This four-pearl, 453-room resort has a prime location on Waikiki Beach plus a refined atmosphere. Just a short walk from the busy main strip, this property offers stunning ocean views and direct access to the beach. Air-conditioned rooms are bright and modern, equipped furnished lanais and bathrooms with deep-soaking tubs. Formal and casual restaurants feature alfresco dining and nightly entertainment, and there's a chic cocktail bar and live jazz lounge. Leisure facilities include an outdoor heated pool with sun loungers and shady umbrellas, plus a modern fitness center and tranquil spa. Corporate clients are well-catered for with a stylish business center, but kid-friendly facilities are noticeably lacking. Alternatively, the Sheraton Waikiki has more to offer families, including a kids' club and two outdoor freshwater pools with a 70-foot water slide.
This four-pearl, 453-room resort has a prime location on Waikiki Beach plus a refined atmosphere. Just a short walk from the busy main strip, this property offers stunning ocean views and direct access to the beach. Air-conditioned rooms are bright and modern, equipped furnished lanais and bathrooms with deep-soaking tubs. Formal and casual restaurants feature alfresco dining and nightly entertainment, and there's a chic cocktail bar and live jazz lounge. Leisure facilities include an outdoor heated pool with sun loungers and shady umbrellas, plus a modern fitness center and tranquil spa. Corporate clients are well-catered for with a stylish business center, but kid-friendly facilities are noticeably lacking. Alternatively, the Sheraton Waikiki has more to offer families, including a kids' club and two outdoor freshwater pools with a 70-foot water slide.
This property, a 30-story high rise at the southern end of Waikiki, is a five-minute walk from the waterfront and offers a combination of hotel-managed suites and privately owned and rented condominiums. Because of the mixed ownership, there is less centralized regulation over construction happening in the building, which some guests have complained can be intermittently loud. It is popular with guests seeking longer stays, including families and large groups, because of the option to rent suites with kitchens. The property itself has seen better days since its cameo in the opening credits of "Hawaii Five-0", but guests have fairly consistently commented on the cleanliness of rooms, and the renovated rooms are sleek and modern.
This property, a 30-story high rise at the southern end of Waikiki, is a five-minute walk from the waterfront and offers a combination of hotel-managed suites and privately owned and rented condominiums. Because of the mixed ownership, there is less centralized regulation over construction happening in the building, which some guests have complained can be intermittently loud. It is popular with guests seeking longer stays, including families and large groups, because of the option to rent suites with kitchens. The property itself has seen better days since its cameo in the opening credits of "Hawaii Five-0", but guests have fairly consistently commented on the cleanliness of rooms, and the renovated rooms are sleek and modern.
The huge condos at this 40-story tower located across from the beach come with stellar views, full kitchens, and highly personalized service. But for the price, the dated décor and so-so amenities aren't on par with newer condos like the Grand Waikikian.
The huge condos at this 40-story tower located across from the beach come with stellar views, full kitchens, and highly personalized service. But for the price, the dated décor and so-so amenities aren't on par with newer condos like the Grand Waikikian.
Small standard rooms and a location 10 minutes from the beach are drawbacks, but the Courtyard offers solid service, a pool, Jacuzzi, spa, and a relaxation room at affordable rates.
Small standard rooms and a location 10 minutes from the beach are drawbacks, but the Courtyard offers solid service, a pool, Jacuzzi, spa, and a relaxation room at affordable rates.
Aqua Palms Waikiki is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel on Waikiki’s west side, an eight-minute walk from Kahanamoku Beach and close to the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Its 224 are tired and lack full ocean views, but include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, Sony PlayStations, mini-fridges, and (in some) small balconies. Loungers surround the small pool and the Weber gas grill is a definite plus. Other amenities include a cardio room and a Blu-Ray/DVD/video game library. There’s no on-site restaurant, but guests receive discounts to a few nearby eateries. Aqua Palms’ freebies include beach chairs, towels, and shuttle service to central Waikiki Beach and Ala Moana Center. If you'd prefer direct beach access, it’s worth considering the Park Shore Waikiki instead, where rates are often similar and the overall vibe is more pleasant.
Aqua Palms Waikiki is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel on Waikiki’s west side, an eight-minute walk from Kahanamoku Beach and close to the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Its 224 are tired and lack full ocean views, but include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, Sony PlayStations, mini-fridges, and (in some) small balconies. Loungers surround the small pool and the Weber gas grill is a definite plus. Other amenities include a cardio room and a Blu-Ray/DVD/video game library. There’s no on-site restaurant, but guests receive discounts to a few nearby eateries. Aqua Palms’ freebies include beach chairs, towels, and shuttle service to central Waikiki Beach and Ala Moana Center. If you'd prefer direct beach access, it’s worth considering the Park Shore Waikiki instead, where rates are often similar and the overall vibe is more pleasant.
