Swim-up Rooms & Private Pools in Honolulu

Great location. Walkable to beach and tons of shops and restaurants. This is an older hotel. While there have been some upgrades, the 'bones' are still dated. Doors and doorframes in rooms are layered with coats of paint reminiscent of a a rental property that gets a standard coat of paint after each new renter. However service is great. Main property areas are clean and staff is attentative from the front desk to the pool deck and beyond. Poolside area is perfect for spending day or relaxing after a day of being out. Wish the pool would be slightly more family friendly (no pool toys or such allowed) and open later but understand that would be distraction for people eating in the poolside restaurant.

Everything about the hotel is great, very central to everything, clean and beautiful pool area. Plenty of towels for stay to go to beach and pool. Lovely atmosphere of an evening listening to music on the pool deck and very helpful reception.

Location and the staff at bar and pool area were the best customer service. Wished there was a jacuzzi tho, and seating in deep area of pool so could relax in pool cause too many kids on shallow side but still deep for little ones.

The room caught the morning sunrise and we were also able to see the Ocean to the West. The pool was great and the pool attendants were a wealth of knowledge for finding great places to eat at, in the area. Waikiki beach was across the street, this place was like being there, but for a short walk, saved tons of money/points. Had a young family vibe, which we enjoyed, even as seniors. Once a week, local art was displayed for sale on the property. We walked or used the city buses everywhere, this is our second time NOT renting a car as we had done on previous visits.

We loved the location, the staff, the Splash Bar, the Hawaiian guys that sang and the lady that danced. Our servers at the bar and the pool they were all wonderful, shout out to Vanessa! The ABC stores had everything we needed. Great location to the beach in the mornings and then we came back and enjoyed the pool area in the afternoon. It was my friends 40th birthday celebration trip, and she can't wait to go back. Thank you SPK for making our stay so great!

The hotel does not mention that the pool gets limited sun due to the parking garage and the hotel on each side of it. So there is a certain time of day the pool is sunny, and it is not heated. So do not book property for the pool.

We are Marriott loyalists and have stayed in a few places in Waikiki but the Laylow has a lot of great things and in a great spot. It’s a little further from the beach but still an easy walk, even with kids and all the gear. The Hideout is one of the on site restaurants and has great drinks and foods that you can eat there or have served in the pool area. They serve complimentary Hawaiian ice and mocktails at the pool throughout the day. The onsite coffee bar opens at 6 and has great coffee from drip to all the flavours and foams you want. A 3 story Super Target is just around the corner to get everything you need. Great Udon just across the street.

Loved the pool and restaurant/ Bar on pool level!

The hotel is nicely positioned in Waikiki. We could walk to the beach in about 5 minutes and to about any restaurant in no more than 10. The staff was immensely helpful and friendly throughout. We had a handicapped accessible room (which we didn’t request or require). It was a bit more spacious, but the shower water bled into the floor if the bathroom. Engineering couldn’t fix it. Just inconvenient. The on-site restaurant was nice, although they could refresh the cushion covers. Food was good, Mai Tais need to be fresher :). Our bed was rather firm, but I liked it. My wife much less so. Pool area is very nice. The pool is swim able but shallow and the water was a good temperature. Overall we had a very nice stay and enjoyed ourselves at the Laylow.

The vibes were top tier at The Laylow. Everyone that I encountered was amazing, helpful, kind and genuinely caring. I really enjoyed the daily activities in the lobby & at the pool. The front desk staff was always helpful & pleasant. Last but certainly not least the bartenders, baristas and performers at The Hideout gave me so many wonderful options for dining & entertainment, I didn’t need to go anywhere else unless I really wanted to. I loved being able to walk to so many options so quickly. The International Market Place is literally next door. The Waikiki Market (higher end grocery store) is only a few block away, and their food options convenience were perfect for grabbing water, drinks, salads, wide variety of poke and so many other options of local fruits, snacks, etc. I was able to book all of the excursion/tourist activities I wanted to try right in the lobby with the Blue Hawaiian vendor that was there daily. I did surfing lessons (twice), a dolphin swim, & luau. All the activities offered shuttle pick-up from a near by hotel, so there was only a 5-10 walk for each session. Each tour/ activity provided safe/ clear transportation and wonderful, knowledge filled experiences. This was my first trip to the Hawaiian islands, and I didn’t want to leave so much so that I cried when I checked out on my last day. The front desk staff was so kind and loving while I got myself together, including the GM who introduced himself. I can’t wait to go back.

