We have stayed at Hotel Renew a few times ( spur of the moment) and each time have been greeted by friendly staff! The rates have always been reasonable & we would highly recommend this hotel to others! It is centrally located & we were also presented with a nice box of cookies upon checking into our room! Such a Nice touch! Much Mahalo's to Renew Hotel for another Great time! read more

The rate was great, so I booked this hotel in Waikiki Beach. It's just steps from the beach and right in the middle of the crowded touristy action. The lobby is beautiful, and the staff are great. The rooms are a little worn, but I appreciated the actual closet for clothes--a rarity among affordable hotels these days. The bed and pillows were comfortable. The bathroom was clean. Love that they have towels and mats and chairs for the beach available for use. No onsite restaurant or room service, but there are plenty of options close by. We grabbed tacos from the truck parked outside one day but ventured out into the city the rest of our stay. read more

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Decided to do a mini stay-cation in Waikīkī and this was a perfect lowkey hotel! * Parking: Valet only with limited spots that fill up quickly. There's also a nearby overnight parking lot at the Banyan for $50/night. * Ambiance: The lobby was stunning!! Possibly my favorite part of the hotel. I loved the natural wood accents and fresh foliage. Our room was spacious with plenty of storage area, a mini-fridge, full closet, desk, etc. * Location: This is a great place to stay if you want to enjoy Waikīkī strip. There's plenty of things to do in the area including the beach, zoo, aquarium, and shopping. Also so many great restaurants and cafes are just a short walk from the hotel! * Amenities: Free rentals for beach mats/chairs, towels, swim and snorkel equipment, in-room workout supplies, etc. The only downside is that there's no hotel pool, but the Waikīkī beach is conveniently located just across the street! * Service: The staff were so so so friendly and welcoming! Check-in/out was quick and easy. Front desk is available 24/7. On a hot day they even offered us complimentary cold towels and pineapple juice! * Price: We paid a decent price compared to other big-name resorts in the area! Check their website for special offers for locals, military, etc! read more

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ALOHA. Would have left a greater star review but I am a little upset. I stayed here 3 nights, and the day I was leaving... I received an email, stating if you stay here 3 nights, the 4 night its on them... How come this was not given information to me on the phone when I booked my stay. I booked with Eddie, who was extremely nice however, I just so wish this was told to me. I feel cheated. Now, about he rooms, they are small rooms. not to big at all. The cleaning was my issue, the rooms were not sanatize enough for me, in the bathroom when I checked into my room, I could still smell urine, there was a lot of dust around the room like not cleaned at all... But it could be a high turn over rate for customers checking in and then soon as they leave another customer is checking in- which is good for business. So... Idk... sure the business is not mad about this, if this is the case. Another thing, I was able to leave VALUABLE things in my room and return and they were still there. NOW THIS IS HUGE TO ME. HONEST EMPLOYEES - so I appreciate this. So mad, the plug outlet is not by the beds, so I had to literally lean off the bottom of the bed to share my phone. The way it's structured and put together, there are not outlets by the beds- well my room it wasn't. I was not use to this due to the fact every hotel, I have ever stayed at, outlet right by the bed, or on the lamp next to the bed. Overall, it was a cute hotel from downstairs .. and I would stay here again. read more

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I do a lot of staycations and I have had this place on my list of new places to stay. I was very pleased with my short and sweet vacay. This hotel doesn't offer many amenities (no pool, gym, restaurants on property) but I think their customer service, close proximity to the beach (across the street) and spacious rooms make up for that. I was greeted upon arrival and given pineapple juice, a fresh flower and a hand towel to freshen up. It was such a sweet gesture that many places don't do, so I was very surprised- in the best way! When I had to sign some paperwork for the stay, I LOVED the pen and told the man at the front desk how great it was. He said he had heard that three times that day and there would be one waiting for me in my room too, best day ever? I think so. I love a good pen. When I walked through the lobby to get to my room, there was complimentary water available, as well as signage showing free coffee in the mornings. The room was just as pictured on the website, I didn't have a balcony or patio and my room was sort of low (maybe 5th floor?) so it got a bit noisy but not unbearable. The bed was super cozy, all of the lights worked, the bathroom had a shower and tub and everything was very clean. I would definitely stay here again even though I do love all the amenities being available at other hotels. They have parking too, but valet only. Dog friendly and they offer beach gear and have a water station. read more

