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Aqua Waikiki Wave

3 stars
2299 Kuhio Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
318 reviews
very good location & big size room, beds

aqua waikiki wave hotel has very good location & big size room, beds. See full review

  • brett sk
  • Jan 27, 2013
Enjoyed our stay

This was my second visit. Wonderful staff, very friendly and helpful Love the central location See full review

  • varnadoarellano
  • Apr 5, 2013
Hip escape in the center of Waikiki

The peaceful Aqua Waikiki Wave is a surprising find tucked into the middle of Waikiki. A non-family-style boutique hotel that is somehow still perfect for the family offers trendy room décor, unpretentious serenity and affordability. Step outdoors and find endless opportunity for exploration and fun, including International Market Place, Royal Hawaiian Center and Waikiki Beach, just a block away. The Wave is also one of Honolulu's few dog-friendly hotels, welcoming two critters up to 40 pounds each (fees apply).

Highlights
  • Peaceful location in the middle of Waikiki
  • Free Wi-Fi, daily paper, fitness center, business center and pool


Location

Aqua Wave Waikiki sits in a nook along one of Waikiki's main streets next to the International Market Place and a block from Waikiki Beach. Enjoy walking access to the entire area before retreating to the peaceful atmosphere at Aqua Wave.

Rooms

The hotel's 247 renovated rooms are comfortably sized and feature Asian-inspired and artistically vogue decor. Balconies offer modest city views, wide or peek-a-boo ocean views. All rooms have LCD TV and DVD player, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, Aqua BLISS bed, signature Aqua bath amenities, refrigerator and microwave.


Dining

Being in the heart of Waikiki has its advantages. Find restaurants and cafes in every direction. On the property, choose from The Big Kahuna, a tropical-themed sports and entertainment eatery, or China Garden Restaurant, serving Cantonese cuisine.


Recreation
  • Fitness center
  • Swimming pool
  • Special access to AquaSPA, located at sister properties
Attractions
  • International Market Place (.1 mi/.1 km)
  • Waikiki Beach (.2 mi/.3 km)
  • Royal Hawaiian Center (.2 mi/.3 km)
  • U.S. Army Museum (.5 mi/.8 km)
  • Honolulu Zoo (.6 mi/1 km)
  • Waikiki Aquarium (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Hawaii Convention Center (1 mi/1.7 km)
  • Ala Moana Center (1.4 mi/2.3 km)
  • Diamond Head Crater (1.9 mi/3.1 km)

Aqua Waikiki Wave Rooms

Deluxe
Ample room located on the upper floors of the hotel with 2 Queen beds. Enjoy a private lanai with lovely views of Waikiki and surrounding neighborhoods. Room is equipped with mini-fridge, microwave, coffeemaker and LCD screen TV. 3 guests maximum (328 sq. ft.)
Junior Suite Superior
Spacious rooms located on the lower floors with 2 Queen beds, or 1 King and 1 Queen. Enjoy a private lanai with lovely city views, desk, sitting area, vanity mirror and LCD screen TV. 4 guests maximum (479 sq. ft.)
Junior Suite Deluxe
Greater space on the upper floors with 2 Queen beds, or 1 King and 1 Queen. Features private lanai with partial city views, desk, sitting area, vanity mirror, and LCD screen TV. 4 guests maximum. (479 sq. ft.)
Partial Ocean View
Generously sized room located on upper floors with 2 Queen beds offering partial ocean view. Room is equipped with mini-fridge, microwave, coffeemaker and LCD screen TV. 4 guests maximum (328 Square Feet)
King
Generously sized room offers 1 King bed. Enjoy a private lanai with lovely views of Waikiki and surrounding neighborhoods. Room is equipped with mini-fridge, microwave, coffeemaker and LCD screen TV. 2 guests maximum (328 Square Feet)
Superior
Generously sized room located on lower floors offers 2 Queen beds and partial views of Waikiki and surrounding neighborhoods. Room is equipped with mini-fridge; microwave, coffeemaker and LCD screen TV. 3 guests maximum (328 sq. ft.)
1 Bedroom Suite Superior
A refreshingly spacious suite boasting partial city views, offers 3 Queen, or 1 King bed and 1 Queen sized sleeper-sofa. Suite features private lanai, desk, sitting area, vanity mirror, and flat-screen television. 4 guests maximum. (511 sq. ft.)
Junior Partial Ocean View
Spacious room located on upper floors offering partial ocean view. Choose between 2 Queens or 1 King and 1 Queen. Room is equipped with mini-fridge; microwave, coffeemaker and LCD screen TV. (479 Square Feet)

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
Activities
Fitness center or spa
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Tour desk
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

21.2794 -157.8262
Area served
Honolulu
Nearby airports
Honolulu International Airport (HNL) (9 miles from airport)
Area description
With just a few steps to the center of Waikiki Beach, at the world famous Royal Hawaiian Hotel, the Aqua Waikiki Wave is perfectly located. New rainbow shower trees line the Kuhio Avenue entrance, and the hotel is surrounded by the Waikiki International Marketplace, with towering banyan trees. Fun, chic shopping is extensive, from Waikiki tourist meccas to palatial international boutiques. Golf, tennis, surfing, canoeing and hiking are nearby.

