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    3.5 (172 reviews)
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    Rose R.

    Location location location. You can't beat it if you have never been to Oahu. There's valet parking $25 a day. There's a ABC store on property as well as a 24 hour Denny's which was a huge convenience. It right by the Waikiki Beach Walk. They have events at the beach walk. There's food options nearby for all levels of income; like Ruth Chris, Tommy Bahama, and Yard House and there's some local food courts near by like International Market. There's ton of high end shopping as well as other stores you could find at your local mall. The beach is maybe a 5 minute walk from hotel. Only bad thing is it does feel overwhelming with all the people and cars. Hotel had good security, staff was friendly, and there a nice owner's lounge on the top floor; where you can see fireworks on Friday night from the Hilton that's a little ways down. The owners lounge has a full kitchen where you can cook if you have a smaller unit that doesn't have one. There's complementary coffee at the owners lounge every morning. The rooms are dated and the air conditioning can be upgraded. There's a small pool and the hot tub is an above ground. I got grossed out because there was a lot of teenage boys that were filthy in the pool. We were all in the elevator heading to the same place/ pool. I pretty much walked away and not went into the pool.

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    Kingston W.

    I am writing this review of the "The Imperial Hawaii Resort" from the perspective of a timeshare owner who was able to book a one-week reservation via an "exchange". I mention this because I am sure you can book a hotel accommodation in this same facility. Based on some observable details, I believe the structure was designed / built in the 1960s. However, the facility as a whole is incredibly well maintained; and I am sure they follow a structured modernization / refresh schedule. Location :: The location of this resort is ideal. If you want to go to the beach, the resort is a short walk to Waikiki beach. If you want to eat or shop, the situs is adjacent to Beach Walk; Royal Hawaiian Center; and walkable to many other locations along Kalakaua Avenue. Parking :: The only parking option is valet parking, with unlimited in-out privileges. They have a daily rate, and a discount for a week. The valet desk is staffed 24 hrs. The attendants are friendly and act as quickly as possible--but there are occasional surges in activity that create back-ups. Registration :: The front desk is staffed 24 hrs. The registration process was fast and efficient. The staff was friendly, and at check in, they provided a very thorough orientation explaining housekeeping options, towel exchanges, replenishment of consumables, and sponsored activities on site. Room :: This resort has five different room options, with different floorplans. In my case, I got an "Ohia Suite". This is a studio unit with one bath--approximately 350 sq ft. Because it has a double Murphy (pull-down) bed and a queen sofa bed in the living room, it can sleep four people. The mini kitchen has a coffee maker, convection microwave, toaster and compact refrigerator. Housekeeping is doing a great job. I am sure that the rooms at this resort see a high occupancy rate. While the room decor is mildly dated, the room was clean and well maintained. The room had a small balcony with a table and two chairs. It had a nice ocean view, and some city view. The wi-fi, the TV, the A/C--all performed well. The building has a small rooftop swimming pool and gym. The laundry room has washers and dryers which accept coin or credit card. Personal opinion ~ As mentioned, the room did not have a standard bed. It had a double Murphy pull down bed and a queen sofa pull out. When the Murphy bed was deployed, you couldn't open/close the bathroom door freely. For these reasons, I feel the room was small. But I'm not going to deduct from my overall rating. As a solo traveler, I use the room for sleeping and bathing. In this context, this particular floorplan was sufficient. I can see it being adequate for a couple. It would be cramp for a family of four. I wouldn't recommend it for four adults.

    Jacob D.

    My expectations were on par with what I was expecting (first timer to HI here). Arrived 3 hrs early and room wasn't ready until an hr before check in time (4pm). Rooms are older but very clean and quiet. They're a cross between an apartment and a hotel. Views are amazing depending on which location you get and come with a small balcony. We had an issue with the kitchen sink backing up but maintenance quickly came when called upon. Valet parking is only available (35.00 daily) and no public parking close by that I could see. Parking attendants are very friendly and efficient though. If you can get by without a vehicle and staying within the area I'd highly recommend not renting a vehicle as congestion is a big issue in addition to heavy traffic.