OHANA Waikiki East Hotel is a two-and-a-half-pearl property that's a 10-minute walk from the beach and surrounded by upscale shopping. The 425 air-conditioned rooms are bright, but dated, with white wicker furniture, small flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and granite-accented bathrooms. OHANA’s pool and hot tub are situated in a tranquil courtyard and surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs. Other amenities include a tired fitness center and unlimited rides on the Waikiki Trolley Pink Line. The independently-owned restaurants found on-site get mostly positive reviews and include Italian, Japanese, and a steakhouse. Bed-and-breakfast packages are available. Parking is available for a fee, and Wi-Fi is included in the resort fee. For an oceanfront stay with modern rooms and an ocean-view pool, it’s worth checking out the Park Shore Waikiki instead.
OHANA Waikiki East Hotel is a two-and-a-half-pearl property that's a 10-minute walk from the beach and surrounded by upscale shopping. The 425 air-conditioned rooms are bright, but dated, with white wicker furniture, small flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and granite-accented bathrooms. OHANA’s pool and hot tub are situated in a tranquil courtyard and surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs. Other amenities include a tired fitness center and unlimited rides on the Waikiki Trolley Pink Line. The independently-owned restaurants found on-site get mostly positive reviews and include Italian, Japanese, and a steakhouse. Bed-and-breakfast packages are available. Parking is available for a fee, and Wi-Fi is included in the resort fee. For an oceanfront stay with modern rooms and an ocean-view pool, it’s worth checking out the Park Shore Waikiki instead.
Outside the heart of Waikiki, this dated budget hotel is still close to dining and shopping. It’s about as far from beach as you can get and still be in Waikiki, but still within walking distance (under 20 minutes). Those just looking for a cheap place with a pool, or business travelers who value its proximity to the convention centers, can find a deal here. Others might consider checking the Ohana Waikiki West or the Aqua Waikiki Pearl for more central locations and amenities.
Outside the heart of Waikiki, this dated budget hotel is still close to dining and shopping. It’s about as far from beach as you can get and still be in Waikiki, but still within walking distance (under 20 minutes). Those just looking for a cheap place with a pool, or business travelers who value its proximity to the convention centers, can find a deal here. Others might consider checking the Ohana Waikiki West or the Aqua Waikiki Pearl for more central locations and amenities.
The Aqua Pacific Monarch is a 34-story, condo-style hotel near the heart of Waikiki. Set on a busy avenue, it's not the best spot for a quiet stay, although the higher floors are insulated from most of the city noise. Rooms have a fairly generic look, with wall-to-wall carpeting, contemporary wood furniture, and tropical prints throughout. Some offer spectacular views of Waikiki from private balconies, and the panoramic vistas from the rooftop pool are even better. The property is two blocks from the beach and close to lots of shopping and dinning. For more stylish accommodations in the same reasonable price range, check next door at the VIVE Hotel Waikiki or at the Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, which also has a rooftop pool.
The Aqua Pacific Monarch is a 34-story, condo-style hotel near the heart of Waikiki. Set on a busy avenue, it's not the best spot for a quiet stay, although the higher floors are insulated from most of the city noise. Rooms have a fairly generic look, with wall-to-wall carpeting, contemporary wood furniture, and tropical prints throughout. Some offer spectacular views of Waikiki from private balconies, and the panoramic vistas from the rooftop pool are even better. The property is two blocks from the beach and close to lots of shopping and dinning. For more stylish accommodations in the same reasonable price range, check next door at the VIVE Hotel Waikiki or at the Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, which also has a rooftop pool.
Housed in a 39-story tower overlooking the beach, the 331-room Grand Waikikian by Hilton Grand Vacations Club is an upscale time-share condo property popular with families and couples. Contemporary, homey suites have one, two, or three bedrooms, plus full kitchens, washer/dryers, balconies, and an array of solid amenities. There isn’t much on-site, but guests have full access to the adjacent Hilton Hawaiian Village resort, which features five pools, 18 restaurants, shops, a spa, a kids’ club, and a gym. The complex is massive, and crowds should be expected everywhere. Travelers seeking something more upscale may prefer the The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki.
Housed in a 39-story tower overlooking the beach, the 331-room Grand Waikikian by Hilton Grand Vacations Club is an upscale time-share condo property popular with families and couples. Contemporary, homey suites have one, two, or three bedrooms, plus full kitchens, washer/dryers, balconies, and an array of solid amenities. There isn’t much on-site, but guests have full access to the adjacent Hilton Hawaiian Village resort, which features five pools, 18 restaurants, shops, a spa, a kids’ club, and a gym. The complex is massive, and crowds should be expected everywhere. Travelers seeking something more upscale may prefer the The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki.
The 125-room, mid-range New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel is family oriented, and located right on Kaimana Beach, one of the island's best swimming beaches. It's outside the main bustle of Waikiki (a plus for many), and Kapiolani Park and the Honolulu Zoo and Aquarium are practically next door. Parts of the hotel look dated, but rooms are generally bright and contemporary, and the restaurants here are a highlight -- just note that there is no pool.
The 125-room, mid-range New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel is family oriented, and located right on Kaimana Beach, one of the island's best swimming beaches. It's outside the main bustle of Waikiki (a plus for many), and Kapiolani Park and the Honolulu Zoo and Aquarium are practically next door. Parts of the hotel look dated, but rooms are generally bright and contemporary, and the restaurants here are a highlight -- just note that there is no pool.