ESPACIO the Jewel of Waikiki" is located at the epicenter of Waikiki Beach. A singular memorable event as you survey your Hawaiian surf kingdom with a bird’s eye view from the gorgeous rooftop infinity pool. The ESPACIO has only nine super suites each named after a jewel, with no other hotel rooms. This exclusivity makes you feel like you are living in your own residence overlooking the beach of Waikiki. What really elevates the experience to 5 stars is the wonderfully engaged staff. Without the hustle and bustle of a big hotel, each one takes the time to find out what will make your stay unique. My wife is a macadamia nut fan and the second morning Dave the breakfast Chef surprised my wife with super yummy mac nut pancakes topped with an island flower lilikoi butter. Happy wife made an even happier husband!
We stayed in a 3 bedroom 8th floor suite that was designed with tasteful residential elegance. Our first evening we sipped champagne while watching a spectacular evening sunset from our own lanai balcony jacuzzi. All the beds are a gazillion thread count fluffy but with a firm mattress which we like. There is even a full length Tempur-Pedic body pillow which was cool to snuggle with. The in-suite dry sauna was a much-appreciated amenity after a night of overindulgence. As we had three couples, the full kitchen and dining area were the center of entertaining. At the end of the evening everyone went to their own bedrooms, each with its own luxury bathroom with a fancy Japanese Toto toilet. The next morning, we enjoyed the included continental breakfast and headed back to the roof top infinity pool for an afternoon BBQ. We never left the property!
Our second evening we dined at Mugen and experienced Chef Jason’s 8 course tasting menu. Chef’s French Japanese technique combining local sourced produce with the best proteins from around the world resulted in a world class dining experience. Each culinary sequence was flavorful on the palate and pleasing to the eye. He explained how even the various plates and vessels were specifically selected and imported from Japan to provide a canvas to present each course. Wine pairings from Lee the sommelier where all on point and as much educational as it was complimenting to the cuisine. Chef says the menu constantly changes as ingredients becomes seasonally available. We plan to come back next month for our anniversary.
Overall, we had an outstanding couple’s weekend at Espacio and Mugen. Sure, it cost a small pile of gold but we all enjoyed the luxury experience while connecting after so many months. Bravo Espacio and Mugen!
New favorite hotel in Honolulu!
megandG2842GF
Having stayed in a Four Seasons property the night before I checked in to ESPACIO, my standards were high – and ESPACIO far surpassed them. From the moment I arrived to the time I departed, the entire staff provided a seamless experience that left me impressed over and over again. The hotel’s butler, Wesley, was more thoughtful than I could have imagined, arranging an incredible in-room breakfast that delivered on even the smallest of my preferences. Then there are the rooms – expansive suites that cover an entire floor complete with a roomy private balcony and outdoor Jacuzzi. I woke up to the most incredible view of Waikiki Beach. It’s amazing how you can feel so relaxed and at peace while situated in the middle an incredible, cosmopolitan city. Don’t miss the rooftop infinity pool (there is a spa on the same level) and onsite dining at Mugen – all very worthy of a visit. , I’ve never been to a hotel with more thoughtful, personalized service and amenities. Considering there are only 9 rooms, I feel very lucky to have secured a reservation and can’t wait to come back.
5 Diamond......
brent434
Service above and beyond for every guest. They really do care about every person, and their experience to be special and every detail cared for. We were able to enjoy the private luxury that every discerning traveler deserves.
Amazing location, Amazing property, Amazing service
Y1001OUgregc
Outstanding service - personalised and attentive without being intrusive.
Hugely spacious accommodation - complete relaxation in the heart of the buzz of Waikiki. Complete win, as I get to chill while my wife and kids get the action they're seeking.
Love this place - will absolutely be back!!
The best place to stay on oahu.
Derek D
(Lihue, Hawaii)
There is no place like the espacio. The rooms are amazing...from the ocean view to the detail of the pillows, everything is exquisite. The ohana at the espacio is above and beyond. We celebrated our birthday, and the staff took care of everything. We made a special request for afternoon tea and it was delightful. We are looking forward to our next stay!
Trip began with an upgrade to an oceanview suite and a complimentary bottle of champagne/box of chocolates. Stunning views and plenty of room for a family of five. Service was absolutely impeccable—best I’ve ever received!! Accommodated us in every way possible (including a late checkout and access to a lounge with AC while we waited for our mid-afternoon taxi to the airport, which, by the way, Aston arranged for and was there 10-15 minutes early and waiting on us when we came down 5 minutes early from the lounge). Location was right in the middle of everything—everything from corner convenience stores that carry grocery basics to Hawaii-specific restaurants to McDonald’s to an international market within 10 minutes walking distance for high end shopping (Jimmy Choo, Balenciaga, Valentino et al.) and solid restaurants. Nearby supermarket (Safeway) will even shop for you/deliver your groceries. Extremely professional staff, prime location in the middle of everything. Who could ask for more?!?
