My sister has always wanted to visit Hawaii. Why? Probably because it has everything: beaches of all colors and textures, mountains, waterfalls, jungles, and also opportunities for hiking, snorkeling, surfing, swimming with dolphins, and a lot more. Why did I want to take her there? Just because it’s beautiful! Next month is her birthday, and I am choosing a hotel for that date. The image galleries and prices get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 17, 2025.
Ka Laʻi Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts
- Distance from city center:
- 4.1 km
- Bar / Lounge
- Massage
- Massage / Beauty Centre
- Golf Course
- Free Wi-Fi
- WiFi
- Restaurant
Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
- Distance from city center:
- 5.1 km
- Bar / Lounge
- Massage
- Nightclubs
- Golf Course
- Tennis Courts
- Free Wi-Fi
- WiFi
Waikiki Beach attracts tourists, which is why some of the best hotels in Hawaii are located here. This five-star hotel is also situated not far from the very center of the beach. It has a beautiful territory and stunning pools.
Instead of the standard bed and breakfast, the hotel offers a trio of beach, bed, and breakfast. The latter is served in a continental style at the Makana Lani restaurant. Here, various egg options, bacon or sausages, and other dishes will be prepared for you.
Rooms for two, measuring 30 square meters, offer views of Waikiki Beach or Diamond Head volcano and the ocean. Each room features a balcony to peacefully enjoy the views in the evenings. There are larger rooms available, such as the Seascape Suite, which measures 60 square meters and boasts an equally stunning panorama from the window.
The Honolulu Zoo and aquarium are located 10 minutes from the hotel. Why not reminisce about childhood and visit them together? I think it's a great idea! Right behind them is Kapiʻolani Park, where you can take a walk afterward. The golf courses are 15 minutes from the hotel.
I love Italian pasta! And here there is a restaurant La Bettola, where you can enjoy it to your heart's content. The main thing is not to come here too often, as there are other establishments on the premises: a signature Asian restaurant, ramen, and even a gelateria.
The hotel has a stunning infinity pool with seawater and an ocean view. Here, you can spend wonderful hours on a sun lounger with a cocktail – they are served at the pool bar.
There is a private SPA and fitness center with group classes.
Not all guests liked that breakfast is served not as a buffet, but from a menu. High sound transmission in the rooms bothers some guests.
Excellent location in the tourist center of Honolulu, near the best beach in Hawaii. Beautiful grounds with a large pool.
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach
- Distance from city center:
- 4.0 km
- Bar / Lounge
- Massage
- Massage / Beauty Centre
- Free Wi-Fi
- WiFi
- Garden
- Air Conditioned
This luxurious hotel is located near Waikiki Beach. In 2024, it won the "Readers' Choice" award from Conde Nast Traveler.
Breakfast is served in the La Vie restaurant – bright, spacious, with an ocean view. Guests can enjoy a buffet with various types of salads and bruschettas, cold and hot drinks, egg dishes, yogurts and muesli, as well as beautiful desserts.
Guests who have been here say that the views from the rooms are even better than in the photos. Well, we need to check it out!
I liked the City Ocean Corner room, which offers a view of Honolulu with its modern buildings and the ocean. The perfect combination!
The Deluxe Ocean View room of 47 square meters is quite nice, with a wonderful direct view of the ocean. From your own balcony, you can watch the tourist life bustling around the beach while you sip your coffee, taking your time. After all, you are finally on vacation.
The hotel has six restaurants, and of course, I immediately found a place to my taste – the Italian restaurant Quiora. They say you must definitely check out Sushi Sho, where the Japanese chef creates true masterpieces!
The hotel is located between Waikiki Beach and the Honolulu bypass canal. There is a small pedestrian path along it, so I think you can take a walk for a change. The Hawaiian Museum of the U.S. Army is located 700 meters away.
Seeing the hotel's scenic pools, you will understand that it is worth visiting at least for them. From here, there are incredible views of the city and the ocean. The hotel's fitness and spa center is at guests' disposal; the latter offers traditional Hawaiian practices for relaxation and healing.
Guests agreed that the balconies and bathrooms in the rooms are rather small.
Excellent service at The Ritz-Carlton combined with beautiful views from the windows and pools creates a very alluring picture.
Daria Martin
A large modern hotel is located in the capital of the state of Hawaii, Honolulu, near the most famous beach in the area – Waikiki. Here, there are spacious comfortable rooms, and it's just a stone's throw away from major attractions.
Breakfasts that can be included in the accommodation price are served at In-Yo Café. It is located on a spacious terrace overlooking the ocean. You can choose something from the buffet or order from the menu. There is a wide selection of egg dishes, fresh fruits, pastries, and freshly squeezed juices available every day.
Breakfasts in the hotel are wonderful. Even better when they are complemented by the presence of a kitchen in the room along with a coffee machine, which makes every morning a little brighter. The Superior rooms are equipped with these amenities, and their area is 37 square meters. You can choose rooms with an ocean or city view, with one large bed or two single beds. There are more spacious rooms, such as Deluxe, whose area is 46 square meters.
Within a couple of minutes from the hotel is the famous Waikiki Beach, where you can find, perhaps, absolutely any entertainment. You can sunbathe on the soft sand and swim in the warm ocean, enjoy panoramic views of the beach with a view of the volcano, visit one of the hundreds of cafes and restaurants, or go shopping. I'm sure I forgot to mention something in this list.
100 meters from the hotel is the Hawaii Army Museum, beside which a green beach park sprawls.
Delicious seafood can be tasted at Wai‘olu Ocean Cuisine. I believe that not eating seafood while being near the ocean is simply a crime, so we will definitely go to this restaurant if we stay here.
The hotel's spa center is a symbiosis of modern practices for the health of the soul and body with traditional Hawaiian botanical components. In general, trying new opportunities in the spa is my passion, so I would gladly come here.
The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool - what if the ocean is stormy?
The main reasons for tourist disappointments are tired rooms and a small pool.
Great location – the hotel is situated near the most vibrant area of Honolulu, where there is everything for tourists.