Nearby points of interest

  • International Market Place: 0.1 mi
  • Damien Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 0.5 mi
  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 0.5 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 0.6 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 0.8 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 0.9 mi
  • Kapiolani Park: 1 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 1.6 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 2.2 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 2.3 mi
  • Shangri La Islamic Art Museum: 2.5 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 2.7 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 2.7 mi
  • Kamehameha Statue: 2.8 mi
  • International Market Place: 0.1 mi
  • Damien Museum: 0.4 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 0.5 mi
  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 0.5 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 0.6 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 0.8 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 0.9 mi
  • Kapiolani Park: 1 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 1.6 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 2.2 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 2.3 mi
  • Shangri La Islamic Art Museum: 2.5 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 2.7 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 2.7 mi
  • Kamehameha Statue: 2.8 mi
  • Iolani Palace: 2.8 mi
  • Washington Place: 2.8 mi
  • Irvin Park: 3.1 mi
  • Star Of Honolulu: 3.1 mi
  • Aloha Tower Cruise Ship Terminal: 3.2 mi
  • Aloha Tower: 3.2 mi
  • Honolulu Botanical Gardens: 3.2 mi
  • Mauna Ala: 3.4 mi
  • Hawaii Maritime Center: 3.4 mi
  • Waialae Country Club: 3.5 mi
  • Honolulu Chinatown: 3.6 mi
  • Queen Emma Summer Palace: 4 mi
  • Pali Lookout: 4 mi
  • Bishop Museum: 4.7 mi
  • Koolau Golf Club: 6.9 mi
  • Hanauma Bay: 8.4 mi
  • Koko Head Park: 8.8 mi
  • Bellows Beach: 9.3 mi
  • Koko Crater Botanical Gardens: 9.3 mi
  • USS Arizona Memorial: 9.4 mi
  • USS Bowfin Submarine Museum: 9.6 mi
  • Halona Blow Hole: 9.6 mi
  • Sandy Beach: 9.9 mi
  • USS Missouri: 10 mi
  • Wawamalu Beach: 10.1 mi
  • Pacific Aviation Museum: 10.4 mi
  • Kailua Beach: 10.4 mi
  • Pearl Harbor: 10.5 mi
  • Lanikai Beach: 10.6 mi
  • Byodo In Temple: 10.7 mi

Dining

Da Big Kahuna
Offers lunch, appetizers, dinner, cocktails and nightly entertainment.
China Garden
Offers Chinese cuisine for lunch and dinner.

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.

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Guest Reviews (318)

Ratings and reviews for Aqua Waikiki Wave

Overall score

3.6 / 5
318 out of 318
Amenities:
3.4
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.9

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Las Vegas, NV
Jul 10, 2007

GREAT LOCATION/GOOD PROXIMITY

We travel a lot and it was our first time in Hawaii. I checked in w/ my wife and son and we are just so glad that we chose AQUA WAIKIKI WAVE. Everything was within walking distance which made things very convenient for us. The front desk was very accomodating and friendly. The filipino housekeeping & maintenance people made us very proud bec. they made sure our room is clean everyday. The tours & travel desk was also very accomodating and patient in taking care of our tour requirements. We loved the interiors of the room. And the fact that the hotel is newly renovated made our choice almost perfect, although we wished there is room service for travelers like us who doesn't want to dress up & go out of the room for breakfast before we start our day since tourists like us are always in a hurry to catch the group tour. But the Chinese restaurant at the lobby served good chinese food and it made our day perfect! We were also expecting a view of the bay since that's what we reserved. Our overall experience in the hotel is almost perfect thou and we will definitely always consider AQUA WAVE WAIKIKI again in our next trip to Honolulu.

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

The International flee market is just right beside the hotel.There's also a food court w/various food choices!Just behind the hotel is the street for branded shopping. The beach is just a block away! everything is within walking distance. Very convenient! Great location!