WILL VISIT AGAIN!!!!
Fabulous Location
JenniferG3131
I can't say enough good things about the Aston Waikiki Beach Tower. It is in a prime location, right across from Waikiki Beach. The staff is top rate and the views from the room are stunning. Would definitely stay here again.
Spacious with magnificent view
E4457AHandy
(Austin, Texas)
If you’re looking for a great location with magnificent views & the space of an apartment, this is your place.
This is not a high-end five-star resort but it’s very adequate, very spacious and honestly the view was about as good as we had experienced while in Hawaii.
Anniversary Holiday
daphne7447
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
I can't say enough about this fantastic hotel and staff. We had a beautiful condo with a million dollar view. The room was spotless and ALL THE STAFF were so warm and welcoming. We were greeted with flowers and leighs. Even the grandkids! We would go back tomorrow!
The best hotel
demesa7712
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
Great service, great location, great workers, very clean. This is a great place for couples and family. Free parking too. I will definitely recommend this Hotel. You will not get dissapointed. The oceanfront room on the 20th floor was awesome.
Just the fact that there was still hair on our shower walls, it didn’t seem too secure being that anyone and everyone could come in and out of the elevators/hotel pools, cinnamons was closed on the 2 days we were there. We weren’t able to do late check out, and we had a loud wake up knock by security at 7am because they had pest control that day we were checking out
Saved our vacation
S_Dakota_Family
(Rapid City, South Dakota)
We had reservations at another property. Upon check in it was a complete disappointment. TV and WiFi didn’t work. Room was dirty and outdated. Checked out next day and got room for 13 nights at the Ilikai. It exceeded expectations. Great room, view, location. Staff was great. We are planning to go back. Thank you!!!
Wonderful Place to stay
LightPacker239895
We stayed for a week, and had the best time. I would have love to have daily housekeeping, however due to COVID that was not an option. However, they hotel does provide everything you need upon request.
Great location!
Ruth B
(Seattle, Washington)
My friend and I stayed in suite # 2118 for a week. The room had two double beds, living room with couch and TV, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious bathroom, and free wifi.
We also enjoyed the huge balcony with an amazing view of the ocean and Duke Kahanamoku lagoon (in front of the Hilton). Just off the main Waikiki strip (walking distance), it was a great location, minutes to the beach and minutes to Kalakaua Ave.
This facility also has two pools, one on the ground/lobby level, and one on the second floor that's great for sunbathing. There's a coffee shop, restaurant and delicious ice cream from Dave's Ice Cream... which we patronized EVERY DAY :)
Highly recommend this location for its value.
100% Non-Smoking Property
2017JB
(San Diego, California)
We stayed in private condo in Ilikai. Happy to report a new non-smoking policy was enacted for anywhere on the grounds or in the rooms. All the rooms have kitchens which makes this resort more desirable for families. I wish the 2nd floor pool and patio area was designated as for “Adults Only” but it’s not (yet). Great location next to Hilton beach and lagoon with yacht harbor adjacent. Fantastic lobby level patio outside area with trees and plants. Good restaurant on site, and handy convenience store that sells just about everything you would need including alcohol. Only valet parking but that’s to be expected in any city setting. Choose your view when booking room and I suggest sunset ocean view and it’s best on high floor. While not a 5-star Resort like Ritz Carlton, I’m giving Ilikai score of 5 because of large rooms with kitchens and balconies as well as for location on the less hectic end of Waikiki.
The Aqua Oasis is a clean, well positioned hotel which allows a visitor to easily enjoy the Waikiki scene at more affordable prices. We found the staff to be uniformly friendly and helpful. Rooms were reasonably sized and the beds were comfortable. All in all, great value for the money!. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly!
Convenient place to stay
Btex127
(Austin, Texas)
Lets get the negative out of the way. The hotel is a bit dated and could use a refreshing. Now for the positives. The staff is amazing. Each and every person we encountered did a great job. The hotel is very clean and while dated the rooms are comfortable. Do use their chairs and towels for the beach. The breakfast is simple but well worth it. They have a washer and dryer and will store your luggage for a later flight. They will arrange for a taxi to airport for $35, and yes it is worth it. The location is great. It is about 1/2 mile to beach but right on major shopping and in very easy access to public transportation.
The mattresses were the worst
874dass
I been to 8 hotels in the last 3 years, and this one had the worst mattresses. I stayed there for 5 days and back pain became a thing. I'm in my 30s. Location is great, best location in the City. Everything else was acceptable besides the mattresses. If I charged 2000 per week , I would make sure I had the most expensive mattresses in the room; they went cheap on the mattresses.
