We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Honolulu, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated February 2024.
Cool. Comfortable beds. Great views. Popular among business travellers. This business friendly hotel is 5 minutes’ walk away from attractions such as the Hawaii State Capitol Building and the Hawaii State Art Museum. Each suite at Aston at the Executive Centre Hotel offers floor-to-ceiling windows with city, ocean or mountain views. Central air conditioning is provided for our units. Offering free WiFi. Each suite at the property features a cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator. Select units that offer fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes are perfect for extended stays. Housekeeping is available every 3rd day of stay service. A heated swimming pool and a hot tub are part of this Honolulu hotel. Hawai’i Pacific University is just 10 minutes’ walk away from Aston at the Executive Centre Hotel. Chinatown is 8 minutes’ drive away. Honolulu International Airport is 10 minutes' drive from the property.Show full description
Newly opened, October 2023. Attractively located in the centre of Honolulu, AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and a business centre for guests. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Italian options. Popular points of interest near AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu include Iolani Palace, Foster Botanical Garden and Neal S. Blaisdell Center. The nearest airport is Honolulu International Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Highly elegant. Creative. Great breakfast. Located on Waikiki Beach overlooking Diamond Head, the Halekulani hotel boasts 3 restaurants, a live jazz lounge, and a day spa. A spacious lanai is provided in each guest room. All guest rooms include a luxurious en suite bathroom with plush bathrobes, premium toiletries, marble vanities, deep soaking tub and a separate glassed-in shower. Free WiFI is available throughout the property. A fresh fruit bowl and signature chocolates welcome guests in each room at Halekulani. A flat-screen TV is also provided. The oceanfront, internationally-awarded La Mer restaurant, open daily for dinner, features fine French cuisine utilizing fresh, local Hawaiian ingredients. Orchids restaurant offers seafood specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a sumptuous Sunday brunch. Oceanfront casual terrace dining and nightly entertainment is available at the landmark A House Without a Key restaurant. The Spa Halekulani offers a complete menu of treatments incorporating traditional Polynesian rituals. Massages, facials, body therapies and beauty services are offered. A full-service business centre is located on site. A heated swimming pool with glass tile mosaic and views of Waikiki Beach is offered, and pool attendants are available to fulfill guest requests. Upscale shopping and dining at Ala Moana Shopping Center is 10 minutes’ drive away. The Halekulani is 35 minutes’ drive from Honolulu International Airport.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT resorts in Honolulu.
Located in Honolulu, a few steps from Kuhio Beach, ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Conveniently situated in the Waikiki district, this hotel features a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, continental and American options. Popular points of interest near ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI include Waikiki Beach, Queen's Surf Beach and Saint Augustine by-the-Sea. The nearest airport is Honolulu International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Great restaurant. Discover Waikiki’s most distinctive luxury resort experience that combines home conveniences with resort amenities. Oahu’s first Ritz-Carlton property features 552 ocean-view rooms and suites with residential amenities that include gourmet kitchens and kitchenettes and premium brand washers and dryers. With 246 suites, the resort boasts the largest number of hotel luxury suites on the island. Guests can discover a vast array of distinctive experiences along with legendary Ritz-Carlton service. Amenities include two of the highest infinity pools in Waikiki with private cabanas, a premier fitness center, yoga room and movie theatre. The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers customized treatments that highlights the balancing elements and traditional healing methods of the islands. Adding to the enjoyment is a fine selection of dining experiences that are both creative in taste and presentation, ensuring an adventure for the senses, including a sushi legend from Japan, modern French cuisine, outdoor Italian concept and a global high-end gourmet market. With more than 6,000 square feet of indoor function space, meetings and events at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach ensure attendees go home feeling productive, inspired and better yet, with a story to tell. Waikiki International Marketplace Shopping Center is 200 metres from The Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki, while Waikiki Beach Area is 300 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Honolulu Airport, 11 km away.Show full description
