The 44-story, 740-room Aqua Skyline at Island Colony is Waikiki's tallest hotel, sitting conveniently near a wide array of shops, restaurants, bars, and nightlife, with the beach only blocks away. Aqua Skyline is a combination hotel and condominium, and rooms vary in amenities, cleanliness, and quality based on ownership. Those who want a more consistent hotel experience and a location closer to the sand may want to consider the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort and Spa.
The 44-story, 740-room Aqua Skyline at Island Colony is Waikiki's tallest hotel, sitting conveniently near a wide array of shops, restaurants, bars, and nightlife, with the beach only blocks away. Aqua Skyline is a combination hotel and condominium, and rooms vary in amenities, cleanliness, and quality based on ownership. Those who want a more consistent hotel experience and a location closer to the sand may want to consider the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort and Spa.
The 1,100-room Ala Moana Hotel is a huge upper-middle-range property located in Waikiki. The modern, business-friendly hotel is down the street from the Hawaii Convention Center and connected to the world's largest open-air mall, the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Bright, casually decorated rooms occupy two separate towers and have microwaves and mini-fridges, plus balconies in most. Standout features include a Starbucks, top-floor steak and seafood restaurant with fantastic views, a massive ballroom space, and an outdoor pool. There’s a fitness center, but no spa. Also on the downside, some past guests have reported noise issues due to thin walls. Travelers wanting a more family-oriented property or a spa may prefer the Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort And Spa.
The 1,100-room Ala Moana Hotel is a huge upper-middle-range property located in Waikiki. The modern, business-friendly hotel is down the street from the Hawaii Convention Center and connected to the world's largest open-air mall, the Ala Moana Shopping Center. Bright, casually decorated rooms occupy two separate towers and have microwaves and mini-fridges, plus balconies in most. Standout features include a Starbucks, top-floor steak and seafood restaurant with fantastic views, a massive ballroom space, and an outdoor pool. There’s a fitness center, but no spa. Also on the downside, some past guests have reported noise issues due to thin walls. Travelers wanting a more family-oriented property or a spa may prefer the Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort And Spa.
The Manoa Valley Inn is a mid-range bed and breakfast in a residential neighborhood of Honolulu. The post-Victorian property has seven uniquely decorated rooms that, like the rest of the inn, have a mix of antique furnishings and kitschy pieces. The family running the B&B provide a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and a large breakfast with both hot and cold options. For a unique experience in a less busy area of Honolulu, the inn is a good choice, but guests will need a car to get to the beach and other parts of the city.
The Manoa Valley Inn is a mid-range bed and breakfast in a residential neighborhood of Honolulu. The post-Victorian property has seven uniquely decorated rooms that, like the rest of the inn, have a mix of antique furnishings and kitschy pieces. The family running the B&B provide a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and a large breakfast with both hot and cold options. For a unique experience in a less busy area of Honolulu, the inn is a good choice, but guests will need a car to get to the beach and other parts of the city.
Trump International Hotel Waikiki is an ocean-view luxury property located a nine-minute walk from world famous Waikiki Beach. The 350 apartment-style units have bright, earth-toned interiors, high-end kitchens (or kitchenettes), and private balconies (some with ocean views). There are some major downsides. Namely, the outdoor pool is stylish but small, restaurants are expensive, and many of the ocean views are obstructed. Three restaurants get mostly positive reviews and serve seafood, international cuisine, and steaks. Hotel amenities include a 24-hour gym, small spa, valet parking for a fee, and free Wi-Fi that's painfully slow. Families should note that strollers are free to borrow and free beach bags come with fruit, towels, and water. For a sleek oceanfront stay with multiple pools and free kayaks to use, the Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is an excellent luxury alternative -- but rates are higher.
Trump International Hotel Waikiki is an ocean-view luxury property located a nine-minute walk from world famous Waikiki Beach. The 350 apartment-style units have bright, earth-toned interiors, high-end kitchens (or kitchenettes), and private balconies (some with ocean views). There are some major downsides. Namely, the outdoor pool is stylish but small, restaurants are expensive, and many of the ocean views are obstructed. Three restaurants get mostly positive reviews and serve seafood, international cuisine, and steaks. Hotel amenities include a 24-hour gym, small spa, valet parking for a fee, and free Wi-Fi that's painfully slow. Families should note that strollers are free to borrow and free beach bags come with fruit, towels, and water. For a sleek oceanfront stay with multiple pools and free kayaks to use, the Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is an excellent luxury alternative -- but rates are higher.
The budget, no-frills, 359-room Pagoda Hotel is favored by islanders seeking an affordable stay and visitors who want to avoid the higher prices of Waikiki Beach. The hotel is divided into two towers -- one that includes the main reception area and another down the street called the Terrace Tower, which houses kitchenette-equipped suites. Renovations at the Terrace were completed in 2014, bringing more modern, dark wooden furniture. Rates are kept low by charging for certain amenities that are available "a la carte" including Wi-Fi and parking. Rooms are adequate for those seeking a basic, budget option but both towers can be noisy.
The budget, no-frills, 359-room Pagoda Hotel is favored by islanders seeking an affordable stay and visitors who want to avoid the higher prices of Waikiki Beach. The hotel is divided into two towers -- one that includes the main reception area and another down the street called the Terrace Tower, which houses kitchenette-equipped suites. Renovations at the Terrace were completed in 2014, bringing more modern, dark wooden furniture. Rates are kept low by charging for certain amenities that are available "a la carte" including Wi-Fi and parking. Rooms are adequate for those seeking a basic, budget option but both towers can be noisy.