Phenomenal Front Desk Staff
robfJ1005RB
I’ve been staying in different hotels around Waikiki for the past month and the Aqua Oasis has by far the most friendly, professional, and efficient desk workers I’ve ever encountered. Rachel and Renee are stand outs who helped my check ins feel less like a task and more like a pleasant experience! They’re absolutely phenomenal at what they do, and their helpfulness and general positive attitudes are definitely the main reason I decided to book more nights here at the Aqua Oasis!
I would recommend the oasis to everyone who is looking for a relaxing hassle free stay in Waikiki.
cherylbanks2021
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
What an aewsome place to get away from the daily grind and do something that felt normal again. Staff was awesome stayed it a sweet with kitchen. Room was beautiful and very clean . And the complimentary breakfast was perfect. I definitely recommend this little gem .
Thank you to Penny and the rest of the staff! One can’t fake genuine the friendliness of people as opposed to the curt politeness of someone just doing their job. Thats what will keep us coming back and it puts aston waikiki sunset above other places. The beach and everything else u might want from Waikiki is super accessible. Everything was clean and just as it is supposed to be in other words perfect. We had the most beautiful view. All of diamond head right outside our balcony and the ocean from the bedrooms. Thank you to Penny and the whole staff for making everything perfect. Thank u for all the aloha!
Excellent experience, home away from home
TexanBoy2
(Dallas, Texas)
We stayed at Aston Waikiki Sunset for 2 weeks with family of 4 including a teen. Deluxe one bedroom with the view of ocean and diamond head was wonderful. Full kitchen with pots, pans and utensils were super plus. View of ocean while cooking and eating is like having BBQ at the beach everyday! Morning tea and evening drink at the lanai was pleasant. Deluxe room is big enough for 6 people (including 2 people can sleep on sofa-bed).
Walking to beach is only 5 to 7 minutes. We frequented to the beaches. Hotel provides enough towels and you need not to worry.
Yes, there are some occasional noises from plumbing work in the building but it didn't bother us. After all, we are not in the room all the time!
We had our rental car since we traveled solo by ourselves and we didn't use any tour service. There is $25 per day parking fee in attached garage with multiple ins and outs. It's managed by an independent company but guarantees parking for the hotel guests.
Room services are curtailed due to COVID-19 but we always got the supplies when we needed them. Laundry is at every floor and we used it with Clean Mobile app. I had to put dispose trash everyday. It's on the same floor and I didn't mind due to pandemic as I do same at my own home.
Overall, I would give Aston Waikiki Sunset 5 out of 5.
You can find better!
gree12345
(Bemidji, Minnesota)
Pros: Great security. Close walk to the beach, zoo and restraunts. Great view. Room was sufficient but rather dated.
Cons: Pool is not available for guests unless you sign up and make an appointment through an outside agency and limited to a group of 5 so our family could not go to the pool together. No house keeping. Parking for an oversized vehicle(pickup) is almost impossible but the p.m. parking attendant was very helpful, not the day person. Getting clean towels or a coffee packet from the front desk should be a stress free thing. It's not. You're attempt is met with grumpiness. My family spent a lot of time in Hawaii and we know this state takes covid 19 very serious, but this place went out of it's way to make you feel paranoid and unwelcome compared to the other hotels we were at.
Hotel was dirty and breaking down
JWils947
One elevator locks guests in, I’ve had it happen to me and witnessed others. Rooms were dirty, and when needing something such as new sheets we were met with interrogation and attitude. But, views are nice. Not worth the cost.
Worst accommodations ever
alyssat36
I wish I could give this place 0 stars. The place was dirty, there was no housekeeping, the staff was unhelpful, and requests like a crib weren’t fulfilled when agreed. The only thing it has going is a decent location
Of all the places in Waikiki I could have picked to stay at, I made the mistake of choosing this hotel. The rooms were gross, the furniture was stained beyond belief, I had to put a towel down on the couch before I sat on the crusty cushions. Security is a joke, my car and another were broken into in the hotel parking garage and the "guard" had no clue it happened and provided barely any help. The rooms were not cleaned during our stay because of covid, even though every other hotel was still providing maid service although they did take out the trash if you left it outside of your room. I will never recommend this hotel to anyone and I will never stay anywhere near this place if I ever return to Waikiki.
Nice place to stay to enjoy the island!
tka002
This hotel is affordable and clean and staff are helpful! It’s small and doesn’t have many amenities, but we were just looking for a place to sleep and rest as we spent the days out exploring the island. If you’re looking for amenities or a fancy place to stay this is not for you, but if you need a good and affordable place to stay this is a great choice!