The location of this hotel is walking distance to a lot of shopping, dining & shows. The only shortcoming is the size of the pool and pool area. I realize that there was no space for it, but a nice relaxing pool area would have made this a 5-star, considering the age of the building

Not likely to return unless price is significantly reduced. The hotel room itself was quite nice, well-kept and comfortable. Pleasant staff, but managerial policies are more about control than service. A request for a common-sense customer service was met with three "not possible" answers before someone took the time to actually see if it was possible - and then there was a "yes, but" that included a "but" that seemed unnecessary and borderline insulting. The adequately sized and adequately equipped (for two or three people) exercise room was too warm (hotter than the main lobby) and poorly ventilated (exhaust fan was either broken or turned off). Multiple requests that the air conditioning be turned up (to better cool the room) had no impact. Water cooler "change filter" light was on throughout our five day stay. On one occasion there was a large wet, possibly due to rusty water, section of rug in the middle of the exercise room. The pool is quite small and dark - though technically "outdoors," there is little to no sky visible. Also, the hotel lobby/front desk/entrance/elevators and pool are shared with a separate building that is being used as a dorm. Waikiki is a busy and hectic place so having busy and hectic common areas wasn't shocking. Still, all the extra busy and hectic within the "hotel" did not enhance our stay.

This hotel is great. Super clean, good room sizes and great staff. The hotel rooms have been updated and have great tvs and plenty of room even in the basic rooms! Only slight thing that isn’t the best is that the pool is really quite small, but let’s be honest I didn’t come to Hawaii to swim in a hotel pool 😂! It’s a quick walk to the beach, has heaps of food options near by but isn’t super loud or busy! Definitely recommend this hotel!

I loved my stay at Waikiki Malia! The hotel is beautiful, clean and updated. The staff are friendly, professional and welcoming. I got free water and a bag! Their water machine is TOP NOTCH! Not the old smelly ones other hotels have! The AC works great, the pool area is well kept, the location is so convenient! Everything is within walking distance. The island tour and snorkeling bus picked us up about a block away in front of the shopping center. So much local and small business eats to enjoy. Many restaurants, food stands, food trucks, ABC stores, etc. Overall, the best stay I’ve had in Hawaii. The city view was beautiful! I usually have a beach view, but I noticed the city placement is much more quiet all day and night! Random, but I loved the lotion they provided! I have very sensitive skin and I think it has real lavender and nice ingredients. Whenever I used it, my skin rashes cleared up. I left with no sunburn for the 1st time, and I was barely wearing any clothes. Didn’t even use my aloe vera. I got scraped up snorkeling and falling outside running in my slippers on the wet floor (my fault, San Franciscans speed walk everywhere for no reason) and the lotion worked like a charm. No scars. I used the whole bottle. Tip: the hotel does not have type-c outlets. Bring your charger with the usb on 1 side, &/or the outlet base. I forgot my base at home and it’s my 1st time having a double sided type-c charger. I went to Ross 1-2 blocks away though and it was only $4.99.

If you are looking for an affordable stay in the heart of Waikiki, while making sure you are staying in a safe,comfortable and aesthetically pleasing environment, this is the place for you! The staff is very kind and attentive, so much so that after checking in on me the next day and how they could make my stay exceptional, I mentioned that it was my birthday and I would not mind some kind of surprise, I came to the room at the end of the day to an adorable token of Aloha ( box of local chocolates) on my bed. They also provide a super cute complimentary beach bag and two refilable water bottles and the have a great filtered water fountain by the pool. I also loved the location , close to all my favorite spots and transportation centers for eny excursions you may want to book, including car rental spots. I know I will be back here next time I visit!!! Mahalo nui loa Malia Waikiki staff E hui hou P.S. wish I could share pics but my phone is acting up and not allowing me to upload

Our stay here was so relaxing and hotel smells amazing like a spa. Hotel staff are friendly and very accommodating. Who needs a pool when waikiki beach is just a few steps away. Plus you can rent beach chairs, mats, floaties, snorkel gear etc. Also, valet parking is quick. No long waits to get your car. Would recommend this hotel for couples/small groups since rooms are small but otherwise we’ll definitely go back.

The laid-back, no frills vibe was a comfort. The place was tidy, the room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. Just a few yards from the beach and walking distance from shopping and dining. No gym or pool to pay for, and the staff was very nice and helpful.

Spirit of aloha at this property. Less than a block to the beach. Clean, modern, quiet, and no wait for elevators. Staff was helpful and friendly. There is no pool but not needed with the beach right there. Walk to everything from this wonderful hotel.

