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The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort

5.0 of 5
2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
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The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort
Ranked #11 of 84 hotels in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 891 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Mai Tai bar(38)
  • Waikiki beach(34)
  • Very nice(26)
  • Diamond head(24)
  • Banana bread(23)
  • Tower rooms(20)
  • Ocean views(15)
  • Pink palace(15)
  • Sheraton next door(14)
  • Moana Surfrider(13)
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Alameda
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We checked out of the Halekulani after one night and checked into the Royal Hawaiian. The staff are very gracious and helpful. The grounds are old and very Hawaiian and very lovely. This is really the only hotel on Waikiki that retains the flavor of old Waikiki from the 50's and 60's, the magical years. Although breakfast was excellent the... More

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Dallas, Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

My Boyfriend and I visited the Royal Hawaiian last summer, and it was AMAZING. We stayed our entire 8 days at the RH. Upon arriving we were leid and given glasses of their delicious hibiscus tea while we waited to check in. Our room was an ocean view room in the historic tower. The rooms are huge, loved it. I... More

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Philadelphia, PA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We stayed at the Royal Hawaiian from 5/9 to 5/16/12 for our 35th anniversary. It was fabulous. The hotel is a perfect size for 55+ people, not too much useless walking. Everything was a short distance. We upgraded to a ocean front with balcony room, it was worth every penny. From our check in with Rory to our last day... More

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Vancouver, Canada
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

My boyfriend and I just came back from Honolulu. This is our second trip there. We spent a week at The Royal Hawaiian and we loved every second of it. Right from arrival onto check out. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was big and spacious. I do have to agree the bathroom was small but it... More

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The Royal Hawaiian, Sales/On-line Marketing Coordinator at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Aloha and mahalo for sharing such lovely words about your week with us. We are delighted that you loved every second and found our staff to be so very friendly and helpful, our guestrooms so spacious and comfortable, and our housekeeping and turn-down service so fantastic. We are so happy to hear much you liked relaxing in our timeless rocking... More

Wellington, New Zealand
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
2
people found this review helpful

We stayed here recently for a week with a package deal (flights, etc). The property is beautiful. We arrived late at late and received a lovely welcome. When we got to our room we were concerned about the connecting door because we could hear the people next door. We were moved without any fuss or problems. The room was lovely... More

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The Royal Hawaiian, Sales/On-line Marketing Coordinator at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, responded to this review
22 May 2012

Aloha and thank you for sharing that our resort is so beautiful, that our arrival experience is so welcoming and that our beachfront location is so perfect. We are so pleased to hear that we were able to accommodate you in a guestroom that you found to be lovely and spacious, and we thank you for your kind mention of... More

Chicago, Illinois
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW
3
people found this review helpful

We spent one night of our 9 day vacation to Hawaii at the Royal Hawaiian. We stay in Waikiki one night each time we are in Oahu. The service from the time you step out of your car, to check-in, to everyone you encounter is exceptional. The property is absolutely lovely and set-back from the rest of Waikiki. Stay in... More

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The Royal Hawaiian, Sales/On-line Marketing Coordinator at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, responded to this review
22 May 2012

Mahalo nui loa Judy3720 for your wonderful words about your recent stay with us at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. We couldn't be happier to hear that you found our service level to be exceptional throughout your time with us and that you so enjoy our historic guestrooms, special amenities and beautiful settings. We also appreciate your feedback... More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Absolutely stunning hotel in beautiful surroundings. Staff could not have been any more helpful. Food excellent and rooms spotless. Anyone wanting a holiday of a lifetime could not go wrong with this hotel and location. More

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The Royal Hawaiian, Sales/On-line Marketing Coordinator at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Thank you so much. We sincerely appreciate your wonderful words about our resort and are so pleased that you found our staff to be so helpful, our dining to be excellent, our guestrooms to be so clean, and our location so perfect. Mahalo nui loa for sharing that we offer a vacation of a lifetime - you made our day!... More

Boston
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
6
people found this review helpful

I loved my stay at the Royal Hawaiian! Yes, I expected more amenities for the price as others have written, but the good far out-weighed the minor annoyances. Especially since most of the other hotels in the area follow suit. I stayed 5 nights here, 1 night at the Moana Surfrider and 6 nights in Maui at the Hyatt. I... More

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The Royal Hawaiian, Sales/On-line Marketing Coordinator at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, responded to this review
11 May 2012

That is fantastic to hear - thank you so much for your lovely feedback - we are simply delighted that your time with us was so enjoyable and we greatly appreciate your kind words about our excellent staff. We have passed along your special note to the beach team as well - they are thrilled - mahalo for providing us... More

Sydney, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

What a beautiful pink palace! Such a memorable experience. Like so many other reviewers, this is something truely magnificent in a sea of average buildings all with the sameness. It is worth requesting a room in the high rise tower floors above 6. The ocean front rooms have the most wonderful views and they are newer and spacious. The Mai... More

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The Royal Hawaiian, Sales/On-line Marketing Coordinator at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, responded to this review
9 May 2012

Thank you so much for sharing such lovely feedback; we couldn't be happier to hear that you had such an enjoyable time at our Pink Palace. We love your description of our unique architecture and are so pleased that you found our ocean view guestrooms to be updated and spacious with stunning views. Mahalo also for joining us at both... More

Hong Kong, China
Top Contributor
50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The pink palace, the original site of the Hawaiian palace, located next to the Royal Hawaiin Shopping Center. The building is so unique that it is easily recognised on Waikiki. I was greeted at the front door with a lei and was impressed. The hotel lobby is classy and with a good taste. When I went up to the room,... More

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The Royal Hawaiian, Sales/On-line Marketing Coordinator at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Aloha and thank you for sharing such kind words and excellent feedback about your recent stay with us. We are so pleased that you were impressed by our lei arrival, found our resort to be classy, our bedding comfortable, and the view from the Royal Beach Tower so fantastic. Mahalo also for sharing that our luau - Aha 'Aina -... More

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Address: 2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
Price range (per night):* RM1,332 - 1,969

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