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Royal Hawaiian

2259 Kalakaua Avenue Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
Property Type: Resort
  • Hotel featuring an assortment of amenities, sports facilities and leisure activities.
This hotel is scheduled to close on 1 Jun 08 for renovations and will not reopen until 1 Jan 09.
Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet No Free Parking Pets Not Allowed No Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
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TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars Based on 231 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 3.5 based on 141 reviews Rooms
    • 4 based on 141 reviews Service
    • 3.5 based on 138 reviews Value
    • 4 based on 142 reviews Cleanliness
    • 4 based on 39 reviews Pool

Reviews of Royal Hawaiian

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Aug 6, 2008
2/6 found this review helpful

We didnt know they had a new area and the old area and booked a room in the main old section of the hotel. The room was musty smelling, the air handler hardly took the moisture out of the air and it felt clamy inside the room. The bed was soft and the carpet seemed damp. For what we paid... more

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5 of 5 stars
Nassau, New York
May 29, 2008
2/3 found this review helpful

We just returned from a four night stay at the Royal Hawaiian and it was lovely. After reading some very negative reviews we were very apprenhensive about staying there however our fears were unfounded. From the moment we stepped into the hotel and saw the granduer of the lobby and the magnificience we were in awe. It was truly a... more

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4 of 5 stars
Santa Barbara, CA
May 12, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

I spent a week here recently, early May. I was traveling with my young two year old son. 1. We were upgraded to a huge suite. I love my Amex card! 2. It was so huge with two entries, I could not keep my two year old contained as they safety bars on the doors are mounted directly above the... more

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5 of 5 stars
Mendham Township, New Jersey
May 10, 2008

We just returned from the Royal Hawaiian and loved it. We stayed in a garden suite which was spacious and inviting and worth the extra $$ (especially with an infant who makes all sorts of noises while sleeping!). The staff (especially the cleaning crew) were outstanding and helpful. They were always looking for ways to help. They gave us a... more

May 7, 2008

Booked a stay here with Amex Fine Hotels and Resorts program. We were a little concerned after reading some of the reviews but the concerns were almost completely unfounded. This resort is tucked away from the madness of Waikiki but still in the middle of it all. The grounds and the hotel itself are beautiful. It seems like it would... more

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5 of 5 stars
Kirkland, Washington
Apr 24, 2008

After reading several rather "iffy" reviews but still wanting to stay once before The Pink Palace closes its doors to renovate, we booked. I must admit that I called the Starwood number and stated my concerns as I had read on Trip Advisor. He reassured me that it would be okay and would email the hotel with my concerns. So... more

Mar 30, 2008

The Royal Hawaiian (The pink hotel) is a classic hotel that has stood the test of time. Once visible from the street is now shrouded from the street by a shopping center and parking structure. The hotel is in the center of activity of Waikiki. The beach and surrounding area is always busy with tourist with plenty of shopping and... more

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1 of 5 stars
windsor,ontario
Mar 27, 2008
0/2 found this review helpful

booked this 4 star hptel on priceline and i got a gardenview room. after a long flight we checked in and when we opened the door the smell overtook us. The room seemed like it was barely used and smelled the must of your grandmothers 50 year old furniture. The mustiness was so bad my wife threw up after about... more

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5 of 5 stars
Elk Grove, California
Mar 26, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We used Hotwire (for the first time) to book 2 rooms and were surprised and excited that we were booked at the Royal Hawaiian. After reading some reviews from people booking online, using discount bookings like Hotwire, we were a little apprehensive about the service we would receive at the hotel. Before leaving for our trip, we inquired about a... more

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2 of 5 stars
San Francisco Bay Area
Mar 25, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

This used to be spectacular so I was shocked at how low it's dropped. I wanted to write everyone here to tell you because I was disappointed and I always rely on this site for good tips. First off, just understand there are no lanais! Second, the beach--half the chairs are "reserved" (through a very mysterious process that is not... more

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Address: 2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815