2-for-1 Luau when you stay 5 nights or more! Free Parking!(One car per room, $5.00 per day for additional car.) Experience the heights of ultimate luxury at the ASTON Waikiki Beach Tower with breathtaking oceanviews and pampering services. Elegance surrounds you at this luxurious condominium resort overlooking Waikiki Beach, where emphasis is on personal service. Air-conditioned one- and two-bedroom suites, most with ocean views, are exquisitely decorated. Effective November 16, 2006, all ResortQuest Hawaii's managed hotels and condominiums will be non-smoking.
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During your Honolulu vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Makaha Resort Golf Club
This challenging course -- recently named "The Best Golf Course on Oahu" by Honolulu magazine -- sits some 45 miles west of Honolulu, in Makaha Valley. Designed by William Bell, the par-72, 7,091-yard course meanders toward the ocean before turning and heading into the valley. Sheer volcanic walls tower 1,500 feet above the course, which is surrounded by swaying palm trees and neon-bright bougainvillea; an occasional peacock will even strut across the fairways. The beauty here could make it difficult to keep your mind on the game if it weren't for the course's many challenges: 8 water hazards, 107 bunkers, and frequent brisk winds. This course is packed on weekends, so it's best to try weekdays. Facilities include a pro shop, bag storage, and snack shop.
USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor
On December 7, 1941, the USS Arizona, while moored here in Pearl Harbor, was bombed in a Japanese air raid. The 608-foot battleship sank in 9 minutes without firing a shot, taking 1,177 sailors and Marines to their deaths -- and catapulting the United States into World War II.Nobody who visits the memorial will ever forget it. The deck of the ship lies 6 feet below the surface of the sea. Oil still oozes slowly up from the Arizona's engine room to stain the harbor's calm, blue water; some say the ship still weeps for its lost crew. The memorial is a stark white 184-foot rectangle that spans the sunken hull of the ship; it was designed by Alfred Pries, a German architect interned on Sand Island during the war. It contains the ship's bell, recovered from the wreckage, and a shrine room with the names of the dead carved in stone.Today, free U.S. Navy launches take visitors to the Arizona. Try to arrive early at the visitor center (no later than 1:30pm), operated jointly by the National Park Service and the U.S. Navy, to avoid the huge crowds; waits of 1 to 3 hours are common, and they don't take reservations. While you're waiting for the shuttle to take you out to the ship -- you'll be issued a number and time of departure, which you must pick up yourself -- you can explore the interesting museum's personal mementos, photographs, and historic documents. A moving 20-minute film precedes your trip to the ship. Allow a total of at least 4 hours for your visit.Parents, note that baby strollers, baby carriages, and baby backpacks are not allowed in the theater, on the boat, or on the USS Arizona Memorial. All babies must be carried.One last note: Most unfortunately, the USS Arizona Memorial is a high-theft area -- leave your valuables at the hotel.
Contemporary Museum
Set up on the slopes of Tantalus, one of Honolulu's upscale residential communities, the Contemporary Museum is renowned for its 3 acres of Asian gardens (with reflecting pools, sun-drenched terraces, views of Diamond Head, and stone benches for quiet contemplation). Its Cades Pavilion houses David Hockney's L'Enfant et les Sortileges, an environmental installation of his sets and costumes for Ravel's 1925 opera, and six galleries display significant works from the last 4 decades. Equally prominent is the presence of contemporary Hawaii artists in the museum's programs and exhibitions. Ask about the daily docent-led tours, and look for an excellent cafe and shop. Depending on your passion for art, you could spend an hour here to all day.
Doubletree' Alana Hotel Waikiki
Conveniently located close to downtown Honolulu (10 Minutes away) and within walking distance to all that exotic Waikiki has to offer: beaches, restaurants, shopping, and the world-class Hawaii Convention Center. AIRPORT.........................8 MILESALANA WAIKIKI SHOPPING CENTER...1 MILEBARBER'S POINT.................40 MILESBEACHES.......................1/3 MILE SBISHOP MUSEUM...................6 MILES NWCALVARY CHAPEL OF HNL.........2.1 MILES WCHABAD LUBARITCH OF HAWAII....0.3 ...
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
A century ago, Hawaii's last and most beloved princess lived in the heart of Waikiki. Her story unfolds at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani, which today graces the former royal estate of 'Ainahau. In the land of cool breezes, we are just a short crosswalk away from Waikiki Beach.Most of our 1,152 rooms feature lanais with ocean and mountain views.Dive into the freshwater swimming pool, or take a stroll over to the world-famous Waikiki Beach. We can arrange surf lessons, catamaran rides, as well ...
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Most recent user reviews
Great view, large lanai & friendly staff!
Bradley, Seattle, WA, 2006-07-30
The beach is right across the street. There is a McDonalds next door. There is an ABC convenience store next door. Close to shopping, including the International Market. A rental car location is across the street.
The Resort Quest Beach Tower Waikiki was a huge condo. It is very hard to find accommodations for 3 adults and 2 teenagers in Waikiki. A two bedroom, two bath condo (with a sofa bed) at the Resort Quest Beach Tower was just the ticket. The Resort Quest Condo was clean, spacious and had a huge lanai with sliding doors from the living room and master bedroom. Sure, they don't have a "Super Pool", the rooms aren't fancy, but the Ocean Front view, being across the street from the beach, being near shopping, and the friendly staff (ESPECIALLY THE VALET/BELLMAN STAFF!!!!) makes this place a great place to stay.
very family friendly
maureen, Orlando, FL, 2006-07-17
the resortquest waikiki beach tower was a very nice place to stay. the room was large with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms,queen size sleeper sofa in living room and full kitchen with dining area.all cooking and eating utensils were available for use.the full oceanview with spacious lanai was wonderful,a great place to unwind after a day at the beach or signtseeing. the beach was very close,just across the street.the facility provided beach towels, boogie boards,chairs and umbrellas free of charge.the staff was always very friendly and helpful.there are no restaurants on site,but many nice restaurants are just a short walk away.our family of five including 2 teenagers and a preschooler enjoyed our week long stay at the waikiki beach tower and would definitely stay there again.
Very Friendly and helpful Staff
Deborah, Kansas City, MO, 2006-06-15
The condo could have used an update but was very clean and the staff was great. The rooms were big with a great few of the beach from the living room and the dinning room. The Bellmen were there with recommendations of places to go and how to get there. They keep up on street closings and alternate routes. We would love to go back.
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