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Aug 24, 2008

Good Value

This was my first time at this hotel and I recommend it to anyone looking for a good value on their buck. The rooms were very comfortable and rooms were cleaned in a timely manner. Although this hotel does not offer free shuttle service to the most common tourist sites such as Diamond head and Pearl Harbor, the bus stop is only 1 or 2 blocks away. The staff at the front desk were very accommodating, always willing to help out and found that they were very knowledgeable. If they did not know something, they were very quick to find out the information. The hotel is right next to the international market place, so essentially at the heart of Waikiki. If your looking for an all inclusive 5 star resort with a lot of ammenities, then this may not be the place for you. However, there is so much to do in Waikiki, that it would be ashame to spend your entire time there in the hotel. However, for the location and price,its hard to beat.

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

The Big Kahuna right next door is very popular. Get DA Fish Bowl drink. Also nearby are other quick foods as wells in the international market place.

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
San Diego, CA
Sep 29, 2007

Jr. Suite

We were quite surprised to find that the room was a junior suite with a king-sized bed AND a queen in the same room...Small in room kitchen-ette. Nice HD TV..two balconies..the hotel isn't located in the greatest part of town, but it wasn't a major issue...Walking distance to some eateries...fairly close to Waikiki.

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

Honolulu has changed..major shopping available just a few blocks away.

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Moline, IL
May 16, 2007

Comfortable & Friendly...

The AQUA Waikiki Wave was very comfortable, the room seemed much larger than most with a sitting area with a table and two chairs. I liked the fact that there was a sink with a long counter in the bathroom and the closet had adequate space for hanging clothes and there was still enough room for two suitcase to fit comfortably. The location was very good, it was just across the street from the bus stop and just a few blocks away from the beach. There were restaurants and shops up and down the street. The hotel staff was friendly and courteous, overall, our stay was very pleasant.

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

1. The caf? next door has the good breakfast and at a good price. 2. The beach is very close and there are lots of shops and restaurants. 3. The hotel is close to several nightclubs and bars.

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
San Francisco, CA
Jul 6, 2007

Friendy Staff and Great ...

Friendy Staff and Great Location

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
New York, NY
Jun 22, 2007

Friendly and helpful

The AQUA Waikiki Wave turned into a great choice for us. The price was very good, the service friendly and very capable, the rooms and the public areas clean and very modern. The added plus for us was the fact that we were with-in walking distance of the Waikiki Beach, shopping and good restaurants, and public transit and trolley shuttles. This hotel is in the middle of all the action and a very busy area night and day so there can be noise at night if you have the balcony door open. As for our room we were on a high floor with both the ocean and mountains within view. The AQUA Waikiki Wave is good hotel choice and a geat value.

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

Ala Moana Park (across from the shopping center) for a jog or a great unobstructed view of Diamond Head and to watch the outriggers. Take time to climb up Diamond Head it is worth the view, take water and wear hiking or good comfortable walking shoes.

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
San Francisco, CA
Jun 18, 2007

A good place to stay at Waikiki

The room at the AQUA Waikiki Wave was very clean, comfortable, quiet, and welcoming. The front desk was friendly, helpful and cheerful. The parking at the hotel was convenient. The concierge found a good Luau and kayak rental for us. It is in a great location for shopping, dining and entertainment.

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

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Aug 20, 2007

Great hotel

The room was very comfortable and large. I really liked having a microwave, refridgerator and coffee maker. The safe in the room was also very easy to operate. We had a suite on an upper view with two lanais and partial views of the ocean and Diamond Head. The beach was a short walk away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel.

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

Germain's Bakery is next door and has delicious pastries. The hotel is also next to the International Marketplace. You can hear street noise even on the upper floors but the hotel provides you with complimentary ear plugs.

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Los Angeles, CA
Jul 2, 2007

Excellent place to stay

I have found that the Aqua Waikiki Wave is a wonderful place- it's located in the heart of Waikiki. It is surrounded by restaurants, boutiques, ABC stores and a few minutes away from the International Marketplace. It's a little noisy on the weekend mornings since the area has many bars and places to go dancing. I solved the parking problem- there is a elevated parking place you can park in the alley next to the hotel. In addition, you can park cheaply at the trade center which is next door. The rooms are very clean, and the staff helpful and courteous. The beach is only a few minutes away, and Duke's is across the street. If I were to visit Waikiki again, I would stay at the Aqua Waikiki Wave. It would be a great choice.

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

The area has everything!!!!!!!!

Review of Aqua Waikiki Wave

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
San Jose, CA
Jul 24, 2007

awesome

the AQUA WAVE WAIKIKI.....was excellent....traveled with twelve year old son and everytime we entered the hotel it was like coming home....very attentive staff ...housekeeping was excellent and the location was central to everything I plan on making this an annual trip.....I felt as though I made and informed decision and won the lottery......would highly recommend....

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

very short walk to beach, shops, zoo....easy freeway access...excellent centralized local....

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