Atmosphere is serene and simple. Staff were all kind and helpful. Bed was very comfortable. Bathroom large and fresh. Only downside was moisture in carpet near the refrigerator, probably from condensation (?). It was not musty or moldy smelling, just damp. Very lovely little hotel in the middle of expensive big hotels. No pool, no breakfast, low price! Beach is short walk (literally 5 minutes max) and lots of food options nearby. We will return.

The location was great, the view of the beach was good over the adjoining buildings pool, the beds were comfortable and the decor pleasent

We absolutely loved our stay at the Outrigger Beach Resort! Our room was spacious with a large sink area and closet space. Comfortable beds and pillows; towels were nice and thick. Our lanai overlooked the ocean and pool area. The views were beautiful! The staff was amazing!! Everyone was so accommodating and kind. Holly served the pool area and kept us full and content. Our housekeeper, Wendy, knew all our names by our second day there and treated us like we were guests in her home. Future stays for our family will only be at the Outrigger Beach Resort in Waikiki!

The hotel and staff were very friendly and helpful during our stay. We also had the club Voyager 47 which gave us access to a special lounge for breakfast and afternoon snacks and drinks. The pool staff were friendly and helpful as well. The hotel is in the heart of Waikīkī. This is the fourth time we stayed at this hotel and love the fact it’s right on the beach with pool and beach access from the hotel. Having Dukes and Hula Grill with live music daily puts the icing on the cake.

All the good things. It is next to the beach. Staff are always friendly and helpful. It was one of the best vacations. The hotel is clean, not noisy. The restaurants are amazing. The pool is nice. Pool towels are great. But the people… everyone from reception to housekeeping, from waiters and waitresses… everyone so friendly and extra nice. They let us stay in the room for a couple of more hours for a fee whichever helped a lot! I will Definitely come back…

Location is amazing on the beach. Pool and pool staff was lovely. Handy geting beach tote and outrigger water bottle to refill, water stations through out hotel.

This is a more detailed review after having spent a night at this hotel. On the plus side, the room was clean, and it did have a view of the ocean from the small balcony. The staff was friendly. The Hula Grill was great for dinner. The pool area is nice with about as many seats as can fit around it. The view from the pool to the ocean is excellent, and the beach is very close. For nearly $500 per night, plus a $50 resort fee, neighborhood also expect chairs on the beach. There are chairs and loungers available, but they must be rented from a third party and cost $18 per hour, or $100 per day! That is inexcusable. Your $500 does give you beach towels, though. If you're going to be at this resort for a few days, walk across the street from the hotel to the Target or some other store and buy yourself a chair. Heck, you might be able to sell it to someone who happens to be checking in when you are checking out.

We absolutely loved our stay here — especially after a tent with no hot water and a noisy window A/C at the previous places 😅 The room was recently renovated, super spacious, and felt like a full apartment. As soon as we walked in, we saw a full American-style kitchen with three stovetops, an oven, a fridge, dishes — everything! There was a cozy living room, a separate bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows and a desk, a huge walk-in closet, and a clean bathroom with a tub. It honestly felt like a place we could live in for a month. The front desk also provided a super detailed restaurant guide — with opening hours, types of cuisine, and even a local map! Since it was our last night in Hawaii, we went downstairs to 7-11, picked up some food, warmed it in the microwave, plated it nicely, and had a perfect dinner at the dining table in the living room. We even relaxed in the heated spa by the pool afterward. It truly felt like the perfect ending to our Hawaii trip — we loved it!

The hotel has transparent pricing and no hidden charges. It also allows for self parking in the garage next-door. The swimming pool was cold but the hotel provided a corporate day membership at the 24 Hour Fitness around the corner. The floor to ceiling windows in the mini suite provided a magnificent view of the harbor!

Lots of space, great views from 25th floor, loved the rooftop pool, and very central location. We were able to walk to the Iolana Palace, the king Kamehameha statue, the Aloha Tower and the kaka’ako waterfront park. There were lots of restaurants within walking distance.

We were so well looked after by the front desk staff (Chris, Karrie and Jen and another two staff members whose names we did not get) on both stays at the Aston. The view was wonderful and the layout of the suite was very pleasing. We appreciated the upgrade as we thought we had booked a kitchenette and extras type room. So thank you. The lobby was neat and clean and you felt very secure. Pool was very nice too.

Close to the Port. The pool was quite nice and hot tub.

The property and staff is good, but there was mold in tub and stopper.. of course no pool and high paid parking....

One of the reason I chose this hotel was (of course) location. 2 mins away from the beach can’t compare with anything else! and price of course. the price was excellent, and even though the place doesn’t have pool, restaurant inside or mini bar, it still was pretty sweet and cozy. Despite being outdated, the room had everything you might need, which also included TV, bedside tables, lamps, coffee machine with fridge and even table with chairs on the balcony! Staff was friendly too.