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    Jamie L.

    I cannot say enough about our stay here. We had a lovely studio rental with a balcony. The resort is right on the corner of Lewers Street across from Roys. A very short walk to Waikiki Beach. I've seen other reviews saying the decor is dated. It's cozy,beachy, and very clean. We had a small kitchen and could buy groceries next door at ABC. We were within walking distance of shopping, dining, local attractions. We had a rental car but there are several local shuttles and tours that are accessible. Everyone was so very kind and helped make us feel welcome. The pool and sauna were very well maintained. We had access to the owners unit and were able to see fireworks and amazing sunsets. We will definitely be back to stay again. Mahalo for a great stay!

    Connor E.

    This is a great hotel. My room was clean has a full size kitchen and a view of the ocean. It's a block from the beach, right on Lewers street and walking distances from shops and restaurants. They have It has great customer service and really nice staff. There's also velvet parking which is great they are really quick and always have a great attitude. The hotel has an ABC store right underneath which is nice of you need any last minute items. I'm definitely coming back here again.

    I can see the ocean between this building and this other building!
    Brett B.

    We booked a partial ocean view on the 22nd floor and were pleased with the room, which came with a few perks. The hotel is attached to an ABC store, which we visited a few times, and is across the street from Roy's Hawaiian, which we enjoyed. The people who checked us in were friendly. The only annoyance was sometimes having to wait in line for an elevator, as only one party would travel at any given time

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    Omg, it was an awesome experience there. I can't wait to come back. The Imperial hotel is located in the right place in Honolulu.

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    Clean, friendly, centrally located in Waikiki, ABC store downstairs has all you need, Denny's in the lobby area.

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    The Kahala Hotel & Resort - Poolside Dining

    The Kahala Hotel & Resort

    4.3(755 reviews)
    3.8 miAina Haina
    $$$$

    Never have I ever officially stayed here as a hotel guest either on vacation or staycation yet. But…read morerecently came here on a recent special occasion for a friend's milestone birthday celebration. It was held in the Waialae Ballroom on a Saturday afternoon with lunch being served for all the guests. What a beautiful location where you can see the lush garden just outside, the pacific ocean was a few yards away when you're done eating, you're free to roam the area and see the beautiful architecture and structure of this fabulous hotel. I was not able to play tourist as this party had to end by 2pm and I had commitments thereafter. But for future hotel guests information, they also have dolphins for you to see. The food here was incredible and of good quality. Good for any type of gatherings of any size breakfast, lunch or dinner. Bartenders and service at the bar was even better! The amount of attention every table was receiving was amazing, glasses were never empty and always started with a full pour. Self parking was completely full, although valet parking service was a better idea. Keep in mind this is a full service 5 star property located in Kahala/Waialae. Would love to be a hotel guest one of these days just to say I've stayed at The Kahala Resort.

