve it. The static displays (airplanes) are awesome. I never get tired of looking at them. They would be an awesome photo opportunity, especially for the little ones.
This base is chock full of amenities for the entire family. From playgrounds to libraries and gyms to a beach this place has it all. You could stay on base and not get bored for days. Housing is nice… particularly the newer housing. I have not been inside the older units but I can attest to the fact that the interior of the new ones are really comfortable and modern.
Why not 5 stars? Security is not always the quickest and there can be a pretty decent line at the entrance depending on the time of day. In addition, it can be kind of confusing to navigate around the base. I will be the first to admit that I am directionally challenged but this base takes it to a whole new level. GPS is pointless here so make sure you get directions from the person/​business/​office you are trying to find. It is a long drive back to the front gate to get directions. Maybe that is why the lines can be so long?
All in all this is a really nice base on so many different levels. Whether you are moving here or just swinging by the exchange for a few items this base really provides for an enjoyable visit!

Im on my way to live over there for the next three years on the 15^th of feb. doesnt any one know where i can get revies on the houseing over there? the website doesnt say much on interior,

Besides working here, this base has everything you need in a small area. McDonalds, Popeyes, BK, 2 mini mart, auto shop, gas station… etc. As long as you can get on base you don’t have to leave for much.

i wish that i lived on base. beautiful houses, buildings, and décor. great location on the island.

I wish I lived on this base. Where else can you bowl and watch a movie for less than half the price off base? Well, I guess Hickam, but Pearl Harbor is my first love :)
It’s a really beautiful base. Granted there are construction places that aren’t as nice, but when my mom worked here she used to take me all around and tell me about the different sectors. There’s so much going on all the time, I don’t think I can take it all in during my lifetime. haha.

is this pearl harbor, i might have made a oppsy. Nonetheless, if it is the place is fabulous

After living on Hickam (now JBPHH) for almost 3 years, I figure I could review it. My review is based only on the Hickam side of JBPHH — the Navy side is awesome too, but I don’t know a lot about it other than that it has some different fast food places and an awesome pool.
If you’re looking to live on base, it ranges from okay to very nice depending on which home they offer you. They have historic homes, old homes, renovated homes, and new homes. Parking ranges from not-​very-​convenient to fantastic, again, depending on the type/​location of the home. Maintenance is generally great — I go to the office instead of call most of the time though, because it’s just easier for everyone that way. PS — it’s Hawaii. You’re going to have bugs or geckos in your house at some point.
The Commissary has a NO GUEST policy that is very strictly enforced, so if you have non-​mil family/​friends out to visit, you’ve been warned: they will not be permitted to enter. Since they put this policy in place, however, they suddenly stopped running out of milk, bread, eggs, etc., so it’s for good reason.
The BX/​BXtra sells all the stuff you may [or may not!] need and there are some vendors outdoors that also sell souvenir-​y merchandise. The Shoppette on Kuntz Ave. is open 24 hours and is also the Class 6 (alcohol sales).
Places to eat — there’s a food court between the BX/​BXtra that has a Charley’s Subs, Subway, Anthony’s Pizza, Popeyes, Baskin Robbins (that sells Starbucks coffee), and Frank’s Hot Dogs. On the other side of the parking lot there’s a Burger King, and on the other side of the base at the Shoppette, there is another Subway and also a Domino’s Pizza that delivers. JR Rockers, next to the Enlisted Club, is a decent sit-​down restaurant, and across from that is the Par 3 Golf Course. The Puka is the golf-​course bar, and there’s a little Mexican take-​out place next to the Puka to grab food at while you’re drinking. (Both of those are great, btw.)
There’s a great base library with computers for getting online if you need to, a Bowling Alley that serves food & beer, a great gym with a pool, another pool with tennis courts, a Firestone to get your car fixed at, and an Auto Hobby Shop where you can get it fixed for cheaper than Firestone, or fix it yourself.
The base itself is just beautiful. I know that I’m spoiled for the rest of our time in the military! The grounds are well kept [most of the time] and honestly I don’t *have* to go off base for anything. Everything I need — including a little bit of fun — is all on base!

I love this base!

What a gorgeous base! I don’t really know it from a tourist point of view, but just walking around, or driving the base is so nice, breezy and easy. The BOQ is amazing compared to many of the other bases and there is nothing like the tropical breeze and palm trees. SO blessed to live here!

The USS Arizona display is really quite amazing as well as the museum before you go on the boat to the sunken ship. Seeing the enormous ship sunken and everyone standing above it gives somewhat an eerie feeling for those lives lost here but nonetheless a very touching tribute!

Very sprawling advance of a station here with the USS Arizona exhibit and a huge NEX complex.
Beautiful Hawaii weather. What more could you want?
The family housing was decent but showing its age.