In Hawaiian, Oahu means “gathering place.” But you’ll find out it could also mean “something for everyone.” Foodies, discover hot new flavors in Kaimuki and Chinatown. Trend spotters, shop till you drop at our eclectic fashion boutiques. History buffs, tour the memorials at Pearl Harbor. Swimmers, surfers, snorkelers and SUP-ers, play in our warm waters.
And everyone, just relax. Head to the beach with a shave ice or acai bowl. Waikiki, Pipeline, and Lanikai are known for their postcard famous white sand beaches. Perfect for sinking your toes into and forgetting everyday worries.
"ESPACIO the Jewel of Waikiki" is truly located in the epicenter of Waikiki Beach. A singular memorable life event as you survey your Hawaiian surf kingdom with a birds eye view from the gorgeous rooftop infinity pool. The ESPACIO has only nine super suites each named after a jewel, with no other regular rooms. This exclusivity makes you feel like you are living in your own residence overlooking the beach of Waikiki. Of course what elevates the experience to 5 stars is the wonderfully engaged staff. Without the hustle and bustle of a big hotel, each and everyone takes their time to find out what will make your stay unique. My wife is a macadamia nut fan and the second morning the breakfast Chef surprised my wife with super yummy mac nut pancakes topped with a island flower lilikoi butter. Happy wife made a even happier husband!
We stayed in a 8th floor room that was set up with 3 bedrooms. The lanai balcony has a private jacuzzi that we sipped champagne and watched the evening sunset. All the beds are fluffy but with a firm mattress which we like. There is even a full length Tempur-Pedic body pillow which was cool to snuggle with. The in-suite dry sauna was a much appreciated amenity after a night of over indulgence. As we had three couple the full kitchen was the center of
New favorite hotel in Honolulu!
megandG2842GF
Having stayed in a Four Seasons property the night before I checked in to ESPACIO, my standards were high – and ESPACIO far surpassed them. From the moment I arrived to the time I departed, the entire staff provided a seamless experience that left me impressed over and over again. The hotel’s butler, Wesley, was more thoughtful than I could have imagined, arranging an incredible in-room breakfast that delivered on even the smallest of my preferences. Then there are the rooms – expansive suites that cover an entire floor complete with a roomy private balcony and outdoor Jacuzzi. I woke up to the most incredible view of Waikiki Beach. It’s amazing how you can feel so relaxed and at peace while situated in the middle an incredible, cosmopolitan city. Don’t miss the rooftop infinity pool (there is a spa on the same level) and onsite dining at Mugen – all very worthy of a visit. , I’ve never been to a hotel with more thoughtful, personalized service and amenities. Considering there are only 9 rooms, I feel very lucky to have secured a reservation and can’t wait to come back.
5 Diamond......
brent434
Service above and beyond for every guest. They really do care about every person, and their experience to be special and every detail cared for. We were able to enjoy the private luxury that every discerning traveler deserves.
Amazing location, Amazing property, Amazing service
Y1001OUgregc
Outstanding service - personalised and attentive without being intrusive.
Hugely spacious accommodation - complete relaxation in the heart of the buzz of Waikiki. Complete win, as I get to chill while my wife and kids get the action they're seeking.
Love this place - will absolutely be back!!
The best place to stay on oahu.
Derek D
(Lihue, Hawaii)
There is no place like the espacio. The rooms are amazing...from the ocean view to the detail of the pillows, everything is exquisite. The ohana at the espacio is above and beyond. We celebrated our birthday, and the staff took care of everything. We made a special request for afternoon tea and it was delightful. We are looking forward to our next stay!
We went as a graduation gift for my son. We stayed on the 19th floor in in an ocean front 2 bedroom suite. Words can not express how pleased we were. Our flight was cancelled so we had to readjust our dates and the staff helped do that with ease. Our checkin was very easy, they met us with cool towels to wipe down as they checked us in. Our car rental was not so generous and refused to keep our rental until the next day of our arrival so we didn't have a rental. That was not an issue, the staff arranged for shuttle when we decided to adventure out. I would request Rabbi Shuttle, this man was great. This is the cleanest place. The staff is constantly wiping things down, maintaing the garden area of the walk out to the beach. When we return to Hawaii this will be our first choice to book our reservation.
Fanrasric
fbuckhold3
(Saint Louis, Missouri)
This was a top notch stay. Rooms were excellent, staff was top notch, and service was always prompt and courteous. Excellent location as well. We got in super late due to a flight delay and the staff upgraded our room without hesitation after hearing our plight. If we return to Honolulu will stay again for certain!
Fantastic place to stay
calljamesa
The Aston Waikiki Beach Tower was everything we had hoped for and more. We got the upgraded ocean view room and it was totally worth it. What a view! The staff was always friendly and made us feel welcomed. The gift bag was a nice touch. Couldn’t beat the location being directly across the street from the beach. We were walking distance from shopping hotspots as well as the numerous restaurants. The valet team were all-stars too. When the grocery store didn’t have bags, one of the valet guys actually delivered our groceries up to our room since we couldn’t carry them in. Great team all around.
Family Waikiki
ChristopherD3217
We wanted 2 bedrooms and 2 baths for a family trip. It was so nice to have a full apartment with outstanding views. The suite was very nicely appointed with lots of extras. Price was high but you get what you pay for. I would do it again. Great trip.
