Take in the rich heritage and stately décor of ‘The First Lady of Waikiki’. Something of a legendary resort, it cleverly combines turn-of the-century Victorian elegance with modern luxuries. Relax by the pool area, under the shade of the historic banyan tree, or on the resorts private section of beach. Fancy a bit of pampering? Treat yourself to an amazing experience at the Moanalani Spa, the only oceanfront Spa in Waikiki, where the menu features relaxing treatments inspired by traditional Hawaiian healing techniques. Dining is a treat here — from the oceanfront setting of Beachhouse at the Moana to the delightful island tradition of afternoon tea at the Veranda at the Beachhouse. For a pre-dinner glass of wine or artisan beer, head to Vintage 1901 overlooking the banyan tree, or enjoy a tropical drink with live entertainment at The Beach Bar.
Amenities
Surfing
Yoga
Kids Club
Families
Honeymoon
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
No Smoking
Restaurant
Room Service
Where is it
On a prime stretch of Waikiki Beach, opposite International Marketplace, with lots of shops, bars and restaurants.
Hotel information
793 rooms on 21 floors in 3 buildings. All with air-conditioning, LCD TV with pay-per-view films, high-speed Internet access*, alarm/clock radio, coffee maker, mini-fridge, safe, The Heavenly Bed®, hair dryer, iron and board. Double Banyan City Rooms or Double City View Diamond Rooms with 1 king-size Heavenly Bed®, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Double Deluxe Tower City Room, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Double Tower Partial Ocean View Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Double Banyan Classic Ocean Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Double Deluxe Ocean Diamond Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Double Deluxe Ocean Tower Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Premier Ocean View Rooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Beachhouse at the Moana (oceanfront fine dining, open for dinner), Veranda at the Beachhouse (breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea), Surfrider Café (healthy breakfast and lunch), The Beach Bar (tropical drinks and casual Hawaiian cuisine for lunch and dinner), Vintage 1901 (wine, artisan beer and savoury bites).
Range of daytime/nighttime entertainment.
Beach Pool. Moana Lani Spa, A Heavenly Spa by Westin* (with steam room and relaxation lounge). WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Facility. Water sports rentals*. Hawaiian arts and crafts activities.
Babysitting*. Self-parking $45, valet parking $55, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).
Please note: from 18th December 2023, this hotel will no longer offer parking facilities. Valet parking will remain available at a cost of $65, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).
Resort Fee of US$54 per room per night, payable locally (subject to change)
Resort fee includes: - Standard WiFi in guest room and lobby - 2 bottles of water per day - One 4"x 6" colour photograph per room - Local and long distance phone calls - Children eat free from children's menus at designated outlets with paying adult - Intro to surfing lesson on beach (10-15 minutes) - Moana historical tour (Mon, Wed) - Ki Kilo Lani yoga class, daily - Morning Ho’ala sunrise ceremony (Wed only) – Aqua aerobics class (selected days) - Shopping, dining and spa discounts. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
*Denotes local charge.
This hotel is non-smoking throughout.
Based on 6992 reviews
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Magical Experience in a Magical Place
Jun 6, 2026Jason D
Thank you for a wonderful, special experience. We had some issues with our room that Winnie helped resolve quickly, exceeding our expectations. Chris also was very kind to send a gift to us to celebrate a birthday. The continental breakfast was plenty of food and the buffet breakfast was even better. Having fresh papaya, with lime, added to view…
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Thank you for a wonderful, special experience. We had some issues with our room that Winnie helped resolve quickly, exceeding our expectations. Chris also was very kind to send a gift to us to celebrate a birthday. The continental breakfast was plenty of food and the buffet breakfast was even better. Having fresh papaya, with lime, added to view and the perfect way to start the day. Food at the pool was also good and plentiful. My wife usually wants a kitchen in HI but commented “it was really nice not to cook or have to wash dishes for a week”. Thanks for making us feel at home and for treating us as special guests.
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Moana May 2026
May 31, 2026raulparrinelloMiami, Florida
Everyone was extremely friendly. Room was beautiful.
Important note that the beach area is not large. You should bring your own chairs.
Location is great.
I love the first Lady of Waikiki!
May 21, 2026Diego M
First time in Hawaii, and I've lived the best experience in this hotel. The building is beautiful, it has the best location, and the staff is the best! Shoutout to Ken (beach/pool server), Eva (breakfast server), Haya (beach), Keola (Front Desk) Koji (server) and Louis. All of them have a great attitude, and made my stay unforgettable. I can't…
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First time in Hawaii, and I've lived the best experience in this hotel. The building is beautiful, it has the best location, and the staff is the best! Shoutout to Ken (beach/pool server), Eva (breakfast server), Haya (beach), Keola (Front Desk) Koji (server) and Louis. All of them have a great attitude, and made my stay unforgettable. I can't wait to go back!
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A Perfect Romantic Escape with Stunning Waikiki Ocean Views
May 21, 2026AquajhMissouri
The Waikiki ocean view room was breathtaking Waking up to the stunning blue ocean and relaxing on the balcony while enjoying the beautiful scenery felt like a dream. The views were truly spectacular both day and night.
The afternoon tea experience was elegant, delicious, and incredibly romantic. Enjoying tea and desserts with such a gorgeous…
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The Waikiki ocean view room was breathtaking Waking up to the stunning blue ocean and relaxing on the balcony while enjoying the beautiful scenery felt like a dream. The views were truly spectacular both day and night.
The afternoon tea experience was elegant, delicious, and incredibly romantic. Enjoying tea and desserts with such a gorgeous Waikiki backdrop created one of the most memorable moments of our trip.
This hotel is truly a perfect destination for both relaxation and romance. The atmosphere was beautiful and ideal for creating special memories. Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, or simply looking for a perfect vacation getaway, this place is absolutely amazing.
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We liked the location of the Moana
May 14, 2026JoAnn S
We stayed in the tower with a view of Diamond Head and the ocean. The room was clean and comfortable. We were on the 16th floor with a great view of the beach and the surfers. The mini fridge in the room chilled down the water we received every day and kept our beverages cold. The maid was not leaving us regular coffee for some reason. We…
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We stayed in the tower with a view of Diamond Head and the ocean. The room was clean and comfortable. We were on the 16th floor with a great view of the beach and the surfers. The mini fridge in the room chilled down the water we received every day and kept our beverages cold. The maid was not leaving us regular coffee for some reason. We called and had some delivered a couple of days and they apologized that we were not getting what we wanted. We ended up leaving a note that we wanted 4 regular coffee pods and 4 waters. This helped. The last full day the maid didn’t come to clean our room. The maids were leaving for the day and my husband let them know our room hadn’t been cleaned yet. Someone came shortly to clean the room.
Overall, we were pleased with the room. The staff were pleasant and brought what we needed when we asked.
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Magical Experience in a Magical Place