Wonderful Home Feeling
939jonz
Amazing experience. Nicole at the front and the house keeping staff were wonderful. The bed, linens, towels, and pillows were so relaxing. The AC was a welcome relief with an economical feature. No issues with WiFi or cable. Also the pool and lounge area is great. Close to a lot of things in Waikiki and walking distance. Service was good.
great location, amazing staff.
Hermes1927
(West Hollywood, California)
Maria and her team where so great, people don't realize this is a condo hotel, and most of the properties have different owners, my first week i book tru expedia a studio, and i pay more fees, the place was good, but the second week i did the reservation tru the front desk and i got a better room and great view..
location is great, i love this area of Waikiki easy to walk everywhere.
Hermes.
Not a budget hotel. Great hotel if you're never in the room.
bygromis
This is a so called "budget" hotel, but dont be fooled. They will tack on hidden cleaning charges and damage waiver fees is no longer is a budget hotel. You're better off staying at one of the Marriott resorts, they were cheaper and better rooms.
Not to mention the rooms were old and falling apart and the couches all had nasty stains.
Nice staff though.
Good budget hotel with great staff but some structural issues
momonthemove16
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
The staff is wonderful and we loved our room. Pool, though small, is nicely warm. It is a good deal for Waikiki. However, be aware that the elevators are very slow, the parking structure is hard to use (very steep ramps and tight turns), and they are being stricter about limiting pool time and housekeeping services than some other Waikiki properties. If you want a good room with friendly staff for a decent price and can deal with the challenges, this may be a good choice for you.
So much ALOHA!
tkalima808
(Pearl City, Hawaii)
Me & my Ohana stayed for the the 4th of July weekend! Upon arriving, check in was so fast & efficient. They accommodated us with rooms right across of each other. From the maintenance workers to front desk staff they all showed ALOHA! Super polite & professional! Mahalo for an awesome experience!
Very dark hotel
kaylitrujillo
(Livermore, California)
I must preface this review by saying I was at a separate hotel prior and wanted to stay somewhere less expensive the last night since the previous was paid for my business and this one was on me.
I did a lot of googling and looked at a lot of reviews before I made my decision to book with aqua palms. Seems like a pretty standard hotel.
to just stay there but the cancellation policy at aqua palms was 72 hours and I had only made the reservation less than 72 hours prior because this was a last minute trip. I understand cancellation policies and so I tried to work with them on it but ultimately decided to extend my stay one more night so that I could get use from the hotel since they were going to charge me $170 for canceling. Again, this is standard and this was my bad , as a hairdresser I know about last minute cancellations because you can’t get other people in last minute. My flight was free to change so it was really no problem. When I arrived it seemed that this hotel was more of in a semi industrial area or just surrounded by lots of other hotels and buildings. That’s no problem I can walk to where I need to get.
Upon entering, the place was so much darker than in the picture and I just thought OK maybe their lights are going out or something. Once I got to the elevator it didn’t have any buttons, OK not that big of a deal but kind of weird. I waited and made it up to my floor which was even darker than the lobby. I was traveling alone and so after being outdoors where it is so bright and cheery in Hawaii This just felt so out of place. And honestly creeped me out. I didn’t really want to be in there so I dropped off my things and left immediately to go explore, I asked some gentleman who worked there if they knew where the pool was and they said that they thought there was a pool but they weren’t sure where it was. I checked several floors and couldn’t find it but ultimately stopped caring and left to the beach.
It was probably about a 15 minute walk to get to any water which was fine. I went back to the hotel as late as possible so that I only had to sleep there.
I took a shower and realized soon after I got in that there was no liner in the shower so it flooded the bathroom. They also gave me a DVD card to rent from the box downstairs but there was no DVD player.
Overall, I wouldn’t stay here alone again or possibly at all. They charged me an amenity fee the next day but for what? And the cancellation fee seemed too strict after all.
loaction
donmatsumoto58
great loacation ,,quiet atmosphere..centralized in the Ala Moana area where it suits my needs in regards to each visit to Honolulu.. The staff is very accomadating, have great communication skills .The rooms are clean and very relaxing through out my stay.
Satisfying
koadread67
Looking forward staying at Aqua Palms in the near future if there’s a room available for me! I will be traveling a lot and I am happy there is a place like Aqua Palms please keep up the great Work hotel employees thank you very much!!!
Friendly convenient good value
Needs attention to small details to vastly improve: mold off shower head, better beds, cloth shower curtains.
Could easily modernize facility
Cant beat aloha and service.
OutDated Hotel
Alma4021
(Kauai, Hawaii)
Room 361 are Outdated. Like the Carpet is clean I’m sure it just you can tell it’s Time to change coz when you step on it stick on your sole the very old carpet and smell too. The faucet, sink, toilet bowl, tables/chairs, refrigerator uneven. Location wise I like it you can walk 5 minutes away to Ala Moana Mall, Walmart and Waikiki like Red Lobster about 10 minutes. I like it. Overall Cleanliness are Great!
opinion
orig7457
gave comments in previous question. please refer to them. overall we will recommend this hotel stay to our family and friends. highly recommend that the restuarant open again for future stay. And, your shuttle to the airport would be highly used too.
