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Value, style and location near Waikiki Beach The Aqua Palms Waikiki, a boutique property with contemporary style, is another winner in the Aqua hotel family. The hotel is located a block from Waikiki Beach and only a 10-minute stroll to Hawaii's largest shopping mall. Free in-room Internet, plentiful views and plush amenities make it a good choice for couples and families. Business travelers appreciate an on-site business center and close proximity to the Hawaii Convention Center. HighlightsAccess to the renovated, kid-friendly Duke Kahanamoku LagoonComplimentary in-room Internet, daily newspaper, local calls and weekly reception LocationThe hotel's location is perfect for travelers looking for more than the Waikiki experience. Guests can walk to Waikiki's best shopping and dining, plus Waikiki Beach. A 10- to 15-minute walk takes you to Hawaii's largest shopping mall, Ala Moana Center, Ala Moana Beach Park and the Hawaii Convention Center. Aqua Palms Waikiki RoomsEach cheery room has been renovated and features free Internet and local calls. Rooms with balconies offer views of the city, park, mountains or ocean. All rooms feature 42-inch LCD TV, signature Aqua Hotels & Resorts bath amenities, AquaBLISS pillowtop beds, mini fridge, air conditioning, microwave, in-room safe and Kona coffee. Dining Downstairs, the popular IHOP serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Wailana Coffee House, a modest diner located next door, is a local favorite open 24 hours. A block away, Todai offers a grand buffet and Singha Thai Cuisine features Thai dancers and exotic flavors. Cross the street to find 20 big and small eateries, including Benihana and Lappert's Ice Cream. Recreation Pool with sundeck Attractions Waikiki Beach Ala Moana Beach Park Ala Moana Center U.S. Army Museum Hawaii Convention Center Royal Hawaiian Center Honolulu Zoo Waikiki Aquarium    

A trendy Waikiki hotel the family will love Courtyard by Marriott Waikiki Beach is trendy yet perfect for the family. Guest rooms to the lobby, everything at Courtyard by Marriott has been recently redesigned and refurbished. Unwind in a massage chair in the lobby Chill Room, outfitted with a 65-inch flat-screen TV. Mod, eye-candy furniture fills the hotel's main areas and two sparkling outdoor pools, plus a spacious fitness center give the hotel a fresh feel without sacrificing tailored respectability. HighlightsHeated saltwater pool and freshwater garden pool and Jacuzzi  Spa Pure offers massage, facials and body wraps Chill Room in the lobby outfitted with massage chairs and a 65-inch flat-screen TV Location Courtyard by Marriott is located two blocks from Waikiki Beach and the main shopping and dining district on Kalakaua Avenue. Superior shopping at Royal Hawaiian Center can be found nearby or take a stroll along the new Waikiki Beach Walk. The Hawaii Convention Center is within walking distance. RoomsNearly 401 cozy, island-chic guest rooms feature lofty dreamer bed with pillowtop mattress, flat-screen HDTV, free high-speed Internet access, air-conditioning, refrigerator and in-room safe. Most rooms have a wet bar, microwave and private balcony. DiningSpada Bar & Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner, with sophisticated Italian dishes in a relaxed island setting. Walk a few blocks from the hotel to discover Waikiki's most popular dining, including Roy's Waikiki, Cheesecake Factory and Hula Grill. RecreationFreshwater swimming pool with waterfall and JacuzziHeated saltwater swimming poolChill Room, with massage chairs and an oversized TVSpacious fitness center Attractions Royal Hawaiian Center (.2 mi/.3 km)Waikiki Beach (.4 mi/.6 km)U.S. Army Museum (.4 mi/.7 km)Honolulu Zoo (.8 mi/1.3 km)Hawaii Convention Center (.9 mi/1.4 km)Waikiki Aquarium (1.2 mi/1.9 km)Ala Moana Center (1.3 mi/2 km)Diamond Head Crater (2.1 mi/3.3 km) Policies and fees Starting January 1, 2012, parking fee will increase to $29/day per vehicle, valet only.

