I had decided to get a tattoo while I was on honeymoon in Hawaii. After researching several of the shops in Waikiki I came across Monarch and was impressed by their stellar reviews. We headed up there, told them what I was thinking of getting, and though I was prepared to make an appointment, Pate took me back right away. 45 minutes later I was walking out with a beautiful free-drawn humpback whale on my foot. The salon was clean, comfortable, and the staff was very friendly. Best of all the price was amazingly decent, much cheaper than what I was expecting for it being Hawaii. I was so pleased with my experience here at Monarch. This was my third tattoo and it was by far the best experience I've had. Highly recommended! read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - By Pate 1/24/13 - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

Laura is such a good artists, she was gentle and gave me good feedback to stear me in the right direction with my tattoo. If your on the island and looking for a good realistic tattoo artist go to her! There is another friendly artist there and he does good Polynesian art. They are a VERY clean facility which is what everyone needs to be more aware of and use up to date equipment. I will be going to Monarch for my next tat on my foot in May. Yaaaaay so excited :) read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - My dreamcatcher done by Laura Naylor. - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

This place is fantastic! Very clean and the staff is great. As for my tattoo, I gave Laura a few ideas of what I was looking for and she ran with them and went above and beyond what I was expecting! I now have an amazing piece of original art on my shoulder thanks to her! I highly recommend Monarch if you want some high quality polynesian ink...especially Laura! read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Tattoo by Laura - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

Laura Naylor is by far one of the most talented and professional tattoo artists out there today. I have been tattooed by her across the North American continent in Haaula, San Francisco, and New York and each time she has not disappointed. She has finally opened her own shop in the awesome town of Haaula on Oahu. The shop is extremely clean and not intimidating whatsoever. She is as professional as they come and treats everyone with the utmost respect. Her work obviously speaks for itself but what separates her from many other artists is how easy she is to talk to. She works with what ideas you have and wont leave you unsatisfied. I would definitely recommend Laura and Monarch Tattoo to all of my friends back on Maui. Aloha and Mahalo!! read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Thanks Laura! Amazing. - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

Highly recommend Monarch tattoo to anyone. The artistry, friendliness and over all vibe is amazing. My daughter got her first tattoo here as well as her boyfriend and this was my second from Mikey. Extremely clean shop and overall practices are the best possible. You will never go wrong with being tattooed at Monarch. read more

This shop is extremely clean and its artists are laid-back and professional. I recently got my first tattoo here and everyone was extremely helpful. I made an appointment and put down $60 as a deposit. Deposits are cash-only, but you can pay for the tattoo with a card. This amount also counted toward the total of my tattoo. I got my tattoo on my ribs and honestly, I was pretty vocal (I swore, I cried and swore some more) about it, but Laura took it in stride and gave me breaks when I needed it. She also answered all my questions regarding after-care. The artwork they do is available on their website, and also in books in their shop. They are also willing to work with your ideas as well. The drive up there is worth it, and there are tons of little places to get something to eat before and after. read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Tattoo by Laura - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

I came to the shop with 3 friends seeking a nice Hawaii memorable tattoo before departing back to California. We got there an hour before closing and the guys were all super nice and it's was a good atmosphere. The experience was great until the tattoo began. It was a simple hang loose hand with two words and there are multiple spots were there are marks out side of the design and the writing dives very noticeable at the end of the second work. He was the co-owner and thought the Work would be up to par. read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

Absolutely amazing shop. Completely professional and welcoming. I made three edits to the final design and not only did Mike never waiver he kept going above and beyond to make sure we got it perfect. Seriously the only place on the island to go to get work done. read more

Just got an amazing tattoo by Rick. This is my 4th tattoo and by far it is the best one that I have ever had. Super crisp lines and an amazing hand drawn design, these people are true artists at this shop. The shop is very clean and professional. You will leave with a piece of art, not a cheap flash art rendering. I think that Rick has beautiful work and has a nice touch with the needle. All the artists in this shop work with you and hand draw each piece. You will know that your tattoo is unique. I have a tattoo from Hawaii, 2 from Maui, and now one from Oahu. Rick's work is the best! Glad I took the time to look at 2 or 3 shops before deciding on Monarch. I've been planning this tattoo for 6 months and feel that I found the right artist and the right shop. read more

