Pros

  • Convenient location surrounded by restaurants and shopping
  • Less than a 10-minute walk from the beach
  • Clean, contemporary rooms with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and balconies
  • Free continental breakfast with hard-boiled eggs, pastries, and fruit
  • Small outdoor pool
  • Free shuttle service to Ala Moana
  • Free beach towels and chairs for daily use
  • Laundry facilities on-site
  • Free Wi-Fi
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Cons

  • Daily resort fee
  • Some rooms get noise from the nightclub next door
  • Parts of the hotel show wear and tear
  • No restaurant or bar
  • Pool is tiny
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Bottom Line

The 94-room Aqua Oasis is a contemporary, tropical-themed mid-range hotel located down the street from the Luxury Row shopping complex in Waikiki. The hotel has a great location, less than 10 minutes’ walk from the beach and surrounded by restaurants. Formerly the Waikiki Joy Hotel, it reopened in 2014 after renovations, but areas of the hotel are showing some wear. Contemporary rooms are cheerfully decorated, and have coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and balconies, plus kitchens and couches in some. However, some rooms experience late-night noise from the club next door. Standout features include free continental breakfasts and a small pool. The property charges a daily resort fee, and there's no business center, restaurant, or bar. It's worth considering the nearby Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, which has fun colorful decor and a more impressive rooftop pool.

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Amenities

  • Cribs
  • Fitness Center
  • Internet
  • Pool

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Aqua Oasis

Scene

Casual property with an open-air lobby and tropical plants

Formerly the Waikiki Joy Hotel, Aqua Oasis is a cheerful boutique property that was renovated and rebranded in 2014. The 11-story white building is fronted by palm trees and has turquoise signage, a precursor to the casual, upbeat atmosphere inside. Colorful contemporary decor and numerous tropical plants are found inside the hotel and around its grounds, including the open-air lobby. Guests can relax on wooden benches near a small pool with koi fish and turtles. An attractive but narrow sundeck near the small pool is decorated with orange sunbeds and woven swing chairs with floral cushions. Many guests are young couples or friends looking for a comfortable, affordable place to relax and unwind after exploring Waikiki or a day at the beach. 

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Location

Down the street from Luxury Row and a quick walk from the beach

The Aqua Oasis is located in the center of Waikiki, just a couple minutes' walk down the street from Luxury Row. The shopping center features Chanel and Gucci boutiques, among other high-end shops. Waikiki Beach is a seven-minute walk from the hotel, and the property offers guests free use of chairs and beach towels. There are also numerous restaurants and bars on the streets immediately surrounding the property, while art galleries and a surf school are within a five-minute walk. The hotel offers a free shuttle service to Ala Moana, home to the largest open-air shopping mall in the world, about eight minutes away. Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium are also about an eight-minute drive away. Diamond Head State Monument is a 13-minute drive. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a 21-minute drive from the hotel. 

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Rooms

Colorful and contemporary rooms with balconies and mini-fridges

The 94 rooms and suites at the Aqua Oasis are decorated with fun, colorful decor that echoes the hotel lobby. Contemporary, if a little worn, the rooms feature bright turquoise accents, floral patterned textiles, and trendy wood paneling behind the beds. Standing lamps with wooden tripod bases are a stylish touch. Small colorful paintings hang on the beige walls. All rooms have narrow balconies with simple patio chairs and small tables. Views are of the streets and buildings of Waikiki. Some rooms can experience late-night noise from the club located next door. 

Beige bathrooms are bland but sufficient, outfitted with shower/tub combos, a good amount of counter space, and free toiletries. All rooms have mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. Large office desks, free Wi-Fi, and safes are also provided. 

Suites offer sitting rooms, separate bedrooms (in some), and kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, toasters, and full-size fridges. 

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Features

Tiny outdoor pool, free breakfast, and little else

The best feature of the Aqua Oasis is its great location, within a short walk of Waikiki Beach and surrounded by restaurants, bars, and shopping. On-site features, however, are limited. An outdoor pool is tiny and it has an adjacent narrow sundeck with several cushioned lounge chairs. Free continental breakfast is served daily and includes pastries, toast, bagels, cereals, hard-boiled eggs, fruit, juices, and coffee. However, there is not a full restaurant or bar.