Very first Hawaii trip
Kd47i8
(South Dakota)
This was our very first time vacationing in Hawaii and we stayed in a very nice 2 bedroom, 2 bath room. It was my husband, our two small children and myself. The room was perfect. The fridge was stocked with some Hawaiian juice for us and we were given sensitization bags along with a nice tote that had reusable water bottles and two squirt guns for our kids to use. Housekeeping was exceptional! I never let housekeeping clean my room when on vacation, but decided to relax and change my pace and they exceeded my exceptions! I would stay here again and again. Amazing Waikiki beach views. Everyone is super friendly and helpful. The only thing I wasn't fond of is the beds. It was super stiff and a slight slope at the hip area down. But this is just personal preference, I prefer a softer bed. 9/10 overall.
We booked a 1 bedroom Luxury Suite for our daughter and her family. We booked a 2 bedroom Luxury Suite for us and 3 others. The 2 bedroom was intended to be the hang out/gathering spot. What a great stay! We would stay there again in a minute. The views from the balconies were spectacular, the rooms were quiet, it was close to the beach as well as shopping. This was such a great hotel.
While I wish Hawaii would get rid of all of the Covid nonsense it wasn't so oppressive in the hotel and certainly not on our balconies where we spent a lot of time.
We looked right down into the Marina and saw Sea turtles in there almost every day. We also saw Spotted Eagle Ray's in there (3 at once). Snorkeling in the ocean was easy to get to and a blast (get swim shoes as the rocks can be sharp). This was an incredible experience and I highly recommend it.
Location & Paradise in Waikiki
TamaratheTraveler33
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
Paradise beautifully located in the beginning of Waikiki! We enjoyed our stay but with a few drawbacks: dirty/outdated carpet, the tv didn’t work, and no complimentary ice on any floor (like majority of hotels provide). The ice would have helped out a lot being that we went to the beach almost everyday and liked to have had a cold beverage to drink after swimming in the sun.
Beautiful hotel wonderful staff - Deborah Salinas
riahg24
(Tucson, Arizona)
Wonderful staff very friendly. Beautiful spacious rooms . Magnificent view.bell hop was so kind and helpful and very prompt. House keeping staff were amazing and very prompt with towels and what not. Absolutely love the rooms. Very spacious and beautiful.
Family Hawaii Trip
belaine12020
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
This trip was a delayed Birthday celebration for my son & husband due to the pandemic! First time we ALL traveled together on a family vacation! We had a wonderful time! The weather was perfect considering our over 100° weather in Las Vegas the whole time we were here in Waikiki! Thank you!
Holiday
Lee S
A good environment and room/suite configuration. The staff were helpful and friendly. A solid facility and it looks good. The bed mattress was not comfortable and the plumbing is showing its age. I would stay there again. There is room to upgrade and seek a higher level of comfort.
Our family really enjoyed our stay here for two days. The rooms are large and clean, comfortable beds, with good AC and nice balconies. Though not on the beach, the hotel is a very close walk to Waikiki.
We found the staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast wasn't anything special (bread, muffins, cereal, fruit, coffee, juice) but was filling and fun to eat out by the pool in the beautiful weather. The pool is small, but definitely nice for a cooling dip after walking around.
All in all I think this is a great stay and would recommend for anyone looking to find a more reasonable hotel in Honolulu.
Good price
oregonbeach
(Keizer, Oregon)
A quick, weeklong getaway, this budget friendly hotel served us well. We had 2 king rooms side by side, each with a/c, small balcony and large bathroom.
Coffee pot and fridge are in the room, and you can ask for a microwave.
The morning breakfast was usually 2 kinds of fruit and several pastries and cereal. Also a toaster for bread or bagels (Bring your own cream cheese) Coffee and several juices included.
The guys at the porter station were helpful, even calling alternate transportation sources, which were real businesses.
You are 1 block from the Hawaiian Rodeo Drive. Every upscale store you could think of in one direction. In the other, pharmacy, Burger King, local stores. And a block over in another direction you’ll find small local eateries, ihop, Ross Dress for Less and a dozen ABC stores. In fact, one of the largest is in the same street as the hotel, 2 blocks away.
Our favorite beach was down by the police station, a 10-15 walk. Other beaches were closer.
The place was clean and the beds were great.
Large rooms / Friendly helpful staff
ceepingitreal
(San Francisco, California)
We loved staying here so much that we came back again the next week. The room was spacious with a full kitchen. The staff were all so kind and went out of their way to help us. The location is walking distance from great restaurants and Waikiki beach. There is also a Biki station in front of the hotel. I highly recommend this place. The only issue was with the breakfast because of COVID limitations. They always had fresh fruit and toast and cereal though.
5 stars from the ortiz fam ⭐️
N934OOmarthao
We are a military family and stayed at this hotel for over a month ( military families would understand why ). The staff is so friendly . I love the housekeeping ladies the most . Anything we needed from them was just a phone call away . The beach is walking distance and so is lots of shops and restaurants . I highly recommend.
Hawaii May 2021
vivianbrav0
(San Diego, California)
The location of this hotel is amazing. It is a 10 minute walk from Waikiki Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Royal Hawaiian Center. Although it may not be the most luxurious place to stay, it was a very comfortable place to stay. The staff was great. Only thing that wasn't so great was the parking. They have a limited amount of spots but did offer parking at the garage across the street but that garage is just too small. Ended up scratching our rental from how tight the garage is, thankfully we did get insurance.
