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Hawaiian Monarch

2 stars
444 Niu Street, Honolulu, HI 96815
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.8
out of 5
108 reviews
Good night away for a couple

I needed a relatively cheap hotel for a night away with my girlfriend and this hotel was exactly... See full review

  • Riley W
  • Aug 1, 2012
hawaii vacation

the staff were nice and helpfull. The location were good, you could walk to the beach and the... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • May 17, 2011
Mid-priced hotel with grand views of Waikiki

The Hawaiian Monarch is a towering landmark at the west end of Waikiki. The hotel is under new management and has been recently renovated. The Hawaii Convention Center, Hawaii's largest shopping mall and Waikiki's best shopping and dining are steps from the hotel. One of the area's widest sand beaches can be found several blocks away. The hotel's location along the Ala Wai Canal provides ample opportunity to meet residents on a morning walk. Guests can also enjoy lounging at the hotel's outdoor pool.

Highlights
  • Cream Pot serves Waikiki's best breakfast
  • High-floor rooms offer grand Waikiki and Ala Wai Canal views
  • Rent a motorcycle, scooter or mini-coupe onsite
Location

The hotel is ideally located in Waikiki near wide sand beaches and fine dining. Find many local eateries at McCully Shopping Center, the Hawaii Convention Center and Ala Moana Center, Hawaii's largest shopping mall. The hotel is situated along the Ala Wai Canal, used by resident joggers and canoe paddlers.

Rooms

Rooms feature soft, island-style décor. Higher rooms offer unobstructed views of the city, canal, mountain or ocean. All rooms feature air conditioning, cable TV, mini refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer and in-room safe (fees apply).

Dining

The Hawaiian Monarch Hotel lobby is home to Waikiki's favorite breakfast and brunch spot. The Cream Pot has a French country cottage atmosphere with selections like Belgian waffles with Maui strawberries and savory maple bacon. Nearby, Honolulu's upscale Thai favorite Keo's, is a great choice for dinner.


Attractions
  • U.S. Army Museum
  • Waikiki Beach
  • Waikiki Beach Walk
  • Royal Hawaiian Center
  • Hawaii Convention Center
  • Ala Moana Center
  • Honolulu Zoo
  • Waikiki Aquarium

Hawaiian Monarch Rooms

Standard Double Bed
One Queen or One Double Bed, views vary from city,mountain to ocean view.All rooms have a T.V, mini refrigerator, coffee/tea maker and air conditioning. 100% non smoking hotel.
Standard Double-Double
Two Double size beds,City or Mountain View. All rooms have a T.V, mini refrigerator, coffee/tea maker and air conditioning.100% non smoking hotel.
Standard Queen
One Queen size bed, City or Mountain view. All rooms have a T.V, mini refrigerator, coffee/tea maker and air conditioning.100% non smoking hotel.
Ocean View Single
One Queen or One Double size ed, Ocean View. All rooms have a T.V, mini refrigerator, coffee/tea maker and air conditioning.100% non smoking hotel.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
General
Concierge
Activities
Pool
Dining
Restaurant
Internet
Wireless internet

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Hotel Map

21.2873 -157.8324
Area served
Honolulu-Oahu, Waikiki, HI
Nearby airports
HNL - Honolulu International Airport - 8 miles
Area description
Located in the heart of Waikiki between Kalakaua Avenue and Ala Wai Boulevard; 15 minute walk to the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center.

Nearby points of interest

  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 0.1 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 0.2 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 0.5 mi
  • International Market Place: 0.7 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 1 mi
  • Damien Museum: 1.1 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 1.4 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 1.5 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 1.6 mi
  • Kapiolani Park: 1.7 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 2 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 2.1 mi
  • Washington Place: 2.2 mi
  • Kamehameha Statue: 2.2 mi
  • Waikiki Baptist Church: 0.1 mi
  • Ala Wai Park: 0.2 mi
  • Fort Derussy Beach: 0.5 mi
  • International Market Place: 0.7 mi
  • Ala Moana Beach: 1 mi
  • Damien Museum: 1.1 mi
  • Honolulu Zoo: 1.4 mi
  • Honolulu Academy of Arts: 1.5 mi
  • Waikiki Shell: 1.6 mi
  • Kapiolani Park: 1.7 mi
  • The Contemporary Museum: 1.7 mi
  • Kawaiahao Church: 2 mi
  • Kakaako Waterfront Park: 2.1 mi
  • Washington Place: 2.2 mi
  • Kamehameha Statue: 2.2 mi
  • Iolani Palace: 2.2 mi
  • Irvin Park: 2.5 mi
  • Star Of Honolulu: 2.5 mi
  • Honolulu Botanical Gardens: 2.5 mi
  • Aloha Tower Cruise Ship Terminal: 2.5 mi
  • Aloha Tower: 2.5 mi
  • Mauna Ala: 2.8 mi
  • Hawaii Maritime Center: 2.8 mi
  • Honolulu Chinatown: 2.9 mi
  • Shangri La Islamic Art Museum: 3.2 mi
  • Queen Emma Summer Palace: 3.4 mi
  • Pali Lookout: 3.4 mi
  • Waialae Country Club: 4 mi
  • Bishop Museum: 4 mi
  • Koolau Golf Club: 6.6 mi
  • USS Arizona Memorial: 8.7 mi
  • Hanauma Bay: 8.8 mi
  • USS Bowfin Submarine Museum: 8.9 mi
  • Koko Head Park: 9.2 mi
  • Bellows Beach: 9.3 mi
  • USS Missouri: 9.4 mi
  • Koko Crater Botanical Gardens: 9.7 mi
  • Pacific Aviation Museum: 9.7 mi
  • Pearl Harbor: 9.9 mi
  • Halona Blow Hole: 10 mi
  • Byodo In Temple: 10.2 mi
  • Valley of the Temples: 10.2 mi
  • Kailua Beach: 10.2 mi
  • Sandy Beach: 10.2 mi
  • Lanikai Beach: 10.5 mi

