Hotel Description
You know what caught me off guard about the Ilikai Marina? It’s not just another Waikiki hotel room – this place actually puts you right in the middle of the yacht harbor action, and I mean that in the best way possible. The marina views from unit 682 are honestly pretty spectacular, especially if you’re into watching the sunset paint all those sailboat masts gold. I spent way too many evenings just hanging out on that lanai with a beer, watching people come and go from their boats.
The building itself is classic 1960s Hawaii – that distinctive Ilikai tower you’ve probably seen in old Hawaii Five-O episodes (yeah, they actually filmed the opening credits here). The one-bedroom setup is surprisingly roomy for Waikiki standards, and the kitchen’s actually functional if you want to grab some poke from Tamura’s and eat in instead of dropping $30 on hotel food again. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays despite being so close to everything – the marina side faces away from Ala Moana Boulevard, so you’re not dealing with constant traffic noise. The building’s got this retro charm that some people love and others find a bit dated, but honestly? It feels authentically Hawaiian to me, not like those sterile resort complexes.
Location-wise, you’re in this sweet spot where you can walk to the convention center in five minutes, hit Ala Moana Beach Park for some real local vibes, or wander into Waikiki proper when you want the tourist scene. The parking situation is actually manageable here – which, if you’ve tried to park anywhere else in Waikiki, you know is basically a miracle. I’d definitely recommend this spot if you want something with character that doesn’t feel like every other vacation rental. Just don’t expect resort-level amenities; this is more about the location and that killer view than fancy touches. The building shows its age in places, but that marina vista makes up for a lot.
Rooms
- Apartment with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Reviews
John from Canada (8/10)
Very comfortable and lots of space and nicely updated.
Monya from United States (8/10)
The view was wonderful. Best place to watch fireworks!
Constantine from Australia (2/10)
The apartment was very clean.
Miyamoto from Japan (8/10)
部屋からの眺望良好。キッチン充実。清潔。
Jonathan from United States (8/10)
Lawney from United States (9/10)
Silvio from Germany (9/10)
SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Fort DeRussy: 1.1 km
- Magic Island: 1.3 km
- Iolani Palace: 3.9 km
- Kapiolani Park: 4 km
- Frank C Judd Mini Park: 1.1 km
- Honolulu Museum of Art: 3.1 km
- Foster Botanical Garden: 5 km
- US Army Museum of Hawaii: 1.2 km
- Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Beach Park: 900 m
- Honolulu Stadium / Old stadium park: 2.1 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Chart House Waikiki: 0 m
- Restaurant100 Sails Restaurant & Bar: 100 m
Top attractions:
- Shangri La: 7 km
- Bishop Museum: 7 km
- Lyon Arboretum: 8 km
- USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park: 17 km
- National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific: 5 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Rocky Hill (86m): 3.7 km
- Waterfall Manoa Falls: 3.3 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Waikiki Beach: 1.8 km
- Ala Moana Beach: 1.2 km
- Kahanamoku Beach: 550 m
- Fort DeRussy Beach: 900 m
- Magic Island Lagoon Beach: 850 m
Closest airports:
- Molokai Airport: 78 km*
- Kalaupapa Airport: 89 km*
- Honolulu International Airport: 12 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linen
Kitchen:
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Private bathroom
- Hairdryer
Miscellaneous:
- Non-smoking throughout
Room Amenities:
- Ironing facilities
- Air conditioning
Languages spoken:
- English
Cleaning services:
- Ironing service
Media & Technology:
- Telephone
- TV
Parking Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$33 per day.:
- Parking garage
Rules
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
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.
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