Even though the place was under Construction, Staff still made sure Hotel Guests were comfortable & had everything they needed.
There are 38 floors, a Mini mart.
And other amenities: Swimming pool, Tennis Courts, Grilling area.
Could’ve been better
wbwg11
Gym scheduling was limited and inconvenient.
The parking lot attendant for the adjacent parking structure was extremely rude. Overall experience was negative because of this attendant named Pua who was consistently rude and demanding parking tickets that I couldn’t provide because the machine was not working and taped over.
Aston Waikiki Sunset as Kama'aina
makakiani
Everything was excellent, ran into some issues with pool security, regardless stay was AMAZING. Front desk showed excellent customer service for my entire ohana and rooms were beyond our expectations!
They make you feel like OHAHA/FAMILY
dsalice2021
(San Diego, California)
This hotel was great! The staff was super friendly from the first time I called to the minute I checked out. They were very detailed about all the Covid restrictions but they made everything work. The pool is still open (with reservations), the elevators are able to occupy 4 people but there are 5 elevators so no need to ever wait for one....they give you plenty of towels and are always willing and able to give you new ones. Even though house keeping wasn't on a "normal" schedule they offered you whatever you needed in abundance, coffee, shampoo, soap...
The staff is EXTREMELY friendly. Anytime I asked them a question they took their time to answer me, as well as always asked me if I had any other question or needed directions. They were polite and spoke very clearly, which I appreciated.
The view from my room was amazing! Both sunrise and sunset were absolutely beautiful! The beach is literally ONE block away! I went swimming at the beach everyday, and swam in the pool 4 out of my 5 days there! The only reason I didn't swim was because I went to the other side of the island and swam at another beach!
Overall my stay was excellent! I appreciated the Hawaiian hospitality and the aloha spirit of the staff. Penny and Kim at the front desk are amazing and I appreciate the time they spent talking to me ;)
Mahalo for a great stay ...Alohaaaaaaa
Staycation away from home
Kingsleeboy
(Aiea)
As always, such welcoming staff members during our stay here. We are locals here on Oahu, but we like to take a getaway, staycation trip every now and then. With COVID still going on, the staff members do a great job and going that extra mile to make you feel safe during your stay.
Maria and her team where so great, people don't realize this is a condo hotel, and most of the properties have different owners, my first week i book tru expedia a studio, and i pay more fees, the place was good, but the second week i did the reservation tru the front desk and i got a better room and great view..
location is great, i love this area of Waikiki easy to walk everywhere.
Hermes.
Not a budget hotel. Great hotel if you're never in the room.
bygromis
This is a so called "budget" hotel, but dont be fooled. They will tack on hidden cleaning charges and damage waiver fees is no longer is a budget hotel. You're better off staying at one of the Marriott resorts, they were cheaper and better rooms.
Not to mention the rooms were old and falling apart and the couches all had nasty stains.
Nice staff though.
Quick stay in a cute room
Connector167892
I had a nice 2 night stay in a studio type room. Didn't realize the bathroom would have a shower stall instead of a tub, but otherwise it was great. The wet bar was an unexpected but lovely amenity, as was the dinnerware and the energy saving features of the room.
unhelpful staff
sethcraven
didnt believe i had made a proper reservation through the airport. showed them a negative covid test and travel qr. where Lance my front desk attendant then went and spoke with his manager for a long time.
Not like the pictures
keshamcmillon77
(Raleigh, North Carolina)
Buyer beware hotel is really old, rooms are outdated and paint is peeling. Staff was decent but really didn’t help with things to do. The hotel restaurant is closed due to Covid-19 The pool also has weird “COVID” hours it closes at 3 which is the hottest point of the day.
great loacation ,,quiet atmosphere..centralized in the Ala Moana area where it suits my needs in regards to each visit to Honolulu.. The staff is very accomadating, have great communication skills .The rooms are clean and very relaxing through out my stay.
Satisfying
koadread67
Looking forward staying at Aqua Palms in the near future if there’s a room available for me! I will be traveling a lot and I am happy there is a place like Aqua Palms please keep up the great Work hotel employees thank you very much!!!
Exceptional Value, Great Location, Wonderful Staff
RSOblio
My wife and I have stayed at many different properties in Waikiki and for a variety of occasions. This was our third time staying at Aqua Palms and we chose this property again, for several reasons. First of all, we knew the location provides for ease of access in and out of Waikiki, and we knew we would be coming and going quite often. It is also an easy walk to Ala Moana for those who may be visiting there, as well as to all the restaurants and shopping in Waikiki proper. What we were pleasantly surprised to find was that the rooms had been redone since our last visit and offered crisp, clean and comfortable new accommodations at a great value. The staff were super friendly, sharing that Aloha spirit we all wish to experience when travelling through Hawai'i. We had one issue upon arrival; the A/C did not seem to be working properly when we first entered the room. We contacted the front office and a maintenance engineer was knocking on our door within 5 minutes and the issue was resolved in less than 20 minutes. THAT is speedy service. In short, Aqua Palms is a great little property with wonderful staff, easy access, ample parking, great value and it is at the proper end of Waikiki for those who want to come and go easily and experience other parts of the city and the island. Mahalo Aqua Palms team!
