Hawaii is expensive to stay, very expensive! Honolulu and especially Waikiki, the famous beach area, are notoriously expensive to stay, especially at the resorts. You need to hunt for deals and bargains, if that’s what you’re after – but they are there! Here are some of the best rated ones we’ve found for under AU$265 a night.
Polynesian Residences Waikiki Beach
Guest Rating: 8.5
Deluxe 2 Doubles- Indicative Price: $233
The Polynesian Residences Waikiki Beach are only one block from the renowned Waikiki Beach and 20 minutes’ walk from both the Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium.
In addition to the air-conditioned studios and suites with free WiFi, private lanai balconies, most rooms are fully-equipped with kitchenettes with 2-burner stovetops. They also have microwaves, mini-refrigerators, together with a coffee maker, a toaster, and utensils, cookware, and dishware. The remodelled rooms are modern and comfortable. The rooms also feature a flat screen TV with cable channels.
There are coin-operated laundry facilities on the property. Visitors can take advantage of the yoga and hula courses or
unwind at the pool in one of the cabanas that are offered. They provide free Tommy Bahama beach chairs and beach towel rentals for their beachgoers.
The Polynesian Residences Waikiki Beach are just under 5 minutes’ walk from the US Army Museum of Hawaii. The property is 15 minutes’ drive from Honolulu International Airport.
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Coconut Waikiki Hotel
Guest Rating: 8.3
City View Queen Room- Indicative Price: $261
This boutique hotel, which is situated across from the Ala Wai Canal is only one block from shops and three blocks from Waikiki Beach. It offers a tranquil and playful atmosphere in a cosy blend of warmth and straightforward design.
The hotel has a pleasantly cosy lobby and offers the following complimentary services: 24-hour coffee and tea in the lobby, WiFi in rooms and throughout the hotel.
Each spacious, contemporary guest room offers local and toll-free calls, 40″ or 42″ LCD TVs, wet bars, mini-refrigerators, microwaves, coffeemakers, and safes. There is also a work
desk, and an en-suite bathroom with luxurious products. A few rooms come with fully functional kitchenettes. The private balconies in the guestrooms offer views.
For the comfort of the guests, a sun deck, a BBQ area, and an outdoor pool are offered. On-site amenities include a fitness centre.
The Coconut Waikiki Hotel is is within ten minutes on foot to the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Centre. The distance to Diamond Head Trail Head is 10 minutes by car (you can walk it but it’s a hard walk in the sun!). The hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from Honolulu International Airport
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Ilima Hotel
Guest Rating: 8.3
Studio Standard- Indicative Price: $265
The Ilima Hotel is conveniently situated close to dining and shopping (one street from the International Marketplace) and just two blocks from the renowned Waikiki Beach. Limited free parking and high speed WiFi are available.
All guest rooms come with a fully functional kitchen, a balcony, air conditioning, 32-inch flat-screen TVs , coffee makers, an in-room safe, and a telephone. A complete bath, an ironing board, and a hair dryer are all included in the bathroom. There is also a sitting room with a desk and chair.
A sundeck, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness facility are available at the Ilima Hotel. There is a front desk open around-the-clock and a guest laundrette for your convenience.
Visitors to the IIima can stroll around the International Market Place or visit the nearby Honolulu Zoo – walkable on foot!
The Ilima hotel is near the fun, yet secluded on a quiet street near the Ala Wai canal. You can also take advantage of being a short distance from Waikiki Beach, and the International Marketplace (as previously mentioned) and also the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center.
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
Guest Rating: 8.2
Run of House- Indicative Price: $261
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki has an outdoor pool and offers reasonable lodging with NO resort fees right at the start of Waikiki! The ocean, Ala Moana Shopping Centre, and the Hawaii Convention Centre are all close by and accessible on foot.
The flat-screen HDTVs in the rooms come with Max channels.
The Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki’s guest rooms come equipped with a mini-refrigerator, a microwave, and tea and coffeemaking amenities. Each room
also has a safe and an electrical charging station as well as a hair dryer, bathroom amenities, ironing equipment, and free use of the business centre and fitness centre are all included in every guest room.
The hotel lobby offers free coffee and tea and iced water to its visitors. There are laundry facilities at the motel as well.
Self-parking costs $28 per vehicle, per night. In front of the hotel, there is access to public transit (the bus). Discover the island’s culture, immerse yourself in it, and create wonderful vacation memories!
The drive to Honolulu International Airport takes 30 minutes.
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Waikiki Malia by Outrigger
Guest Rating: 7.9
2 Twin Beds Waikiki View- Indicative Price: $238
The Waikiki Malia, which has an outdoor pool and hot tub, is located 5 minutes’ walk from Kalakaua Avenue’s upscale stores. It takes 5 minutes to walk to Waikiki Beach. There is WiFi in every suite.
Each suite has a balcony, blackout shades, air conditioning, a safe in the room, and an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer, ironing supplies, and a bathtub/shower combination. A stovetop or microwave, a refrigerator, and cookware are included in the kitchenette.
There is a 24-hour reception area and bell service available for visitors. Additionally available to visitors is a fitness centre. Additionally provided are dry cleaning services.
Every day, the International House of Pancakes provides traditional American breakfast fare. The sports bar Rivals Waikiki has 14 flat-screen TVs, a bar, and a lounge with a Las Vegas-style ambience.
The distance to Honolulu International Airport is 14.5 kilometres. Waikiki Malia is located 10 minutes’ drive from Waikiki Aquarium.
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