Queen Kapiolani Hotel, Honolulu

Queen Kapiolani Hotel - A Diamond Head-view hotel with retro-chic design, beachside dining, and direct access to Kapiolani Park

Located at the quiet end of Waikiki across from the 300-acre Kapiolani Park, this 4-star Honolulu hotel combines retro-chic aesthetics with modern amenities. The indoor/outdoor property spans a full city block, featuring unobstructed Diamond Head views from its third-floor DECK restaurant and open-air pool terrace. Guest rooms offer private balconies with views of either Diamond Head or Waikiki Beach, while suites include kitchenettes with microwaves. The property houses Knots Coffee Roasters café in the lobby, a 24-hour fitness center, and the Hans Hedemann Surf Shop. Queen Kapiolani hosts daily fitness programming including yoga classes and running clubs. The hotel sits one block from Waikiki Beach and directly across from the Honolulu Zoo, with Queen Kapiolani Park providing immediate access to walking trails and outdoor activities.

Pros

Direct access to 300-acre Kapiolani Park with walking and biking trails

On-site surf shop offering lessons from professional instructors

Contemporary art gallery featuring local Hawaiian and international artists

Royal Club Lounge with 24-hour business center and communal workstations

Cons

Located at the quieter end of Waikiki, requiring walks to main shopping areas

Maximum occupancy of two pets per room with combined weight limit of 100 lbs