Excellent hotel
galacticdestroyer
(Fontana, California)
The rooms were lovely and quite spacious and the view was worth every penny. not to mention the location was great I was within walking distance of so much. I’ll definitely be back again and again, it was a really great hotel.
Hawaii 2021
Ashontae97
I’m a pretty simple person, we just wanted to make sure my son had a good birthday, the room was located in a tourist area, so great if you plan on shopping around! Beaches within walking distance, restaurants as well. Very accommodating staff, any and all issues were resolved in a timely manner!
I did not have the best stay at the hotel compared to other places I have stayed in Waikiki. Cleanliness was an issue. Very slow lines to check in. My first room had too many cockroaches in the bathroom. I requested another room and the second room had 0 bugs-which was good. The room key has a quirk to them that the staff did not notify me about so spent a needless hour in line to get another room key when I did not need to do that. Another guest showed me the secret to get the key to work which was pushing it in and pulling it out several times very quickly until the lights went from orange/red to green. Overall the room was okay. But I cannot recommend a stay here when there are hotels priced in the same range which are cleaner with nicer staff and better rooms.
It Has Its Perks
ddiaz496
Upon arriving to the hotel, my first impression was that the building looked a little outdated and there wasn't anything particularly fancy. The room was a basic, 2 bed room. I stayed a week with my family and we really enjoyed our stay. It's not the best part of town, but there are so many places within walking distance. Ross was right across the street and Walmart was just down the street. There were also yummy hole-in-the-wall food places within walking distance. We enjoyed evenings in the pool and free dvd rentals from the lobby. Unfortunately, their restaurant was still closed because Covid, but the pond was still open and we were able to feed the Koi fish with food provided for free at the front desk. By the end of the trip, we found that we really enjoyed staying there. We've even talked about staying again for another trip.
unsanitary conditions
rnavarro2021
(Hilo, Hawaii)
if you are ok with bugs and cigarette smells etc and dingy, smelly, and not to mention unclean carpets etc this is your perfect destination. just know that during the pandemic you will also be cleaning your own room etc, but the equipment that is brought to you is relics and doesn't really clean well.
PAGODA STAY
ujlangctr
Cleaners rushing us to checked out, we never checked out and they start cleaning around 10am . Cleaners are rude ; they only care about their duty and not all tenants. I was confronted by cleaners at 9am if im checking out. Told them "NO"and after i took other stuff and wait for kids swiming at pool , Lo and behold my kids went up to change after swiming and rooms already open ,people cleaning.
Not returning
Margaret V
(Cerritos)
Sheets appeared clean but smelled like dirty mop water. A/C stunk , keys never worked. Doors extremely loud (even when you try to gentle close) And jolted out of bed by fire alarm at 3:00am super fearful after that and couldn't go back to sleep, which made our trip on the return long from being exhausted. Staff at check in were great, that's the only thing that was good.
We booked a 1 bedroom Luxury Suite for our daughter and her family. We booked a 2 bedroom Luxury Suite for us and 3 others. The 2 bedroom was intended to be the hang out/gathering spot. What a great stay! We would stay there again in a minute. The views from the balconies were spectacular, the rooms were quiet, it was close to the beach as well as shopping. This was such a great hotel.
While I wish Hawaii would get rid of all of the Covid nonsense it wasn't so oppressive in the hotel and certainly not on our balconies where we spent a lot of time.
We looked right down into the Marina and saw Sea turtles in there almost every day. We also saw Spotted Eagle Ray's in there (3 at once). Snorkeling in the ocean was easy to get to and a blast (get swim shoes as the rocks can be sharp). This was an incredible experience and I highly recommend it.
Location & Paradise in Waikiki
TamaratheTraveler33
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
Paradise beautifully located in the beginning of Waikiki! We enjoyed our stay but with a few drawbacks: dirty/outdated carpet, the tv didn’t work, and no complimentary ice on any floor (like majority of hotels provide). The ice would have helped out a lot being that we went to the beach almost everyday and liked to have had a cold beverage to drink after swimming in the sun.
Beautiful hotel wonderful staff - Deborah Salinas
riahg24
(Tucson, Arizona)
Wonderful staff very friendly. Beautiful spacious rooms . Magnificent view.bell hop was so kind and helpful and very prompt. House keeping staff were amazing and very prompt with towels and what not. Absolutely love the rooms. Very spacious and beautiful.
Family Hawaii Trip
belaine12020
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
This trip was a delayed Birthday celebration for my son & husband due to the pandemic! First time we ALL traveled together on a family vacation! We had a wonderful time! The weather was perfect considering our over 100° weather in Las Vegas the whole time we were here in Waikiki! Thank you!
Holiday
Lee S
A good environment and room/suite configuration. The staff were helpful and friendly. A solid facility and it looks good. The bed mattress was not comfortable and the plumbing is showing its age. I would stay there again. There is room to upgrade and seek a higher level of comfort.
The room is small... very much reminds me of a cabin in a cruise ship. There is no lobby, just someone making a desk at the entrance of the street. The main hallways need to be repainted and cleaned. But the view!!! Wow.
Old hotel with zero luxuries but prime beach front locale
bosoxpride101
(Fremont, California)
This was the 2nd of our two hotels in Waikiki during our 1 week stay. Hotel #1 (outrigger beachcomber) for its convenience to food & shopping; hotel #2 (Waikiki Circle) strictly for its beach front location. Its an older hotel that offers little in luxuries & comforts but more than made up for it by its prime locale.
