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Royal Hawaiian

2259 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Royal Hawaiian
Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 29 reviews from 4 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 29 reviews
from 4 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.7 out of 5

    "The senior staff was professional in handling my complaints and i would stay there again because the homey atomsphere of the original building." source Travelocity

    "I definitely recommend it and am looking forward to when I can return." source Expedia

    "We would definately stay again." source Travelocity

    "I would recommend this hotel because you would appeciate history and art." source Travelocity

    "I would NOT recommend this place to anyone." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "Also, the rooms were neat but old." source Travelocity

    "The Royal Hawaiian has it all: best location - right on the beach and in the middle of the action, most courteous and helpful staff, clean and beautiful rooms." source Expedia

  • Service: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "The room was small, but beautifully furnished and stocked, turn down service was wonderful, the garden facing windows opened all the way with no screens and it was absolutely gorgeous." source Hotels.com

    "The customer service is marginal at best and we were placed in a ""garden view"" room which was actually a view of the hotel nursery/plant storage." source Travelocity

    "Beach was prime, location was in the center of everything on Waikikii, service was excellent, food was fantastic." source Expedia

    "The staff and service is excellent." source Travelocity

    "Staff were great and service was excellent." source Expedia

  • Location: Rating of 5.0 out of 5

    "the location is superb, right on the beach, could not get any better." source Orbitz

    "The pool area was very nice and Royal Hawaiian guests have access to the pool next door also which has water slides for the kids." source Hotels.com

    "the location and grounds are FIVE STARs as is the lobby." source Travelocity

    "Walking distance to shops, restaurants and beaches." source Orbitz

  • Value: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "room was advertised as garden view, with rates for double beds or king size same price." source Travelocity

    "Very disappointing for cost." source Travelocity

  • Room: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "Past the beautiful hardcarved doors to your room you will find a nasty, dusty room with old tattered furniture, and gross bathtubs to go with it." source Travelocity

    "I would suggest a room in the Tower, as you have a wonderful view, the rooms have been recently remodeled, and you have a huge lanai." source Travelocity

    "except for the front desk letting us in to the room too early,the cleaner was still finishing the room,our stay could not have been better,the staff was beyond excellent,no matter how small the request they made you feel special,the view from the room was postcard perfect,was well worth it." source Expedia

    "It depends on your taste, this hotel is old, we have a room in the tower with ocean view which had good views but they should remodel it soon, the decors of the room in the older section was better as they were recently remodeled but they did not have any view." source Expedia

    "We complained and was moved to a better room. Don't believe this would have happened if we had reserved room direct with hotel." source Travelocity

More information on Royal Hawaiian

Travelers have long flocked to the Hawaiian Islands in search of paradise. At the center of it all, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort set on Oahu's Waik?k? Beach is the favored destination for those drawn by the sun, beaches, and the enduring spirit of Aloha. Opening her doors in 1927 and sporting magnificent Spanish-Moorish architecture with an exterior of brilliant coral pink, The Royal Hawaiian, launched a new standard of vacationing in paradise. Today, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki continues to redefine authentic Hawaiian luxury experiences and captures the imaginations of a new generation of pleasure seekers.

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1100

Year Built:

1997

Year Renovated:

1997

Total Rooms:

Garden View:Overlooking the resort's lush gardens and grand entryway, this exquisite guest room features a bold and indulgent design with plush Luxury Collection bedding as a centerpiece, a sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, an expansive work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, and luxurious full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Royal Grove:Offering a private sanctuary and quiet escape, this exquisitely appointed guest room overlooks Helumoa the former playground of Hawaiian royalty, now the resort's tranquil Coconut Grove gardens. This guest room features plush Luxury Collection bedding, sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a work desk, high-speed Internet access and full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Garden Junior Suite:Enchanting and evocative of timeless glamour, this junior suite in the resort's Historic Building offers an inviting expanse to relax. Beautiful views of the tranquil Coconut Grove and lush gardens are just outside your window. The junior suite features a bold and indulgent design with our plush Luxury Collection bedding as the centerpiece, a sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a large work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, and luxurious full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Royal Ocean Front:This alluring and palatial oceanfront room in the Historic Building offers stunning views of world-famous Waikiki Beach and the azure Pacific Ocean. Bold and indulgent design is accompanied by exquisitely appointed details - our signature Luxury Collection bedding, sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a large work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, and luxurious full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Tower Ocean Front:Timeless and dramatic views of Waikiki Beach and the azure Pacific Ocean enchant your senses from this Royal Beach Tower guest room's private balcony. This guest room features plush Luxury Collection bedding, an armchair, a work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a mini bar and luxurious full bath amenities. Access to the exclusive Tower Club Lounge is also included with this guest room. One king or two double beds.

