We stayed in this hotel for 2 weeks over Nov-Dec 2012. The location for us whilst not on the beach was excellent. It was a block from the beach and the access to the shopping and restaurants was just a step away. The staff at the hotel were extremely helpfull and the standard of the suites and amenities was very good. The complimentary breakfast each day was surprisingly good for an American hotel with a selection of cereals and fruit, eggs cooked which ever way you wanted, as well as bakery items and other hot choices. The hotel provided a business centre and internet which again formed part of the package. Parking is always an issue in Waikiki and the hotel rate for guests was $30 for 24 hours. I would highly recommend this hotel and would have no reservations in using it again.

The service and stay was very good, given the reputation of the Embassy Suites line. The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was good, with omelettes cooked with guest-selected ingredients. The stay was comfortable.

We were close to the elevator on a lower floor, but the noise was negligible. We wished we would be been on the higher floor, of course.

One problem had to do with the breakfast area. There are a lot of pigeons preying on uneaten breakfast, which becomes unsightly on the weekdays when they are fighting for the morsels. We tend to sit further away from others so this feeding frenzy doesn't affect us while eating.

Overall, the stay was excellent. It is close to the Waikiki beach walk, which is safe for tourist and convenient for relaxing on the beach as well as tourist shopping. Location was excellent, even though it was a block in from the beach.

Very good hotel, larger rooms than most in the area and the inclusive (free) breakfast is a huge plus. The breakfast is wonderful, full hot meal with made to order omelets. Very friendly and helpful staff. Right in the middle of the city so lower rooms hear a lot of traffic noise. Try and stay on the higher floors if you want more quiet. Like all of the hotels in Waikiki, they charge way too much for parking and it is valet only. Some hotels give you a less expensive option by allowing yout to park yourself. There might also be less expensive alternatives some where else, like a parking garage. I did not have time to look into other option.

It is a little tired and the decor is dated. But it actually looks better in person than the promotional shots online. The suites are a good size. The beds were SO comfortable. The buffet breakfast had a variety of options.The hotel is certainly good value for money. The postiton is great. Everything is within easy walking access. But beware of the taxes, ours weren't included and there were 2 added at check out which were unexpected and increased the daily rate considerably.