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good location
Very friendly staff at any time of my stay.
Special score for Harry and Melba ( Roomcervice)
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Stern
- May 21, 2012
GREAT staff and location!!
We stayed for 5 days and were treated VERY well! They truly care about their guests. First night...
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Happy Aqua Waikiki Pearl
- May 7, 2012
Big value at contemporary hotel in central Waikiki
The new Aqua Waikiki Pearl is a totally refreshed and upgraded boutique-size hotel featuring large rooms at a reasonable rate. The hotel is located on a mellow side street, less than two blocks from Waikiki Beach and the area's best shopping and dining. Book a suite with a fully-stocked kitchen to maximize your dollar. High-speed Internet is available in rooms and the lobby has a complimentary iMac station as well as Wi-Fi. Two pets up to 40 pounds each are welcome.
Highlights
- Complimentary in-room high-speed Internet and daily newspaper
- Two pets up to 40 pounds each per room welcome
- Free iMac station with Wi-Fi in the lobby
Location
Aqua Waikiki Pearl offers a refreshing break from the revelry of Kalakaua Avenue. The hotel is situated in central-Waikiki on a quiet side street less than two blocks from the beach, shopping, dining and nightlife. The International Market Place souvenir bazaar is around the corner from the hotel.
Rooms
A petite midrise hotel, Waikiki Pearl offers 135 fully-renovated, smartly-tailored island-décor rooms to match almost any budget. Standard rooms start at 195 square feet and superior rooms jump to 451 square feet, accommodating up to four people. All accommodations have private balcony, except for standard rooms. One-, two- and three-bedroom suites feature full kitchens that include dishes and utensils.
Dining
Hang out at Legends sports bar in the hotel lobby with satellite TVs. Grab coffee and a croissant at Starbucks, adjacent to the hotel. Chili's is within a block, and countless other small and large eateries are within a 4-block radius.
Attractions
- International Market Place (.1 mi/.2 km)
- Waikiki Beach (.2 mi/.4 km)
- Royal Hawaiian Center (.3 mi/.4 km)
- Waikiki Beach Walk (.4 mi/.6 km)
- U.S. Army Museum (.6 mi/.9 km)
- Honolulu Zoo (.6 mi/.9 km)
- Waikiki Aquarium (1 mi/1.6 km)
- Hawaii Convention Center (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
- Ala Moana Center (1.5 mi/2.4 km)
Aqua Waikiki Pearl Rooms
- 2 Bedroom Suite Full Kitchen
- BRAND NEW Completely renovated interior with color palettes of amber and green create a charming, casual and fresh feel. Expansive suite has 2 bedrooms with spacious full kitchen and separate living area . Suite offers 2 Queen beds and 1 Queen sofa bed as well as a Large balcony . Complimentary daily local newspaper, in-room safe and air-conditioning. 986 sq. feet.
- Standard Queen & Double
- BRAND NEW Completely renovated interior with color palettes of amber and green, create a charming, casual and fresh feel. Room offers 1 Queen and 1 Double bed , mini fridge, and microwave. Complimentary daily local newspaper, in-room safe and air conditioning. 271 sq. feet
- Standard King
- BRAND NEW Completely renovated guestroom interior with color palettes of amber and green create a charming, casual and fresh feel. Room offers 1 King bed, mini fridge, microwave and coffeemaker. Complimentary daily local newspaper, in-room safe and air conditioning. 271 sq. feet.
- City View Queen & Double with Lanai
- BRAND NEW Completely renovated guestroom interior with color palettes of amber and green create a charming, casual and fresh feel. Room offers 1 Queen and 1 Double bed, a large balcony, mini fridge, microwave and coffeemaker. Complimentary daily local newspaper, in-room safe and air conditioning. 451 sq. feet
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Honolulu-Oahu, Waikiki, HI
- Nearby airports
- HNL - Honolulu International
- Area description
- Across the street from International Marketplace with great dining options and shopping bargains. 2 blocks from the beach.
Amenities
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevators
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Wireless Internet
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- 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.
Guest Reviews (126)
Ratings and reviews for Aqua Waikiki Pearl
- All travelers (126) 3.4 / 5
- Business (7) 3.3 / 5
- Couples (48) 3.3 / 5
- Families (29) 3.3 / 5
- Friends (14) 3.5 / 5
- Singles (20) 3.5 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3.8
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Stern
good location
Very friendly staff at any time of my stay. Special score for Harry and Melba ( Roomcervice)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
ABC Store in Waikiki around every corner great. Selling everything and good readymade food to take out including very good coffee.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Happy Aqua Waikiki Pearl
GREAT staff and location!!