Great Atmosphere
sundog882021
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
Love and respect is shown by all staff and close to other businesses. They provide options for dining or Cary out. There is a nice pool on site and you are able to rent some of new trending movies that came out this year. You also have a beautiful view over looking down town with a peak of the ocean!
Convenient, Clean, and Comfortable
AngelComments
Pagoda Hotel is a good quality, comfortable, clean, and convenient Kamaaina hotel. It may not be a beachfront resort, but it does't have to be: It is a nice place to serve as a base for visiting family, for touring the island, and for going back and forth to the beach.
Just the fact that there was still hair on our shower walls, it didn’t seem too secure being that anyone and everyone could come in and out of the elevators/hotel pools, cinnamons was closed on the 2 days we were there. We weren’t able to do late check out, and we had a loud wake up knock by security at 7am because they had pest control that day we were checking out
Saved our vacation
S_Dakota_Family
(Rapid City, South Dakota)
We had reservations at another property. Upon check in it was a complete disappointment. TV and WiFi didn’t work. Room was dirty and outdated. Checked out next day and got room for 13 nights at the Ilikai. It exceeded expectations. Great room, view, location. Staff was great. We are planning to go back. Thank you!!!
Wonderful Place to stay
LightPacker239895
We stayed for a week, and had the best time. I would have love to have daily housekeeping, however due to COVID that was not an option. However, they hotel does provide everything you need upon request.
Great location!
Ruth B
(Seattle, Washington)
My friend and I stayed in suite # 2118 for a week. The room had two double beds, living room with couch and TV, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious bathroom, and free wifi.
We also enjoyed the huge balcony with an amazing view of the ocean and Duke Kahanamoku lagoon (in front of the Hilton). Just off the main Waikiki strip (walking distance), it was a great location, minutes to the beach and minutes to Kalakaua Ave.
This facility also has two pools, one on the ground/lobby level, and one on the second floor that's great for sunbathing. There's a coffee shop, restaurant and delicious ice cream from Dave's Ice Cream... which we patronized EVERY DAY :)
Highly recommend this location for its value.
100% Non-Smoking Property
2017JB
(San Diego, California)
We stayed in private condo in Ilikai. Happy to report a new non-smoking policy was enacted for anywhere on the grounds or in the rooms. All the rooms have kitchens which makes this resort more desirable for families. I wish the 2nd floor pool and patio area was designated as for “Adults Only” but it’s not (yet). Great location next to Hilton beach and lagoon with yacht harbor adjacent. Fantastic lobby level patio outside area with trees and plants. Good restaurant on site, and handy convenience store that sells just about everything you would need including alcohol. Only valet parking but that’s to be expected in any city setting. Choose your view when booking room and I suggest sunset ocean view and it’s best on high floor. While not a 5-star Resort like Ritz Carlton, I’m giving Ilikai score of 5 because of large rooms with kitchens and balconies as well as for location on the less hectic end of Waikiki.
Everyone was nice and accommodating. We love that it was just a few steps from the beach. ABC stores next to the hotel, restaurant right by the lobby. I also like that they have free dvd rentals,it really helps when you have kids.
Woo-la-la ,, the view!
509debr
The room is small... very much reminds me of a cabin in a cruise ship. There is no lobby, just someone making a desk at the entrance of the street. The main hallways need to be repainted and cleaned. But the view!!! Wow.
Old hotel with zero luxuries but prime beach front locale
bosoxpride101
(Fremont, California)
This was the 2nd of our two hotels in Waikiki during our 1 week stay. Hotel #1 (outrigger beachcomber) for its convenience to food & shopping; hotel #2 (Waikiki Circle) strictly for its beach front location. Its an older hotel that offers little in luxuries & comforts but more than made up for it by its prime locale.
We pre-booked the most expensive ocean front room 2 months in advance, but at the check in the gentleman wanted to put us on 4th floor which will only have a tree top view of Waikiki. He offered to put us on upper floor if we pony up extra $25 per night. Why am I always the victim of unscrupulous practices? sigh.... Anyways we decided to pay and was upgrade to 12th floor. There was also a resort fee ($25 + 1.18 + 2.56, daily). For a small hotel without any gym, pool or other facilities I don't think that was justified.
