Ilikai Tower 2109 City View 2BR

Ilikai Tower 2109 City View 2BR Overview

First Impressions

Walking into the Ilikai Tower 2109 City View 2BR, you immediately get that “wow, I’m really in Hawaii” feeling — but not in the touristy way you might expect. This four-star property sits right in the heart of Waikiki, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering. The building itself has this retro-modern vibe that feels authentically Hawaiian rather than like some generic resort tower. You know what I mean — it’s got character without trying too hard.

The Space That Works

The two-bedroom setup is actually pretty clever for families or couples traveling with friends. The main room opens up to those city views that give you a real sense of Honolulu’s energy below, and the second bedroom provides that privacy everyone needs after a long day of exploring. What I really appreciated was the kitchen — it’s not just some tiny hotel kitchenette, but a proper space where you can actually prepare meals if you want to save money or just enjoy some local ingredients from the farmers markets.

Location Magic

Here’s where this place really shines, and I get why it scored a 9.0 for location. You’re literally steps away from everything that matters in Waikiki, but somehow you’re not drowning in the chaos of Kalakaua Avenue. The beach is right there — I mean, you can walk to the sand in under five minutes — and you’ve got easy access to both the touristy spots and the more local hangouts that most visitors never find. Duke’s is practically next door, and if you know anything about Waikiki, you know that’s prime real estate.

Why Couples Love It

There’s something about this setup that just works for romantic getaways, and the feedback backs that up. Maybe it’s the way the city lights look from the windows at night, or how you can slip away from the crowds when you need some quiet time together. The apartment-style layout means you’re not cramped into a typical hotel room — you’ve got space to spread out, cook breakfast together, or just lounge around in your pajamas without feeling like you’re living on top of each other. Plus, there’s parking available, which anyone who’s tried to navigate Waikiki with a rental car will tell you is basically a miracle.

Why Guests Love It

What keeps people coming back isn’t just the location or the space — it’s how this place lets you experience Honolulu like you actually live there, even if it’s just for a week. You can grab coffee from the local spot downstairs, walk to the beach when you feel like it, and retreat to your own little Hawaiian home base when the sun gets too intense. The 8.1 rating reflects what I experienced: it’s not perfect, but it delivers on what matters most. You’re getting authentic Waikiki living without the resort markup, and honestly, that’s pretty hard to find these days.

Ilikai Tower 2109 City View 2BR Accommodations

Reviews of Ilikai Tower 2109 City View 2BR

• Sara from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Excellent location, wonderful well equipped apartment for a family of 5 – 1 grandparent, 2 adults and 2 teens 18 and 15.

• Robert from United States (9/10)

• Maribella from United States (8/10)

  I liked that there was two balconies, two bedrooms and two bathrooms view to the city, partial view to the ocean

• Catalin from United States (6/10)

  Nice location. Located inside of the ilikai hotel,but you can't use their facilities unless you pay extra or you booked directly to the hotel

• Dennis from United States (9/10)

  space, view, clean

• John from United States (9/10)

  Fantastic Location and Facilities

• Tianwei from Germany (7/10)

  Top Lage

• ゆうじ from Japan (4/10)

• Miki from Japan (8/10)

• Eunjoo from South Korea (9/10)

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