$219 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 19, 2013 Check-out: May 20, 2013

Aqua Lotus Honolulu

3 stars
2885 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
61 reviews
calmer end of wikiki

Gorgeous, spotless room. We left the glass doors open and closed the shutter doors each night so... See full review

  • dendres
  • Apr 8, 2013
favorite place to stay in oahu

The staff immediately make you feel welcome at this hotel. Perhaps because it is a smaller hotel,... See full review

  • allkindsoffood
  • Mar 15, 2013
A Waikiki boutique gem 100 feet from the beach

Aqua Lotus Honolulu, a former W Hotel property, offers stylish and hip boutique accommodations without the hefty price tag. The Zen lobby leads to 51 rooms, each decorated with luxurious upscale simplicity. The hotel sits 100 feet from the pristine beach and is one of only three hotels located in Waikiki's prestigious Gold Coast, at the foot of Diamond Head Crater. Set on an exclusive lot, The Aqua Lotus is surrounded by mature trees, parkland, ocean and Honolulu's wealthiest residences. 

Highlights
  • Located in peaceful Gold Coast within walking distance to Waikiki’s shopping and nightlife 
  • A hip, zen retreat
  • 100 feet to the beach
  • Complimentary local and toll-free telephone calls
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access
  • Complimentary daily wine service at the lobby
  • Complimentary outdoor yoga classes 4x/week
  • Complimentary use of beach cruisers
Location

The Lotus is a sanctuary in the Gold Coast at the foot of Diamond Head, a 10-minute walk from central Waikiki. Find a mellow stretch of beach 100 feet from the hotel. The enormous Kapiolani Park, a favorite destination for jogging, bird watching and festivals is located behind the hotel.

Rooms

The boutique Lotus features 51 spacious rooms, including a grand penthouse. Asian-inspired décor blends warm island hues and rich woods, featuring plush beds and feather pillows. Each room has a private balcony and offers iPod dock, high-speed Internet, climate control, CD and DVD player, cordless phones with voicemail and 42-inch flat-screen TV.

Dining

Two of Honolulu's favorite restaurants are located near the hotel. Hau Tree Lanai sits right on the sand and landmark restaurant, Michel's, serves New French cuisine.

Attractions
  • Waikiki Beach
  • Kapiolani Park
  • Waikiki Aquarium
  • Honolulu Zoo
  • Diamond Head Crater
  • Royal Hawaiian Center
Policies and fees
  • Pets are welcome (fees apply).

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Aqua Lotus Honolulu Rooms

Ocean View Room
Upper floors. One king bed or two double beds with premium bedding. Furnished lanai with views of the Ocean and Diamond Head. 380 square feet. Balinese decor. Free WiFi/high speed internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies, video games, DVD/CD player. Multi-line phone with voice mail. Mini-fridge. Coffee/tea maker (on request). Hair dryer. In-room safe.
Diamond Head View
One king bed or two double beds with premium bedding. Furnished lanai with diamond head view. 455 square feet. Balinese decor. Free WiFi/high speed internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies, video games, DVD/CD player. Multi-line phone with voice mail. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. In-room safe. Nonsmoking.
Diamond Head View Premium
One king bed or two double beds with premium bedding. Corner room with two furnished lanais and diamond head view. 455 square feet. Balinese decor. Free WiFi/high speed internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies, video games, DVD/CD player. Multi-line phone with voice mail. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. In-room safe. Nonsmoking.
Penthouse Diamond Head View
Penthouse Diamond Head View: The ultimate. Take in the spectacular views of Diamond Head Crater and the Pacific Ocean by wandering around your private wraparound lanai. Full kitchen, warm and inviting living area, in-room library. Two bedrooms; the master bedroom (king bed) and the guest room (two double beds). 350 Thread count linens, 3, 27-inch color TV's, Web TV access with wireless keyboard, Free WiFi/high speed internet access. (2,540 square feet)
Ocean View Premium
Upper floors. One king bed or two double beds with premium bedding. Furnished lanai with views of the Ocean and Diamond Head. 455 square feet. Balinese decor. Free WiFi/high speed internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies, video games, DVD/CD player. Multi-line phone with voice mail. Mini-fridge. Coffee/tea maker (on request). Hair dryer. In-room safe.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
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Hotel Map

21.263 -157.8205
Area served
Diamond Head, Kapiolani Park, Waikiki Beach, Waikiki, Honolulu
Nearby airports
Honolulu-HNL
Area description
The Lotus is a sanctuary in the Gold Coast at the foot of Diamond Head, a 10-minute walk from central Waikiki. Find a mellow stretch of beach 100 feet from the hotel, or borrow one of the hotel's beach cruiser bicycles to explore Waikiki and surrounding neighborhoods at leisure. The enormous Kapiolani Park, a favorite destination for jogging, picnicking, and outdoor festivals, is located behind Aqua Lotus Honolulu, which offers complimentary yoga classes in the park.