The moment we entered the room we knew it was prob worth the $25/night ransom. From the entrance alone we already had an unobstructed view of the blue Pacific. Perched from the balcony the view was even more stunning: to the south stood the imposing Diamond Head, to the north the iconic Moana Surfrider hotel, Kalakaua ave (Waikiki main strip) was right beneath us. Right in-front of our hotel is the Waikiki beach & Duke's statue, literally a Brady to Gronk TD throw away. Everyday we sat on the balcony and listened to the sounds of the sea, watching surfers riding the waves Sunset was magnificent as we faced almost directly toward the West, even in the morning and during the day the sight and sounds were fabulous. Even if they charged us $50 extra per day we would have gladly oblige, will even throw in our dwarf hamster Sophia on top.
The room was dated and had that 1970's vibe: old decor, small bathroom, tiny shower with lukewarm water & anemic pressure. On the positive side it has a Keurig maker and most importantly a safety box. The queen beds were comfy, pillow were not overly fluffy but adequate . They were low profiles so more ideal for my bad back. Daily newspaper was delivered to the door, beach towels are avail upon request, ice machine down stairs but no water station. There is no lobby, 1 gentleman in the booth next to the elevators handles all transactions & interactions. They are probably the descendants of Mrs Kwok the original founder.
Next door there is McDonald , egg & things is affiliated with hotel but guests enjoy 10% discount by showing hotel card. If you venture 1 block to the east you will find a hidden gem called "Mac", it has no line & far superior food. We ate most of the time in places further up North near our hotel #1, around Inter Market & Royal Hawaiian Center.
Overall we had a pleasant stay & would def consider returning for its prime beach front location.
Love this hotel
kubes11
(Mankato, Minnesota)
Small but nice, clean hotel. Staff very friendly. Right across from the beach. In the process of putting in new glass balconies, which look great. They replaced the blackout drapes with a shuttered slider, which looks nice but doesn't keep out much light. You might want to bring a sleep mask if you don't want to wake up early.
Love the Waikiki Circle!
slj
(Baltimore, Maryland)
I have stayed at this hotel 4 times and I can't wait to return.
An oceanfront room is a view of Heaven. The hotel is very clean, very cute and the staff are friendly and helpful. (Thank you again Shawn!)
The location is amazing. The elevators work great. (after some of the hotels I have stayed at, that does rate a special note)
At night we enjoyed sitting on the lanai and watching the people down on Kalakaua Ave, and listening to the waves crashing across the street.
The parking garage is very small and very limited but 'TheBus' and trolley stop across the street, if you don't have a car.
If you want a foo-foo hotel this isn't it.
If you want a beautiful, clean, comfortable and relaxing hotel with a perfect location, this is for you.
Will be back to stay here again in the near future for sure!! This was the best location i could find near the the event i was attending and was i glad to find it! This was the second time visit and both was excellent stay!! Would definilely recommend to friends and family...
thanks again!
NTR
Sad cost-cutting changes
sharksmom
(Pearl City, Hawaii)
I used to stay here a lot before, but haven't been here in about a decade. I understand it's COVID but the cost-cutting changes they've made to the rooms are not beneficial to guest comfort and satisfaction. For instance, the headboard is sized for a king-sized bed but the actual bed is the size of a double or queen; also, the room I had lacked a couch so since the bed was so small and I was with a friend, we had to get a rollaway bed for an extra $15/nt.
On a high note, the front desk staff was very nice and helped us to get our rooms near each other like we requested.
Beautiful hotel
Amber M
(West Covina, California)
The staff was great and helped us check in early around 1pm. We had called ahead of time to see if that was an option. We were told our room would be ready around 12pm so we headed there from our first room in Waikiki. Our room wasn’t quite ready when we got there at 12pm, but the staff checked out bags and kept them safe for us and we grabbed some lunch while we waited. We got in our room around 1pm, which was still earlier than the original 3pm check in so we were happy. The room was beautiful and so was the view. My only thing I didn’t like was the elevator situation. You needed a key to make it operate so that was a bit difficult to do with our hands full, and only 3 people were allowed in at a time due to Covid so it took a while to get up and down cus we had to wait. Also the pool was outside and you had to go through a security guard to get in and it was a little walk away. I did enjoy the jetted tub, and only wish it were larger.
22nd Floor
zuritacedeno
I would definitely stay at the Aston again, the rooms are spacious, clean and have the convenience of a basic kitchen. The area the Hotel is in canoe challenging since is in the middle of downtown, the room decoration is a bit outdated and the car parking very convenient.
Nice location
skipout41
(Rancho Cucamonga, California)
The room was a little dated but spacious and had an amazing view. Close to restaurants and food places. Great location but the homeless people yelling at night was a little annoying but that’s not the fault of Aston.