We pre-booked the most expensive ocean front room 2 months in advance, but at the check in the gentleman wanted to put us on 4th floor which will only have a tree top view of Waikiki. He offered to put us on upper floor if we pony up extra $25 per night. Why am I always the victim of unscrupulous practices? sigh.... Anyways we decided to pay and was upgrade to 12th floor. There was also a resort fee ($25 + 1.18 + 2.56, daily). For a small hotel without any gym, pool or other facilities I don't think that was justified.
The moment we entered the room we knew it was prob worth the $25/night ransom. From the entrance alone we already had an unobstructed view of the blue Pacific. Perched from the balcony the view was even more stunning: to the south stood the imposing Diamond Head, to the north the iconic Moana Surfrider hotel, Kalakaua ave (Waikiki main strip) was right beneath us. Right in-front of our hotel is the Waikiki beach & Duke's statue, literally a Brady to Gronk TD throw away. Everyday we sat on the balcony and listened to the sounds of the sea, watching surfers riding the waves Sunset was magnificent as we faced almost directly toward the West, even in the morning and during the day the sight and sounds were fabulous. Even if they charged us $50 extra per day we would have gladly oblige, will even throw in our dwarf hamster Sophia on top.
The room was dated and had that 1970's vibe: old decor, small bathroom, tiny shower with lukewarm water & anemic pressure. On the positive side it has a Keurig maker and most importantly a safety box. The queen beds were comfy, pillow were not overly fluffy but adequate . They were low profiles so more ideal for my bad back. Daily newspaper was delivered to the door, beach towels are avail upon request, ice machine down stairs but no water station. There is no lobby, 1 gentleman in the booth next to the elevators handles all transactions & interactions. They are probably the descendants of Mrs Kwok the original founder.
Next door there is McDonald , egg & things is affiliated with hotel but guests enjoy 10% discount by showing hotel card. If you venture 1 block to the east you will find a hidden gem called "Mac", it has no line & far superior food. We ate most of the time in places further up North near our hotel #1, around Inter Market & Royal Hawaiian Center.
Overall we had a pleasant stay & would def consider returning for its prime beach front location.
Love this hotel
kubes11
(Mankato, Minnesota)
Small but nice, clean hotel. Staff very friendly. Right across from the beach. In the process of putting in new glass balconies, which look great. They replaced the blackout drapes with a shuttered slider, which looks nice but doesn't keep out much light. You might want to bring a sleep mask if you don't want to wake up early.
Love the Waikiki Circle!
slj
(Baltimore, Maryland)
I have stayed at this hotel 4 times and I can't wait to return.
An oceanfront room is a view of Heaven. The hotel is very clean, very cute and the staff are friendly and helpful. (Thank you again Shawn!)
The location is amazing. The elevators work great. (after some of the hotels I have stayed at, that does rate a special note)
At night we enjoyed sitting on the lanai and watching the people down on Kalakaua Ave, and listening to the waves crashing across the street.
The parking garage is very small and very limited but 'TheBus' and trolley stop across the street, if you don't have a car.
If you want a foo-foo hotel this isn't it.
If you want a beautiful, clean, comfortable and relaxing hotel with a perfect location, this is for you.
This hotel missed the mark
sophia4230
(New York City, New York)
This property has so much potential - it's in a prime location on Waikiki beach and compared to its neighbors, they offer the best price. But unfortunately, in the time of pandemic (esp the time we visited), we did not feel that our room was cleaned thoroughly. It was a dingy looking room. I wiped everything down myself with sanitizing wipes which I brought. I immediately made a complaint through the front desk and through Expedia and the answer I received was quite a nonchalant one. I requested for 2 extra sheets just so I could place it on top of the bed bec it really felt unsanitary. The next morning I requested to be moved to another room which they did. This room on the 10th floor was definitely better but that NEXT LEVEL clean they speak of - you just don't feel it. Maybe it's the tired looking interiors & carpeting but there is work to do to make this hotel a lot better than what it is now. Last thing, no one ever mentioned renovations happening and one morning, this is all we heard. DRILLING. We literally had to get out of our room to avoid getting a headache from the noise. I have the video documenting the noise level but I can't upload it here. Hotels need to be more transparent about renovations bec this impacts a guest's stay 100%. Regarding the resort fee that all Waikiki hotels charge, theirs may be one of the lowest but it covers nothing like other hotels. Their fee covered wifi, safe & a newspaper - all of which come standard at most hotels (resort or not!).
I would definitely stay at the Aston again, the rooms are spacious, clean and have the convenience of a basic kitchen. The area the Hotel is in canoe challenging since is in the middle of downtown, the room decoration is a bit outdated and the car parking very convenient.
Nice location
skipout41
(Rancho Cucamonga, California)
The room was a little dated but spacious and had an amazing view. Close to restaurants and food places. Great location but the homeless people yelling at night was a little annoying but that’s not the fault of Aston.
24 Nights at Aston at the Executive Center
Warren A
If you're like me, and are not looking for the typical Waikiki hustle and bustle of tourists, this is a great option. Located in downtown Honolulu it's a short walk to several shops for essentials, with a full size drugstore at the base of the building (Longs). On site parking is reasonably priced for Oahu, and typical rooms come with a kitchenette, basic dishes, half fridge, etc.
