Aqua-Aston Hospitality announced that TripAdvisor®, the world's largest travel site, awarded 23 of its managed properties the 2017 Certificate of Excellence, including nine on Oahu, five on Maui, three on Kauai, four on Hawaii Island and two in Florida.

Founded in 2010, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries, and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience.

To celebrate, the award-winning Aqua-Aston Hospitality properties are offering the opportunity to participate in Aqua-Aston’s A-List loyalty program that lets you instantly save 10% off. As an A-List “insider” you will also receive a free room upgrade, based on availability at check-in, and a welcome gift upon arrival. By signing up, guests can be the first to know about new amenities and renovations, and receive a promotional code to unlock special discounts.

The 2017 Certificate of Excellence-rated hotels and resorts are as follows:

Oahu
Aqua Oasis, a stylish haven in Waikiki’s shopping district
Aqua Pacific Monarch, a peaceful sanctuary in the heart of Waikiki
Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head, a quiet retreat on upscale Gold Coast
Park Shore Waikiki, renovated rooms in a prime oceanfront location
Aston Waikiki Circle Hotel, a unique circular hotel with an oceanfront location
Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites, panoramic views at a classic Waikiki landmark
Aston at the Executive Centre Hotel, business travelers, all-suite hotel in downtown Honolulu
Aston Waikiki Beach Tower, high-end condominium resort accommodations

Maui
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas, a beachfront setting in a prime location
Aston Kaanapali Shores, a family friendly beachfront condo resort
Aston Maui Hill, family-friendly, spacious condos with full kitchens
Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach, luxury beachfront accommodations
Aston Mahana at Kaanapali, panoramic oceanfront views from every suite

Kauai
Aqua Kauai Beach Resort, tropical bliss at this 25-acre oceanfront Kauai resor
Aston Islander on the Beach, beachfront location and Hawaiian plantation-style charm
Aston at Poipu Kai, a beautiful condominium resort on the sunny south side of Kauai

Hawaii Island
Aston Kona by the Sea, spacious suites and coastal views
Aston Shores at Waikoloa, your choice of suites and spacious villas
Aston Waikoloa Colony Villas, luxurious villas in a golf paradise
Volcano House, sleep on the edge of a volcanic rim

Florida
Tuscana Resort Orlando by Aston, family-friendly villa resort in the heart of Orlando’s attractions
The Fountains at ChampionsGate, relaxing vacation town homes

“This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our teammates to deliver the highest caliber of service. As a leader in the Hawaiian hospitality market, we are proud to showcase that our consistent track record of personalized customer service extends to our managed properties on the mainland as well,” said Matt Bailey, president and chief operating officer of Aqua-Aston Hospitality.