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I stayed at Hotel Renew for Hawaii International Film Festival & Pride Weekend: it was a great stay ! Hotel Renew staff are awesome. Anne and the whole team had some of the best customer service I've ever received. Seriously great customer service ! I've worked in high end resorts, and Hotel Renew gave us a top notch experience that I didn't expect at such an affordable hotel less than a block from Waikiki Beach. We could walk to almost everything: beach, restaurants, bars, park, food trucks, shopping, etc. The hotel is very well decorated: nicer than more expensive places I've stayed and worked ! Clean, well lit, accessible, and convenient. Senior and Kama'āina discount rates too ! Some small amenities weren't available, but overall Hotel Renew was/is terrific. I highly recommend it. It's a real gem in Waikiki for many reasons. I will plan more O'ahu trips now that I know about Hotel Renew. read more

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Dirty room, very humid & muggy air ventilation. The car valet was extremely expensive - $55 per night. The window in the restroom was also hard to open or close and you could hear everything from outside. Very noisy. read more

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Thank you for a fantastic stay!! 2 minutes away from the beach, with free snorkel gear, beach towels and chairs for the day! Our staff was welcoming and attentive, with an adorable lobby bar.. We will certainly stay her again! read more

Went here with my partner for our anniversary. There isn't any self parking so if you bring a car you'll have to valet your car. But kama'aina get a discount on parking I believe. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We kept accidentally de-magnetizing the hotel card since it was near our iphone but the staff was very understanding and patient. We had the room on the 9th floor facing the ocean. The view was breathtaking, especially around sunset. My partner was able to deliver them a wine bottle a couple days before so they could set up the room. They left us a note and a complimentary bottle of wine as well. The hotel itself is kinda narrow and not a lot of rooms, which is good because the foot traffic is relatively low. The hotel is really close to the beach, near walls. Which is a great thing if you have children because walls doesn't have any waves and is shallow (around 2-3 ft low tide on the deeper end). The hotel offers beach towels as well. You don't have to ask the staff, it's off to the side. We were able to walk around waikiki, about 15 minutes to get to international marketplace. Overall, I was very pleased with my stay at this hotel. I hardly do staycations and I am so glad this experience was unforgettable. I'm sure I will be back here! read more

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Overall it was a good experience. Pros: the location is amazing, it is one block from the main stretch of beach in Waikiki, close to everything you could want. We had a rental car but never needed it for this part of our trip. The staff was very friendly and helpful with everything. We enjoyed having beach equipment and towels available to use and take with us. Plus the water at the front was nice and refreshing after a long day at the beach. Cons: the room was very small it didn't bother us to much because we were only there for two nights and not in the room much but if you're looking for a bigger space this would be tough. It is not the nicest or newest hotel, it could definitely use some upgrades but for the price it was not bad. We were facing the alley on the side of the hotel and it was very loud all through the night. I understand you are in a big city but you could tell the insulation wasn't the best. We parked a car with valet for our two nights and never took it back out but when we got the car back there was a scratch on the bumper. It was a pretty big scratch and it was a rental car so now we're having to deal with that. Overall if you're looking for a place to rest your head that's close to everything and won't cost an arm and a leg this one's for you. If you're looking for a nicer resort style hotel I would keep looking. read more

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Nice boutique hotel near the ocean. The staff was very friendly and embodied the aloha spirit. I realized that I prefer boutique hotels as (less) guests interact with the staff which can make for a better stay. Hotel Renew is not the tallest hotel in the area but it's a block from the beach. Unlike the taller hotels nearby, Hotel Renew rooms do not have any balconies but just go outside and enjoy Hawaii = ). Besides the beach, if you are okay walking, you can walk to the International Marketplace, Royal Hawaiian Center, Honolulu Zoo and even the Diamond Head trail. The Ala Moana Mall is a bit too far to walk to IMO. Rooms are clean and to nit-pick a bit, the shower head could use more cleaning as you can see the hard water mineral deposits but the shower water pressure is fine as well as hot water availability. Pro-tip: The hotel has a water fountain downstairs that the staff can use to refill water bottles (with chilled water) so bring a reusable water bottle to save the planet and on buying bottled water. read more

