- Situated on the western edge of Waikiki, the hotel offers easy access to both downtown Honolulu and the beach—perfect for guests who want the best of both worlds.
- With a diverse selection of restaurants and eateries, guests can enjoy convenient on-site dining.
- The hotel has two on-site pools, each designed to provide unique leisure experiences.
- Those who remember the original “Hawaii 5-0” will recognize the hotel from the famous opening scene with Jack Lord as Steve McGarrett standing on the penthouse balcony overlooking Waikiki Beach.
- Business travelers who seek beach-time in their downtime.
- Families who seek spacious accommodations.
- Guests who prefer the option of in-room dining (all suites are equipped with full kitchens).
- Kamaaina island hops and staycations.
- Ala Moana Center (2.5 blocks away)
- Ala Wai Golf Course (2.4 mi. away)
- Bishop Museum (5.8 mi. away)
- Chinatown & Downtown Honolulu (3.6 mi. away)
- Diamond Head State Monument (3.2 mi. away)
- Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon (adjacent)
- Hawaii Convention Center (3.5 blocks away)
- Historic Haleiwa Town - North Shore (32.7 mi. away)
- Honolulu Museum of Art (2.1 mi. away)
- International Market Place (1.1 mi. away)
- Iolani Palace (2.9 mi. away)
- Kapiolani Park (2 mi. away)
- Neal S. Blaisdell Center and Arena (2.1 mi. away)
- Pearl Harbor/USS Arizona Memorial (11.3 mi. away)
- Royal Hawaiian Center (0.8 mi. away)
- Waikiki Beach (across from the hotel)
- Waikiki Shell (2.1 mi. away)
- The hotel was designed by architect John Graham Jr. who designed Seattle’s Space Needle.
- The Ilikai was the brainchild of Hawaii developer Chinn Ho, a self-made millionaire, and two California businessmen.
- The original building features three wings radiating from a central point in a "Y" shape.
- The world's largest open-air shopping center—Ala Moana Center—is within walking distance.
- The Hawaii Convention Center is a short stroll away.
- Friday nights feature hula performances and other entertainment, best enjoyed with a takeout dinner from Paradise Poke followed by treats from Dave’s Hawaiian Ice Cream.
- Book surf lessons, rent surfboards and other water sports gear at Duke's Lagoon Surf Shop, conveniently located on-property.
- Nearby attractions include Magic Island and Ala Moana Beach Park.
- Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites is TLA approved (Temporary Lodging Allowance) for military.