ILIKAI HOTEL & LUXURY SUITES, Honolulu

The hotel sits next to Waikiki Beach and within 1 km of the Hawaii Convention Center. The Honolulu Zoo and International Market Place are a 10-minute drive away. Ala Moana Shopping Center is a 15-minute walk, and a Food Pantry grocery store is just 5 minutes away on foot. Bus and trolley stops are directly in front of the property. There is no hotel airport shuttle - Speedishuttle from the airport costs about $16+tax per person, and the cruise port is a 15-20 minute drive. The location scores highly for walkability to restaurants, shops, and the beach.

Room categories include Luxury (renovated) and LITE (not renovated, condition varies). Ocean-view suites are on the 22nd-25th floors with shower-only bathrooms (5-6 inch lip); rooms on the 2nd floor have bathtubs. The junior suites are studio-style with a king bed and sofa bed; one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites have separate bedrooms with doors. Maximum occupancy is 4 persons for standard luxury rooms; rollaway beds are available for $45+tax per night. Kitchens are fully equipped with stove, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, coffee maker, and cooking utensils. All units have air conditioning in both bedrooms and living area, an in-room safe, iron/board, and hair dryer. Note that some units on certain floors are privately owned condos and may differ slightly. For the best consistency, choose Luxury-category rooms.

The Diamond Head pool (lobby level) is open 7am-7:30pm with an adults-only period from 7am-8:30am; the Lokahi pool (2nd floor) is open 10am-6pm. Both are heated and provide towels, sun loungers, and umbrellas. The fitness centre includes a treadmill and basic equipment. The spa & wellness centre offers beauty services (hair styling, colouring, treatments) at an additional charge. There is no hot tub or jacuzzi. Live music and performances are held in the courtyard. The adjacent lagoon is ideal for swimming, and Waikiki Beach is steps away.

Private parking is valet-only at $45 per day with unlimited in/out privileges (reservation not needed). Wi-Fi is available throughout and included in the daily amenity fee. The 24-hour front desk can assist with early check-in ($75+tax for 10am guarantee) and luggage storage. Laundry facilities (credit/debit card, $3 wash, $3 dry) are located on every floor from the 3rd up; dry cleaning is also available. A minimarket, shared lounge/TV area, and vending machines are on site. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with lift access. Key card entry, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers are in place. Housekeeping is provided upon request for stays of 5+ nights. Cots are available. Note that some elevators may have intermittent issues, and hallways can feel warm.