Total Floors:

17 floors.

Rooms:

Garden View:Overlooking the resort's lush gardens and grand entryway, this exquisite guest room features a bold and indulgent design with plush Luxury Collection bedding as a centerpiece, a sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, an expansive work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, and luxurious full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Royal Grove:Offering a private sanctuary and quiet escape, this exquisitely appointed guest room overlooks Helumoa the former playground of Hawaiian royalty, now the resort's tranquil Coconut Grove gardens. This guest room features plush Luxury Collection bedding, sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a work desk, high-speed Internet access and full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Garden Junior Suite:Enchanting and evocative of timeless glamour, this junior suite in the resort's Historic Building offers an inviting expanse to relax. Beautiful views of the tranquil Coconut Grove and lush gardens are just outside your window. The junior suite features a bold and indulgent design with our plush Luxury Collection bedding as the centerpiece, a sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a large work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, and luxurious full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Royal Ocean Front:This alluring and palatial oceanfront room in the Historic Building offers stunning views of world-famous Waikiki Beach and the azure Pacific Ocean. Bold and indulgent design is accompanied by exquisitely appointed details - our signature Luxury Collection bedding, sitting area with armchairs, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a large work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, and luxurious full bath amenities. One king or two double beds.Tower Ocean Front:Timeless and dramatic views of Waikiki Beach and the azure Pacific Ocean enchant your senses from this Royal Beach Tower guest room's private balcony. This guest room features plush Luxury Collection bedding, an armchair, a work desk, high-speed Internet access, an iPod compatible alarm clock, flat screen cable television with movie channels, a mini bar and luxurious full bath amenities. Access to the exclusive Tower Club Lounge is also included with this guest room. One king or two double beds.

Price

$395-$690 double; from $875 suite. Extra person $80. Ask about package deals, with rates starting at $239, V

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, MC, V

Cancellation Policy

72-hr cancellation notice for reservations within 10 days

Directions

Waikiki Beach, International Market-225ft, Pearl Harbor-10mi, Honolulu Zoo-0.3mi, Kapiolani Park-0.4mi, Ala Moana Shopping Center-2mi,Aloha Tower-4mi, Aloha Stadium-10mi, Hanama Bay-12mi, North Shore 35mi

Area

Honolulu Oahu Hawaii. Waikiki Beach

Parking

Valet parking $15, self-parking at Sheraton Waikiki $10

Pets

False

Attractions

HnlAla Moana Shopping Center 01 MiAloha Tower Marketplace 04 MiAquarium 00 MiArizona Memorial At Pearl Har10 MiArmy Museum At Fort Derussy 00 MiBishop Museum 08 MiChinatown 05 MiCinemas 00 MiDiamond Head Crater 01 MiDole Cannery Square 06 MiHawaii Vistors Bureau 00 MiHonolulu Zoo 00 MiInternational Marketplace 00 MiLuau 00 MiTea Dance Monarch Room 00 Mi

Dining

The Royal Beach ClubThose seeking a more intimate way to enjoy the beach or the evening will be able to partake of the laidback ambiance of The Royal Beach Club. The ocean front cabanas are available for rental during the day and transform into a candlelit enclave at night. Enjoy exclusive menus day and night of cocktails, menus from Azure as well as exclusive RBC bento bites.AzureIlluminated by candlelight, mother-of-pearl mosaics, and accented by views of the pacific Azure offers island inspired and prepared seafood with the freshest vegetables in partnership with our local farmers. Indigenous fish from ahi to onaga, Azure's menus highlight locally caught fish selected each morning at the Hawai?i Fish Auction on Pier 38. Skilled wait staff and sommeliers are on hand to pair the delicate seafood flavors with the best wines from around the world.Mai Tai BarNo visit to The Royal Hawaiian would be complete without a tropical drink at the world-famous Mai Tai Bar, a sumptuous space with panoramic views of Diamond Head. This classic locale remains the renowned spot where the Shirley Temple drink was invented, and the Mai Tai was first introduced to Hawaii. Take in breathtaking sunsets enhanced by some of the islands' most talented musicians.. This timeless treasure evokes vivid memories where dozens of Hollywood stars, jetsetters, and diplomats alike have been dazzled by the ambiance.Surf LanaiGuests begin their days with breakfast or lunch in an ocean front space that provides a variety of epicurean delights al fresco. The Surf lanai extends a menu that blends local ingredients with unique offerings that highlight contemporary Hawaiian cuisine.

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