The hotel building was very nice overall. The interior was very well thought of and gave an overall relaxing beach vibe! The staff were incredibly friendly somewhat Inexperienced but did their absolute best to give us the best possible stay. The views were absolutely INCREDIBLE from the views of the rooms at the front of the hotel. The beach was so clean and tidy and very beautiful! Also empty as there was a monk seal giving birth which actually made it quite pleasant that there were no people on it. - you can still access the beach literally 30 seconds away! The hotel also provided a complimentary lei making class which was an extra added bonus because it was a beautiful experience and to learn a bit about the Hawaiin culture. To finalise the location was superb and at the quieter end of Waikiki meaning you didn’t experience over crowded beaches and spots.

The hotel building can be very deceiving when you book online. Let me explain … so my wife and i booked here for our honeymoon and I upgraded to a room which looked on the pictures to have a beach view overlooking Kiamana beach park. However when we arrived quite late at night, we realised that the hotel room we had upgraded to was intact in the park wing literally in the car park!! And nothing like the picture on the website. (I think that picture was the other side of the park wing, so be mindful) just because it cost more it actually didn’t work out to be at all a better view. Restaurant is pricey and waiters are a little average. However the food is spectacular hats off to the chef! <3 U!!!!

A hidden gem in Waikiki – I didn’t want to leave I honestly loved everything about Kaimana Beach Hotel. Even though it’s a known name in Waikiki, it still feels like one of those places you want to keep to yourself because it’s just that good. Mornings here are something else – I’d step out onto the balcony, take in the view, and feel like I was right in the middle of the ocean. Then it was straight down for a swim in the most beautiful, calm water you can imagine. The sunsets? Absolutely unforgettable. And the location is spot on – peaceful and away from the noise, but close enough to walk into Waikiki whenever you want. The ocean breeze keeps everything fresh, so no sticky heat and no mosquitoes – just comfort. The staff are genuinely kind and clearly take pride in what they do. And having Hau Tree right inside the hotel is such a treat – it’s one of Waikiki’s coolest spots, and you can just wander down for a drink or dinner without leaving “home.” Evenings had this lovely buzz – the lobby would fill with people, music and laughter drifting in, and it felt like you were part of something special. On a couple of mornings, a Hawaiian monk seal swam by, totally at ease, and everyone watched quietly – it felt like such a privilege. And right behind the hotel is Kapiʻolani Regional Park, perfect for a morning walk. The fact that the resort fee includes yoga classes was the cherry on top for me.

Like everywhere else in Waikiki, the combination of resort fee and valet parking tops $100 a night. It feels like all the hotels got together on this one – a bit of a “bitter sweet” aloha. But honestly, the charm of Kaimana almost makes you forget it. Almost.

From the moment we checked in, to the hospitality of those at the restaurant, to the cleaning service, the staff was amazing! The room was clean, and the view of the city and mountains was absolutely beautiful! Reading a book out on the balcony early morning and later after a day at the beach was so relaxing and just beautiful! The beach at the property was amazing and we loved seeing the visiting Hawaiian Monk Seals! Loved that the hotel provided towels and chairs for the beach as well! The coffee shop was great, offering so many selections of coffee with delicious baked goods, and a little convenient store right out front was perfect!

I wish there was a separate light switch inside the bathroom with the shower and toilet. If you had to use the bathroom in the middle of the night, the only light would shine both inside with the shower and toilet as well as outside by the sink, lighting up the room as well.

Great location, really nice staff, good swimming beach. Out of the noise of Waikiki. Room was a little dated but perfectly fine. Worth it to be in the location. Good amenities and restaurant. Nice to walk through the park toward town. It was so much more relaxing than being in the center of Waikiki. We only stayed one night after arriving on a long haul flight and still felt it was worth it to land on the beach with such convenience and swim even before check in time.

Rooms are a little dated but just fine. If you want to dine on the lower patio at beach level make a reservation ahead, although the upper level is perfectly nice.

The room with corner view of the ocean and mountain, the activities were fun and enjoyable. Food was great at the Hau Tree. Housekeeping services were excellent, very responsive and prompt. Room and bathroom are always clean, the shower with the hand-held is best.

Slightly far from the major shopping/eateries of Waikiki, the bus is not as frequent as other locations like Waikiki. Hotel does not offer free parking, valet parking is $40 per day, that makes the car rental "double" expensive. Uber/Lyft service is good and reliable most of the time, but not as convenient as having your own transportation, one can only walk so far in a day, that's the only drawback. The Hotel should let their customers know that public parking or off street or other parking options available.

AMAZING location- away from the bustle of the main Waikiki strip, sweet beach, mix of locals and tourists. Snorkeling when conditions are good. Really enjoyed the free amenities that came with our stay: lei making, star gazing, yoga, and paddle boarding. Sad that they cancelled the ukelele class. Staff was consistently friendly. A/C was good. Nicely appointed lobby w free sunscreen.

The room was a bit tatty- the carpet could use replacing. The kitchenette could have used a lot more plates, bowls, serving bowls, etc. to be useful. Housekeeping was fine but a bit inconsistent. The loaner bikes we were told would be available were all out of commission, which was too bad. Also the hotel doesn't have enough beach chairs for all the guests so they run out early.

We stayed in the old building, it was excellent, clean, room very quiet and well appointed. Breakfast was good, only meal we ate in the hotel. Great location, close to Waikiki, but quiet, good swimming. Lobby and restaurant very inviting and relaxing. We walked the 2.3 mile down the promenade to Waikiki and also ubered to where we needed to go. There is a bus that stops out front that will take you to many places but it only runs every hour. Nice park across the street as well. Diamond Head trail is very close by - we took a short uber ride. Arden restaurant next door for dinner excellent; a few good restaurants within walking distance. great location for sunsets too. Convenience store at front of property well provisioned. Will definitely return.

One suggestion - a foot shower at the beach access door would keep sand out of the main building. Public shower 30 steps away across sand and dirt. Need More bicycles and for tall people.

Very well run, smaller hotel on the quiet end of Waikiki beach. The staff was exceptional.

The bar was extremely overpriced.

The hotel is located directly on a beach in a quieter part of Waikiki. The staff is super helpful with plenty of Aloha spirit. There are 4 bicycles to rent so you need to come early. If you decide to buy breakfast, you can go to the restaurant and order one entrée and one non-alcoholic drink; that's definitely a good choice. The restaurant is quite popular due to a stunning view of the ocean but a little bit pricey. Hotel provides you with beach towels/chairs and sunscreen.

The classic suite is quite dated.

The bay and beach are really good and the view from our 8th floor room was great.

The mattress was way too soft and hurt our backs and pointed it out to management but no solution was offered. The balcony only had one chair which they corrected. The balcony could use cleaning.