What the Aqua Waikiki Pearl lacks in amenities -- no pool, no gym, minimal service -- it makes up for with clean, spacious rooms. The location just off the scruffy Kuhio Avenue means the beach is a 10-minute walk. Nonetheless, it's a great value if all you want is a comfortable, inexpensive room.
What the Aqua Waikiki Pearl lacks in amenities -- no pool, no gym, minimal service -- it makes up for with clean, spacious rooms. The location just off the scruffy Kuhio Avenue means the beach is a 10-minute walk. Nonetheless, it's a great value if all you want is a comfortable, inexpensive room.
Waikiki Shore is a mid-range condominium hotel along Waikiki’s gorgeous oceanfront. It’s 70 air-conditioned suites are a mix of studios, one-, and two-bedroom units with floor-to ceiling windows, flat-screen TVs, kitchens or kitchenettes, and balconies (some with ocean views). However, the bright, beachy units are individually owned and some could use a refresh. The beach here is narrow, but has amazing Diamond Head views. Beach chairs aren't included in rates, but can be rented. Amenities are limited, but include an activity desk, parking (fee), a gift shop, salon, and sub shop. Reservations made through Outrigger resorts include off-site amenities like pool and gym access. For an oceanfront stay with a tranquil pool, multiple restaurants, a 24-hour gym, but no kitchens, check out the nearby Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort instead.
Waikiki Shore is a mid-range condominium hotel along Waikiki’s gorgeous oceanfront. It’s 70 air-conditioned suites are a mix of studios, one-, and two-bedroom units with floor-to ceiling windows, flat-screen TVs, kitchens or kitchenettes, and balconies (some with ocean views). However, the bright, beachy units are individually owned and some could use a refresh. The beach here is narrow, but has amazing Diamond Head views. Beach chairs aren't included in rates, but can be rented. Amenities are limited, but include an activity desk, parking (fee), a gift shop, salon, and sub shop. Reservations made through Outrigger resorts include off-site amenities like pool and gym access. For an oceanfront stay with a tranquil pool, multiple restaurants, a 24-hour gym, but no kitchens, check out the nearby Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort instead.
The Hyatt Place is a family-friendly, mid-range option located a couple of blocks from the beach. It features 426 rooms, all equipped with large flat-screen TVs with on-demand movies, pull-out sofas, and balconies. The deep blue accent walls give rooms a smart, contemporary look, but decor is generic with few Hawaiian touches, and some rooms are small. Property highlights include a small pool surrounded by a large sun deck with plenty of seating and shaded areas; several casual dining options, and a fitness center with high-end equipment. But those who want a beachfront location might want to compare prices at the nearby Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa.
The Hyatt Place is a family-friendly, mid-range option located a couple of blocks from the beach. It features 426 rooms, all equipped with large flat-screen TVs with on-demand movies, pull-out sofas, and balconies. The deep blue accent walls give rooms a smart, contemporary look, but decor is generic with few Hawaiian touches, and some rooms are small. Property highlights include a small pool surrounded by a large sun deck with plenty of seating and shaded areas; several casual dining options, and a fitness center with high-end equipment. But those who want a beachfront location might want to compare prices at the nearby Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa.
In the heart of Waikiki, two blocks from beautiful, but crowded, Queen's Beach, the Wave has 247 spacious, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and balconies. But its central location comes with so much noise the hotel provides earplugs. For a quieter night at a great price, check out the Wave's nearby sister, the Aqua Waikiki Pearl.
In the heart of Waikiki, two blocks from beautiful, but crowded, Queen's Beach, the Wave has 247 spacious, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and balconies. But its central location comes with so much noise the hotel provides earplugs. For a quieter night at a great price, check out the Wave's nearby sister, the Aqua Waikiki Pearl.
This family-owned, condo-style hotel caters to large groups on a budget, and its huge (though dated) rooms with complete kitchens are ideal for longer stays. It’s walking distance to the beach and shopping, but you have to go through a residential block that feels isolated, especially at night. The free parking and authentic Hawaiian charm are upsides, but those looking for a larger pool who don’t need all the space the Ilima provides might consider the nearby Ohana Waikiki West or the Aqua Waikiki Pearl.
This family-owned, condo-style hotel caters to large groups on a budget, and its huge (though dated) rooms with complete kitchens are ideal for longer stays. It’s walking distance to the beach and shopping, but you have to go through a residential block that feels isolated, especially at night. The free parking and authentic Hawaiian charm are upsides, but those looking for a larger pool who don’t need all the space the Ilima provides might consider the nearby Ohana Waikiki West or the Aqua Waikiki Pearl.
The upper-middle-range Hilton Grand Vacations Suites at Hilton Hawaiian Village is part of Hawaii's largest self-contained beachfront resort. The massive property is a tour-group magnet, with 90 shops, 20 bars and restaurants, and six pools. It also has direct beach access and a separate kid-friendly lagoon, plus everything from surf lessons to an evening luau and exotic animals like penguins. The 346 apartment-style rooms and suites have kitchenettes or full kitchens in most, but the views vary widely. Expect long lines due to the resort's size and popularity, and food doesn't get the best reviews. For a little more personality, and a dash of history, travelers can consider the similarly-priced Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa.
The upper-middle-range Hilton Grand Vacations Suites at Hilton Hawaiian Village is part of Hawaii's largest self-contained beachfront resort. The massive property is a tour-group magnet, with 90 shops, 20 bars and restaurants, and six pools. It also has direct beach access and a separate kid-friendly lagoon, plus everything from surf lessons to an evening luau and exotic animals like penguins. The 346 apartment-style rooms and suites have kitchenettes or full kitchens in most, but the views vary widely. Expect long lines due to the resort's size and popularity, and food doesn't get the best reviews. For a little more personality, and a dash of history, travelers can consider the similarly-priced Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa.
The 125-room Shoreline Hotel Waikiki is an upper-mid-range property located two blocks away from Kalakaua Avenue and less than a five-minute walk from Waikiki Beach. With retro furniture and bright, colorful artwork the hotel has a cute, 70s-inspired look and feel. There aren’t a lot of extras (a small rooftop pool and bright lobby with free coffee), but the hotel does provide an excellent location for an affordable price. Coconut Waikiki is a nearby alternative that is less expensive, but farther from the beach.
The 125-room Shoreline Hotel Waikiki is an upper-mid-range property located two blocks away from Kalakaua Avenue and less than a five-minute walk from Waikiki Beach. With retro furniture and bright, colorful artwork the hotel has a cute, 70s-inspired look and feel. There aren’t a lot of extras (a small rooftop pool and bright lobby with free coffee), but the hotel does provide an excellent location for an affordable price. Coconut Waikiki is a nearby alternative that is less expensive, but farther from the beach.
This seven-story, 92-room budget hotel, located at one end of the Waikiki tourist strip, is small in comparison to many of the nearby high-rise properties. It is also very low on the frills typically offered by surrounding hotels; there is a daily fee for Wi-Fi, no pool, and no on-site restaurant or bar. However, the rooms, some of which have been renovated, are clean and bright (if basic), and the hotel is within walking distance of many downtown attractions of Waikiki, including the beach.
This seven-story, 92-room budget hotel, located at one end of the Waikiki tourist strip, is small in comparison to many of the nearby high-rise properties. It is also very low on the frills typically offered by surrounding hotels; there is a daily fee for Wi-Fi, no pool, and no on-site restaurant or bar. However, the rooms, some of which have been renovated, are clean and bright (if basic), and the hotel is within walking distance of many downtown attractions of Waikiki, including the beach.
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.