Elegant. Friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Aston Waikiki Beach Tower is an all-suite property located across the street from Waikiki Beach. Each suite offers fully equipped accommodation with kitchens. On-site amenities include an outdoor pool and a modern recreation deck. Daily maid service is available. All suites feature views of the Pacific Ocean. Each includes a fully-equipped kitchen with a microwave, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, a toaster, and a dishwasher, as well as a washing machine and a tumble dryer, a balcony/lanai, a TV with cable channels, a DVD player, ironing facilities, a safety deposit box, and air-conditioning. The en suite bathroom includes a shower and a hairdryer. Daily housekeeping and nightly turndown service is available. Guests can relax in the hot tub at the aparthotel. The recreation desk includes access to the barbecue grills, an open-air dining area, billiards, jet spa, Yoga class on site and a fitness centre. Aston Waikiki Beach Tower is 1.6 km from the Hawaii Convention Center. Honolulu International Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Cool. Elegant. Great views. Minutes from beautiful Ala Moana Beach and the world-famous Waikiki Beach, the Prince Waikiki offers delicious on-site dining options along with modern amenities and facilities, including a full-service spa. Nearby attractions within walking distance, The Hawaii Convention Center, Ala Moana Beach Park and other endless recreational activities are also only moments away. Guests staying at the Prince Waikiki Hotel can enjoy a variety of on-site dining options, including traditional Hawaiian food as well as authentic Japanese and international favourites. The hotel also features an on-site activity desk as well as a fitness centre and The Library or a quiet corner to relax or get a bit of work done. MAC/HP computers available for guest use. Printer available for printing airline boarding passes.Show full description
Nice style. Creative. Popular among business travellers. The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort is located in the heart of Waikiki, in Honolulu, and offers a fitness centre, full-service spa, an on-property bakery, exclusive area on the beach, beach activities, two outdoor pool options, and cultural activities. Offering basic high-speed WiFi, each room is equipped with an iPod docking station and a refrigerator with 2 bottles of water. Decorated in tropical colors and themes with airy windows the rooms also feature views of the garden or ocean. Guests at The Royal can swim in one of two outdoor pools, the Malulani Pool and the Helumoa Playground, or relax on the beach. The resort also features a hot tub and water sports rentals. Daily cultural activities are also available to guests. The Mai Tai Bar serves tropical cocktails and nightly entertainment with views of Diamond Head. Surf Lanai is open for breakfast and lunch, specializing in mainland classic dishes with tropical accents presented in a refreshing manner. Azure Restaurant serves the freshest local seafood caught daily. Kids under 5 years of age can eat for free off the kids menu with one paying adult. The Royal Hawaiian is one mile from the Honolulu Zoo, and 5 minutes' walk to the International Market Place.Show full description
Central. Very clean. Great location. Located in the heart of Waikiki, 2 minutes' walk to Waikiki Beach, Halepuna Waikiki is a luxury boutique hotel surrounded by shopping and dining. The property was designed by internationally acclaimed interior design firm, Champalimaud and features works of several Hawaiian artists in partnership with The Honolulu Museum of Art public art program. Guest rooms feature complimentary WiFi, 50-inch flat screen TVs, TOTO washlets (electronic bidet), specialty bath amenities, deep-soaking tub, shade and lighting controls, and USB and Bluetooth connectivity conveniences. The Urban Oasis is located on the 8th floor and offers a panoramic view of Waikiki Beach, an infinity lap pool, a hot tub, a pool bar serving specialty cocktails and a private garden with reflexology path. Guests can enjoy the on-site fitness studio, a couple of weekly classes. Guests also have access to SpaHalekulani and charging privileges spa at the property's sister hotel located across the street. Halekulani Bakery & Restaurant features a bakery with a chocolate-viewing kitchen and an all-day dining restaurant focusing on local ingredients and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Guests can enjoy free access to the Bishop Museum and the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center 5 minutes' walk and International Marketplace is 643 metres away. Ala Moana Shopping Center is 2.4 km away and Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is 13.2 km from the property.Show full description
This hotel has exceptional cleanliness and a great location in Honolulu!