Been seeing Laura since 2009. She is an amazing artist and person, she makes you feel comfortable at all times. She has done 3 Polynesian style Tattoo's for me(with more to come). I went in to the shop with a blank canvas, and have been amazed at her attention to detail. Starting with a sharpie and doing it freehand just blows my mind. Mahalo read more

My sister and I stopped in and got inked about a year and a half ago. Our walk-in experience was great. We talked ideas and came back the next day. I got my shoulder cap done by Laura who just went to town on a freehand design. My sister got a beautiful plumeria design. We are constantly getting compliments on them. I work with a lot of islanders in SoCal and to have them ask about my piece assures me that I made the right choice in visiting Monarch. I recommend this place to anyone and everyone. read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - I'm extremely happy with Laura's freehand work. Friendly, patient, and good company for 3 hours. - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

There are some great shops on the island - this is one of them and worth the drive from anywhere. Some seriously talented artists. read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Forearm band by Rick Coito - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

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Four of us went in for tattoos before we left to head home, and this was the BEST experience. The shop is clean and sanitary. They artists are just that. Each is college educated and several (if not all) have degrees in art of some sort. Two of us had Aaron and two of us had Mike. Both are professional, honest, and very talented. I was, personally, a first timer, and my experience couldn't have gone better. My tattoo is healing beautifully, and I am thrilled. This shop does quality work. Their talent is unmatched. Even without having a bunch of tattoos (yet), I've always appreciated beautiful ink. I've seen good and bad even though I'm no expert, but the artists at Monarch are top notch. read more

Just finished the first tattoo with MIKE! It was a great experience. He really listened to what I was looking for and drew an original Polynesian piece for the leg sleeve I am starting. The shop had great atmosphere and all the artists where having a great time! I would return here anytime to get anything done! Thank you mike! To bad Iowa is so far away! read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

Most professional tattoo parlor I have ever been to. Every single artist is pleasant, helpful and very educated. I come here to see their apprentice Aaron Kai. Although he is just getting started he's a super talented artist. Will always and only come back to monarch. read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Faith. Hope. Love. - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

Great bunch of people! ... the shop is very clean... Rick has great sterile technique and did excellent line work... my tattoo was exactly what I wanted.. read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

I really love the time and attention the artist Aaron is putting into my tattoo. I was able to sit up for my second session. Watching the flowers come to life with all the detail, color and I love how the locket came out! Monarch Tattoos, ask for Aaron. You won't be disappointed! read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

I've been here twice already in a 5 month span, and I will continue to go there each time I visit Oahu. Aaron has done amazing freehand work on my tattoo, and I won't let anyone else touch it.... this work belongs to him. Rick did an awesome piece for my wife, while she was waiting for me while I was getting mine done. No matter where you are staying on the island, take the trip to Monarch read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

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Everything was perfect! Mike did a great job on my cover up tattoo. Place was clean , everything was on time, and their hospitality was great. Very great artist 10/10!!! read more

The only place our "family" would EVER GO! They really take their time and pride in every single tattoo they do and each member of the staff is amazing of course the owners are superb because I'm Byas as I only go to them but my son and husband will go to whomever is available knowing they will be just as amazing!! All our tattoos are done because of a special memorial... I wouldn't trust anyone else!! Thank you for always being so professional and amazing!!! Btw... my husband is a Polynesian himself and this is his #1choice!!!! read more

A buddy referred this shop to me, so I did a walk in and Mike was able to take me that day! 10/10 would recommend Mike to anyone who ever needs a piece done! He was able to work with my current art, add on, and made it that much better. Mike was quick with his work, I told him the idea I wanted and he blew my expectations out of the waters! If you're on Oahu make the trip down to see him, definitely worth the drive! read more

I had my first tattoo done by Laura and it was really nice but then I had a snake done by Laura on my arm and it's so bad that I very rarely wear anything sleeveless and it ruins my first tattoo because she placed them too close together. I would post a pic but it's too embarrassing. read more

Great service and talented artist! My wife got tattooed by Mike and she is very happy. Both the design and his work ethic were outstanding! We will definitely go back in the future for more ink!! read more

My wife I and got tattoos from Pate on our last day of honeymooning on the island. The shop was super clean, the artists were really nice to us, they played great music and the tattoos were perfect. Even though, they specialize in bad ass Polynesian tribal type stuff, they took time and pride in our small tattoos we wanted. I wish I had more time on the island 'cuz I'd get a nice size piece done from Pate. Thx, Pate! read more

