QUEEN KAPIOLANI HOTEL, Honolulu
Hotel Details
Queen Kapiolani Hotel - A retro-chic Honolulu hotel with Diamond Head views, surf culture, and beachside dining
Located across from Kapiolani Park in Waikiki, Queen Kapiolani Hotel overlooks 300 acres of recreational space with unobstructed views of Diamond Head. This surf-inspired Honolulu hotel features a third-floor outdoor pool deck and restaurant with panoramic vistas. The property houses Hans Hedemann Surf Shop in the lobby, offering surfing and SUP lessons in Waikiki's warm waters. Guest rooms provide views of either Diamond Head or Waikiki Beach, with private balconies and options for kitchenettes in suites. The 24-hour fitness center spans 2100 square feet, while the Royal Club Lounge offers business services and communal workspaces. Dining options include DECK Restaurant serving American Pacific cuisine and Knots Coffee Roasters café in the lobby. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from Kapiolani Regional Park and Father Damien Museum, with Waikiki Beach a five-minute walk away.
Pros
Direct access to 300-acre Kapiolani Park for outdoor activities
On-site surf shop with professional instructors for water sports
Contemporary art gallery featuring local Hawaiian and international artists
Spacious 2100-square-foot fitness facility open 24/7
Cons
2 miles from Diamond Head State Monument hiking trails
Located at the quieter end of Waikiki, 1 mile from Waikiki Beach Walk shopping
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What our guests says about facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Yoga class
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Trouser press
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The Queen Kapiolani Hotel offers a wonderful experience with its fabulous proximity to the beach and a quieter atmosphere compared to central Waikiki. The rooms are modern and provide a lovely view of Diamond Head, which I thoroughly enjoyed. However, the parking situation could have been better, as it was quite limited during my stay, and it would be great to have more chairs and umbrellas by the pool. The value for money is decent, but the dining could use improvement.