    Very nice hotel resort on the other side of Diamond Head. found a great rate to come with the…read morekiddos for a little Summer Vacay. nice change of pace from the hustle and bustle in Waikiki. The Kahala bills itself as a 5 star luxury stay. while there are definitely some 5 star attributes to this resort, it falls short of a full 5 star rating. we booked using the Chase Reserve promo which included some great benefits such as hotel credits, room upgrade on availability and early check-in/out opportunities. we arrived a little early, 1pm, but a room wasn't available. they were able to get us an upgrade, however. for a 3pm standard check-in we were only able to get a room at 220p. we booked a room for 4 people, but, they got us a King bed. we were offered 2 rollaways, or move to a double room the next day. we chose the prior. luckily, the room itself was pretty large and well appointed. the bathroom was also big, with dual sinks on opposite ends, a separate shower and tub and a MAGIC toilet! yes, a toilet with a warming seat, senses your rear approaching and lights up and rinses the inside of the bowl, all prior to being used! oh, and it's also got a bidet built in. i think that was the highlight of our room. the tv was conveniently on a retractable mount so could be adjusted as necessary. there was a good sized fridge as well as a Nespresso machine and complimentary water. The resort grounds were immaculate and aesthetically pleasing. the lobby/patio area gave off plantation vibes, similar to the Moana Surfrider. there are in-house dolphins that swim around the pond that guests can interact directly with in the water. there are multiple restaurants on property that range from casual, to buffet to fine dining. THE best part of the Kahala is it's pristine beach front location. just steps from the resort pool, Kahala beach was our favorite of this entire trip. as i mentioned, this was a nice break from Waikiki and this beach is the epitome of non-Waikiki. although it is a public beach, it was relatively peaceful and quiet. the surrounding neighborhood provides an element that is conducive to relaxation and calm. mama and i were able to sit on our complimentary beach loungers and just chill while the kiddos frolicked in and out of both the surf and the pool. the dudes attending to the beach/pool guests were awesome and always ready to help. while The Kahala provided us a great stay, there were a couple points of contention that kept it short of a 5 star resort. the wrought iron balcony railing's white paint didn't quite cover up the rusting going on underneath it. and the balcony dividers that provided perfect privacy from our neighbors, also had rust smattering it. i realize we're in a tropical climate and this is common, but, perhaps a 5 star resort would pay more attention to those details. another issue was trying to communicate with the front desk. we had a 50% success rate with trying to get ahold of someone on the phone. it should not be that difficult. the pool had the ubiquitous sludge that develops when sunblock and water and mass of humanity meet, but, the filtration system should be managing that a lot better. overall, we had a wonderful time at The Kahala. it's definitely worthy of a return visit, regardless of the 5 star shortcomings. we highly recommend this place.

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    Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach

    Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach

    3.8(1.4k reviews)
    0.3 miWaikiki
    $$$

    The legendary beach front hotel in beautiful Waikiki celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2026. We…read morewere fortunate to celebrate USA 250 Independence Day here and it was AWESOME! The Banyan Wing is the original Victorian-era building which is listed on National Historic Registry and houses the main lobby and restaurant. The number of guests and visitor who circulate through this property daily is incredible. Including the Tower and Surfrider Wings, it has 791 rooms. Our Tower room had a great covered patio with incredible views of Waikiki and Diamond Head. We spent a lot of time on the patio watching the surfers, catamarans, and enjoying the island breeze. Our balcony was spectacular :o Our room was updated and very comfortable. I understand the owners completed a full renovation of all rooms in 2026. The beach bar is one of the best in the world. Cold cocktails, beer and wine. Good service. Great views! The drawbacks.... The pool is small and very crowded, especially for 791 rooms. With that said everyone in the pool was smiling and having fun. The beach is also pretty small for such a massive hotel. At high tide the hotel only has about 30 feet of beachfront and it is a public beach so it is crowded Rio style. For us this was not a drawback as we love Waikiki, the birthplace of Hawaiian surfing, and spend most of our time in the surf. Hawaii and Waikiki is one of the few places that completely lives us to the hype year after year and generation after generation. We can't wait to return. Aloha & Mahalo