We stayed for 5 days and were treated VERY well! They truly care about their guests. First night was a little noisy, but they moved us to a much quieter room facing the parking lot. While this says the first room was noisy, the main point is how well they treated us - they took the time immediately to find us a better room! We also had various other questions (tours, bus stops & times, wake up calls, airplane boarding passes, etc.) and always got the same immediate care. We travel quite a lot and I rarely find this excellent quality of service. Thank you to all the staff for helping to make our holiday really great!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Hanauma Bay buses run very few times during the day as they want to limit the number of people going there. However, there are people with shuttles who know this and drive by the various bus stops picking up passengers for Hanauma Bay. We paid $6 per person from the middle of Waikiki on Kuhio (the bus is $2.50/person). Use common sense when accepting a ride, but don't be shy. These shuttles travel quicker than the bus and you don't have to wait an hour for the next bus.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Brad from UF
Decent hotel
I stayed here with a fellow grad student during a conference. It was a decent hotel, with a couple issues. Firstly, we were given a suite because they had overbooked, which is great, because then we had a kitchen, but it seemed like the suite had just as much furniture as the regular rooms, just spread out. Not a big issue, just a bit weird. Secondly, there seemed to be a roach problem, since I saw one or two on multiple occasions. I told the front desk at checkout and they said they were take care of it. A special thanks to Dexter at the front desk though, he was really cool and did his best to help me in my search for a Ukulele. I would recommend this hotel if you're looking for a cheap-ish place to stay and you don't mind having a simple room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
If you want to try authentic Japanese food, go to "Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin ". I went there with my group of friends, one of which is from Japan, and he said this place is the real deal. All of us loved it and its a decent price for what you get. A good lunch option would be "Sam's Kitchen", which is a lot closer and if you're looking for drinks, "The Shack" has $2 drafts Thursday nights. "Blue Water Shrimp and Fish Market" is also a winner if you want some local food while perusing the international marketplace.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Broski87
Not that good
the parking lot was so small and they charge 20 dollars a night to park there based off of first come first serve. The overflow parking lot is a couple miles away forcing you to hike back to the hotel. The room had no blanket on the bed and the ac didnt blow cold air.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
R E W
Good Hotel, staff was friendly
Was a good hotel for the price. Close to most shopping and dining as well as beach.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Parking in Hawaii is outrageously expensive and hard to find.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Keturah
Basic hotel room in a good location at a good price
I found that this hotel was perfect for my needs. I travelled to Hawaii alone, so I was just looking for a decent hotel room close to shopping and the beach. It was about a block from the international market, two blocks from amazing shopping, close to bars, surrounded by restaurants, walking distance from the beach. It was resonably priced, clean, and the staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The most surprising part (which I haven't seen listed anywhere else) is that the hotel will hold your bags if checkout is much earlier than your flight is scheduled to leave. I would also assume that they could hold your bags if you arrive too early for check in. Check out was 6 hours before I had to be at the airport - I was able to check my bag with them and really enjoy my last day in Waikiki. There aren't really any amenities(pool, gym, etc), but there is free internet (wired), a lanudry room, and vending and ice machines. No amenities didn't bother me because I didn't come to Hawaii to work out or swim in a pool. I came to relax and swim at the beach.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
sling4ever
Good stay to end the Hawaii Experience
The hotel was very close to shopping and a 5 minute walk to Waikiki Beach. The room itself was spacious and the staff was accommodating to my requests. A great way to end my Hawaii vacation.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
sunny varma
good
you have to pay $20 to park your car. rest..it was okay..
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
ppo ppo
Great value, convenient location
Friendly staff, secured hotel, walking distance to almost anything in Waikiki.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
Take the time to stroll down and among the smaller shops, you never know what you might find.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Avoid
Avoid if Possible
Location: Parking for hotel leaves a lot to be desired; less than 12 spots and a few meters on the street. Dive bar downstairs brings in questionable patrons Room: AC unit in room was loud Room had hair on bedding and in bathroom TV was tiny and remote did not work Bath towels were not in room. It took 2 calls and an hour and a half for towels to arrive. Was told that towels needed to washed. No extras? Front desk was friendly, but it appears they are in a tough position working on this property. Would not recommend and would not stay at again!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 1
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
DK Steakhouse (1/2 mile) offered a great wine selection and the food was outstanding
