Regular Oahu visitor
This hotel was clean and decently priced thru Groupon
Nice views from Deluxe category of rooms.
Although I did read negative comments on the breakfast which was included in my stay
It was perfectly fine. Who can complain having eggs and fresh pineapple everyday?
However, lobby furniture definitely needs to be upgraded. Looked like cheap Ikea furniture!
Also shower heads need to be upgraded.
My overall experience was pleasurable!
and i would return granted the "price was right"

Most of the reviews are correct in their descriptions: the hotel is very old and the rooms show it. We were in a 15th-floor room, which had the new blue bed linens vs. the old orange ones. Two double beds. I don't know if the room itself had been upgraded. The bathroom definitely hadn't been. It's still from the '70s. The mirror had peeled on the edges and there was rust in the tub. However, the room was clean. No bugs like other people said they had. Also, our beds were very comfortable. Yes, the air conditioner is old, but our very nice condo in Maui was the same.

Is there a lot of street noise? Of course. You're in the heart of Waikiki on a main street - no place will be quiet around here. If you're a light sleeper, bring ear plugs. The lanai (patio) is concrete and nothing special. Do not pick this hotel if you like to just sit on your lanai in the sun. Go to Maui for that.

The breakfast is simple: scrambled eggs (over cooked), bacon (very tasty), pineapple (fresh), pancakes (rubbery), toast, milk, juice, three cereals, potatoes, rice, and miso soup.

We used a Groupon, which gave us a substantial room discount (about $130/night instead of $200+) and included free wi-fi (normally there's a fee) and free breakfast (normally $10). As we just needed a clean and comfortable place to stay within walking distance of the shops and Waikiki Beach, this place did the trick. We weren't willing to pay $200+/night for other places.

If you need a modern-looking room, don't stay here. If you need a quiet room, don't stay in this area. If you can get a deal and just need a comfortable place to sleep in the heart of it all, this place will do.

Book the deluxe rooms!! They are worth it. I don't think that you can get such a stunning view for a reasonable price anywhere in Hawaii! Location is great for shopping and night life. The staff are very accommodation and friendly! A special thanks to the front desk staff and to the Uhanekai at reservations for being able to accommodate such a short notice reservation, and for being so helpful and friendly during my stay!
Mahalo!

I also used the Groupon deal and was a little disappointed. It's the age of the hotel more than anything else. You feel like you walk into a hotel from the 70s where not a lot was updated. The carpet was very worn, the bathroom looked like a dorm bathroom, and all the furniture was very dated and clearly painted over and the seats dining area were torn in some spots. That being said, the hotel staff is very friendly, especially the breakfast crew. Breakfast itself is ok. Every day you have rice, miso soup, and eggs. Then every other day it switches between sausage and pancakes or bacon and french toast. Breakfast was included in the Groupon deal so that was a big plus. The location is very loud but pretty upscale. Gucci, Cartier, and Coach are literally next to the hotel. For military folks, the hotel is only separated from the Hale Koa only by a small park. The beach is an easy 5 minute walk away.