    After visiting and eating at this resort in years past, we were excited about the opportunity to…read moreactually stay here. So much history as shown throughout the resort especially on the second floor, but also the open Victorian architecture which presents a relaxing atmosphere. Our friends thought we were "rich" for being able to stay here but I don't recall the prices being too different than other hotels in the area. We also got a great offering through the American Express card. We arrived on island early afternoon and attempted to stay up as late as possible. However, we were given a room on the second floor of the historic side of the hotel where they host events on the patio area outside our room. While we were trying to sleep at 8-9pm, a festive wedding was going on with their DJ blasting music, people dancing, yelling, the DJ trying to motivate the audience, etc. It was not a fun night as my wife complained to the hotel staff about the noise interfering with our ability to sleep. It's not the fact the wedding was occuring, but rather the fact the hotel staff didn't let us know they were putting us next to the hotel night club of sorts. Hawaii is typically laid back and quiet, which this was not. The hotel staff sympathisized and mentioned the wedding would be finished by 10pm which it was, and tried to make things better. On day 3 around 4am, the hotel fire alarm sounded and advised everyone to vacate the building. When we vacated, we learned it was a false alarm. This was our last day at the Moana Surfrider which we assumed was a sign the resort wasn't meant to be a relaxing experience for us. The hotel has activities associated with the resort fee such as yoga, that we registered for. It was my first time doing yoga despite mention by my wife over the years to do it. I figured it would be a pleasant surprise for her if I signed us up, and it was a great class out on the same patio area as the wedding. I won't say it was fun for me, but it was an experience that we both enjoyed. The room itself was small which I assume is because it was part of the historic side of the hotel. There wasn't a balcony which we've come to appreciate especially in Hawaii to be able to go outside, view the water, and smell the air. Instead there was a window which we tried to orient ourselves in to get a picture of us with our welcome leis and Waikiki Beach in the background. Very challenging to appreciate a window as well as find space in the room to lay out two large suitcases without having to relocate furniture. The shower leaked water onto the bathroom floor as the cracks in the glass were not sealed so there was a constant wet towel on the floor. The bathroom in general didn't seem very modern considering the hotel had recently undergone years of modernization. Housekeeping was good and treated us well with towels and drinking water. I believe the Tower rooms of the hotel might be more modern and larger, as well as away from the event area of the hotel. I think we would look at other options in the future as we also spent a few days each during this trip at the Sheraton and The Royal Hawaiian which provided a much different experience in comparison.

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    Halekulani Hotel - Halekulani Gatehouse.

    Halekulani Hotel

    4.4(505 reviews)
    0.0 miWaikiki
    $$$

    I will never forget the way the Hawaiian breezes felt in my hair. And I will also never forget the…read moreoutstanding hospitality, accommodations and luxury of this gorgeous hotel. I love that it is in the heart of Waikiki, very walkable to shopping and nightlife should you want to leave the grounds of the resort. The nightly local music with hula under the sky is magical. Reservations for dinner, or grab a first come first serve cocktail table at 5 to watch the sunset! There is also nightly jazz in the bar. La Mer is a one of a kind French experience and Orchids is fantastic for any meal of the day. Just outside the hotel is a delightful oceanfront park where the hotel hosted yoga each day. A highlight for me. Great poolside service. The beach is small, so if you are looking to lounge on the beach, that's not really much of an option. This hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World. So you know it has the highest standards. That brand has never steered me wrong. And the fact that it is not under a massive hotel chain umbrella means it can maintain its authentic individuality. Pro tip: if you have a late flight, there is a lounge where you can relax and prepare for your departure, as check out is 11am.

    Extremely rude and unprofessional service coming from one of the male bartenders…read more I was accosted while coming out of the restroom , with him frantically asking if I paid the tab, treating me like some sort of criminal. The restroom is in the restaurant area. I never once left the restaurant throughout the entire evening. I was simply on my way to pick up my drink from the seating area and then head to the bar to pay. He told me I was "going the wrong way" when the way I was going would have led to me to the bar... The way this team handles tabs in this bar is abysmal. Right when I sat down, I was attempting to give my bartender my credit card to start a tab. They refused to accept my card and said don't worry about it, and that they'll take it after I'm done. I explicitly told the bartender that I was going over to the lawn right next to the bar (still in the restaurant area) to get a better view of the musical performance, drink in hand. They said go ahead. Nobody should be treated like this

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    OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort - Sunrise and diamond head

    OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

    4.0(717 reviews)
    0.1 miWaikiki
    $$

    It's a nice hotel! Automatic 5 stars because Duke's and Blue Note give amazing service. They are…read moreboth found inside this hotel, respectively. With Blue Note being on the first level and Duke's on the second. Blue Note has a great jazz club, chill, intimate vibe that is great for a night out if you have a favorite artist you want to see perform. Duke's has a great view of the ocean and it's always packed yet the service stays consistent and attentive. Overall a great place to stay, but just as great of a place to visit as well!

