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Aqua Waikiki Wave: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
2299 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815 (Formerly Aqua Coral Reef (~2006/9/30))
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Aqua Waikiki Wave
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Sydney, Australia
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great location and staff”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 7, 2012

This was my second stay at the Wave. Last time was 4 years ago. Decided to re-book based on my last experience but we weren't there on a Friday or Saturday night last time. We were on the 7th floor along side the parking garage. The noise was unbearable! You could hear word for word conversations from the street at 4am. The other nights were fine. The location is great. Close to the bus, the beach , shopping and restaurants. The staff is super helpful. One of the front desk members even loaned us his ipod charger as we forgot our adapter.

We reported that one of the bed lamps didn't work but it was never fixed. The bath ran continuously the whole time. You just couldn't turn it off! We kept the door closed so it didn't bother us too much. What a waste of water!

The free wi-fi doesn't work too well. Kept dropping out and couldn't make a voice skype call.

When I booked 4 months ago I noticed the reviews about the lifts being replaced. I figured it would be complete by the time we got here. But no.... What a nightmare. We were allowed to use the staff lift but it has a seperate set of buttons. So everybody requested both lifts and got into the first to arrive. But the other lift would then go to the requested floor anyway. So don't be in a hurry!

I would still consider staying at the hotel again. The beds are comfortable and the rooms spacious.It's a great location and the staff are wonderful. I'd think about which nights to stay, NOT Friday or Saturday.

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Newcastle, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“can't wait to come back to hawaii!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 7, 2012

Was there late 2011 with friend after long flight from Australia was great to come to such a friendly laid back and inviting accommodation.Brilliant friendly staff and room was immaculate!Aloha from Newcastle Australia!

  • Stayed January 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Brisbane, Australia
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 7, 2012

I stayed at Aqua Waikiki Wave for 7 nights, Nov 27 to Dec 04. It is very central to everything including the International Marketplace and many good restaurants. My room was on the 12th floor and at the back of the hotel so didn't experience any noise at all.
The price was very reasonable also.
Staff were always friendly and accommodating.
The only negative is the lifts were very slow but are in the process of being modernised.
Thank you Aqua Wave for making my stay so enjoyable and will stay again if I return to Honolulu.

Room Tip: Rooms on higher floors at the back has minimal noise
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“staff very friendly & efficient”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 7, 2012

Made us feel very welcome and comfortable during our 5 night stay.
A bit noisy only because of the prime central location.Young man who greeted us daily at the front door is worth more money.
Great value.

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Vancouver, BC
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“You can't escape the noise in Waikiki...we LOVE the WAVE!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 6, 2012

People who post that it is noisy are not realizing that it is the same everywhere in Waikiki....stay a little higher and the noise is NOT an issue. This is a wonderful hotel, geographically in the centre of Waikiki. The staff is AMAZING. We love everyone, Bell Captains, Front Desk, Housekeeping. Too many to name, they should all be listed but I don't want to leave anyone out. Te rooms are large and the beds are sooooo comfortable. We wouldn't stay anywhere else in Waikiki.....the staff at the Wave are our Waikiki Ohana!! We miss you all!! See you in less than 10 months...xoxo

Room Tip: Stay on a higher floor on the Dukes Lane side and the International Market end.....
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Aqua Waikiki Wave Honolulu
Aqua Waikiki Wave Hotel
Aqua Waikiki Wave Hawaii/Honolulu
Address: 2299 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815 (Formerly Aqua Coral Reef (~2006/9/30))
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Region: United States > Hawaii > Oahu > Honolulu
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#19 Business Hotels in Honolulu
#20 Family Hotels in Honolulu
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Aqua Waikiki Wave is a contemporary boutique hotel featuring spacious rooms with a hip decor located 1 block to the beach and next to the International Marketplace in the heart of Waikiki. This hotel offers the following FREE amenities: WiFi Internet access in-room & throughout hotel, local & toll-free calls, AquaBLISS pillow top beds, refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker and safe. Additional amenities include a business center, activities desk, retail shops, convenience store and two restaurants. ... more   less 
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