DO NOT RESERVE A STAY UNTIL AFTER COVID ZERO CANCELLATION POLICY!
TiffnEd756
(Kinnelon, New Jersey)
We stayed there about 4 years ago because it was close to the airport after inter island flights and it was fine. I was raised on the Big Island and come home every year. This time I booked again for the same reason, coming in from Kauai and leaving the next day for the mainland and had no early flights to Oahu. I booked through Expedia because we needed a car also. We ordered 6 Covid tests, arranged testing before we leave and flying direct flight front row of first class to keep as safe as possible. Well, They announced yesterday that Kauai was back on shut down. I just cancelled our entire 8 day trip, too many shut downs, of which I totally understand, I don't want to bring it to my beautiful home.
They would not refund the nights stay, I understand hotel policy, however, I would expect some type of exceptions be made under these circumstances. Every other hotel, air, excursions, rental vehicles were able to be cancelled except this one hotel. Absolutely ridiculous especially given the need for tourism dollars in Hawaii. Sad.
Great Location for Downtown
TweedleDeee
(Huntsville, Alabama)
If you are working in the downtown area it is greatly located. The lobby area is nice along with nice views from the upper floors. There is also a good number of shopping and eating options in the area, and even within a very easy walk to McD's and Walmart.
Parking is available but is a bit of a pain to access as you have to change elevators to access floors 3-9 which is the parking areas. It is also can get quite costly at about $20 a day.
Now the bad, the Apt we stayed in was decently clean, had a decent bed, but the rest of the furniture and accommodations were cheap. Even the kitchen utensils, silverware, and cookware were pathetic. Since I have now found out these are condo units and owned by individuals, I guess it makes sense that some are better than others. This room wasn't terrible but it could definitely use some upgrades.
This is downtown, so after about 6 pm all the business people are gone and all that is left is the homeless and they are EVERYWHERE. Not the fault of the hotel but Oahu has a serious homeless problem and it shows, in this area, at night.
Our prominent view was makai tower in front of room. Ocean view partial through many other buildings. They waived the amenity fee to make up for this, but we didn't use a single amenity either. H20 listed as amenity but didn't receive. Got placed in an ADA room that looked nothing like web photos. Hallway construction with ripped put baseboard and exposed outlets and dry wall. Bed rock hard and AC which faces living room didn't cool bedroom much. A very very noisy location with people screaming way past midnight.
I would only recommend this hotel if you really need a kitchen ( which was nice) and are on a budget. Wailiki in general felt like spring break for college and high school kids, loud and crowded.
Aston wailiki sunset despite its dreary lobby has a much better views and also features kitchens.
Dirty and dated
Michelle S
(Buxton, Oregon)
Our room and tower was very dated and dirty. Deserate need of a deep cleaning and update. My 2 yr old was screamed at by a board member. The member then continued to scream at us and threatened to call security when we were complying with everything she wanted. Other staff were friendly. Parking was convenient.
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gerdan808
The room looked out dated, stains on the carpet and couch. The bed was just two twins put together along with a 1-2 inch foam below the bed covers(to “enhance” the comfort I assume.” The bathroom had dust and didn’t look like it was wiped down. There was a lot of cracks in the walls. Carpet and couch looked and felt filthy. The blinds/drapes were somewhat ripped and dirty. Only took this hotel due to kitchen. As far as price goes, I have a friend staying at the hotel next to this one for about the same price with much more updated/remodeled room.
Great for a family with kids
FromNyaoFamily
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
Great for a family with kids and staying longer than a couple nights. Having kitchen, living room, and bed room was nice. Very convenient location to walk to Waikiki beach and restaurants. All staff was nice and friendly. We did not know (I think hotel name has changed), but it was the same hotel we stayed 10 years ago. We will probably come back for the next trip :)
Very close to beach, shopping, and restaurants
Drazian2013
(Los Angeles, California)
Very close to beach, shopping, and restaurants, so you can walk to everything. We didn't need a car unless we wanted to go to the other side of the island, which was only for 3 days. So we saved money by just renting the car for 3 days and getting a shuttle for $12 per person each way to the hotel.
We came t stay there coz I had surgery done so we find the hotel is convenient where we are going,valet attendant n front desk are helpful,it just notice that we never had a shower curtain but housekeeper came .
Stay elsewhere
jjdog0313
(Santaquin, Utah, United States)
I will start with the good: The 3 elevators are fast and they offer beach towels. Now the bad: They charge $25 per day resort fee and also $35 parking fee which includes valet. The mini kitchens are far from stocked, we had to cook french toast in a tiny pot, one piece at a time. The air conditioner unit of under a desk and it's under sized so it runs CONSTANTLY AND IS LOUD!! They do not clean or stock your room due to Covid so you have to ask for everything. They say they'll bring towels, but you have to call several times to make this happen. Now the worst part, Upon arrival I opened up the armoire to put our clothes away, an ironing board was inside, leaning against the door. As I opened it, the board feel on me, one of the legs sliced open my ear. After we got the blood under control, I looked at the ironing board and noticed it was missing a rubber cover on one of the feet, that is why it cut me. I moved the ironing board to a corner of the room and went down to tell the desk clerk. She acted concerned and promised to replace the board right away, well that never happened! This place has no respect for customers and are rude when you ask for something. Like the title says, stay elsewhere.
