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Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

3 stars
2040 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.4
out of 5
275 reviews
10 days staying at hotel

We realized how poor mattress we have which weren't the best and for toilet too low for me need a... See full review

  • Joyce traveler
  • Feb 17, 2013
Great location & great staff!

The staffing at the hotel was very pleasant and efficient. We loved the location. The rooms were... See full review

  • Keonie1
  • Feb 13, 2013
With 301 rooms, most of them equipped with full kitchens, the Ambassador Hotel lets you explore Hawaii on your terms - and on your budget. We offer a variety of rooms ranging from affordable studios to high-end penthouse suites. You can enjoy the best of Hawaii at a price that's just right for you. We know that once you arrive at our hotel, you'll soon discover that we truly are the ambassadors of aloha. A short walk from Waikiki Beach and minutes from shopping and downtown Honolulu. Rates quoted based on single r double occupanicies. Guest named on reservation must present a valid matching ID and credit card at check in. Guests under 21 years of age, must be accompanied by a paying adult in the same room.

Government issued photo I.D. and credit card deposit required upon check-in for incidental charges. Deposit $100.00 Pre-pay Credit Cards are not accepted All special request are subject to availability upon check-in. Parking Fee - $20.00 per night. Limited self-parking available,on a first come,first serve basis.

Ambassador Hotel Waikiki Rooms

Standard Room
Affordable studios with tastefully designed interiors provide ample space and privacy. Newly remodeled, these contemporary suites are an incredible value, allowing you to stick to your budget without scrimping on comfort.

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Elevators
Activities
Outdoor pool
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking

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Hotel Map

21.2841 -157.8314
Area served
Waikiki and the greater Honolulu area.
Nearby airports
Honolulu International Airport-HNL
Area description
Located at the corner of Kuhio and Kalakaua Avenue. We are the enterance into Waikiki.

Nearby points of interest

  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 0.1 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 0.2 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 0.3 mi
  • International Market Place: 0.5 mi
  • Damien Museum: 0.9 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 1.1 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 1.2 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 1.4 mi
  • Kapiolani Park: 1.5 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 1.8 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 1.9 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 2.2 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 2.2 mi
  • Kamehameha Statue: 2.4 mi
  • Iolani Palace: 2.4 mi
  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 0.1 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 0.2 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 0.3 mi
  • International Market Place: 0.5 mi
  • Damien Museum: 0.9 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 1.1 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 1.2 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 1.4 mi
  • Kapiolani Park: 1.5 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 1.8 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 1.9 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 2.2 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 2.2 mi
  • Kamehameha Statue: 2.4 mi
  • Iolani Palace: 2.4 mi
  • Washington Place: 2.4 mi
  • Irvin Park: 2.7 mi
  • Star Of Honolulu: 2.7 mi
  • Aloha Tower Cruise Ship Terminal: 2.7 mi
  • Aloha Tower: 2.7 mi
  • Honolulu Botanical Gardens: 2.7 mi
  • Hawaii Maritime Center: 3 mi
  • Shangri La Islamic Art Museum: 3 mi
  • Mauna Ala: 3 mi
  • Honolulu Chinatown: 3.1 mi
  • Queen Emma Summer Palace: 3.6 mi
  • Pali Lookout: 3.6 mi
  • Waialae Country Club: 3.9 mi
  • Bishop Museum: 4.2 mi
  • Koolau Golf Club: 6.7 mi
  • Hanauma Bay: 8.8 mi
  • USS Arizona Memorial: 8.9 mi
  • USS Bowfin Submarine Museum: 9.1 mi
  • Koko Head Park: 9.1 mi
  • Bellows Beach: 9.4 mi
  • USS Missouri: 9.5 mi
  • Koko Crater Botanical Gardens: 9.7 mi
  • Pacific Aviation Museum: 9.9 mi
  • Halona Blow Hole: 10 mi
  • Pearl Harbor: 10.1 mi
  • Sandy Beach: 10.2 mi
  • Kailua Beach: 10.3 mi
  • Byodo In Temple: 10.4 mi
  • Valley of the Temples: 10.4 mi
  • Wawamalu Beach: 10.5 mi

