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 personnel only. It’s not exactly a happening spot, but the price is right. The decor is timeless in a roadside motel sense. The beachfront bar has a great position and the beer is cheap. Parking costs $8 per night.


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