Budget Hotels & Hostels
Apartments
Guesthouses and B&Bs
Aqua Waikiki Joy
The numerous Aston hotels scattered throughout Waikiki are hit-or-miss, particularly the budget options. So the conveniently located 93-room Waikiki Joy is a find...
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
This sleek resort breathes elegance and enjoys a prime beach location, smack in front of Pu'u Keka'a (Black Rock)...
Kaanapali Beach Hotel
While not the fanciest, newest or biggest, this low-key Kaʻanapali resort hotel has an enviable beach location and, most of all, genuine Hawaiian aloha. Free family-friendly lessons in ukulele, hula and lei-making.
Halekulani
Elegant and upscale, the Halekulani - 'House Befitting Heaven' - is Waikiki's only true luxury hotel. Service is impeccable, but the staff demeanor is low-key and casual, reflecting the local style...
Maui Coast Hotel
Among the handful of hotels in condo-laden Kihei, this is the best. And unlike most Kihei accommodation, there's no minimum stay here, so it's popular with visitors who are splitting stays between Kihei and other corners of Maui...
Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
Hilo's best big hotel is the Hilo Hawaiian on Banyan Dr. Rooms are pleasing - neat and clean, with a standard tropical floral decor. Ocean-view rooms really deliver, and most have a private lanai...
Travaasa Hana
This is Maui's ultimate escape. Exclusive Hotel Hana-Maui leaves the electronic gadgets at the front desk. Forget TV, you won't even find an alarm clock in the guest rooms. This pampering resort in remote Hana is all about unwinding...
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
The Marriott's beachside location is far superior to the Hilton's, and the Kings' Shops are within walking distance. At the time of research, the Marriot was two years into a one-year, US$40-million renovation. Rooms were still available.
Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa
Built in 1901, the 'First Lady of Waikiki' was Hawaii's first hotel on the beach. The historic Banyan Wing resembles a grand, plantation-style manor...
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
The only true mega-resort in Waikiki, the 22-acre Hilton is a self-contained, fantasy island 'village'. Nearly 3000 rooms are spread throughout five high-rise towers surrounded by pools, tropical foliage, flamingos and koi (Japanese carp)...
Ilima Hotel
If your idea of comfort is a full-size apartment with kitchen, Ilima Hotel can't be beat...
Aqua Lotus Honolulu
At the distant Diamond Head end of Waikiki, adjacent to Sans Souci Beach, the former 'W' hotel has toned down its hip, cutting-edge design and ended up transformed into a classy, boutique-style destination hotel...
Aston Islander On The Beach
The Islander is the best midrange hotel on the island. All 186 rooms were renovated in fall 2005 and, with granite countertops, flat-panel TVs and stainless-steel and teak furnishings, they feel more upscale than their peers...
Kauai Inn
Located inland, off the beaten track, this peaceful property near Alekoko Fishpond is Kaua'i's oldest hotel. While not fancy, the 40 rooms are clean and quite spacious, with sliding doors leading to back porches...
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Stepping into the Hyatt Regency Waikiki, you might swear you're at a ritzy shopping centre...
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
The wide, open lobby of the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is perhaps Waikiki's best spot for people-watching. You'll see a parade of tourists, from snowbird couples to Japanese brides to college partiers...
Queen Kapiolani Hotel
One of the best-value options in Waikiki, this 19-story hotel at the quieter Diamond Head end of Waikiki has a regal theme: chandeliers, high ceilings and faded paintings of Hawaiian royalty...
Aqua Bamboo Waikiki
Velvet furnishings in burgundy and celadon. Bamboo-slatted pillars, wicker chairs and marble walls. Step into the stylish lobby of Bamboo and you'll feel soothed. Bamboo is a decent choice, especially if you cop a discount rate...
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
You'll be struck by the lavishness of this place as soon as you step into the lobby atrium with its orchids, palm trees and extravagant artwork. But don't think that makes it highbrow...
Hilton Waikiki Beach
A solid business-class hotel, the rebranded Hilton is a fine choice for anyone who wants clean and modern rooms without a beachfront location or an adjoining shopping mall...
Maui Sunseeker Lgbt Resort
Catering to gay and lesbian travelers, this place consist of two adjacent properties. Opt for the rear one, known formerly as Wailana Inn, as its studios beam with tasteful decor that outshines other places in this price range...
The Kahala Hotel & Resort
One of the state's most exclusive luxury hotels. This is where the rich and famous go when they want to avoid the Waikiki scene, a 15-minute drive away...