Paid more than what was confirmed by phone reservation!
jeremiah10807
Called reservations number twice prior to day of checking in to confirm total price and room type (kitchen/kitchen) with double beds. When I checked in, front desk had a problem and said my room did not have a kitchen. Waited 20mins because front desk girl said she’s fixing the problem. Ended up paying waaaaay more than expected which is exactly why I called before checking in, so I would know my budget. I was really upset, bought all my groceries for the weekend, then have front desk tell me that my room didn’t have a kitchen!!! Had no choice but to upgrade to a room with kitchen and pay so $$$$ more than my original quote.
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jask96795
(Waimanalo, Hawaii)
I love this hotel, my family and I come here at least 3 times a year for the past 5 years. We always chose Luana. But It would be great if there were some kind of loyalty points! Maybe cheaper kamaaina parking
Great place to stay!!!
seanmsmith91
(Arden, North Carolina)
Awesome staff, great restaurant in the lobby, and they had everything I needed and more! Definitely will plan another stay here being it was in a perfect location for the transit and access to all the shops and things around.
Aqua Skyline at Island Colony is a great location and great people that work there. Can't wait to come again when COVID is totally over to see it at its full potential. I enjoyed my stay. Thanks to all.
Very generous
mickymickency75
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
The service is very good and helpful to there customers especially the pool and the bbq on the six floor very comfortable and convenient, And thanks to aqua sky line for the good service they give us during our vacation
Needs Some Upgrade
SM B
(Orange County, California)
The property needs some upgrading work. The A/C in our room 2319 was cranking so loud at night that we cannot sleep. We requested to be moved to another room, and we were given room 4318. This room's A/C is not as loud as the one in room 2319, but it is leaking water from the condenser in the patio that I almost slipped. The water also sipped through the carpet, but I found out about it when we are about to check-out already. The bathroom exhaust fan in this room is cranking loud like a steam boat and can really be a nuisance. Thankfully, it is turned off when not in use - unlike the A/C that has to be turned on all day long. Staff are friendly.
I’d go there again
shiritandeliu
(East Brunswick, New Jersey)
Visited in march 2021 with my husband and 2 kids.
Pros:
- Walk in distance to Waikiki beach
- Price
- Has a small refrigerator, coffee machine and stove.
- Lobby personal were always helpful and kind. We switched towels with ease, asked to get something printed and it was no issue, got advice on surrounding areas.
- There is a laundry room! Not that I want to do laundry on my vaca, but I used it and was very happy to go on the next island with a suitcase full of clean clothes.
- Pool and hot tub was nice, didnt expect to use it, but we did.
Cons:
-Parking cost (35 a day) and the person there always seemed annoyed.
- There were only 3 chairs total in the room. One inside, and two on the porch. So the 4 of us we couldn’t sit together on the porch as we thought we will after a long flight.
- Washing dishes is done in the bathroom small sink. They give dish soap but no sponge.
-No cleaning service is fine by me with COVID restrictions, but they should at least provide a broom given people are likely to bring in sand.
-bed wasn’t so comfy, but I didn’t expect much either.
Good for the price!
901debram
(Pilot Point, Texas)
It’s in need of some updates and not as clean as it could’ve been but for the price it was pretty good. The security is better than most and the pool area has been updated with nice grills to cook out on. There is also a laundry room so you can bring less clothes with you. Lots of amenities for the price and a friendly staff.
Many thank you's and appreciation to Tracy, Evan, Maryknoll and housekeeping!!! You all Rock!!! My stay at Ewa hotel... better then Hawaii Prince or Hilton!! Its the people like Tracy,Evan and Maryknoll that makes you feel like million bucks... I am Very impressed local!!! I'll see you soon!! N.Hylton
Loved this hotel!
bebelopez13
(Seattle, Washington)
Everything was amazing, staff was always there to help and cost of stay is definitely affordable. If you’re looking for a place to stay without killing your budget, this is the right place for you and your loved ones.
Budget Hotel
0Poinsettia
Good hotel for budget minded guest who only needs a comfy bed and limited services. Staff was very friendly and as helpful as possible though covid is still causing limited staffing and services. Great location!
Bad service
calebscoggins
(Honolulu, Hawaii)
Just wish we would of got what we paid for and no hassles was looking forward to a nice stay and just wanted to spend our anniversary together and have a nice relaxing time instead had to sleep on two twin beds pushed together with a huge hump in the middle and had to plunge the toilet every single time
Excellent location and staff.
traungreen
Wonderful hotel with an excellent staff. There isn't a restaurant or pool at this hotel but you are steps away from Waikiki Beach and plenty of restaurants. There are also multiple food trucks that serve great food right outside of the property.
7 family members stayed here for 3 nights in 3 different rooms in June 2021.
The main problem was that one member of our family got bitten all over by bedbugs. This was confirmed by the hotel after she moved rooms. They did comp her room for the stay. As a result, everyone in our party had to wash every article of clothing we brought and put our suitcases outside on the balcony at our next destination because all the bags came into close contact with each other.
Other issues- old, outdated rooms, bathrooms, hallways, pool.
Our balcony door would not shut completely at the top so there was a constant loud whistling sound from the wind. There was also a huge gap under the door so we had to put a towel in front of it on the floor to keep the light, and draft out.