The location is great! Very close to Kuhio Beach which has a great tidal pool. The staff were also very friendly and helpful.

The only negative thing is they could have done a better job at cleaning the room. Their was dust on the lamp shades. It just seemed like they do the basic change of bed sheets and vacuum and clean the bathroom. Overall great place to stay!! Very much worth the price. I like to stay at the end of the Waikiki strip near the zoo. This was a great location for me and my family. The staff was very friendly. And very accommodating. This is a no frills hotel. You get what you pay for. It's almost more motel style. I got the one bedroom suite that had two twin beds in the main room. It had a little fridge and kitchenette. This is not a hotel room that you'll spend all day in. And you're in Hawaii so you shouldn't spend all day in your hotel room anyways. The hotel is off of Cartwright which is a one-way street so just be aware of that. They're also three or four food trucks on the street that offered really great food options! But there's also lots of sit-down restaurants in the area too. I will definitely be staying here again.

We had 6 adults and 3 rooms at the Ewa. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. This was our first trip to Oahu - the front desk staff made recommendations and were extremely friendly. The hotel is down and alley, food trucks were there and it was a friendly environment. The hotel was close to the beach and walkable to food, bars, pickup spots for tours and souvenir shopping. We finished several evenings on the rooftop watching the sun set over the beach. We would definitely stay at this hotel again. If you require fancy chain establishments, this isn't for you BUT, if you want a friendly, fun atmosphere, the Ewa is the best!

Despite no pool, the beach right in front of the hotel is a jewel : swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, surfing all possible! A boutique hotel feel, we appreciated the extra activities for guests (yoga, lei making, stargazing, etc) wonderful staff too!

Perfect location away from the craziness of Waikiki. Resort fee pricey for not having pool. Lovely beach in front of hotel. One of the only actual beach side restaurants in Waikiki. Great food! Loved when they had music.

This is a nice quiet hotel on the far side of Waikiki Beach. There is a great beach. The hotel does not have a pool which I think is a good thing because it keeps the number of kids to a minimum. Housekeeping was excellent. Nice front desk that gives you your beach towels and chairs. Nice coffee shop on the first floor. I was not impressed by the Hau Tree restaurant but I’ll leave that to different review. The is no drink or food service on the beach because it is a public beach which is good because it kept the beach quiet without any loud drunks and virtually no trash. I’ll stay here again. (Checkout the very expense French restaurant nearby called Michel’s at Surf Colony. $$$$$)

We got a suite and is big with living a d dinning room. you have access to a beach right in front but no swimming pool.

A hidden gem in Waikiki – I didn’t want to leave I honestly loved everything about Kaimana Beach Hotel. Even though it’s a known name in Waikiki, it still feels like one of those places you want to keep to yourself because it’s just that good. Mornings here are something else – I’d step out onto the balcony, take in the view, and feel like I was right in the middle of the ocean. Then it was straight down for a swim in the most beautiful, calm water you can imagine. The sunsets? Absolutely unforgettable. And the location is spot on – peaceful and away from the noise, but close enough to walk into Waikiki whenever you want. The ocean breeze keeps everything fresh, so no sticky heat and no mosquitoes – just comfort. The staff are genuinely kind and clearly take pride in what they do. And having Hau Tree right inside the hotel is such a treat – it’s one of Waikiki’s coolest spots, and you can just wander down for a drink or dinner without leaving “home.” Evenings had this lovely buzz – the lobby would fill with people, music and laughter drifting in, and it felt like you were part of something special. On a couple of mornings, a Hawaiian monk seal swam by, totally at ease, and everyone watched quietly – it felt like such a privilege. And right behind the hotel is Kapiʻolani Regional Park, perfect for a morning walk. The fact that the resort fee includes yoga classes was the cherry on top for me.

I can't think of any part of our stay with you that was less than ideal. We appreciated birthday cookies, a tote bag (so helpful), the towel system, the room, evening music, the pool vibe, Monkeypod Kitchen breakfast (oceanside), the in hotel shopping, central location in Waikiki, and in general found everything about our stay completely enjoyable. The hotel is beautiful and the staff was friendly and helpful. Our room on the "veranda" level was also very fun. We enjoyed the beach, pool, access to good food, and a comfortable night's sleep. This hotel is on a sliver of beach, with broader public beach adjacent. Be aware there is live music nightly until 9 pm (it was great, but if not your thing, you'll hear it anyway). The pool area is right next to a casual grill for snacks, drinks or lunch, and there's a water bottle station poolside (free). We were able to snag a shady chair in the late morning. We saw A'uana (Cirque show) at the sister property - this one is much nicer. The show was also very good.

