Must-see hotels in Waikiki

Evincing modern sophistication, this family-owned resort lives up to its name, which means ʻHouse Befitting Heaven.’ It’s an all-encompassing experience…

Waikiki’s most historic beachfront hotel (parts date to 1901), this grand, colonial-style establishment retains its character. Graceful yet compact guest…

An older study in concrete block, this converted small apartment complex has had a sprightly renovation and now is a cheery hostel. Rooms have tropical…

Guest rooms at this sociable hostel include 4-, 6- and 8-bed dorms plus various flavors of private rooms. Among the included extras are breakfast, coin…

Don't judge this six-story, 1970s-era apartment complex based on its unpromising off-white concrete cover. Inside this standout budget option are 27…

Waikiki’s original luxury hotel, this pink Spanish-Moorish-style landmark is loaded with vintage opulence, which is kept relevant by continuous subtle…

On the Honolulu end of Waikiki, the Hilton is Waikiki’s largest resort hotel – practically a self-sufficient tourist fortress with 22 acres of towers,…

If your Don Draper fantasy still sizzles years after Mad Men, then you'll love this retro-chic 10-story hotel that recreates a posh early 1960s world that…

This mod property (vibrant blues and oranges throughout) on a side street one block from the beach is cheery enough. The 73 rooms are bright and come with…

Not another high-rise timeshare, this two-story Polynesian-style place is a throwback to another era (one without a 'hospitality' fee...). You’ll either…

This is the slightly edgy, slightly more affordable sibling of the vaunted Halekulani across the street. The highlight is the fab rooftop lounge with a…

No frills – and you're not here for the decor – but plenty of aloha characterize this kitschy, candy-pink, six-story hotel that attracts so many returning…

This hip boutique hotel is a lovely sanctuary near Kaimana Beach. At the calm southern edge of Waikiki, many rooms have panoramic views of Diamond Head…

Terraced ocean-view rooms and suites are elementally chic, showing off teak doors and marble baths. Not all rooms have balconies and some also lack basics…

Sprawled on a prime stretch of sand, you can hit the surf in the morning then join the party crowd at Duke’s Waikiki over sunset cocktails. The 524 rooms…

This modern high-rise has more than respectable 1- and 2-bedroom units, with earth-toned furnishings, marble baths and bold, modern artwork. Spacious…

On the far north side of Waikiki near the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor, this mid-century landmark is walkable distance from both the Ala Moana Center mall and the…

Opened in 2018, the ‘Alohilani is the reimagining of a dour package tour hotel. The reborn lobby features a two-story aquarium that the hotel modestly…

One of the best oceanfront bargains in Waikiki, this 808-room high-rise hotel fronting Fort DeRussy Beach is reserved for active and retired US military…

Perfect for families, this all-suites high-rise hotel is a short walk from the aquarium, the zoo and, of course, the beach. Roomy if sometimes beat-up…