There was no housekeeping- understandable because of Covid. But no cups for the bathroom, Minimal coffee supplies, minimal towels and washcloths, and few places to gather and hang out.
The bar was great.
The location was great and the views were incredible.
Older hotel in a prime location
K-Go007
(Orlando, Florida)
We stayed here for three nights in June 2021 after staying six nights on Maui. Oahu was an add-on for us and we were not renting a car so we didn't want to break the bank, and location was key. We chose this hotel because of its location and its low price.
Pluses - the staff was great and very helpful. All the common areas are kept up very well, and the pool and restaurant were convenient. We made plans through the activities desk and found the concierge helpful as well. Beds were a bit soft but linens were fresh and comfortable. Water pressure, hot water, and AC were all good, as was the room refrigerator. And you can't beat the location. Aside from the beach, there are several dining choices, coffee, and convenience stores within a 2-minute walk.
Minuses - the rooms are older and it shows. Things are functional but a little beat up. The carpet in our room was basically filthy - our feet were dirty in minutes.
Would I stay here again? For the price, on Waikiki Beach, yes, I would.
Great Location
priyankanp
(Cerritos, California)
I'm giving this hotel 3 stars as there were both pros and cons. I paid extra for an ocean view room and the view did not disappoint. However, the room did disappoint. The rooms are nothing like what is advertised; very small. They are old and dirty. When we entered our room, the bathroom was dirty and was not cleaned. The bedding smelled unwashed and definitely not cleaned. I informed the front desk and they had someone clean the bathroom, but the bedding remained the same. We did not receive new pillows until the next day. I would hope that this property does some renovations to their rooms. The property itself is nice (hallways, pool area etc). This property also has water filling stations on the ground and 3rd levels which is nice! Other than that, the locations and views were the top pros of this property.
Great staff, awful room
DE_Traveler_2012
(Middletown, DE)
5 stars for front desk and valet staff, they were excellent. I would give the room zero stars if that were an option. This hotel is rated as 4 stars; maybe in the past, but not now. The public areas (lobby, pool area) are in good condition, but the hallways and rooms are in desperate need of renovation. I booked well in advance and did not get a room on an upper floor as requested. We booked a 'premium' ocean front room. Positives about the room: the view was spectacular, and it was quiet. The rest: the bed in the room was very old and uncomfortable. The only seating in room was 2 high top backless stools. Decor .. there wasn't any. The safe did not work. The bathroom was a nightmare; the last update was probably in the 1980s. Dirty looking faded 1 inch tiles on the floor, cheap fixtures, the door looks like a prison door. The worst was the tub did not drain; after taking a shower water was up to our calves - yuck The picture is from about 10 minutes after a shower. We reported these issues and general unhappiness with the room; maintenance was supposed to fix the drain and safe the next day but never showed up. It wasn't expensive for the location; I thought this was getting a great deal for their customers, but it's getting what you pay for. Spend a little more and stay somewhere else, there are many better choices in Waikiki.
Great location and excellent service
StaceylbK8598
(Maui, Hawaii)
This hotel is ideally located across from Waikiki Beach. It was fun to watch the goings on from our balcony. There were MANY restaurants, bars and stores within walking distance. The rooms are very basic, but they were clean and comfortable. The customer service was excellent. We spent time exploring the North Shore and the East side of the island, but were glad to come back to our rooms here.
Watch big wave surfing on North Shore Oahu at some of Hawaii’s most famous beaches, Waimea Bay and Ehukai (Banzai Pipeline); then grab a tasty cone of chocolate Haupia (coconut) shave ice at Matsumoto’s.
Hike the easy, scenic Lanikai Pillboxes trail in Kailua. The path leads to Lanikai beach, the perfect place to trade your hiking boots for a bathing suit and cool down.
Everyone loves paradise, and that can cause a bit of traffic congestion. Try to avoid the freeway between the hours of 3 - 5 p.m.
We can’t overstate how important it is to pay attention to the signs on the beach about changing weather conditions and strong currents.
Yes, shark sightings do exist. But more than feared, sharks are of important significance in Hawaiian culture, as they are believed to be guardians and family protectors known as aumakua.
Must Do
Culinary
Bite into a sweet, doughy, crispy malasada and savor succulent pork that has been slowroasted for over 8 hours above an Imu - fire pit. Ono! (Delicious!) The local cuisine is a great journey for your palate as well as your soul.
Water-Sports
Learn to surf where the locals do at Hans Hedemann’s surf school in Honolulu, then hit up the calm waves at Laniakea and world class surf at Ehukai beach. If stand-up paddleboarding is more your speed, go to the local favorite, Kailua beach. Want to experience something new? Snuba, a supercool hybrid of scuba and snorkeling, allows you to experience the thrill of scuba diving without any lengthy lessons or certification.
Hiking
Trek to the top of Diamond Head trail to see a panoramic view of the city and ocean. If you are seeking a more challenging trail, hike Kaena Point to view tiny pools of crustaceans and other small fishes.
Hawaiian History and Culture
See Iolani Palace. The last residence of Hawaiian monarchs King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani, until the overthrow of the monarchy in 1893. The palace was reopened as a museum in 1978 and features important Hawaiian cultural and historical artifacts.
Kalani S.
“Oahu is a mix of urban life and a tropical paradise. We’ll check out a food festival in town then hit the surf for a sunset session all in the same day”
