Moana Surfrider a Westin Resort & Spa

Honolulu, Oahu

Star rating

Double Tower Partial Ocean View Room
City View Room
Bayan Courtyard
Veranda breakfast buffer
Veranda at the Beachhouse
Veranda at the Beachhouse
The Beach Bar
Moana Lani Spa
Moana Lani Spa
Diamond Wing
Double Tower Partial Ocean View Room
City View Room
Bayan Courtyard
Veranda breakfast buffer
Veranda at the Beachhouse
Veranda at the Beachhouse
The Beach Bar
Moana Lani Spa
Moana Lani Spa
Diamond Wing

The hotel

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.

Rating summary

  • Location Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Sleep Quality Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Rooms Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Service Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Value Image of the Tripadvisor rating
  • Cleanliness Image of the Tripadvisor rating

Traveller rating

  • Excellent (3489)
  • Very good (1847)
  • Average (821)
  • Poor (420)
  • Terrible (399)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible! Best Hotel on Waikiki Beach by far

Mar 30, 2026 bh2717 Vancouver, Canada

Perfection is the only way to describe the Moana Surfrider! The staff, the location the luxury hotel, honestly one of the most incredible places and experiences I have had around the world. We had initially booked the Outrigger Beach Resort (next door) but were horrified by its current condition, Yumi at the Moana Surfrider found us a room at a… Read more
Perfection is the only way to describe the Moana Surfrider! The staff, the location the luxury hotel, honestly one of the most incredible places and experiences I have had around the world. We had initially booked the Outrigger Beach Resort (next door) but were horrified by its current condition, Yumi at the Moana Surfrider found us a room at a better price than the Outrigger and immediately made us feel like our vacation was going to be incredible! Yumi also learned that it was our son’s 11th birthday while we would be staying and she and the staff went above and beyond to make him feel special and our family feel welcomed and settled. We have stayed across Europe, Asia and the continental US and this has been by far one of our best vacations. Their concierge Mary rebooked our luau (after rains on the north shore) and found us an incredible snorkeling adventure (where we saw dolphins and swam with turtles!) and made sure we knew we had to book our hike up Dimond Head. The location could not be better with its exceptional beach (book umbrellas before you come!) and the amazing shopping and dining options. Cannot recommend enough the brunch on the veranda an exceptional view in a stunning setting with really great food ( try the table side pancakes!!) Truly an amazing hotel they saved our vacation and absolutely exceeded our every expectation!! We will 100% be back! Thank you Yumi and the Moana staff for saving our vacation and making it SO special! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Historic Hotel

Mar 17, 2026 LisaMCTraveler Montclair, New Jersey

What a nice introduction to Hawaii. The Moana Surfrider is a great old style hotel. Wonderful service, lovely room and much easier to navigate than most of the other large hotels on Waikiki.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful hotel in Waikiki

Mar 17, 2026 mauijim96761 Lahaina, Hawaii

Stayed overnight on my way home to Maui from Japan. So thankful that I was able to check in early and had a very nice ocean view room on the 4th floor with amazing heavenly bed. Breakfast at the restaurant was delicious and they were able to accommodate a late checkout for me with my Bonvoy Platinum Elite status. Would highly recommend this hotel… Read more
Stayed overnight on my way home to Maui from Japan. So thankful that I was able to check in early and had a very nice ocean view room on the 4th floor with amazing heavenly bed. Breakfast at the restaurant was delicious and they were able to accommodate a late checkout for me with my Bonvoy Platinum Elite status. Would highly recommend this hotel when staying in Waikiki. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic Waikiki hotel!

Mar 14, 2026 426stepho Tacoma, Washington

Beautiful hotel, clean room with a fabulous view of the ocean, Waikiki beach and Diamond Head. We had the brunch and ate lunch in the bar… both a little expensive…. but also very good food and excellent service.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely stay but made difficult to enjoy the beach with no beds available

Mar 8, 2026 Richandcas London, United Kingdom

The positives We stayed in a diamond sea view room which was clean, spacious, well thought out and comfortable with a view that will stay with us forever . A lovely touch on arrival to be given a beautiful fresh Lei made from fresh orchids- beautiful and memorable. The location could not be better, staff over all (I will come back to that)… Read more
The positives We stayed in a diamond sea view room which was clean, spacious, well thought out and comfortable with a view that will stay with us forever . A lovely touch on arrival to be given a beautiful fresh Lei made from fresh orchids- beautiful and memorable. The location could not be better, staff over all (I will come back to that) are so friendly and attentive - the breakfast crew are off the charts great. Breakfast is good value with a great team that look after you so well . 49 dollars buffet sets you up for the entire day. The negatives Tiny pool with so very few sun beds with shade that are all taken first thing in the morning. Half a dozen or so on the beach, again all taken first thing … Meaning that you have to pay 100 dollars for two beds and shade at the next hotel or lay on the sand with no shade in red hot heat - it’s a big big big let down . Secondly pay 20 percent tip on everything - but - ask for a small cup of milk for the morning brew in the room ( we ran out of the free pots provided) and you might as well ask for the moon , the reply, politely - no - ask at the bar - ask in the morning - but no one will go out of their way to help - after paying everyone a 20 percent tip - that leaves a sour taste . On balance a good hotel - we will remember the many positives and put the negatives aside . It was a memorable stay - one we will cherish Read less