Dining

Choco House Restaurant
ON SITE, Japanese cuisine featuring sushi and noodle dishes.
Cream Pot Breakfast & Brunch
ON SITE, Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant. Open daily from 6:30am-2:30pm
Keo's Thai Cuisine
5 minute walk from hotel.
Cheeseburger in Paradise Waikiki
Across the street from hotel.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

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 (108)

Ratings and reviews for Hawaiian Monarch

Overall score

2.8 / 5
108 out of 108
Amenities:
2.7
Room cleanliness:
3.1
Hotel staff:
3.8
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3.5
Value:
3.2

58% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

2
balot
culver city, ca
Oct 10, 2009

vacation getaway

We went to Waikiki Beach, Dole plantation and around the island. We went to Germaine's Luau. The show and food was great! We did have a good time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
2
Shopping tip: Long walk from hotel

International market place is a about 30 minutes walk away from the Hawaiian Monarch Hotel.

Review of Hawaiian Monarch

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
San Jose, CA
Sep 28, 2009

"Really good for price"

I was there on business trip.

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

Business

Review of Hawaiian Monarch

Reviewer score

1
VDexter
San Francisco, CA
Sep 24, 2009

Robbed by the hotel

I registered the wrong date via cheaptickets.com. I tried to call and fix it with cheaptickets.com and they said, "They refuse to re-imburse because the check in date is the same day that I booked." After extensive explanation to both parties it was a website/computer error, I was still not granted my refund OR any adjustments. I WAS ROBBED, THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE ONE CAN GET! Especially during these hard economic times - THANKS!

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

Reviewer score

5
hellopanda
Atlanta, GA
Sep 22, 2009

Great value!

We knew that we would be traveling around the island and that the only time in our room would be to sleep. Hawaiian Monarch truly is a great value...short walking distance to everything in Waikiki including the beach and nightlife. And, easy access to the highway to get to everything else! All of the staff was very friendly and the Cream Pot restaurant in the hotel was a huge surprise with superior food and service...honestly, it was a real treat. I would recommend this hotel to travelers who plan to explore the island and who are in need of a simple, clean place to sleep!

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

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Business
Pasadena, CA
Sep 10, 2009

Good Location - Acceptable Accommodation

Easy to find and convenient location. Friendly folks at the desk. If you are out-and-about most of the time (as I was) and your use of the hotel is limited (as mine was)the accommodations are adequate.

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

Business

Review of Hawaiian Monarch

Reviewer score

5
Colin
Not Provided
Sep 6, 2009

Pos: Pleasant, helpful staff,

Pos: Pleasant, helpful staff, clean room, good location. Neg: Lack of power-points, internet cost extra.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Hawaiian Monarch

Reviewer score

4
Happy Lisa :)
Business
Wailuku, HI
Jun 29, 2009

Awesome! :)

My friend and I booked a room at the Hawaiian Monarch last month for business, and really liked staying at this hotel. It was nice, clean, the staff was friendly, and it was close to where we needed to be. It's not a new hotel,and it can be kind of small if you have a large family (just book an ajoining room)but it was a nice place to go to sleep after studying all day. My friend and I have been travelling once a month for the past year now, and have had to find places to stay whenever we come over to Oahu for business. We've stayed in a lot of hotels over the months, and was very happy to have stumbled upon the Hawaiian Monarch Hotel on Orbitz. The price was absolutely fantastic! We were so happy with Hawaiian Monarch, that we decided to book a room for this month. We were pleasantly surprised to find that we had a room reserved for us with a little kitchenette. We didn't expect it! We are very pleased with the Hawaiian Monarch Hotel, and will come back again.

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

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Close by to a lot of eateries. Our number one restaurant that's either a walking or driving distance is Wailana Coffee House, off of Ala Moana Blvd.

Review of Hawaiian Monarch

Reviewer score

3
break from the kids couple
Kaneohe Hawaii
Jun 28, 2009

what we were looking for

the quiet relaxation we were looking for!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Cheeseburger in Paradise was yummy and close! The silly touristy resturant we were looking to go to and affordable!

Review of Hawaiian Monarch

Reviewer score

4
Chief Astronaut
Lexington, SC
Jun 7, 2009

Beauty and the Beast

We were very happy with the hotel except it is getting old and could stand some upgrades especially in the air conditioning unit. The ropom was too full. One king or queen size bed would be better for us. But all in all we were happy.

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 beaches, Hilton, wakaikai and a great shopping center are all very close.

Review of Hawaiian Monarch

Reviewer score

3
SPONG
CLEARWATER FL.
Apr 22, 2009

AFORDABLE, GOOD LOCATION ,SUPER STAFF

MY STAY AT THE HAWAIIAN MONARCH WAS A ENJOYABLE ONE.

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