Sheraton Moana Surfrider

Step back in time at Waikiki's first hotel, which dates from 1901 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Considered an innovation in the travel industry, the Moana featured a private bathroom and a telephone in each guest room -- an unheard-of luxury at the turn of the 20th century. Yesteryear lives on at this grand hotel: Entry is through the original colonial porte-cochere, past the highly polished front porch dotted with rocking chairs, and into the perfectly restored lobby with detailed millwork and intricate plasterwork. The female employees even wear traditional Victorian-era muumuus. The aloha spirit that pervades this classy and charming place is infectious.The hotel consists of three wings: the original (and totally restored) Banyan Wing, the Diamond Wing, and the Tower Wing. It's hard to get a bad room here; most have ocean views, and all come with pampering amenities like bedside controls and plush robes. But we're especially taken with the Banyan Wing rooms: What they lack in size (they're on the smallish side and don't have lanais), they make up for in style; even the fixtures in the smallish bathrooms are modern-day replicas of 19th-century hardware. You get the feel for Old Hawaii here, with daily Hawaiian arts and crafts activities such as coconut-palm weaving and Hawaiian quilting; be sure to visit the Historical Room, where a variety of memorabilia is on display.One of the best reasons to stay here is the hotel's prime stretch of beach, with lifeguard, beach chairs, towels, and any other service you desire. The Beach Bar and a poolside snack bar are in the oceanfront courtyard that's centered around a 100-year-old banyan tree, where there's live music in the evenings. Facilities: 3 restaurants; bar; outdoor pool; nearby fitness room (about a 2-min. walk down the beach at the Sheraton Waikiki); watersports equipment rentals; children's program (featuring both onsite activities and excursions to the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium); nearby game room (a stroll down the beach at the Sheraton Waikiki); concierge; activities desk; car-rental desk; nearby business center (a few min. away at the Royal Hawaiian); very upscale shopping arcade; salon; room service; massage; babysitting; coin-op washer/dryers; same-day laundry service and dry cleaning. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Check-in Time:

3 p.m.

Check-out Time:

12 p.m.

Year Built:

1998

Year Renovated:

1998

Total Rooms:

792 rooms.792

Total Floors:

6 floors.

Rooms:

793 units

Price

$310-$650 double; from $1,075 suite. Extra person and roll-away bed $65. Children under 18 stay free in parent's room using existing bedding. Ask about special package rates, which could save you as much as 32%, V

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, MC, V

Cancellation Policy

72-hr cancellation

Directions

TheBus: 19 or 20

Area

Ocean side of the street, across from Kaiulani St

Parking

Valet parking $15, self-parking at sister property $10

Pets

False

Attractions

Hnl 3 MiAloha Flea Market 10 MiAloha Tower 04 MiArizona Memorial 12 MiChinatown 05 MiDiamond Head And Crater 01 MiDole Cannery Square 06 MiFort Derussy Army Museum 01 MiFoster Botanical Gardens 04 MiGlass Bottom Boat Kewalo Bas03 MiHanauma Bay Marinelife Prese10 MiHawaii Visitors Bureau 01 MiHonolulu Zoo 00 MiParadise Park 05 MiQueen Emma Summer Palace 06 MiWaikiki Beach 00 Mi Pearl Harbor Naval Base 12 MiState Capitol Building 05 MiUniversity Of Hawaii 02 Mi

Dining

The Banyan CourtLet the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort, entertain you at The Banyan Court with the enchanting musical traditions of Hawaii. As the sun sets into the sea, enjoy the soothing sounds of a steel guitar trio accompanied by the exotic Hawaiian hula dancers who complement the sounds of the gentle surf.Entertainment performed from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. nightly.Banyan VerandaOffering an oceanfront and guest-centric breakfast, Banyan Veranda also offers a traditional yet savvy during our Afternoon Tea in homage to a long established tradition here at the Moana. Breakfast will be available Monday-Friday from 6 - 11 am Afternoon Tea will be available Monday - Friday 1:00 - 4:00 pmThe Beach BarLocated just steps away from the beautiful sands of Waikiki Beach, the oceanfront Beach Bar is an ideal setting for enjoying the Waikiki scenery while sipping on your favorite tropical beverage, or nibbling on delicious grilled pupus (appetizers).Open from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.; hot grilled appetizers and other selections available from 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.beachhousebeachhouse is Moana's premier dinner concept a contemporary Island-style steakhouse. Guests will be treated to exceptional cuisine in an oceanfront surrounding that replenishes the spirit. Life, like food, usually needs a little spice. The menu at beachhouse delivers culinary delights for every palette. The top of the food chain starts here! Dinner service 5:30-10pm

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