Must-see hotels in Waikiki

  • Honolulu, Hawaii, USA - November 25, 2016: Halekulani: Halekulani is an oceanfront luxury hotel located on Waikiki Beach. The hotel contains 453 rooms in five buildings on 5 acres.
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    Halekulani

    Waikiki

    Evincing modern sophistication, this family-owned resort lives up to its name, which means ʻHouse Befitting Heaven.’ It’s an all-encompassing experience…

  • Waikiki, Hawaii - March 28, 2022: Moana Surfrider on the shores of Waikiki Beach on Oahu
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    Moana Surfrider

    Waikiki

    Waikiki’s most historic beachfront hotel (parts date to 1901), this grand, colonial-style establishment retains its character. Graceful yet compact guest…

  • Polynesian Hostel

    Waikiki

    An older study in concrete block, this converted small apartment complex has had a sprightly renovation and now is a cheery hostel. Rooms have tropical…

  • Beach Waikiki Boutique Hostel

    Waikiki

    Guest rooms at this sociable hostel include 4-, 6- and 8-bed dorms plus various flavors of private rooms. Among the included extras are breakfast, coin…

  • Waikiki Central Hotel

    Waikiki

    Don't judge this six-story, 1970s-era apartment complex based on its unpromising off-white concrete cover. Inside this standout budget option are 27…

  • Royal Hawaiian Resort

    Waikiki

    Waikiki’s original luxury hotel, this pink Spanish-Moorish-style landmark is loaded with vintage opulence, which is kept relevant by continuous subtle…

  • Hilton Hawaiian Village

    Waikiki

    On the Honolulu end of Waikiki, the Hilton is Waikiki’s largest resort hotel – practically a self-sufficient tourist fortress with 22 acres of towers,…

  • Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club

    Waikiki

    If your Don Draper fantasy still sizzles years after Mad Men, then you'll love this retro-chic 10-story hotel that recreates a posh early 1960s world that…

  • Stay Waikiki

    Waikiki

    This mod property (vibrant blues and oranges throughout) on a side street one block from the beach is cheery enough. The 73 rooms are bright and come with…

  • Breakers

    Waikiki

    Not another high-rise timeshare, this two-story Polynesian-style place is a throwback to another era (one without a 'hospitality' fee...). You’ll either…

  • Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani

    Waikiki

    This is the slightly edgy, slightly more affordable sibling of the vaunted Halekulani across the street. The highlight is the fab rooftop lounge with a…

  • Royal Grove Hotel

    Waikiki

    No frills – and you're not here for the decor – but plenty of aloha characterize this kitschy, candy-pink, six-story hotel that attracts so many returning…

  • Lotus Honolulu

    Waikiki

    This hip boutique hotel is a lovely sanctuary near Kaimana Beach. At the calm southern edge of Waikiki, many rooms have panoramic views of Diamond Head…

  • Modern Honolulu

    Waikiki

    Terraced ocean-view rooms and suites are elementally chic, showing off teak doors and marble baths. Not all rooms have balconies and some also lack basics…

  • Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort

    Waikiki

    Sprawled on a prime stretch of sand, you can hit the surf in the morning then join the party crowd at Duke’s Waikiki over sunset cocktails. The 524 rooms…

  • Regency on Beachwalk Waikiki

    Waikiki

    This modern high-rise has more than respectable 1- and 2-bedroom units, with earth-toned furnishings, marble baths and bold, modern artwork. Spacious…

  • Ilikai Hotel

    Waikiki

    On the far north side of Waikiki near the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, this mid-century landmark is walkable distance from both the Ala Moana Center mall and the…

  • ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

    Waikiki

    Opened in 2018, the ‘Alohilani is the reimagining of a dour package tour hotel. The reborn lobby features a two-story aquarium that the hotel modestly…

  • Hale Koa Hotel

    Waikiki

    One of the best oceanfront bargains in Waikiki, this 808-room high-rise hotel fronting Fort DeRussy Beach is reserved for active and retired US military…

