The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki in Honolulu
✅ Highly praised historic charm and preserved architecture since 1927 ✅ Excellent location right on Waikiki Beach with stunning ocean views ✅ Friendly and attentive staff, especially at breakfast and Mai Tai Bar ✅ Well-maintained gardens and tropical landscaping around the property ✅ Complimentary use of the Sheraton Waikiki pool, appreciated by families with children ✅ High-quality food and beverage offerings, including a popular restaurant and bar ❌ Some rooms have small sizes and aging bathrooms and plumbing ❌ Service inconsistencies reported, including issues with housekeeping and resort fees ❌ Swimming pool is small, not heated, and sometimes crowded ❌ Valet parking is expensive ($65 per day) and resort fees may be charged unexpectedly ❌ Noise from adjacent rooms can be an issue due to thin walls ❌ Accessibility challenges noted for strollers and wheelchairs due to hotel layout
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Description
The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki is a historic 5-star hotel constructed in 1927, located directly on the beachfront of Waikiki. It offers a wide variety of room types, including suites and quadruple rooms with ocean or garden views, spread across the Mailani Tower and Historic Wing. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a private beach area, a bar and restaurant on site, a spa and wellness center, fitness facilities, and free bike rentals. The hotel maintains a charming vintage ambiance with tropical gardens and pink exterior, reflecting its long-standing heritage. Despite some comments on the aging plumbing and small room sizes typical for Waikiki, the property remains well maintained and delivers a memorable experience with attentive staff and excellent dining options. Pets are not allowed, and the hotel enforces a deposit policy. It is suited for travelers seeking a blend of historical appeal and beach access in Honolulu.
Location
Situated on Royal Hawaiian Avenue in Honolulu, The Royal Hawaiian lies just 130 meters from Waikiki Beach, providing immediate beach access. It is centrally positioned in the heart of Waikiki, close to several dining options including 'A Royal Hawaiian Lu'au - Aha'aina' at 127 meters and 'Giovanni Pastrami' at 196 meters. The hotel's beachfront location offers scenic views of Diamond Head and proximity to local attractions. The property is convenient for guests interested in both beach activities and exploring downtown Waikiki’s shops and restaurants.
Tips
- Book a room with an ocean view in either the Historic Wing or Mailani Tower to maximize your experience.
- Consider using the complimentary pool access at the adjacent Sheraton Waikiki, especially if traveling with children.
- Be prepared for additional resort fees and valet parking charges, and confirm any special requests or late checkouts in advance to avoid disappointments.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: American, Continental, Gluten-free, Vegetarian Set menu [Mon - Sun] 06:30-10:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: Deposit required The deposit is determined based on the duration of your stay. The charge is US$200.00 per night. This property accepts cash, credit cards and debit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: UnionPay, DinersClub, JSB, MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- ATM
- Shopping on site
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Fire Extinguisher
- Outdoor furniture
- Reception desk
- Electric car charging
- Bridal suite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Fridge
- Family room
- VIP room amenities
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Bathrobe
- Alarm clock
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wheelchair access to restaurant
- Iron and board
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Iron
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Kitchen
- Bottled water
- Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Airport transportation
- Car rental
- English
- Korean
- Multi-language staff
- Japanese
- Tour assistance
- Bike rental
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Sun Deck
- Parking
- Swimming pool
- Spa tub
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Water fun
- Water sport facilities
- Private beach
- Pool facilities
- Beach/pool towels
- Public beach
- Next to the beach
- Business center
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Conference Hall
- Snorkelling
- Fitness facilities
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Gym
- Yoga
- Doctor
- Massage
- Beauty services
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Children swimming pool
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 130 m. It takes 2 minutes To the beach!
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Video: The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, Waikiki Beach (Honolulu, Hawaii): a review
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Reviews
And the swimming pool is extremely small and not heated so mid-January I couldn't go in.
Thank you for everything!
Mahalo and see you soon!
It looked charming from the outside, but after staying, I found it was incredibly lovely on the inside too.
**Service:** The staff were warm and welcoming.
**Cleanliness:** The hotel was impeccably clean.
**Facilities:** While the room was a little on the small side, the hotel's overall design is incredibly unique and impressive! Every area feels like a curated scenic spot. Its enduring appeal undoubtedly comes from these distinctive and irreplaceable qualities.
pool lounges can be tricky at times, but the staff will try to accommodate. We enjoyed the early mornings at the coffee bar with the rocking chairs. Can't wait to return!
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The dancers were amazing as well as the singers, and the host was very informative.
Personally, I loved the evening show. We could see the sunset, the Diamond Head and all of Waikiki Beach in the background. It was truly magical.
Though not lavish, the buffet was quite good. The Aha'aina dance show was excellent – with many type of dances, including the iconic Hawaiian dance and fire performance, were all performed accordingly – so there was simply no need to get to the Polynesian Cultural Center.
Note: Seat selection is on a first-come-first-served basis so try to arrive early if you can.
My experience: great service all around, plenty of TVs to watch any game (15+ around the bar), hostess and bartender were extremely helpful and customer friendly
My food: Please never order the pineapple ballpark sausage from this place...yes there was tiny bits of pineapple in half of the sausage but it was bland and they for some reason served it with salsa, the bun was terrible and way too much for the dog, and I could cook a better dog in my college kitchen. The fries were, surprisingly, on point, crisp, with more than an expected share.
Evaluation: I’ll come here to watch a game, but I’ll only drink beers
Frequently asked questions about The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki
What types of rooms are available at The Royal Hawaiian?
The hotel offers a range of rooms including Mailani Tower rooms and suites with ocean views, Historic Wing rooms and suites with garden or ocean views, and quadruple rooms in both wings.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Pets are not allowed at The Royal Hawaiian.
Does the hotel have a private beach area?
Yes, the hotel includes a private beach area for guests.
Are there dining options on site?
The hotel has both a restaurant and a bar serving food and drinks.
What are the parking options and associated costs?
Free parking is available on site, but valet parking costs $65 per day. There is also a daily resort fee of $42.
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