Queen Kapiolani Hotel

Honolulu, Oahu

Star rating

Standard Room
City View Room
Ocean View Room
Lobby
Ocean View Double
Premier Ocean View
Deck Bar
Lobby
Standard Room
City View Room
Ocean View Room
Lobby
Ocean View Double
Premier Ocean View
Deck Bar
Lobby

The hotel

Named after the beloved wife of Hawaii’s last king, Queen Kapiolani is something of a Waikiki landmark, paying homage to Hawaii’s majestic heritage and unique culture with a modern twist. Overlooking the sandiest stretch of Waikiki Beach, guests can enjoy stunning views of Diamond Head from the balconies of their newly renovated rooms, each and every one of them furnished in breezy Island style. As a change from the beach, laze beside the pool instead, dipping in every now and again to cool off. Although there are restaurants all around you, the hotel’s own Kulana is highly recommended, not just for buffet favourites but for its sweeping panoramic views! Pre-dinner, chill awhile at the Deck Pool, sipping on your favourite cocktail – a Mai Tai perhaps?

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Close to Beach
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Located within minutes to Waikiki Beach with direct views of Diamond Head. Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park nearby.

Hotel information

315 renovated rooms. All with air-conditioning, cable TV with premium channels, telephone, WiFi*, fridge, safe, hairdryer, iron and board. Double City View Room with 1 double bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Diamond Head View Room with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Oceanview Room with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Deck Bar and Grill, Knots Coffee Roasters. Swimming pool. WiFi*. 24-hour fitness centre. Yoga classes*. 24-hour front desk. Laundry/dry cleaning self service*. Shops. Valet parking $60 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Room categories excluding a resort fee will pay a resort fee of $45 plus tax, per room per night, payable locally (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: Welcome Hawaiian juice upon arrival, 2 QK bottled waters (souvenir gifts), highspeed wireless internet access (guestrooms and public areas), 24 hour fitness center, in room digital safe, in room refrigerator, QK Hawaii postcards, sunscreen, ice/water stations, use of business center, unlimited local and toll-free telephone calls, daily surf demonstrations at Hans Hedemann Surf School. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (2039)
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  • Average (161)
  • Poor (74)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very very bad

Apr 1, 2026 harry p

Very bad room please avoid to go there . Nothing close to what they put in pics . Small antes on sofa . Terrible experience we had to book another hotel and haven’t got refunded at all .
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very good stay!

Apr 1, 2026 Scott Y

I am giving this review a rating of excellent because it was better than the next down rating of “GOOD”. Staff definitely get a rating of excellent. I was treated kindly and respectfully from the moment I arrived early to check in my baggage until I left. I honestly can’t think of a single negative or questionable interaction with staff.… Read more
I am giving this review a rating of excellent because it was better than the next down rating of “GOOD”. Staff definitely get a rating of excellent. I was treated kindly and respectfully from the moment I arrived early to check in my baggage until I left. I honestly can’t think of a single negative or questionable interaction with staff. Housekeeping was fantastic. The restaurant was better than I expected and would have eaten there more if I didn’t realize it before my last full day of the stay. The room was very spacious for a single room single bed (king size I think). The patio was big enough to sit and not necessarily feel too cramped. As far as possible negatives, my room did show minor wear and tear, nothing at all major, I’m being really picky here, like small chips in the paint on the bathroom door and just minor things like that. All furniture and fixtures appeared to be in new shape. I had a zoo, diamond head & ocean view room. Both nice to look at, but that also put me above the pool which was loud at times (please note that I went during spring break and a large group of kids that preformed in a parade stayed there) . After 10pm it was much quieter. You will hear traffic on the diamond head side, and you will hear roosters that live near the zoo. My guess is the higher you are the less outside noise you will get . My room did have rooms perpendicular to mine, not a problem, just had to make sure blinds are down when you come out of the shower to change in the bedroom area. The rooms have both full privacy and semi transparent pull down shades for different levels of privacy or light. One note on the black out shade, they do not completely black out light like black out curtains do. I only mention this because I am a day sleeper at home and have full black out curtains. They do black out enough that I comfortably fell asleep mid day. The non positives were all very minor and would probably be the same at most hotels. . Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful view, comfortable bed.

Apr 1, 2026 Flyer208157

The view of the ocean and diamond Head as morning broke was amazing. Steps from the beach. There is a $40 daily parking fee and a hospitality fee.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Horrible hotel rooms/barhrooms

Mar 31, 2026 Tamika H

I was not happy with this hotel at all. The bathroom has mold in there. As soon as you walk into your room the strong smell of mildew hits you. Instead of treating the mold inside the bathroom they tried to cover it up. Balcony are rusted and outdated. Staff is very sweet but the condition of the hotel rooms and bathroom is horrible. My friends… Read more
I was not happy with this hotel at all. The bathroom has mold in there. As soon as you walk into your room the strong smell of mildew hits you. Instead of treating the mold inside the bathroom they tried to cover it up. Balcony are rusted and outdated. Staff is very sweet but the condition of the hotel rooms and bathroom is horrible. My friends room was the same way. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great hotel, but needs TLC

Mar 31, 2026 Karen G

The staff was friendly and welcoming. The hotel was perfectly located in walking distance of many attractions, i. e., the zoo, Waikīkī beach, many stores and restaurants, etc. The room however was very small and is in dire need of a deep cleaning and maintenance. The carpet was stained and very dirty. The bathroom is in need of maintenance. The… Read more
The staff was friendly and welcoming. The hotel was perfectly located in walking distance of many attractions, i. e., the zoo, Waikīkī beach, many stores and restaurants, etc. The room however was very small and is in dire need of a deep cleaning and maintenance. The carpet was stained and very dirty. The bathroom is in need of maintenance. The toilet lid did not fit the tank and moved around when I sat on the toilet. The bathtub drain was cracked around the rim, the coating was lifting and there was mold around the faucet seals. The label on the dispenser for hair conditioner had been replaced with a paper label covered with tape making it looked cheap and shoddy. Investment in a label maker would easily solve this problem. Lastly, the walls were dirty and the bathroom floor tiles were scratched and also looked dirty. My biggest issue however is being charged for my room when I needed to postpone my visit due to the severe Kona storms. I was in Maui visiting my son when travel alerts were issued to stay off the roads due to danger of flooding, falling trees, etc. Additionally my son’s home was struck by a falling tree. When I called to reschedule my arrival for a couple of days later due to the travel restrictions and a family issue, I was told I would be charged for the room as it was outside the cancellation window. Because of the severe weather conditions I feel this charge could have been waived in a gesture of good will. Nonetheless, I may stay there again as it is perfectly located for my needs. Read less