Million-dollar views for middle-class budgetsBordered by the Honolulu Zoo, the beachfront and the district's most coveted shopping and dining strip, the Park Shore enjoys one of the most exciting locations in Waikiki. The hotel is decorated in contemporary Island style with clean, bright and unfussy rooms, offering affordability without sacrificing comfort. Book a high south- or east-facing room for views that fulfill your Hawaii fantasy. No wonder it's a secret favorite of visitors and locals both. Highlights Relax on your private balcony for spectacular views of Diamond Head and the ocean from south and east rooms Settle in with a 42-inch flat-screen TV, available in every oceanfront roomReach a diversity of Waikiki destinations easily from the hotel's convenient location Location The best of Honolulu's most exciting district crossroads at the Park Shore Waikiki. The hotel is framed on three sides by wide-open beachfront, the Honolulu Zoo and Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu's premier shopping and dining strip. Just beyond the zoo is the 200-acre Kapiolani Park,  which overflows with weekend festivals, art shows, concerts and sporting events. At the east end of the park, the landmark Diamond Head frames the edge of Waikiki. Rooms Cozy, simple and bright, each room features a private lanai or ornamental balcony and tasteful Island décor. Some rooms have been recently refreshed. Choose a high floor facing south or east for spectacular views. Wi-Fi is available in-room (fees apply). Dining Visit the onsite Lulu's Waikiki for live entertainment, onscreen sports coverage and ocean views, plus food and beverage service from morning until well past midnight. Starbucks is on the lower level below it. Just next door, Teddy's Bigger Burgers offers made-to-order burgers and original counter fare such as a pineapple milkshake. Recreation Onsite Hans Hedemann Surf School offers surf lessons and bicycle rentals Freshwater splash pool with a deck view of the ocean Nearby beach vendors offer water sports lessons, rentals and outrigger canoe rides Kapiolani Park, perfect for walking, jogging and birding (.1 miles) Diamond Head Crater Trail (1.5 miles)Fees may apply. Transportation Honolulu International Airport (10.6 mi/17.1 km) Attractions Honolulu Zoo (across the street)Waikiki Beach (across the street)Kapiolani Park (0.2 mi/0.3 km)Waikiki Aquarium (0.4 mi/0.6 km)Diamond Head Crater (2.4 mi/3.8 km)Ala Moana Center (2.4 mi/3.8 km)

Festive hotel captures spirit of Waikiki across from the beach No need to compromise, the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel combines upscale style and amenities, festive island atmosphere, plenty of family fun and a virtual beachfront setting. The tone is vibrant, friendly and delivers fresh surprises to match the mood. Aston Waikiki sits on the preferred end of Waikiki Beach and offers ocean vistas, making it the perfect setting for a tropical celebration. Highlights Complimentary Breakfast-on-the-Beach, a pack-and-go breakfast for sand-side diningTiki's Grill & Bar serves island dishes, popular with visitors and localsEnjoy panoramic ocean vistas and Waikiki Beach's best stretch of sand and swimming Location Across the street from the best stretch of sand and swimming on Waikiki Beach, the hotel sits on Honolulu's most happening shopping and dining strip. The Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium and 200-acre Kapiolani Park are about a 10- to 15-minute walk from the hotel. Rooms Lively Hawaiiana décor throughout the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel creates a beach-extension atmosphere with peppy neon surfboards, tiki torches, bamboo and tapa prints. The hotel's 644 rooms find a perfect balance of upscale and island-style festive. Find dark Indonesian teak furniture, eye-popping bedding, bamboo-bead closet curtain, plus flat-screen TV and high-speed Internet (fees apply). Some rooms can be connected and most have partial or full views of Waikiki Beach with a private balcony. Dining Tiki's Grill & Bar, one of Honolulu's most-loved eateries, sits on the hotel property. This hip hangout is filled with Pacific Island tiki bar treasures, boasts an open-air view of Waikiki Beach and attracts visitors and locals of all ages. Enjoy live entertainment and a menu that elevates the island dining experience while keeping the tab mid-priced. For fresh daily eats in the hotel, visit Wolfgang Puck Express, founded by "chef to the stars" Wolfgang Puck. Attractions Honolulu Zoo (.25 mi/ .4 km)Waikiki Beach (.5 mi/.5 km)Waikiki Aquarium (.5 mi/ .7 km) Royal Hawaiian Center (.6 mi/1 km)U.S. Army Museum (.9 mi/ 1.4 km)Diamond Head Crater  (1.3 mi/ 2 km)Hawaii Convention Center (1.6 mi/ 2.5 km)Ala Moana Center (1.9 mi/ 3.1 km) Policies and feesAmenity fee of $18 (plus tax) will be charged for all new bookings for arriving from January 3, 2013. The fee allows guests to enjoy the following resort amenities: Featuring the Playstation 3/DVD movies and Playstation gamesUnlimited access to DVD movies and Playstation gamesBreakfast on the BeachIn-room high-speed Internet accessWi-Fi accessIn-room safe usageDaily newspaperLocal and toll free calls

Travelers have long flocked to the Hawaiian Islands in search of paradise. At the center of it all, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort set on Oahu's Waikk Beach is the favored destination for those drawn by the sun, beaches, and the enduring spirit of Aloha. Opening her doors in 1927 and sporting magnificent Spanish-Moorish architecture with an exterior of brilliant coral pink, The Royal Hawaiian, launched a new standard of vacationing in paradise. Today, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki continues to redefine authentic Hawaiian luxury experiences and captures the imaginations of a new generation of pleasure seekers.