IH909 Waikiki 1777 Ala Moana Blvd Honolulu

IH909 Waikiki 1777 Ala Moana Blvd Honolulu Overview

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to this place on Ala Moana Boulevard, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The address puts you right in that sweet spot where Waikiki starts to feel less touristy and more like actual Honolulu, you know? It’s maybe a 10-minute walk to the main Waikiki strip, but far enough away that you’re not dealing with the constant parade of tour groups and street performers at all hours.

What really got me was how quiet it actually is at night. I mean, you’re still in the city – you’ll hear the occasional car or late-night conversation drifting up from the street – but it’s nothing like staying right on Kalakaua Avenue where the party never stops. The building itself has this understated vibe that I actually prefer to some of the flashier resort complexes. Check-in was surprisingly smooth (no crazy lines like you get at the big chain hotels), and the staff seemed to actually know the neighborhood when I asked about good local spots for breakfast. They pointed me toward this little café on Kapiolani that I never would have found otherwise.

Here’s the thing that makes this spot work – you’re literally across from Ala Moana Beach Park, which honestly might be my favorite stretch of sand on the island. It’s where locals go to surf and barbecue on weekends, so you get this authentic Hawaiian experience without fighting crowds of tourists for a decent spot on the beach. Plus, Ala Moana Center is right there when you need actual shopping or want to grab food that isn’t resort-priced. I spent way too much time at the Whole Foods there, but hey, having decent groceries nearby is clutch when you’re staying somewhere for more than a couple nights. The rooms themselves are solid – nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable with that kind of tropical-modern aesthetic that doesn’t try too hard. Air conditioning works great (which matters more than you think in Hawaii), and I appreciated having a little kitchenette area. Parking was straightforward too, which is honestly a minor miracle in this part of town. You know what really sold me though? Standing on the lanai in the evening with the sun setting behind the mountains, watching the locals set up their fishing lines along the shore. That’s the kind of moment you remember long after you’ve forgotten what the lobby looked like.

Travelers should reserve a hotel in Hawaii at least two months ahead of their visit to ensure availability and secure better rates, especially during the peak winter season when the islands host numerous cultural festivals and outdoor activities.

Facilities