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
none

Dining

Aqua Cafe
Only minutes away from Ambassador hotel, Aqua Cafe has won numerous awards for all of its "Loco Moco" dishes. A warm and inviting atmosphere coupled with excellent local cuisine make Aqua Cafe a must visit
Top of Waikiki
Only minutes away from Ambassador hotel, the Top of Waikiki is Hawaii's only revolving restaurant. Enjoy fabulous sunset views and exquisite Pacific-fusion cuisine as you dine 21 floors above world-famous Waikiki Beach.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by CheapTickets

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Guest Reviews (275)

Ratings and reviews for Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Overall score

3.4 / 5
275 out of 275
Amenities:
3.2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.5
Location:
4
Value:
4

80% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Pofolk
PA
Mar 13, 2012

My experience in Oahu

The front desk staff were very friendly, the location is very close to all the shopping and restaurants. The price is reasonable as well!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

International market and mall are very close by

Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

3
WAtontadon4sho
Seattle, WA, USA
Mar 7, 2012

It is what it is...

To be honest, the room we had reminded me of how I lived when I resided in Honolulu, Hawaii. It felt old and a little dilapidated, but I was used to it. For others, it may not fair as well. The staff was very nice. It was easy to engage in conversation with the people at the front desk. They're personable. We were lucky to be on the 2nd floor where the laundromat and service staff were at. All-in-all, our stay was good. If money is tight while you're in the islands, give Ambassador a "holla!"

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

4
Ryoung
Vancouver, B.C.
Mar 4, 2012

Ambassador Hotel is good value

The location may be a bit away from the crowd, but we find it quite good in fact. The room is clean and adequately equipped. Internet is free but is lined. It won't accept more than one computer at a time even when we converted it to wireless. Good value and we definitely recommend it.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Long walk from hotel

The Ala Moana Shopping Mall is one of the best shopping mall we've been to, Hawaii or anywhere else.

Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

3
Hawaii lovers
Penticton
Mar 1, 2012

Good value

We had excelent service. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room could have a outdoor table and chairs on deck.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

City bus is a great way to get arround and see things

Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

3
Nori or
Honolulu, HI, USA
Feb 29, 2012

Family reunion

The second floor is really loud at 5am each day so we had great difficulty sleeping. There is also no wifi. The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. The hotel just needs to be updated with soundproof terrace doors and free wifi.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

4
onnow
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Feb 21, 2012

Good for the price

Pro: * Low price * Clean room Con: * Internet connection very unstable

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

4
Pandasarah
Toronto
Feb 18, 2012

Good Place to Stay

Good price hotel in Wikiki. The room has kichen. Plates, bowls, frying pans, and pots are available in the kichen.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

4
rich7
Seattle
Feb 17, 2012

Great value

The Ambassador is an older hotel that is well maintained/updated., is close to downtown Honolulu and on a bus line. .We have travelled to Hawai'i several times over the past decade, and always been satisfied with our accommodations there.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

4
John Ed
Nashville, Tennessee
Feb 17, 2012

Good, but noisy.

The staff were friendly and competent. The guests are mostly Japanese, who evidently don't drink much coffee. So, there is no coffee maker in the rooms. But, they will bring you one if you request. Beds were good; shower only, but good water pressure. Good Business Center. --- My biggest complaint with this hotel is the noise that the heavy room doors make when they close. The door "brakes" are evidently not set correctly --- so you hear the loud slamming of doors 24 hours a day.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Buy a 7-day Trolley Pass and go everywhere in Waikiki.

Review of Ambassador Hotel Waikiki

Reviewer score

4
Happy guy
Foster City, CA, USA
Feb 16, 2012

Good deal at great price!

I chose this hotel because of the high rating and because of the low price. The staff was friendly. The room was nice. I felt very comfortable in the hotel. The only thing that was disappointing was that there were no cups in the room, and I had to request it.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
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