My family and I stayed 5 nights (wife, boys 13&11) and had a lovely experience staying at this resort, we'd happily return in future. The staff are very helpful, friendly and great to deal with. Check in was a breeze, our room had a terrific partial ocean view which overlooked the pool area. The room was bigger than we were expecting, it was clean and reasonably new. The pool is fantastic, there are plenty of loungers available and towels supplied by the resort. There are also three hot spas adjacent to the pool. My boys loved the pool, it has a very deep end and a young child friendly area. We dined at Kani Ka Pila Grille one night and had a very tasty meal, great service and well priced. The beach access is great, though we couldn't find a shortcut directly to Waikiki Beach so there is a short walk of a few blocks required, however Ford DeRussy Beach is easily accessed from the resort. Can recommend snorkeling on the Holokai Catamaran (book via the resort), a great experience for the kids and adults. We had our room cleaned to a high standard three times by Sharon who was amazing. Finally we didn't purchase the additional Voyager 47 Club Lounge access when booking but were offered one evenings complimentary access - amazing view and a great selection of food and drinks, more than enough food available for a dinner meal. I would highly recommend this resort, it's great value and the service was exceptional.

Bonie and Mary were the housekeeps during our trip and they were awesome. Everytime we saw them they greeted us and even with us having the do not disturb sign up when they saw us in the hallway they would make sure we were set for the day with towels or anything else we might need. Never had such awesome housekeepers during a stay at a hotel. The guys working the bar down by the pool were also awesome attentive and friendly. We also enjoyed taking advantage of the activities provided by the hotel the two people we met running the activities were so friendly and very informative it was awesome to learn so much about the hawaiian culture. The pool area was nice and well kept could get crowded at times but wasn't bad, they had pool floats available to use which came in super handy the pool was really deep but was fun. The beach right out the hotel was pretty but small but if you just walked down a bit from the hotel there was plenty of beach. We would definitely stay here again!

At the start I was disappointed in my hotel choice but as we stayed here the staff, amenities and service won me over. It’s the little details that I’m impressed with. Such as the housekeeper greeting me and surprising me by knowing my name. The pool staff being so positive, light hearted and sharing that sun screen is provided-that was amazing. In addition, the hotel provides filtered water stations and a water bottle to use. The bathroom at the pool was so clean. Then the staff attending everyone at the pool with a positive attitude and remembering me from the day before. Finally, the front desk being so receptive when I asked for a later checkout. Would I stay here again- yes.

Big and busy hotel with a small pool and small beach area. The staff are very friendly and food at both main restaurants is delicious. The rooms are big and clean, showers good. Hotel is on a very busy street very crowded with tourists and quite noisy at night. The pool lounge chairs are free, if you can find one in the small pool area. Beach chairs and umbrellas are $50-100 for 3-8 hours. Beach chairs are not run by hotel it seems. No food service on the beach. That said, it is nice to be on the beach side and not have to walk across busy streets with our beach towels.

Peaceful. Right in the middle of everything but so private. Pool and hot tub area surrounded by native foliage and mini waterfall-so refreshing! lovely relaxing music and breezes!!

The Courtyard Waikiki was fine for our purpose of being in convenient location and met our expectation of comfortable beds and cleanliness. We were not told in adv that the main pool was under construction, nor was the initial front desk clerk forthcoming re us being able to use the pool at their sister hotel 1 mile away, which was very nice. Walls pretty thin, able to hear neighbors. Luckily the a/c blocked out most of the noise. $35 daily destination fee seemed steep for what we got plus the place for the amenities was a solid 20min walk from the hotel.

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful! The pool and hot tub was nice. When we went to the heated salt pool, the spa was there and we couldn’t use it. We did come back at another time when it was available and it was okay. It was weird that the ice machine was on the second floor outside of the building. I was grateful for the microwave and water fountain in the lobby because I used it every single day. The room had what I needed: bed, tv, ac, restroom, and safe, however, it was a little run down. I definitely got what I paid for but being in the heart of Waikiki and within walking distance to everything I honestly can’t complain.

Great I love the pools. The only thing was there were roaches running by the pool.

When I got to hotel, room was not ready because it’s a bit early. However, after a few hours the room was ready and we went to the room. Surprisingly, the room is opened and someone left engineering tools in the room. We were a bit upset. Therefore, we went back to the front desk and Tanya apologized for the mistakes. She offered a better room and complimentary stuffs which we appreciated and thanks for making it right. The rest of the stay was good. The location is convenient and the pool is great. Don’t forget to use the activities which included in the resort fee.