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The only oceanfront condo complex in Waikīkī, most of the one- and two-bed suites and studios feature breathtaking views, especially on the upper floors. All units have a kitchen and laundry facilities.

Located across from Kapi’olani Park at the Diamond Head end of Waikīkī, just steps from the beach, the Park Shore offers a premium location without premium prices. The rooms are comfortable; there’s a 24-hour family restaurant on site as well as a Japanese restaurant and a Starbucks.

’Ohana means family in Hawaiian and this is a good choice for family vacations. Standard hotel rooms and studios with kitchenettes are available here. The Nintendo games in each room will keep the kids busy when you’re not off sightseeing. It’s a short walk to the beach.

A favorite of inter-island business travelers; most of the rooms here have kitchenettes. Complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning. And the location across from the Ala Wai Canal makes this convenient for a scenic early morning walk or jog.

No frills here but many feel the serene oceanfront setting away from the crowds of Waikīkī makes up for the simplicity. At the base of Diamond Head, it’s just a short walk to the dining and shopping scenes of Kalākaua Avenue and across the street from Kapi’olani Park.

A smallish hotel offering studios and suites with standard, contemporary island decor; the upper floors of this high-rise have great views. There’s a swimming pool, sun deck, and whirlpool, and access to the nearby spa at the Hyatt Regency (see Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Resort & Spa). The beach is a short walk.

Located on the Ala Wai Canal, this moderate hotel is a short walk from the Hawai’i Convention Center and Ala Moana Shopping Center, and in close proximity to all of Waikīkī.

Tucked between Kalākaua and Kūhiō avenues, the attractions here are an earlier check-in time than most – 2pm (it’s 3pm elsewhere) – the kitchen facilities, which in many of the rooms are particularly good, and the low rates. It’s as close to Kapi’olani Park as you can get.

Many consider this condominium hotel the best value in Waikīkī. All the studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites are spacious, with kitchens. HBO, the Disney Channel, even local calls are all included in the low prices – unheard of at the big resorts. There’s even a pool, exercise room, and sauna.

Overlooking Kapi’olani Park and Diamond Head, this high rise provides basic, clean accommodations. With a pool and sun deck, the hotel is a short walk to Waikīkī.