Nearby points of interest

  • Kapiolani Park: 0.2 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 0.4 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 0.5 mi
  • Damien Museum: 0.8 mi
  • International Market Place: 1.1 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 1.4 mi
  • Shangri La Islamic Art Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 1.7 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 1.8 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 2.5 mi
  • Waialae Country Club: 3.2 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 3.3 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 3.5 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 3.6 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 3.7 mi
  • Kapiolani Park: 0.2 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 0.4 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 0.5 mi
  • Damien Museum: 0.8 mi
  • International Market Place: 1.1 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 1.4 mi
  • Shangri La Islamic Art Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 1.7 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 1.8 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 2.5 mi
  • Waialae Country Club: 3.2 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 3.3 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 3.5 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 3.6 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 3.7 mi
  • Kamehameha Statue: 3.9 mi
  • Iolani Palace: 3.9 mi
  • Washington Place: 3.9 mi
  • Irvin Park: 4.2 mi
  • Star Of Honolulu: 4.2 mi
  • Aloha Tower Cruise Ship Terminal: 4.2 mi
  • Aloha Tower: 4.2 mi
  • Honolulu Botanical Gardens: 4.3 mi
  • Hawaii Maritime Center: 4.5 mi
  • Mauna Ala: 4.6 mi
  • Honolulu Chinatown: 4.7 mi
  • Queen Emma Summer Palace: 5.2 mi
  • Pali Lookout: 5.2 mi
  • Bishop Museum: 5.8 mi
  • Koolau Golf Club: 7.9 mi
  • Hanauma Bay: 8 mi
  • Koko Head Park: 8.5 mi
  • Koko Crater Botanical Gardens: 9.1 mi
  • Halona Blow Hole: 9.4 mi
  • Sandy Beach: 9.6 mi
  • Bellows Beach: 9.7 mi
  • Wawamalu Beach: 9.9 mi
  • USS Arizona Memorial: 10.4 mi
  • USS Bowfin Submarine Museum: 10.6 mi
  • Sea Life Park Hawai: 10.7 mi
  • Makapuu Beach: 10.8 mi
  • USS Missouri: 11 mi
  • Kailua Beach: 11.1 mi
  • Lanikai Beach: 11.2 mi
  • Pacific Aviation Museum: 11.3 mi

Dining

Dining Nearby
Guests enjoy several dining options within walking distance of the hotel and are able to sign to their rooms for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Hau Tree Lanai restaurant and Miyako Japanese restaurant found on the New Otani Kaimana Beach. Michel's at the Colony Surf is also nearby, offering French cuisine. The Lotus does not provide room service. However, guests can order "Room Service in Paradise," which delivers lunch and dinner from more than 50 area restaurants.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1300
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (61)

Ratings and reviews for Aqua Lotus Honolulu

Overall score

4.5 / 5
2 out of 61
Amenities:
4.5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4.5
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5
Bardian
Decatur, GA
Mar 2, 2012

exceptional value

I booked this sight unseen based on reviews and great deal. Arrived after a long flight from Australia. The room I had booked was not yet available so I was promptly upgraded to an ocean view room at the same price. The staff was incredibly friendly and accomodating. Beach towels, beach chairs and even bikes are available at no charge. The location is perfect, far enougfh away from the chaos of Waikikii yet with access to everything very close by. The room was ideal, two balconies, spotless. I will only stay here again when I visit Honolulu.

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Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
San Diego, CA
May 20, 2009

Great to be near, but not IN the action

What a great location! A lovely small hotel with beautiful decor. Close enough to walk to Waikiki (10 minute stroll through a lovely park) yet far enough to feel away from the hustle and bustle of the Waikiki strip. Diamond Head is very near to this hotel. I highly recommend a room with a view of Diamond Head and a partial ocean view (that way you get the best of both worlds. The bed was extremely comfortable (all down bedding). Staff were excellent and willing to go the extra mile! Take a taxi if walking back to the hotel from Waikiki when dark. As in ANY place, it is never safe to walk through a park late at night especially if alone. This is not meant to give the impression that this is a bad area(quite opposite in fact). It is a very nice part of Waikiki. Many families, walkers, joggers, etc. however at night it has the potential to become dangerous due to the many large banyon trees and dimly lit lights.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
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5
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