The Equus

Property class: 3.5

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A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by stone walls and potted plants.
Creator video - submitted by PĆ¢mela Noschang
A four-poster bed with a floral bedspread, bedside lamps, and a small table with a phone and a vase.
A bar area with wooden furniture, a counter with various bottles, and a colorful mural on the wall.
A bar area with wicker furniture, a counter with a coffee machine, and a colorful exterior wall.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is $178
$150 nightly
$178 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Place, Ala Moana Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Hawaiian Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikiki Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • City view
  • 383 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • City view
  • 326 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • City view
  • 395 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Honolulu

With a stay at The Equus, you'll be centrally located in Honolulu, a short 6-minute walk from Ala Moana Center and 11 minutes by foot from Fort DeRussy Beach Park. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Hawaii Convention Center and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Ala Moana Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • Ala Moana Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort DeRussy Beach Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hawaii Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Waikiki Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tropics Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪GOOFY Cafe & Dine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Study - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Equus

The Equus offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered weekly and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 68 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Satisfy your appetite at The Paniolo Bar & Cafe, a coffee shop which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and noon.
The Paniolo Bar & Cafe - Overlooking the pool, this coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35.61 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 2 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Paniolo Bar & Cafe

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 5.24 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 32.05 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35.61 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20 per day (656 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 260110200000

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Paniolo Equus Hotel Honolulu

Paniolo Equus Hotel

Paniolo Equus Honolulu

Paniolo Equus

The Equus Hotel

The Equus Honolulu

Paniolo at The Equus

The Equus Hotel Honolulu

The Equus Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last family owned hotel in the area and it shows. Family friendly, great staff, has a bar that the locals come to drink at.... I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff all very helpful and friendly. Great location close to mall, food and transport. Nice lobby bar and welcome drink.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! RenƩe was awesome! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a great value. Location excellent, close to the cruise terminal and the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and very friendly. Felt like we were staying at home. They made us feel very welcomed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CARINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only spend one night but room was clean, A/C working and staff super friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and staff very friendly. We traveled with elderly parents and staff helped with luggage up the steps. Didn't use the amenities. Can hear the street traffic. Close to McDonald's and Red Lodster. 2 mile walk to cruise port.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Haixia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good šŸ‘
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and attentive customer service from all staff will be returning thank you šŸ™
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cinthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super welcoming and fun! I appreciate the staff making sure our towels got switched out and our room was made up(: they offer a welcome drink which I think is super sweet! Overall it was in the perfect location to navigate the island on our vacation !
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! Nice room, good location, and attentive staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely boutique hotel. Staff extremely kind and helpful. Anytime I’m in Honolulu I’ll stay there. Really enjoyed the complementary beeršŸ˜Ž
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean. Pool was nice. Little sitting cabana area was nice. Loved the art work and atmosphere. Staff were so friendly. Daily room cleans. I’d stay here again in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Best staff you can ask for goes over and above
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are super friendly and always willing to help when needed. Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rejo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff! Very helpful! Parking is limited, but the staff was very helpful in getting one or recommending alternatives
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay it was close to everything and the staff was nice no complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pese

Liked: Staff & service
Staff courteous, room was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ac keep the room cool enough. Just vacuuming and wipping the drawers would have been nice. Other then that a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
People were nice, Lincoln gave us some great food recs! Prompt service when our ac went out
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This quaint hotel is well managed and it’s a great value considering other more ā€œluxurious hotelsā€ offer some better accommodations but for a ton more money. Staff was excellent and helpful with locating tourist spots nearby. Easy walk to one of the largest malls with never ending stores and places to eat. Easy to get to cruise port and on a Main Street which has a lot of options for getting around via local transit. It’s old but the charm is unique. I would stay there if the opportunity arises.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026