The Airport Honolulu Hotel makes good on its name, as it is located less than a half-mile from the Honolulu International Airport. Its close proximity to the airport draws business travelers and those with overnight layovers who need functional rooms but few frills. The rooms have some useful amenities (including flat-screen TVs and microwaves), but they are quite small and have some of the worst views in Honolulu. Owned by the Hawaii-based Outrigger Enterprises Group, which operates several other hotels in Waikiki, this property doesn't bill itself as anything more than a convenient stay for those travelers who need to be close to the airport.
The Airport Honolulu Hotel makes good on its name, as it is located less than a half-mile from the Honolulu International Airport. Its close proximity to the airport draws business travelers and those with overnight layovers who need functional rooms but few frills. The rooms have some useful amenities (including flat-screen TVs and microwaves), but they are quite small and have some of the worst views in Honolulu. Owned by the Hawaii-based Outrigger Enterprises Group, which operates several other hotels in Waikiki, this property doesn't bill itself as anything more than a convenient stay for those travelers who need to be close to the airport.
A two-story relic in the heart of Waikiki, The Breakers' close proximity to local attractions and its bargain rates make it a popular spot that is often fully booked. Relatively unchanged since it opened in 1954, the hotel is broken into six low-rise buildings centered around an outdoor sundeck and pool. The rooms, like the rest of the property, are incredibly dated and in need of renovations. The property is walking distance to everything in central Waikiki, including the beach, which is a three-minute stroll away. However, this central location also means noise from the busy streets (Saratoga and Beachwalk) that surround the hotel can often be heard in the guest rooms. Travelers seeking a cheap room in the heart of the action -- or anyone looking for that old-time aloha spirit -- will most likely find what they need here.
A two-story relic in the heart of Waikiki, The Breakers' close proximity to local attractions and its bargain rates make it a popular spot that is often fully booked. Relatively unchanged since it opened in 1954, the hotel is broken into six low-rise buildings centered around an outdoor sundeck and pool. The rooms, like the rest of the property, are incredibly dated and in need of renovations. The property is walking distance to everything in central Waikiki, including the beach, which is a three-minute stroll away. However, this central location also means noise from the busy streets (Saratoga and Beachwalk) that surround the hotel can often be heard in the guest rooms. Travelers seeking a cheap room in the heart of the action -- or anyone looking for that old-time aloha spirit -- will most likely find what they need here.
The Waikiki Central Hotel is a 24-room value hotel just two blocks from the beach. Furniture is dated and appliances are worn, but the rooms are clean and all have at least a mini-fridge and a microwave, as well as either a flat-screen or tube-style TV. There aren't many amenities and no views of the ocean, but it's budget-friendly and very close to the beach.
The Waikiki Central Hotel is a 24-room value hotel just two blocks from the beach. Furniture is dated and appliances are worn, but the rooms are clean and all have at least a mini-fridge and a microwave, as well as either a flat-screen or tube-style TV. There aren't many amenities and no views of the ocean, but it's budget-friendly and very close to the beach.
This value hostel is located in the popular tourist area of Waikiki, surrounded by shops and restaurants, and just a one-minute walk from the beach. Typical of hostels, rooms (both private and dorm-style) are basic and have few furnishings, but are clean with comfy beds. Perks include a 24/7 staffed reception, free breakfast, free use of water sports equipment, and free Wi-Fi.
This value hostel is located in the popular tourist area of Waikiki, surrounded by shops and restaurants, and just a one-minute walk from the beach. Typical of hostels, rooms (both private and dorm-style) are basic and have few furnishings, but are clean with comfy beds. Perks include a 24/7 staffed reception, free breakfast, free use of water sports equipment, and free Wi-Fi.
Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort is a three-pearl oceanfront resort with stunning Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head views. Its 524 air-conditioned rooms have tropical, earth-toned interiors with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and Wi-Fi. However, bathrooms are small, noise can be an issue, and the style is dark and dated. Outrigger’s beach has amazing sunset views, but there’s a fee for loungers and umbrellas. The resort's four restaurants get mostly positive reviews and include the iconic Dukes, a hotspot for live music, plus Blue Note Hawaii. Other amenities include a small pool; a spa and 24-hour gym with wow-inspiring vistas; free trolley service; and a laundry room. For a beachy stay with bright rooms and a big pool that's across the street from the beach, it’s worth exploring the Park Shore Waikiki.
Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort is a three-pearl oceanfront resort with stunning Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head views. Its 524 air-conditioned rooms have tropical, earth-toned interiors with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and Wi-Fi. However, bathrooms are small, noise can be an issue, and the style is dark and dated. Outrigger’s beach has amazing sunset views, but there’s a fee for loungers and umbrellas. The resort's four restaurants get mostly positive reviews and include the iconic Dukes, a hotspot for live music, plus Blue Note Hawaii. Other amenities include a small pool; a spa and 24-hour gym with wow-inspiring vistas; free trolley service; and a laundry room. For a beachy stay with bright rooms and a big pool that's across the street from the beach, it’s worth exploring the Park Shore Waikiki.