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What an amazing team. This cutie boutique hotel embraces the true meaning of aloha spirit. They don't just advertise it, they display it in every team member we encountered. Just all around a great stay! Thank you Hotel Renew. We will definitely be back. read more

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We are a family of 4 and love to visit Honolulu at least once a year. This hotel may not suit the needs of everyone, but was perfect for our needs. We don't need a fancy room or fancy restaurants. We just want a place to rest up, some place close to the beaches of Waikiki, and a place to freshen up for the day. This hotel fits the bill for those purposes and for a much better value than the big name hotels half a block closer to the beach. The location is right next door to the Aston, but it is not right on the beach. It IS a quick walk to the beach, less than 3 minutes. It is located closer to the Honolulu Zoo side of Waikiki which is the beach we like best for the kids because there is a choice of catching waves or shallow calm waters with the breakwater. The staff in the hotel was extremely friendly and helpful. Housekeeping is not happening every day as with Covid precautions (true for most hotels nowadays). However, it was super easy to get more linens and cleaning when necessary. Parking is nearly half the price compared to other hotels...$35/day. Even though most things are in walking distance to any Waikiki destination, we like to have a rental car so we can explore other parts of the island. This hotel is easily accessible to freeway access and other parts of Honolulu. I love that they allow guests to have free beach towels, sand toys, and beach gear. That saves you a ton of money compared to renting any of those out on the beach. Such a great service that comes with your stay. There are rooms in the hotel with beach views, but we chose the city view room. There was no balcony to the outside, which was only an issue because we didn't have any place to dry out our beach towels, but not a deal breaker. The rooms are small, but no different than any other basic hotel room here. The hotel has been recently renovated to have some modern touches, but do not expect anything fancy inside the rooms. Everything is pretty basic and furniture is a bit worn. The reason they lose a star was because I was disappointed that the bathroom did not have a vented fan. It is very humid here and the bathroom was filled with condensation after anybody showered. You can see signs of mold like other reviews have pictured in the bathroom and the lack of a fan is most likely the reason. I would have liked to have a few more towel hooks to hang our towels. The bathroom really is only suited for a party of 2, not 4 like we are paying for. Once again, this place is not for every tourist, but it's perfect for what we look for when staying in Waikiki. Definitely a good value compared to a lot of the other big name hotels next door. I would rather save $100 per night and use that for a nice meal or shopping if it means dealing with a place that's a little less fancy but in the perfect location. After all, when you're in Hawaii, you would rather spend your time outside the hotel, not inside it! read more

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This place is a dump! Do not stay here. Rooms looked dirty upon check in. I had to make 4 calls to get the trash taken out and new towels. The only good thing about this place is the location. But it's the last time I stay here. read more

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Honestly I would give this place more stars if I could. From check in to check out our experience was amazing. Hotel staff was above and beyond kind and friendly and always obliged to any requests. Hotel stayed extremely clean, maid service was excellent. The hotel is cute inside, everything worked perfectly, couldn't hear the people next to you and the location for the price of the hotel was outstanding. Walking distance to everything around you, we bought a rental car and didn't even use it. If you're looking for an affordable, walking beach distance, clean and friendly hotel you've found the right location. Very impressed with everything this hotel has to offer and will definitely be visiting again! read more

The renew is a wonderful boutique hotel!!!!!!!!!!!The. staff is wonderful!!!!Mary and Erika they are a top noch of that place,professional,friendly and knowledgeable...the rooms very confortable I slept very good....I cant wait for be back to that wonderful place...Thank you Mary for your hospitality read more

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Wonderful place to stay. The staff is top notch. Visited Waikiki several time and will stay here again. Rooms are very clean, views are great and prices are reasonable read more

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I stayed here on my last night in Hawaii before my flight & I wish I had stayed here in the other nights I was in Hawaii! The price was reasonable, staff were great, room was nice and clean, and location was good. My room view was of the parking next door but that didn't bother me as much. I parked in the banyan lot for $35 for the night and was able to walk over here. I'd definitely stay here again next time I'm in Hawaii! read more

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cheap hotel which lures you in with a low nightly rate then charges additional fees And deposit. the Waikiki view room is a dirty ally view. Don't stay here. read more