Overall we have no complaints! Quick check-in, four working elevators, beautiful lobby, convenient location- 1 block to Waikiki beach & 1 block to the bus stop, kind staff, clean hotel, clean room, no noise issues, great view, & overall we loved our stay! Definitely got a great price for our six night stay in July, a lot of bang for the buck. I will say the beds seemed to be more full-sized than queen-sized, the pool is not 6 feet deep even though it states that it’s 6 feet deep (I’m 5.10 & my whole head was above the surface when I stood flat on my feet), & the wifi wasn’t the best, but these were non-issues for our group. There’s a convenient minimart in the lobby that has a little bit of everything, and there’s a grocery mart two blocks away that is great, too. I highly recommend this place! Well worth your time & money. Very pleased with our stay! (:
What you see is not what you get
TwoTravelors
(Rancho Cucamonga, California)
Booked online, pictures great. arrived room not what we paid, false advertisement. Recep unable to accommodate, 5 people in a 1 bedroom, 1 bed provided a roll away, table with 3 chairs, look elsewhere
Wouldn't stay again
funplace
(Gridley, California)
Unit 2101-1
Check-in was fine. Room is dated, fine. Head to bed at night, bed is rock hard springs sticking out of the pull out. Housekeeping was kind enough to bring mattress toppers, better but not great for 10 days. Internet is horrible!
My biggest issue has been no housekeeping. We have trash running over in the bathroom. Towels all over the floor. Have had to call the desk for towels and toilet paper every 2-3 days. Called the desk they said housekeeping is every 3-4 days, which it hasn't been. They have cleaned our room ONE time in 10 days!!!! I understand it's because of Covid, but if no housekeeping at least leave supplies for 10 days(garbage bags, toilet paper, towels, etc).
The room is VERY dated. Stains on carpet, holes in curtains, curtains don't shut all the way, stove looks and sounds like it's from the 70’s. Artwork is faded. Pillows need replaced. Kitchen supplies are very limited.
Front desk has been kind and helpful. William in security has been very nice and helpful.
I don't need a fancy room, just clean and comfy, which this room has not been. It's not felt like much of a vacation space!
We've had no issues with parking besides the spaces are a bit small.
great staff uncleaned room
scsharp2021
Staff was amazing, the state of the rooms was not. There were stains, it had not been cleaned very well. and it was just overall not up to par with what we had been expecting. Staff was super nice and helpful though. The hotel just needs some major reno
Aston Waikiki Banyan
ReeceVu2021
(Dallas, Texas)
OK hotel. Just close to the beach is a plus. Nothing else. Research for other hotels or condos before looking at this condo. Would NOT likely to come back unless major RENOVATION is done to both towers.
Poor service cleaning of room, slow response to the requested help, key card to open the room door no working many times
claudio217
(Rancho Cucamonga, California)
we speck a better service based on our charges, breakfast credit of $40 dollars should be good at lease for two days breakfast not for only one day. we have problems more than one time with the card key of room door to open , not daily cleaning of the room, not rush response when we request service to the room, incomplete staff in the room .
NA
shankybanky21
The only thing was that it wasn’t that close to the beach but other than that it’s a nice hotel with a nice ocean view nice atmosphere and close to the strip mall the bathtub didn’t work but once reported they came fast and fixed it
Nice property
sdbctb
(Brooklyn, New York)
Nice property a short walk from the beach with city view also having the mountains in the background. overall with the porch table and kitchenette in the room we booked it with cannot complain. The resort fee seemed overkill with not much being used from it and still being charged. Thankfully we didn't rent a car otherwise parking is very expensive here.
Great boutique hotel!
KiaP321
(Los Angeles, California)
Great location and friendly staff. Room was very nice with kitchen that had a toaster oven, blender, and large mini fridge. Great size of fridge to keep your groceries in. There is no bar and the cafe/store is only open until 2pm. But the beauty is there’s an ABC store right across the street that sales everything you need! We stocked up on our snacks and liquor and we were set! A nice 7 minute walk to Waikiki beach, which is beautiful! And you are right at the start of the downtown Waikiki strip. So no need to drive if you are staying in the area. We rented a car to explore the island. Valet was very nice. $35 a day for parking. Pool is nice and upstairs so sort of feels rooftop-ish. We made blended drinks in our room and brought them down each day. We will definitely stay here again!
A Great Place to Stay!
Lourdes532021
(Pembroke Pines, Florida)
Since our arrival , we felt a warm special reception from all the staff of the hotel. They are professional, kind, and friendly. They are always helpful with suggestions and directions for places to visit or shop.
The hotel is attractive and well-located. I love its decoration because it is very Hawaiian!
Thank you to all the staff for their dedication and professionalism!
We stayed in a 1 bedroom ocean view that was absolutely wonderful. The living room area was perfect for the children. The location is great. We could walk everywhere. The staff is hands down excellent!