    This is my 2nd time staying in Waikiki. We wanted a beach front hotel so we decided on Outrigger…read moreReef for a full week. To start off, I'd give the resort a solid 4/5, no more, no less. The location? It's great because it is literally beach front; however, it is on the southern most edge part of that beach area. This means that the beach right outside is jam packed with tourists coming and going and you would have to walk a decent ways up the beach to find a spot. Regardless, a beach front is a beach front so it's nice to get down there quick and enjoy the beach. The hotel is in a great spot in Waikiki because there are tons and tons of shopping stores and food areas within a 15 minute walk so you never really have to drive out. Monkey Pod restaurant down below has great reviews and is delicious, but I personally think their menu is quite small. They also have a pool side bar/cafe that serves drinks, snacks, and meals and is a secondary pool-side restaurant. They play music down there every night. It's very calm, quaint, and peaceful to enjoy a night in the hotel. Unfortunately, the prices of their drinks are ridiculously overpriced. $17 for a Mai Thai not including tip. Insane. The room? I would say pretty average for any decent hotel. It was clean, the bed was good, the pillows were nice and big. The balcony is small, but can sit two people to enjoy the outside. The down side is the rooms of the two towers of the hotel face each other. So you don't get a beach front view unless you pay the big extra for those rooms. My biggest gripe about the room was the shower. The whole 7 days the water would change from warm, hot, very hot, rinse and repeat every few seconds. The price? Very expensive, but that's the price you pay for a beach front hotel PLUS it being on Waikiki beach. There's probably not big deals/sales unless you buy it through Costco Travel which is what I did which saves you probably a couple hundred at the very least. Valet is automatically included which is another 60 per night (not including whatever few bucks you tip them whenever you go out) so this would easily rack up your bill. I'd say the closest free parking is at least a 20 minute walk one way. Despite my rating the hotel a 4/5, would I recommend this spot? It depends. If you are a newcomer to Oahu and want to experience the casual, tourist experience of Oahu, want that beach front hotel, and have the cash, I would recommend this. If you are not a newcomer, there are many other hotels that will suit many other tastes. And honestly, staying at any other hotel outside of Waikiki is probably best if you want to really save on money and see better beaches.

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    Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort - Hilton Hawaiian Village

    Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

    3.1(3.2k reviews)
    0.5 miWaikiki
    $$$

    The last time we stayed here, we were in the Rainbow Tower. This time, we stayed in the Tapa Tower…read more As always, the staff was friendly, helpful, and provided excellent service. My biggest issue with the hotel is that it's showing its age. The rooms and facilities feel outdated, and I don't think the current room rates reflect the condition of the property. Also, if you're looking to save on parking, park by the pier instead. It's much more affordable than paying the hotel's $65 per day parking fee.

    Let me first start off by saying- I have stayed at this hotel a total of 3 times. This most recent…read morebeing an absolute painful, stressful, and frustrating stay. I worked incredibly hard to bring my family to Hawaii, and I am extremely disappointed that so much of our time at Hilton Hawaiian Village was spent dealing with problems that should never have become our responsibility. Over three nights, we experienced two separate water leaks and repeated hot-water issues. These weren't minor inconveniences--they significantly disrupted our family vacation. The worst night, I slept approximately two hours. With water leaking into our room, I chose to stay awake and deal with the situation myself because I didn't want maintenance repeatedly coming into the room and waking my 1-year-old and 3-year-old children. Instead of resting and enjoying the next day with my family, I was exhausted because I had essentially spent the night protecting my children's sleep while dealing with the hotel's maintenance problem. That is unacceptable at a resort of this caliber. Management eventually provided compensation, and I appreciate that they acknowledged the situation. However, I absolutely do not believe the compensation matched the severity of what we experienced. I didn't work all year and spend thousands of dollars bringing my family to Hawaii to spend a significant portion of our vacation calling guest services, dealing with leaks, worrying about hot water, and effectively helping manage Hilton's property. Money can be refunded. Vacation time with my children cannot. For the price and reputation of this resort, our experience fell dramatically below what any family should reasonably expect.