We'll that was a crapy experience. I guess I didn't want to spend enough money for him to help me. He wanted me to go bigger I guess, bigger the nwhat I wanted. I didn't have that kind of time. So I'll be going somewhere else. read more

Highly recommend. If you want a Polynesian tattoo custom designed for you, this is the place. Laura was so nice, chill, easy and great to work with. Took my ideas and ran with it. Shop is clean, well kept. Her frequent hand washing, changing gloves, changing paper towels, and attention to keeping a clean work area was reassuring. Her master's in fine art from UH Manoa is a testament to her dedication to art, her eye for detail, her artist approach. Not your typical tattoo person who stencils and traces. She works all freehand, making it fit the body area, keeping it unique. Love my new tattoo. Can't wait for the next one. Well worth the drive out to Haula to see her. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Kapi'i I'll be back for the back piece, "Laura have mercy" you get to work on the chest piece. Mahalo nui loa. read more

Look at the reviews! Everyone says the same thing and its TRUE. Laura is an awesome artist. I had a half sleeve done while on vacation and I couldn't be happier. Laura takes her time and does things right so that you end up with a great tattoo. I debated whether I should spend the last day of my vacation there getting such a big piece done - but am so glad I did! This is a clean shop where you get treated right. I came in on a Monday and they squeezed me in on Saturday (I was flying out Sunday). When I come back in a couple of years I am going right back here to get some more work done! Thanks guys, I am totally stoked! read more

Highly recommended studio! While vacationing in Hawaii over the last few years, I have been looking for the right tattoo studio and artists for Polynesian work.This search included the big island, Kauai and Oahu. I found the right match at Monarch Tattoo. The studio is located in a beautiful north shore setting and has a great vibe. They were very accommodating to fit me in with a couple days notice, and Laura was the artist I worked with. She was a rock star and quickly knocked out a unique, creative and solid tattoo which blew away my expectations! I was lucky enough to see a tattoo Mike had just finished at the same time I was done and it was also really amazing. Overall, it was a great experience. I walked out the door with a huge smile on my face and a piece I absolutely love. read more

I have been going to Laura at Monarch Tattoo for several years now. She has done everything from full cover ups, touch ups to existing tattoos, and original pieces for me. No matter what she's doing for me that day, her work never ceases to amaze me and I always leave the shop happier than I could have imagined A lot of her artwork is Polynesian inspired, however, she can create anything. She is truly an artist! Although I've only been tattooed by Laura, I've become familiar with the other artists' work as well just from spending many hours there. I can honestly say that every artist there is unique and talented in their own way. That aside, I also enjoy the laidback vibe from the studio. It's kind of a drive to get there, but what else is better than coasting along the north shore? Bonus: parking is never an issue either If you're looking for custom art in an atmosphere that can only be found on Oahu's north shore, then Monarch Tattoo is the place for you I know I will never go anywhere else! read more

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My husband and I were looking for a shop while visiting Oahu and happened to drive by Monarch. Laura added to a plumeria tattoo I already had on my wrist and Pate did a piece on my husband's calf, both Polynesian pieces. Both free-handed their work and did beautiful, custom jobs. We've had nothing but compliments from other tourists and locals. We should have grabbed a few business cards to hand out! read more

Laura did my first tattoo last year when we were there on vacation. This year we went back and I got another tattoo done from her. Where ever you stay in Oahu, going to her shop is so worth the drive. It is scenic and the most beautiful drive out there. Her new shop is awesome. I am the most pickiest person when it comes to being clean. Her shop is my favorite color yellow but what impressed me was how clean and sterile it is. I am so happy for her. She is so helpful, creative, and the most talented. She did my tattoo the day before I had to leave. She booked the whole day just for me. I told Laura, everytime I come back to Oahu I am always getting a tattoo from her. I told her she is the only person I trust to do my tattoos. Before I got any of it done, I did months of research. And looking at every artists portfolio Hers stood out the most. I have gotten so many compliments on how clean its done. Just like how women have their own hair stylist and nail person they only go too, I consider Laura as my own Tattoo artist. Dont forget to follow her shop on facebook. Mahalo! read more

