Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to the Hyatt Regency Waikiki, I was a little skeptical about staying right on Kalakaua Avenue. All that tourist foot traffic, you know? But honestly, once you’re inside, the energy of Waikiki becomes part of the charm rather than an annoyance. The lobby’s got this open-air Hawaiian vibe that actually works – none of that sterile hotel chain feeling you’d expect from a big property like this.

What really surprised me was how the location plays out in practice. Sure, you’re smack in the middle of everything (and I mean everything – ABC stores, street performers, that whole Waikiki circus), but the beach access is genuinely good. You walk straight out and you’re on the sand without having to navigate through other hotel properties or weird public access points. The pool area’s decent too, though it gets pretty packed during peak hours – I’d hit it early morning if you want any chance at a quiet swim. The rooms are solid for a 4-star, nothing groundbreaking but the AC works well (crucial in Hawaii), and if you get an ocean view, the sunsets are legitimately spectacular. I mean, you’re paying for it, but still.

Here’s what I wish someone had told me before booking: the elevators can be painfully slow when it’s busy, especially around checkout time. Also, parking isn’t cheap, but then again, nothing in Waikiki is. The spa’s actually pretty good if you’re into that – I almost skipped it thinking it’d be overpriced and underwhelming, but the lomi lomi massage was worth every penny. Food situation’s interesting – there’s a decent coffee spot in the lobby (saves you from the Starbucks lines down the street), and while the restaurants aren’t going to blow your mind, they’re better than typical hotel fare. You’re also a quick walk to some genuinely great local spots if you venture off Kalakaua – though honestly, most people never do. The staff generally knows their stuff, especially the concierge team who can point you toward the less touristy beaches if you ask nicely. With an 8.2 rating, it’s clearly doing something right, and after staying there, I get it. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in Hawaii, but it nails that sweet spot of location, comfort, and not feeling like you’re staying in a corporate box. Just don’t expect it to be quiet – you’re in the heart of Waikiki, after all.

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa Accommodations

Reviews of Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa

• Hope (9/10)

  I love the view from the room. I loved all the little stores in the resort and spa. The breakfast was amazing. The room was very clean. The staff was amazing. I got the best shaved ice right in the resort and spa. It had great beach access. it was a great place to have a wedding. The waterfall in the middle of the hotel was beautiful. The valet parking was very helpful.

• Lainie from Australia (9/10)

  Location was excellent and the room was a great size. All the facilities were very handy

• Gerald from United States (9/10)

  The room was comfortable.

• Diann from United States (7/10)

  Location

• Maryanntonette from United States (9/10)

  i loved the location of the hotel, in the middle of everything, all the action

• Robert from United States (7/10)

  Nice view from 39th floor!

• Michelle from Australia (7/10)

  The view was amazing. Close to everything. Liked cups instead of bottled water. Nice pool and towel vending machine. Liked that you could borrow chairs to take to beach.

• Ian from Australia (9/10)

  Location to the beach and shops.

• Nick from Australia (9/10)

  Great location

• Jaycee from United States (7/10)

  The room was very clean and spacious and offered a great view of Waikiki beach. Everything was within walking distance and they brought a crib for my baby.

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