The hotel's free shuttle service to Ala Moana is a nice convenience for guests who want to explore that town’s shopping and dining. Vending machines with soda are available in the hotel along with laundry facilities (for a fee). Parking is valet only, for a fee. Note that the hotel also charges a daily resort fee. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. 

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Things You Should Know About Aqua Oasis

Also Known As

  • Quest Resort Waikiki Beach
  • Aston Honolulu
  • Resortquest Waikiki Joy Hotel
  • Waikiki Joy
  • Aqua Waikiki Joy

Room Types

  • Club Suite
  • Junior Suite
  • One-Bedroom Suite
  • Standard Room
  • Superior Room

Address

320 Lewers St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96815-2345, United States

Phone

(808) 923-2300

Website

Oyster Hotel Review

Aqua Oasis

Scene

Casual property with an open-air lobby and tropical plants

Formerly the Waikiki Joy Hotel, Aqua Oasis is a cheerful boutique property that was renovated and rebranded in 2014. The 11-story white building is fronted by palm trees and has turquoise signage, a precursor to the casual, upbeat atmosphere inside. Colorful contemporary decor and numerous tropical plants are found inside the hotel and around its grounds, including the open-air lobby. Guests can relax on wooden benches near a small pool with koi fish and turtles. An attractive but narrow sundeck near the small pool is decorated with orange sunbeds and woven swing chairs with floral cushions. Many guests are young couples or friends looking for a comfortable, affordable place to relax and unwind after exploring Waikiki or a day at the beach. 

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Location

Down the street from Luxury Row and a quick walk from the beach

The Aqua Oasis is located in the center of Waikiki, just a couple minutes' walk down the street from Luxury Row. The shopping center features Chanel and Gucci boutiques, among other high-end shops. Waikiki Beach is a seven-minute walk from the hotel, and the property offers guests free use of chairs and beach towels. There are also numerous restaurants and bars on the streets immediately surrounding the property, while art galleries and a surf school are within a five-minute walk. The hotel offers a free shuttle service to Ala Moana, home to the largest open-air shopping mall in the world, about eight minutes away. Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium are also about an eight-minute drive away. Diamond Head State Monument is a 13-minute drive. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is a 21-minute drive from the hotel. 

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Rooms

Colorful and contemporary rooms with balconies and mini-fridges

The 94 rooms and suites at the Aqua Oasis are decorated with fun, colorful decor that echoes the hotel lobby. Contemporary, if a little worn, the rooms feature bright turquoise accents, floral patterned textiles, and trendy wood paneling behind the beds. Standing lamps with wooden tripod bases are a stylish touch. Small colorful paintings hang on the beige walls. All rooms have narrow balconies with simple patio chairs and small tables. Views are of the streets and buildings of Waikiki. Some rooms can experience late-night noise from the club located next door. 

Beige bathrooms are bland but sufficient, outfitted with shower/tub combos, a good amount of counter space, and free toiletries. All rooms have mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. Large office desks, free Wi-Fi, and safes are also provided. 

Suites offer sitting rooms, separate bedrooms (in some), and kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, toasters, and full-size fridges. 

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Features

Tiny outdoor pool, free breakfast, and little else

The best feature of the Aqua Oasis is its great location, within a short walk of Waikiki Beach and surrounded by restaurants, bars, and shopping. On-site features, however, are limited. An outdoor pool is tiny and it has an adjacent narrow sundeck with several cushioned lounge chairs. Free continental breakfast is served daily and includes pastries, toast, bagels, cereals, hard-boiled eggs, fruit, juices, and coffee. However, there is not a full restaurant or bar.

The hotel's free shuttle service to Ala Moana is a nice convenience for guests who want to explore that town’s shopping and dining. Vending machines with soda are available in the hotel along with laundry facilities (for a fee). Parking is valet only, for a fee. Note that the hotel also charges a daily resort fee. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. 

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Cable

  • Cribs

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Breakfast

  • Full Kitchen

  • Gameroom / Arcade

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Pool

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Swim-Up Bar

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