Located in the heart of Waikiki Beach, Oahu, the OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort features beautifully renovated guestrooms and suites with a modern Hawaiian feel and sweeping ocean views. Enjoy luxury amenities and local hospitality, all while staying steps from Honolulu’s most famous attractions, including Waikiki Beach Walk®, Diamond Head and some of the most iconic scenery in Hawaii. Some of our many amenities include flat-screen TV, Chromecast TV, 4 USB Ports, small fridge, in room safe, a vanity with lighted cosmetic mirror and free toiletries are offered in the en suite bathroom. The poolside Kani Ka Pila Grille is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features live Hawaiian music nightly. An extensive collection of artwork is featured at the OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. Cultural activities such as hula, lei making and vow renewal ceremonies on the beach are also offered to our guests. Kapiolani Park, the Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium are within 1.5 km of this resort. Honolulu International Airport is just 20 minutes’ drive from OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort.Show full description
Central. Superb breakfast. Great value. Popular among business travellers. Nestled just steps from Waikiki Beach, Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk is an all-suite resort located just off the main strip of Kalakaua Avenue. It offers free WiFi and comfortable amenities, and is surrounded by lush landscaping and features traditional Hawaiian art. Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk is centrally located on the 8-acre Waikiki Beach Walk. All suites offer a living room area, a kitchenette complete with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Select suites offer views of the city or ocean, and a balcony. Guests can enjoy the open-air Grand Lanai, which is located on the 4th floor. The lanai boasts a heated swimming pool, a hot tub and a children's pool. Relax on the large sundeck while drinking a cocktail from the Pakini Bar. Live Hawaiian entertainment is played 4 times a week. Guests are offered a hot, full cook-to-order breakfast as well as beverages and snacks poolside. Guests can also take advantage of the fitness centre, laundry facilities, and the business centre at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk. The lively area features an outdoor entertainment plaza, 40 retail shops and restaurants. Kids and adults will also love the variety of cultural activities offered at the Beach Walk. The suites are only a 5.6 km from Diamond Head. Honolulu Zoo and Ala Moana Shopping center are 2.4 km away.Show full description
Great location. Just 6.4 km from the Diamond Head Crater Park, the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort features two oceanfront pools, an adult-only infinity pool and Helumoa Playground featuring two fresh water swimming pools, and a 70 foot long water slide Modern rooms feature a flat-screen TV and video games at Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort. Rooms are simply styled and offer a private balcony, some with mountain or ocean views. In-room coffee and a work desk are also provided. The Sheraton offers 4 on-site dining options, including Pacific Rim inspired RumFire, the Edge of Waikiki bar situated just above the ocean, a breakfast featuring Hawaii's locally grown products at Kai Market. A tour desk and child care services are offered at this resort. Fitness and business facilities are also located on-site for guest convenience. Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park are 3.2 km from the resort. Waikiki Shopping Centre is just 2 minutes' walk away.Show full description
Located directly on Waikiki Beach, OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort features an oceanfront swimming pool with sun terrace, two on-site oceanfront restaurants, and Blue Note Hawaii. A flat-screen TV with cable channels with pay options is offered in each air-conditioned guest room. A refrigerator and a coffee machine are provided. The beachfront restaurant, Duke's Waikiki offers breakfast and lunch buffets along with à la carte dinners. Hula Grill Waikiki boasts retro Hawaiian décor and serves breakfast, lunch and specialty cocktails. The rooftop Infinity Massage spa offers a spacious sun terrace with ocean views. Massage therapies, facials, body treatments and beauty services incorporating Hawaiian and European techniques and products are available. Free child-friendly Hawaiian cultural activities are offered daily and may include fresh flower lei-making or ukulele lessons. An expansive lobby highlights Hawaiian artwork and koa wood furnishings. Married guests can participate in a free Hawaiian vow renewal ceremony on the beach. Upscale shopping and dining at The Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center and Waikiki Beach Walk are within 5 minutes’ walk of Honolulu OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort. Honolulu International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Good breakfast. Great value. Offering an outdoor pool with a sun deck and BBQ facilities, Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites, an Aqua Boutique Hotel is 10 minutes’ walk to Waikiki Beach. A flat-screen TV is included in each air-conditioned guest room at Luana Waikiki, an Aqua Boutique Hotel. Select rooms offer a balcony, kitchenette or full kitchen. Other amenities offered at this hotel include Chilled fruit-infused water in lobby, and DVD Movies and Rentals. Beach /Pool towels and Ice Machines are available for guest use. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, Hawaii Convention Center and Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center are less than 1 km from the hotel. Honolulu International Airport is located 11 km away.Show full description
Hip. Creative. Great value. Featuring an outdoor pool, the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in Waikiki offers vintage inspired bungalows and suites, with optional in-room coffee and cocktail service. Hand-crafted furniture, custom-tile bathroom floors and eclectic artwork is featured in all rooms, as well as wireless speakers, an alarm system, and a private balcony that is each uniquely crafted. The vibrant art districts of Kakaako, Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown are within 20 minutes' drive of The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club. A flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine are also included. The en suite bathroom provides a hairdryer and free toiletries. The Swim Club offers poolside entertainment, cultural activities and programs. Private cabanas are available for hire. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests. Mahina & Sun's restaurant offers dishes made with organic ingredients sourced by local farmer serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant features crafted cocktails and a specially blended and roasted coffee made exclusively for The Surfjack. The hotel is 5 minutes' drive from Waikiki Beach and 15 minutes' drive to Diamond Head State Monument. Shopping and dining at the Royal Hawaiian Center is 5 minutes' walk away, while the International Market Place is 8 minutes' walk away.Show full description
This is one of the coolest, most creative and stylish boutique hotels in Honolulu! It also has great affordability. WOW!