Monarch Tattoo Studio - Laura's creative mind - Tattoo Near Me - Hauula, Hawaii

I love my tat! Laura is a GREAT tattoo artist. She listened carefully to what I wanted then added her style and creativity to come up with an amazing piece of art. I was amazed that she worked free style, drawing on my body to give me an idea of what it would look like, then making adjustments where needed to make it even better. She's intuitive, professional and just awesome. Good job Laura! read more

30 minutes later I'm walking out the door with the visioned piece I intended to get. Tattoo Artist Aaron and Ricky did a fantastic job, very skillful and talented. The shop has a very unique style, down to earth, relaxing with an amazing vibing atmosphere. What a great experience and highly recommended. I'll definitely be back for more. Mahalo Aaron and Ricky read more

AMAZING WORK!!!! So my husband and I went to Hawaii on our honeymoon & stayed right across the street. We went in here with the original thought of getting matching tattoos. Needless to say we ended up getting more than just tht & got to know them....AMAZINGLY nice people. As far as their work goes, you will NOT be disappointed! We both ended up getting more than what we originally set out for because we loved them so much. He got a very detailed Polynesian tattoo from elbow the wrist that wrapped around his arm along with "Nau ko'u aloha" written in it & he loooooooves it! I got "Nau ko'u aloha" on my collar bone and snowflakes on my ankle (an in memory tattoo for my Dad) and I sprung the snowflake tat on Laura last minute and she was cool and went with it. Not to mention that his Polynesian & my snowflake tattoos were freehanded...I'll upload pics soon, they truly are wonderful artist that are great at what they do! They are so friendly in here, CLEAN ESTABLISHMENT, very talented and interested in teaching their knowledge to other apprentices. Highly recommend this place to ANYONE on the island of Oahu!!!! We will be going back whenever we are on the island again. Thank you Monarch Tattoo, for not only providing a great service, but becoming part of a wonderful memory that will last forever! read more

Just got my first tattoo and it looks amazing. Pate was my artist and he worked with me to get exactly what I wanted. The shop was clean and a relaxed atmosphere. It looks great and I highly recommend them. My tattoo was quite a bargain for the amount of work that he put into it. read more

Best tattoo shop yet. Braddah Rick is a sick artist!!! Freehand work is awesome. Also he can work with a picture you bring in and just add to it as he goes. Even Aaron is sick artist new ro the game but very talented. Check these guys out!!!! read more

I started emailing Aaron 1 month prior to arriving in Hawaii. He took the time to listen, offer his feed back and worked on envisioning my story before I got there. The shop is very clean and has a great vibe (which is important for inspirational tattoos). Aaron is a passionate artist and puts his heart into your tattoo. His laid back demeanor and love of his heritage sets him apart from your run of the mill tattoo artists. You will miss out on a great piece of art if you choose to have someone else do it. I am already looking forward to having more work done when I revisit. Aaron, you rock!!! Thank you for turning a vision into my story!!! read more

What an awesome experience my wife and I had here! It was the first tattoo for my wife and me, but Laura walked us through the process individually for each tattoo. We each got honu designs. She drew up an awesome image on the first try for my wife, and it's what she selected with little modification! Mine was a bit bigger and I was more unsure what to get. I found one in one of her books, and said "I want that.". She politely informed me that no two of her designs are ever the same, and drew me up one that was custom to me, but incorporated some design elements I liked from other works. Again, first try and nailed it! Both tattoos came out crisp and exactly as designed. The place was impeccably clean. Everyone there looked professional and were genuinely helpful. This is in stark contrast to another parlor I went into in Waipahu (I'm a clean cut hauoli and one of the staff started singing the theme to Cops, as if I was an undercover agent!). I knew I was in good hands when I walked into Monarch and saw Laura's Masters of Arts degree from UH hanging on the wall (says alot about her artistic ability and sensibilities). I would definitely recommend this shop to any friend looking to get work done. We drove almost an hour from Mililani to get to Monarch, and it was time well spent. Thanks Laura!!! read more

I got a tattoo from Pati last year at House of Ink and he told me $200 for my shoulder and $200 for my chest (right side) so he did my shoulder. NOW I call him up for my chest and he said he NEVER said such a thing $200 for my chest or shoulder. REALLY USO? Your one sorry dude. read more

I walked in, told them what I wanted, sat down, and got up with perfection! Thanks!!!!!!