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Great place that is reasonably priced and close to many tourist attractions. Located a street behind the zoo, 2 min walk to the beach and about 10 min away (walking) from the industrial market place and Dukes. Over all, the hotel is clean and it is pretty quiet at night. Some of the staff is nice; others seem like they do not want to be there. Pros: -Free beach gear rentals, towels, chairs, mats, snorkel gear, boogie boards. -Free delicious coffee daily until 10 am or so. -AMAZING HOUSEKEEPING TEAM!!! we didnt ask for our beds to be made everyday but they are happy to give you clean towels and take your trash out. beware they do knock early at 8 am but are so kind and helpful. -quaint eclectic decor -comfy beds and pillows -blow dryer, line dry string in shower, working A/C, plenty closet space, ample dbl queen bed room. -valet parking- make sure to check you are only charged for parking on days your car was there -Security (after 6pm you need a room key to enter the lobby) Shoutout to Owen the night time security guy! Respectable man who is dedicated to keeping the hotel safe at night. Cons: - Our room was not ready by check in time, but they were nice enough to offer another but it was not ocean view which we had OG booked. -the shower heads are not powerful enough and the water sort of sprays in a wide angle outward. I had to point it towards the wall so the bathroom floor wouldn't get soaked. -there is only one mirror in the bathroom in the dbl bed rooms. Not ideal for 2 people sharing a room who need to get ready at the same time. -walls are pretty thin. Don't laugh past 10 pm or security will come. Only real complain I have is there was a false fire alarm and the front desk seemed clueless about emergency safety protocols. After running down the stairs, I expected someone to come outside and tell us they were investigating, or at least check in with us. No one came out so I went inside to check, and I hear the young man tell a guest it was false and to enjoy her day as he handed her beach towels. They were obviously not concerned about our safety. I asked him if he was going to go outside and inform the dozen of us that were out there waiting to be informed of what was happening. He rolled his eyes and said "oh theres more of you out there?" like hello? yes the fire alarm just went off, are we supposed to figure it out ourselves? Tips: -Even though there are no balcony's on the ocean view side, I would recommend booking an ocean view room for the view is spectacular. -no complimentary breakfast but visit the munch wagon in the alley behind the hotel, delicious breakfast burritos! Deck andTucker and bevy on Kapahulu Ave are also great breakfast spots. read more

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EVERYONE on staff at Hotel Renew is truly kind and helpful. We stayed 7 nights and not one negative experience. Mary, Owen, Lance, Jaz, Kait, Jolin, Isaiah, Jerry, Lawrence, and Pathan to name a few of the people who went above and beyond to accommodate our family of 5 in two rooms. Rooms have small fridge. Front desk will warm/microwave your leftovers. Clean and pretty hotel with an EASY walk to the beach. Doesn't have a restaurant in-house, but NO NEED with so many eateries in walking distance. Recommend Kai Coffee & Maguro Spot for poke. Convenient ABC stores on every block. Hotel valet parking only. Attendants were always available and cheerful. 100% recommend staying at Hotel Renew when in Waikiki. read more

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Located about a block from one of the most iconic beaches known in Hawaii, this hotel is very convenient for its location with shops and plenty of places to eat and get coffee along the way. My best memory of our trip was being able to walk right out and get some of the best coffee right by the beach. They also offer plenty of things you may need for the beach such as towels, umbrella, floaties, etc. The bathrooms were pretty decent. Little small and confined but to be expected in the city area. The rooms are spacious enough and there is a mini fridge with a coffee maker. My only issue was the corners of the bed frames are made out of wood and the corners stick out. I stubbed my toe on the first day and because the wood was chipped on the end, I had a sliced toe for the remainder of the trip which killed it for going into the beach. Other than the bed frames, the hotel is decent. read more

Absolutely the worst hotel I have ever stayed in ! Should have never left the Marriott. Booked thru AirBNB and the pictures are not a accurate reflection of what the rooms look like. This review is strictly on the hotel rooms and not the staff. 1. hallways and rooms smell of mold 2. Hotel allows dogs so be prepared for barking 3. Bathroom and especially the shower was filthy. Rust stains and signs of mold growing. 4. Air Conditioning is dated and not working 5. Half ass cleaning job 6. Toilet was completely backed up and had to use a plunger EVERY time ! Absolutely horrible! I couldn't take it anymore I had to check out and go back to the Marriott. Put in a complaint to AirBNB and the hotel denies my request for a refund. Even a partial refund. Stay far far away from here ! read more