Super central. Trendy. Very clean. Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is ideally located in central Waikiki. It offers a lounge with a wading pool, large jacuzzi, and outdoor fire pits. Each room at the property is equipped with a 55" flat-screen TV, an in-room coffee maker, a mini refrigerator, and a clock. Rooms also include floor-to-ceiling windows with various views. The property offers a fitness centre, a business centre, and a cafe. The Lanai Restaurant is temporarily closed. The resort also offers bike hire. Waikiki Beach is 400 metres from Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, while Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting & Hula Ceremony is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Honolulu Airport, 11 km from Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CENTRAL resorts in Honolulu. It also has a central location.
Very central. Creative. Cosy rooms. Situated in Honolulu, 300 metres from Waikiki Beach, OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel provides a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, rooms come with a balcony. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel offers some units with sea views, and the rooms have a coffee machine. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The accommodation offers an à la carte or American breakfast. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Kuhio Beach, Fort DeRussy Beach and Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center. The nearest airport is Honolulu International Airport, 15 km from OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel.Show full description
Located on Oahu, on the Waikiki Trolley and bus routes, the Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador is 5 minutes' walk to Waikiki Beach. An outdoor pool and coffee bistro are available on site. A flat-screen cable TV with free movies is featured in each bright room. Each air-conditioned room is equipped with a refrigerator. Ironing facilities and an en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and hair dryer are provided. Offering snacks and a variety of other items, a convenience store is located on site. A launderette is available. Surfboard storage is available on site. Ala Moana Center is 1.6 km away from the Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador. Hans Hedemann Surf School is 5 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Honolulu International Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Set in Honolulu, 700 metres from Kahanamoku Beach, The Equus offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and free WiFi. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a business centre. At the hotel all rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room has a coffee machine, while selected rooms will provide you with a kitchenette with a microwave. At The Equus all rooms include bed linen and towels. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near The Equus include Fort DeRussy Beach, Ala Moana Beach and Magic Island. The nearest airport is Honolulu International Airport, 14 km from the hotel.Show full description
Stylish. Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Featuring a 280,000 gallon, two-story saltwater Oceanarium in the middle of the lobby filled with a large variety of colorful native Hawaiian reef fishes, ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach offers beach side accommodation in Honolulu and boasts several on-site restaurants and a bar. Many rooms & suites provide unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and Diamond Head. All rooms are fitted with an HD flat-screen TV. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. All rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Swell Pool & Bar offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a saltwater infinity pool, hot tub, a private cabanas and nightly live music overlooking the fabled Waikiki Beach. Guests can dine at several restaurants available. Morimoto Asia serves an Asian cuisine and Momosan features ramen dishes in a more casual setting. Saint Augustine by-the-Sea is 100 metres from ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, while Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting & Hula Ceremony is 300 metres from the property. Honolulu Airport is 12 km away. Lodging is subject to state general excise and transient accommodation taxes and may be subject to change at any time without notice, as determined by hotel management in order to remain compliant with Hawai'i County Council.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool.
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