  • Aston at the Waikiki Banyan

    Waikiki

    Perfect for families, this all-suites high-rise hotel is a short walk from the aquarium, the zoo and, of course, the beach. Roomy if sometimes beat-up…

  • Waikiki Beachside Hostel

    Waikiki

    This hostel attracts an international party crowd and offers plenty of perks, from a cafe to bed linens. Like most hostels on back-alley Lemon Rd, this…

  • Hotel Renew

    Waikiki

    Design-savvy, ecofriendly accommodations come with mod platform beds and a color palette that looks like a box of chocolates. Rooms come with either…

  • Sheraton Waikiki

    Waikiki

    Looming over the Royal Hawaiian and the beach, this enormous high-rise has over 1600 rooms popular with families, package-tour groups and conferences…

  • Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites

    Waikiki

    Studios equipped with kitchenettes and one-bedroom condos with kitchens are the best options at this high-rise hotel, which also has basic hotel rooms. It…

  • Coconut Waikiki Hotel

    Waikiki

    The Coconut delivers a splash of mod style for anyone doing Waikiki on a budget. Rooms are not large but all have balconies, wet bars and microwaves. The…

  • New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel

    Waikiki

    Location, location, location. Right? Small rooms will leave you wanting more space, but the soothing setting right on Kaimana Beach makes this 1960s-era…

  • Hilton Garden Inn

    Waikiki

    This huge midrange hotel has 623 rooms, most with balconies. All are decent-sized and have fridges and microwaves. Other than the blue carpet, which may…

  • Embassy Suites Waikiki Beach Walk

    Waikiki

    Near the beach, restaurants and nightlife, this newer chain property has no-nonsense, beige and brown suites big enough for families or groups. Each suite…

  • Aqua Bamboo

    Waikiki

    Looking for a meditative retreat in Waikiki’s concrete jungle? This 12-story hotel with an intimate cabana spa has a small pool. Stylishly minimalist…

  • Aqua Skyline at Island Colony

    Waikiki

    Overlooking the Ala Wai Canal, this 44-floor apartment building has several floors devoted to this hotel. Spacious studio and one-bedroom suites with IKEA…

  • ‘Ilima Hotel

    Waikiki

    Life feels less hurried at this older, backstreet high-rise hotel. All studios and suites come equipped with full kitchens and balconies. Rooms have…

  • Holiday Inn Resort Waikiki Beachcomber

    Waikiki

    On Waikiki's main strip, this modern 496-room hotel is remarkable for its prime location and subprime rates. Could-be-anywhere rooms have balconies,…

  • Pearl Hotel Hawaii

    Waikiki

    Centrally, this typically bland high-rise hotel on Waikiki's back acre is affordable. Spacious, elementary rooms each have a microwave and mini-fridge…

  • Aqua Ohia Waikiki

    Waikiki

    Basic rooms in an older high-rise on Waikiki's rear echelon translate into cheap rates. Many have small lanais, small fridges and small bathrooms. All…

  • Waikiki Grand Hotel

    Waikiki

    Small, gay-friendly condo 10-story hotel best known as the home of Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand. The rooms are compact, some with kitchenettes. Each vacation…

  • HI-Waikiki

    Waikiki

    Occupying an older converted foam-green, four-story apartment building, this popular hostel is just a few blocks from the beach. Inside are fan-cooled…

  • Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

    Waikiki

    Nudging its way onto a prime beachfront location, the Outrigger crams a lot of rooms onto a compact site. There's a handmade Hawaiian outrigger-canoe in…

  • Ohana Waikiki Malia

    Waikiki

    This clean, convenient high-rise tower offers hotel rooms that have a 70s avocado color scheme, plus fridges and balconies. One-bedroom suites have…

  • Aston Waikiki Circle

    Waikiki

    Tired of square boxes? This circular building must have been très chic back in the era of postmodernism. Today this survivor is all about value, not…

  • Aqua Aloha Surf Waikiki

    Waikiki

    If you don’t mind a shoebox-size room, or being next to Ala Wai Canal, this hotel can be a real bargain. The lobby is lively, with surf videos playing an…

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