Staff was amazing and the location was perfect for a quick vacation. We usually stay with family but decided to book this hotel. Lance who we checked in with the night we got in was friendly and very welcoming. We will definitely stay here on our next trip because of the night crew. They even gave us several parking options since we didn't book directly with them and told us the cheapest spots. read more

Hotel Renew was really nice. It's across the street from the beach and close walk to all the restaurants. The rooms were clean and the staff were super nice. I would definitely come back to this hotel because it was nice and inexpensive. read more

I love the Hotel Renew! From the moment we asked for a tour of an available room at the front desk, to getting the best possible room and deal, to using the hotel amenities such as snorkel equipment, beach towels and chairs, and the cold filtered water station, the stay has been amazing so far! The rooms are cleaned daily, it has stunning views of Waikiki Beach, and the showers have great water temperature and pressure! They even provided us with an HDMI cable to plug our computer into the tv for Netflix. The staff are friendly and truly go above and beyond, I highly recommend them! read more

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Hotel Renew was summed up for me by the soap in the bathroom. A delightfully-scented bar of soap was contained in a box with artisanal design, but the dish it sat in had all its paint chipping off. There is such a strong focus on the details that some of the larger issues remain unaddressed. There's a tiny button in the bathroom that turns on mood lighting from hidden LED's, but the vinyl finishing is coming apart at the seams. There's this great little device that lets you control all the lights in your room from the side of the bed, but the lighting is so dim that anything at night (well, nearly anything...) that you would do in the room is challenging due to not being able to see well. Nitpicking aside, the location is stellar, particularly for the price. I would have expected a half block walk to Waikiki Beach to cost me more, but Renew was one of the cheapest in the area, if not THE least expensive. Be aware that this location is heavily populated as well. If you're planning on sleeping off too many Mai Tai's from the night before, be certain that all of your windows and doors are closed tightly and you may want to bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper. The first morning I was there, I realized too late that the maids had left the room open to the air and I heard all the mopeds, cars and trucks backing up that made sleeping a challenge. The staff was always very pleasant and informative. The valet seemed a little understaffed at times since there is no other parking options, but it was never frustrating. The lobby and rooms are all well cared for and handsomely appointed. There's a small bar where a well-stocked breakfast is available in the morning as well as some not-too-bad drinks at night. Hotel Renew is probably not the best hotel in the area, but it is certainly one of the best values! read more

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Fun stay at this hotel which has a great location for a great price within 2 min walk to the beach. Very close to nice restaurants. Also the staff was amazing specifically Johnny who was so helpful and kind and went out of his way to help make our trip by giving us food/store/activity recommendations as well as answering all of our questions. Very friendly face at hotel renew. Petition: plz change this hotel name to Hotel Johnny !!! read more

Spent a couple of days with our 7r old daughter in Oahu...we wanted to find a place that was close to the beach and priced fairly well. We found this hotel so decided to give it a try. It is really clean and everything looked relaxing. Parking is Valet only, but pretty much the same price as self-parking with other hotels we've stayed in before, so turns out to be a better deal since you won't have to worry about finding parking. It's a very short walk to Kūhiō beach park, literally just across the street and you're there. They rent out chairs, towels, and umbrellas for free to take to the beach. The beach across the hotel is perfect for kids with its shallow waters and semi protected breakwater walls. There's ABC stores just outside (3 of them on every corner of the block) if you need anything, and a lot of places to eat. International Marketplace is a 10 minute walk, which isn't so bad. The hotel rooms are small, but adequate and very clean. The staff are all friendly! You definitely get the Aloha spirit from everyone. For the price, location, and needs you definitely get a great deal. We would definitely stay here again. Next time we'll consider booking the rooms with the partial ocean view! Also, the person (Dennis D.) who left 2 stars said his room didn't get cleaned during his 3 night stay..he said he left "recharge" on his door each day before he left, and the room didn't get cleaned. I believe he was talking about the "recharging" door tag, which in other hotels would say "privacy"...the tag you hang on the door knob when you don't want room service. I figured I'd just mention that. read more

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Writing this at 3am because you can hear everything from inside your room. You can hear the people one floor up walking around, the elevator dinging and doors slamming. My daughter also got really sick from having our AC on at night, so they probably don't check the filter. The beds are also extremely soft to where it hurts your back. The staff is friendly though. read more