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    Prince Waikiki - Piña colada

    Prince Waikiki

    4.3(469 reviews)
    0.8 miWaikiki
    $$$

    Five stars across the board. Every employee and service we received at this hotel was superb- from…read morethe valet to the front desk & concierge, the restaurant employees, the pool bar employees and the housekeepers. Best service. We booked a stay last minute because of a power outage and then had to book subsequent nights which made explaining and moving rooms a bit messy but front desk was on top of it every single time. Even if I had spoken with a different person, they kept impeccable notes and went above and beyond to help us. I am beyond grateful that even though we had to deal with craziness of the hurricane, this hotel was the bright spot in our day. Cleanliness was also good. Out of the 3 rooms we had, I only called housekeeping once for a minor pillowcase and sheet change which they did immediately and apologized for. I recommend this hotel to all and look forward to staying here for pleasure in the future too.

    We stayed at this establishment for 5 nights. It is located right next to Waikiki Beach and walking…read moredistance to Ala Moana mall. This hotel has two towers. We stayed at the Diamond Tower and since we requested to be on a high floor, we were given the 30th floor; which was great! The room was clean and spacious. It was unfortunate that rooms don't have balconies. Views were awesome. We had a rental car, so we had to pay the daily $45 parking fee for self-park. Staff do work slow though... there were times where we had to wait a long time for the front desk staff. Overall, we had a good time here at this Hotel.

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    Hilton Grand Vacations Club Hokulani Waikiki Honolulu

    Hilton Grand Vacations Club Hokulani Waikiki Honolulu

    4.4(106 reviews)
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    Hilton Grand Vacations Hokulani is our favorite hotel in Waikiki! It's consistently clean,…read morewelcoming, and very kid-friendly, which makes it an easy choice for our family. Room is spacious with a living room area that divides the sleeping room. Bathroom is twice as big compared to other hotels. The location is also excellent right in the center of Waikiki and within easy walking distance of so many great food options, shops, and attractions. The rooftop pool and hot tub are a nice bonus and a relaxing place to unwind after a day out. The gym is well maintained and has weights, a Peloton, one treadmill, an exercise bike, and two ellipticals. My only wish is that the gym was larger and had a wider variety of exercise equipment. Overall, Hokulani is a comfortable, convenient, family-friendly place to stay, and we always look forward to coming back. Pro tip: you can only ask for a later checkout the day of at 6:00AM. I wish I would have known sooner. Checkout is 10:00AM, late checkout is an hour later at 11:00AM. The receptionist told us all the checkout spots were taken, but was nice enough to let us stay till 10:30AM.

    Booked a night here for my BFF Christmas party. Check in was friendly and fast but it's late at…read more4pm. And check out is early at 10am....ehhh. Parking is valet only at $50. Great location! Royal Hawaiian shopping center is right across the street, and so many shops and restaurants are right downstairs from this hotel. You can't beat this location. The room was amazing. I booked the 2 doubles suite. The room has a great galley kitchen with all utensils, glasses, plates, full fridge with ice maker, microwave, etc. The bathroom is so huge and luxurious, separate tub and shower and bidet. My room had NO view, basically looking at another building. I was On the 7th floor. The rooftop pool is spacious and I liked the plunge pool and spa. The bar was closed which was disappointing. For the price and the room details I would definitely stay again.

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