Queen Kapiolani Hotel

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect from the Queen Kapiolani Hotel when I first walked into the lobby, but it immediately felt different from those cookie-cutter Waikiki towers. There’s something refreshingly unpretentious about this place – it’s got that comfortable, lived-in vibe that makes you feel like you’re staying somewhere locals might actually recommend to their visiting relatives.

The location is what really won me over, though. You’re right there in the heart of Waikiki, but somehow it doesn’t feel like you’re trapped in tourist central. I mean, you can walk to the beach in about three minutes (I timed it), and you’re close enough to all the action without dealing with the chaos that comes with some of the beachfront properties. The rooms themselves are solid – nothing that’ll blow your mind, but they’re clean, comfortable, and actually have enough space to spread out your stuff without living out of a suitcase. The air conditioning works well, which honestly matters more than people think when you’re dealing with that humid Hawaiian heat. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stayed at night; you know how some hotels in busy areas can feel like you’re sleeping next to a construction site? Not an issue here.

You know what surprised me most? The staff actually seemed to care about what they were doing. Check-in was smooth, the front desk folks knew the area well enough to give real recommendations (not just the usual tourist trap suggestions), and housekeeping was consistent throughout my stay. The pool area is nice enough for a morning swim or afternoon lounging – nothing fancy, but it gets the job done and doesn’t feel overcrowded like some places. I’d say this is perfect for travelers who want to be in the thick of things without paying premium prices for oceanfront views they’ll barely use anyway. The 8.4 rating makes sense to me – it’s not trying to be the most luxurious spot on the island, but it delivers on what it promises and does it well. If you’re the type who spends most of your time exploring rather than hanging around the hotel, this place will serve you perfectly.

Rooms

• City View Balcony, King with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• City View Balcony, Queen Queen with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
• Diamond Head View Balcony, King with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Diamond Head View Balcony, Queen Queen with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
• Ocean View Balcony, King with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 2 children
• Premier Ocean View Balcony, King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Jr. Suite Diamond Head View Balcony, King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Jr. Suite Ocean View Balcony, King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
• Studio Ocean View with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Penthouse City View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Penthouse Ocean View, Balcony with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
• Studio with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Ocean View Balcony, Queen Queen with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children

Reviews

• Carolyn from Canada (9/10)

  Heritage site with great history and art. Close to park and beaches.

• Jennifer from United States (8/10)

  Great location. Beach chairs, towels, pool. Good coffee bar, good restaurant with a terrific view of diamond head.

• Christine from United States (8/10)

  Location is perfect for the beach, Diamond Head,, the Zoo, Honolulu finish and Getting in and out of Honolulu with our rental car without needing to drive downtown. The Deck restaurant is a great place to eat, meet with friends.
  I really enjoyed the open air lobby, it was very comfortable and I spent time there with friends having coffee or just enjoying the evening breeze. The staff in this hotel from the front desk, concierge, garage and hotel housekeeping are most professional and helpful staff. I have worked with during any stay in Hawaii.
  The hotel offers free beach chairs, and the towels are in the downstairs where you can pick them up without having to ask. I use valet service for my vehicle. The guys were very fast and helpful. Unlike some of the hotels in Honolulu they have bell service, which was great

• Debbi from Australia (8/10)

  Neat and tidy, good value

• Andras from Canada (7/10)

  Amazing location, very clean, friendly staff

• Qian from United States (9/10)

  clean hotel, quick check in/out, nice location, welcome staff.

• Elgin from Switzerland (8/10)

  Location. Food. Cleanliness. View of the mountain and ocean, walking distance to the Queen Kapiolani park and the beach.

• Stephen from Australia (8/10)

  Location was great

• Areeba from Australia (8/10)

  Location is perfect!

• Grigorii from United States (9/10)

  Pretty good view. Everything was just good, nothing special to mention.

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