I think there is one word that can sum up our amazing stay at a hotel renew: Johnny. While all of the staff was very friendly, no one compared to Johnny's kindness, helpfulness, and welcoming energy that was present the moment we stepped into this hotel. He went out of his way to ensure that our stay was the best it could be, from giving us the cutest floaties to use at Waikiki beach to answering all of our constant tourist questions to personally making us coffee in the morning. Johnny is the absolute best and we would return to this hotel just for Johnny!! read more

Johnny made our stay from December 12th-15th absolutely amazing! We were celebrating our babymoon in Hawaii. We've originally booked an AirBnb a block away, which was so bad that we checked out early and booked Hotel Renew instead. We went to the hotel in the morning hoping to store our luggage since check-in wasn't until the afternoon. Johnny was able to assist with an early check-in even though we only asked to drop our bags off. What an great start to our stay! The room was just as pictured- modern and quiet. Everything worked as intended and they even have free coffee in the morning you can get from the lobby. The hotel was also a few minutes walk away from the beach, so we were able to enjoy to sunset off Waikiki easily. Throughout our stay, Johnny was always a constant presence at the front desk. All the staff we've interacted with was friendly and always said hi/bye through our passing. But he really took the cake when it comes to excelling in customer service and really making our babymoon stay at Hotel Renew memorable. We will definitely be returning on our next trip! read more

We'd definitely stay at Hotel Renew again. Reading some recent reviews before our visit made us nervous, but because it was priced so affordably and just within steps of Waikiki Beach, we went for it anyways - and we're SO glad we did. It's not the most luxurious hotel around, and it doesn't have some of the amenities of its major neighboring hotels. However, we've stayed at another major hotel across the street and we enjoyed this intimate, boutique hotel experience wayyy more. The staff were far friendlier than we experienced elsewhere, and services like the coffee bar and DIY lavender sachets are thoughtful touches. Plus, the valet parking, bottle-sized water dispenser in the lobby, and options to take beach towels, umbrellas, and chairs on our daily excursions were life-savers. To put the cherry on top, the hotel is just a stroll from the beach, zoo, famous restaurants, shopping, hole-in-the-wall eateries on Kahlua Ave, and top-rated dining on Kapahulu Ave. For its location, service, and cleanliness, you just can't beat this place. read more

We enjoyed our stay so much! Initially, we stayed for 2 nights, and they were able to accommodate us to stay for a 3rd night in the same rooms. All the staff was extremely friendly and helpful! We had 2 rooms, and each one was clean and cleaned up by housekeeping the days we stayed. They have valet parking for 45$ per day. We had a lot of people on this trip so we did rent an suv and paid for parking. It was worth it for us. And every time we needed the car, they were quick to bring it out front. They close their front doors between 6pm to 6am and you use your room card to get in the door. However, there's always personnel there to open it should you not be able to. We had no issues with any of the service. We were very happy. The hotel is walking distance from the beach and stores. They do offer beach items (chairs, towels, ect) to use, but we did not utilize it because we left to a beach further away and had brought our own items. During our stay, it was fairly quiet around the area. You could hear the people walking on the floor above but nothing major. Unless you are super picky, this might not be the place for you. We wanted a nice comfortable place to sleep after a long day of doing activities, and that is what we got. We came to Oahu not to stay in a hotel all day. Thanks to the staff for a great stay. read more

The marketing doesn't match the vibe but gets the job done. Oldish building. Balcony love. I enjoyed having dinner at the balcony every night and I could see the sunset and portion of the water. It was also a place to dry my dirty clothes and do yoga. One block from beach. One block from the tourist street that lines the ocean. They give balconies to the cheaper full bed rooms which is rare, but lovely in my case. Always provided everything needed. Must ask for new towels and cleaning. They provide beach towels, chairs, and umbrella which is nice, but the chairs were old and dirty. Umbrellas were also sold out. Female manager is kind of rude, but she did give me four free nights valet since I expected them to offer breakfast as it says online, and they do not breakfast. Shout-out to Roxanne and Mary who were lovely always knew the answers and assisted when needed. The valet parking is kind of a mess. They get it done though. It's not a traditional valet where you pull up in front and you hand the keys. You pull up into their tight and small lot which is impossible for non advanced drivers like myself to park in plus I had a Jeep Wrangler. Luckily someone arrived quickly to rearrange all the cars so I could just jump out without worrying. Prefer this valet than searching endlessly for parking after a day of hiking, driving, and beaching. Overall, perfect central location and room to unwind after my daily Oahu adventures. read more

