Waikiki, United States
Large rooms, many of which gets lots of sun
Five-minute walk to waterfront, 10-minute walk to beach
Mini supermarket, a restaurant, spa, and two pools on the premises
Buses and free trolleys stop nearby for access to all beaches, including Waikiki
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and free wired access in rooms
24-hour fitness center
Relatively removed from Waikiki Beach activities and shops
Mix of rooms and privately rented condos means little oversight regarding construction and noise
Private rooms may be variably equipped in terms of amenities
Lower floors may be loud
Parking somewhat expensive
This property, a 30-story high rise at the southern end of Waikiki, is a five-minute walk from the waterfront and offers a combination of hotel-managed suites and privately owned and rented condominiums. Because of the mixed ownership, there is less centralized regulation over construction happening in the building, which some guests have complained can be intermittently loud. It is popular with guests seeking longer stays, including families and large groups, because of the option to rent suites with kitchens. The property itself has seen better days since its cameo in the opening credits of "Hawaii Five-0", but guests have fairly consistently commented on the cleanliness of rooms, and the renovated rooms are sleek and modern.
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Scene
A combination of private rentals and hotel rooms interspersed in a 60s-era building near the waterfront
Built in the 1960s, this 30-story building was the erstwhile and iconic shoot location of "Hawaii Five-0"; it is now a mixed-use property overseen by a company called Aqua Hotels. The airy, spacious lobby retains the dated aesthetic with wicker furniture and marble floors, though not in an unpleasant way. Because there are larger private rental suites with full kitchens, the building is popular with tourists and groups, particularly those seeking extended stays.
Location
15 minutes away from Waikiki strip on foot, steps to the beach and lagoon nearby
The hotel is barely a few steps from the bay and a calm, medium-sized lagoon, which is idea for children. It is about a 20-minute drive from the Honolulu International Airport (also accessible via public transportation). While those wanting the shopping of Waikiki will have to walk about 20 minutes, Ala Moana shopping center, the largest mall in Hawaii, is a 10-minute walk. The Modern Honolulu Hotel, a trendier hotel with a popular nightlife scene, is nearby, which guests have commented contributes to noise at night on the lower floors.
Rooms
Large rooms and suites with slightly inconsistent amenities
The rooms and suites at Ilikai are a mix of dated and renovated; renovated rooms are sleek and modern, with retro-chic patterns. Unrenovated rooms are outfitted in pastel shades and feature older carpeting. Guests seem satisfied with bed quality and cleanliness, though they have commented that the private rentals (as opposed to the rooms managed by the hotel) are not universally equipped with a standard set of amenities, including variety of cookware and size of fridges. Bathrooms can be tiny. All rooms have flatscreen LCD TVs and wired, high-speed internet included in the price.
Features
24-hour fitness center, valet parking, crowded pool, on-site restaurant
The hotel has two pools on-site: one located on the ground floor, and another pool area with floating loungers, added in October 2016. There is a 24-hour fitness center, and a sports bar and restaurant in the hotel complex with a good happy hour; the food gets mixed reviews. The Duke Lagoon is steps away from the building and a good place for children to swim.
Honeymoon Suite
Mountain View 2 Bedroom Suite
Mountain View Room
Mountain View Room w/Full Kitchen
Oceanfront 2 Bedroom Suite
Ocean View 2 Bedroom Suite
Ocean View Room
Ocean View Room w/full Kitchen
United States
