201 ʻŌhua Avenue, Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States
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Hawaii Dream Escape, Ocean Views & Free Parking Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Hawaii Dream Escape? The moment I walked into the lobby, I could actually hear the ocean – not just see it through those floor-to-ceiling windows they’ve got facing the water. I mean, a lot of places claim “ocean views” and you end up squinting at a sliver of blue between two buildings, but this place delivers on that promise in a big way.

The parking situation alone makes this spot worth considering, honestly. I’ve stayed at places in Hawaii where you’re dropping $35 a night just to park your rental car, so when they say free parking and actually mean it – well, that’s already putting money back in your pocket for shave ice runs. The rooms themselves have this relaxed vibe that doesn’t feel like they’re trying too hard. The balconies are actually deep enough to sit on without feeling like you’re perched on a ledge, and in the mornings you’ll catch the locals heading out for their dawn surf sessions if you’re up early enough. There’s something really peaceful about watching that ritual with your coffee.

What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to know the area beyond just the tourist highlights. When I asked about good local spots, the front desk guy – I think his name was Kai – didn’t just hand me a brochure. He actually drew me a little map to this hole-in-the-wall poke place that locals hit up, and mentioned which beaches get crazy crowded around 11 AM so I could time my visits better. The housekeeping was solid too, though fair warning – if you’re a super light sleeper, the trade winds can make the windows whistle a bit at night. Personally, I found it kind of soothing after the first night, but just something to keep in mind. The whole place has this lived-in comfort that makes you feel like you’re staying at a well-maintained friend’s place rather than some sterile hotel chain. You’ll probably end up spending more time on your balcony than you planned, especially during those golden hour sunsets when the whole sky turns into this ridiculous painting that doesn’t look real.

Hawaii Dream Escape, Ocean Views & Free Parking Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartmentextra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Hawaii Dream Escape, Ocean Views & Free Parking

  • Greg from Australia (10/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Lei Day: 1.1 km
  • Kuhiobeach: 550 m
  • Fort DeRussy: 2 km
  • Honolulu Zoo: 450 m
  • Kapiolani Park: 1.6 km
  • Kuhio Mini Park: 300 m
  • Waikiki Aquarium: 1.1 km
  • Kapi Olani Bandstand: 800 m
  • US Army Museum of Hawaii: 1.9 km
  • Honolulu Stadium / Old stadium park: 3.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Domino’s: 100 m
  • Restaurant M A C 24/7: 300 m
  • Cafe/bar Banyan Breeze: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Shangri La: 4.4 km
  • Magic Island: 3.9 km
  • Iolani Palace: 6 km
  • Honolulu Museum of Art: 4.9 km
  • Foster Botanical Garden: 7 km
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific: 7 km

Natural beauty:

  • Waterfall Manoa Falls: 4.8 km
  • Peak Diamond Head (217m): 3.4 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Kuhio Beach: 400 m
  • Kaimana Beach: 1.4 km
  • Waikiki Beach: 600 m
  • Fort DeRussy Beach: 1.9 km
  • Queen’s Surf Beach: 450 m

Closest airports:

  • Molokai Airport: 75 km*
  • Kalaupapa Airport: 87 km*
  • Honolulu International Airport: 16 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities Additional charge
  • Balcony

Wellness:

  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Sauna

Activities:

  • Beach
  • Snorkelling Off-site
  • Diving Additional charge Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
  • Fishing Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Lift

Outdoor & View:

  • Sea view

Room Amenities:

  • Sofa bed
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese
  • Chinese

Cleaning services:

  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • ATM/cash machine on site

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Entertainment and family services:

  • Children’s playground

Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
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House Rules at Hawaii Dream Escape, Ocean Views & Free Parking

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

10

Comfort:

10

Location:

10

Facilities:

10

Cleanliness:

10

Value for money:

10