This hotel is infested with ants. Too bad, since this hotel is well designed and staff members are very nice. We moved the room once due to a sunken mattress and the new room had bug issue. We even saw a cockroach. They offered one night off as a compensation but frankly not enough since the ants followed us back home in the luggage. Now we have to deal with ants problem at home. read more

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Unfortunately I was fooled by the photos on their website which I assume were taken right after the rooms were "renovated" several years ago or are heavily photoshopped. You see, I was expecting the room to look clean, new and modern like their photos show. Upon check-in, the first red flag was that the elevator button is broken. It took several tries for it to activate and actually call the elevator. Upon arrival into the room, I immediately noticed the following: *The room smells * The carpets were stained *The furniture is full of scratches and had chipped wood *The bathroom smelled terrible, like a musky/moldy shower that wasn't ever cleaned properly. There was visible mold throughout the tub/shower *The hairdryer was rusty, this thing must've been 20+ years old While the room was cheaper than other hotels, I assumed it was because of covid, not because it's worse than a motel. I brought up these concerns with the manager. He was friendly however, he basically said that all the rooms are like that, so it wouldn't make a difference if I got moved to a different room. Luckily I was only staying one night to begin with, but there's no way I would've stayed there for the duration of my trip. read more

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The staff was really helpful and hospitable throughout our stay. There is no pool or gym. But for the price you pay, it's totally worth it. It's literally a 2-5 minute walk to the beach. You can rent FREE beach towels, chairs, floaties, boogie boards & more! There is valet parking and we had no troubles with it. If you're looking for a cheaper but still clean spot near the beach, this is it! I'd come back here! read more

I can't wrap my head around the negative reviews. I originally had a hotel in this price range but the reviews started to scare me. Then I found this one and most of the newer reviews were fine. I mean of course there's the few 1 and 2 star bit those were sounding like people who expected the most fanciest hotel for the cheapest price. I thought this hotel was just great. The rooms were clean, quiet and spacious. We had a balcony and didn't pay more for it. Granted the balcony overlooked an alley and dumpster bir still fresh air if we needed it nonetheless. There were no smells, nothing broken, comfortable beds. All of the staff was very friendly and happpy to be here. You def got that Hawaiian welcoming spirit. The rooms did end up being more than at the much worse sounding hotel because parking was $20 more per night here than there and there was $30 daily resort fee that I didn't remember mention of previously but the hotel with accusations of bugs might have had one too. The resort fee did have more perks than other hotels in used to (looking at you Las Vegas!) there was always water available in the lobby, use of beach towels, chairs, boogie boards and snorkeling gear, sachets of lavender for under the pillow/luggage insert etc, room workout equipment (bands, dumbbells, etc) and apparently yoga classes at a park offsite depending on time of year. The location can't be beat. The beach was literally 500 ft away and plenty of shops and food nearby. I would stay here again if I ever came back and do recommend to anyone who's not stuck up about rooms. All you need is a clean quiet one :) friendly staff and extras are a plus especially when you got a location like this read more

Overall a good stay. About 500 feet from Waikiki Beach. Front desk staff was amazing. There is a grab and go bar in the lobby with drinks and a few snacks. Rooms were spacious and clean. Walls are paper thin and we did hear a child crying (or maybe it was someone who realized they were leaving Hawaii soon - LOL) late at night. Remember that there is a 3 hour time difference from California and a 6 hour difference from the East coast. The only real issue was parking. They charge $50 a night for valet parking, and they only have about 10-15 spaces per day. There is a self-parking garage about a block away at the Waikiki Banyon for $35 for 24 hours. There are a few metered parking spots right outside, however they were always full. My personal opinion...pay for the $50 valet parking. Never took more than 5 minutes to bring the car around. No room service, however, there are 3 ABC Stores (these are the best) within walking distance. One on Paoakalani Ave. (turn right out of the hotel) and two on Kalakaua Ave. (turn left out of the hotel and turn right at the street light). read more