Jaime IS THE BEST
201jasmyneh
From the moment we arrived to the second we left Jaime treated us with such a level of care and respect that it tears us that we have to leave him and the hotel. He made sure our first stay here in Hawaii feel as if it was home and we’ll always be thankful for that. Thank you Jaime! We’ll see you on Halloween 🎃👻
Best,
Josh & Jasmyne
Great time
rharnett2021
(Woodbridge, Virginia)
Aqua Skyline at Island Colony is a great location and great people that work there. Can't wait to come again when COVID is totally over to see it at its full potential. I enjoyed my stay. Thanks to all.
Very generous
mickymickency75
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
The service is very good and helpful to there customers especially the pool and the bbq on the six floor very comfortable and convenient, And thanks to aqua sky line for the good service they give us during our vacation
Needs Some Upgrade
SM B
(Orange County, California)
The property needs some upgrading work. The A/C in our room 2319 was cranking so loud at night that we cannot sleep. We requested to be moved to another room, and we were given room 4318. This room's A/C is not as loud as the one in room 2319, but it is leaking water from the condenser in the patio that I almost slipped. The water also sipped through the carpet, but I found out about it when we are about to check-out already. The bathroom exhaust fan in this room is cranking loud like a steam boat and can really be a nuisance. Thankfully, it is turned off when not in use - unlike the A/C that has to be turned on all day long. Staff are friendly.
My sister and I stayed here to celebrate my 50th birthday
Pros:
Great value for price!!! This little no-frills gem is super close to Waikiki Beach and has 5 AMAZING food trucks right outside your door. There's no bells & whistles or pool, but that's exactly what I wanted...somewhere clean and safe to keep our stuff while we explored Oahu for the first time. One perk that is included (that we really enjoyed): you can show your room key at the Honolulu Museum of Art and get free admission..its $20 otherwise
Con:
We had to be moved twice during my stay because in one room, there was no hot water in the shower and in another room, the air conditioning unit was malfunctioning and leaking water. Maintenance of rooms needs to be improved.
Other than that, we had a fantastic stay. All staff were friendly, helpful and responsive to requests. We were provided with an upgraded room once we had to move a 2nd time. I would recommend to others to stay here. Check their website for deals/coupons
Ewa hotel - Cartwright Rd. Ohana
82nanii
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
Many thank you's and appreciation to Tracy, Evan, Maryknoll and housekeeping!!! You all Rock!!! My stay at Ewa hotel... better then Hawaii Prince or Hilton!! Its the people like Tracy,Evan and Maryknoll that makes you feel like million bucks... I am Very impressed local!!! I'll see you soon!! N.Hylton
Loved this hotel!
bebelopez13
(Seattle, Washington)
Everything was amazing, staff was always there to help and cost of stay is definitely affordable. If you’re looking for a place to stay without killing your budget, this is the right place for you and your loved ones.
Budget Hotel
0Poinsettia
Good hotel for budget minded guest who only needs a comfy bed and limited services. Staff was very friendly and as helpful as possible though covid is still causing limited staffing and services. Great location!
Bad service
calebscoggins
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
Just wish we would of got what we paid for and no hassles was looking forward to a nice stay and just wanted to spend our anniversary together and have a nice relaxing time instead had to sleep on two twin beds pushed together with a huge hump in the middle and had to plunge the toilet every single time
If this is a four star hotel, you’ve never been to a five star hotel. Terrific location but the hotel needs an upgrade. Old bathrooms with worn out fixtures, windows don’t quite close all the way, the pools not worth going to, no room service and they barely cleaned our room. It’s a good value and great base of operation but don’t plan on spending much time at the hotel.
Great place to stay
bigjerryhi2006
Easy check in very informational. Club access was great, good eats and spectacular view. Convenient location for food and drink and shopping. The free towels to borrow for beach and tour around island was nice
Didn’t Live Up to Pictures
gatewoej
Location is great but everything else is barely okay. The property and furnishings are old and worn. The pictures of the rooms don’t accurately reflect reality. The beds are uncomfortable and noisy. There is no lobby, even though pictures make you think there is one. The pool is incredibly small for the number of hotel rooms. The hotel staff encourages you to just leave your wet towels and trash outside your door so the hallways are trashy. The activities desk was understaffed and not particularly knowledgeable.
Trip
cavscout09071
The overall trip presented challenges that should have never occured. From dirty room to roaches in room is unacceptable. The hotel charged additional fee because of their mistakes and having to move our rooms. Additionally the travel and leisure for tries to sell you timeshares and they will bill place holds without authorization.
Overall it was good
Christine S
(Stone Mountain, Georgia)
I think the hotel location and amenities were great. You have the beach right cross the street. They have a fitness center, restaurant, pool, excursion booking booth, convenient stores and other restaurants downstairs from the hotel. They seem to be following protocol for COVID-19 very well. The only issue we had was the room seemed a little dated. Need some remodeling in the bathroom and the balcony door made a lot of noise when the wind blew. Overall I would stay again:)
