Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa
Hawaii · United States
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Character and identity
The "First Lady of Waikiki" opened in 1901 as Honolulu's first luxury hotel and sits on the National Register of Historic Places, its colonial-era frame layered with whimsical Art Deco and Bauhaus additions picked up over the decades. A 116-year-old Indian banyan presides over the courtyard. The property now spans 791 rooms across the original historic wing and a modern tower, with nearly 20 room types, three outdoor dining venues, Vintage 1901 wine bar for small plates, the casual Surfrider Cafe, a spa, and an oceanfront pool fronting Waikiki Beach.
Who's it for
Best for:
Couples and history-minded travellers who want a piece of Waikiki's origin story, architecture buffs drawn to the layered design vocabulary, and beach-goers happy to be in the middle of the action on Honolulu's busiest stretch of sand. Those who book the modern tower get the Diamond Head views.
Should look elsewhere:
Anyone after a quiet, intimate boutique stay should keep moving: at 791 rooms with a crowded public beach out front, this is a big resort experience. Historic-wing rooms tend to be small, and umbrellas on the sand require booking a day ahead.
Bottom line
This is a heritage property first and a beach resort second, and its appeal hinges on whether you want to sleep inside Waikiki's oldest hotel or simply find a room on the sand. Couples drawn to the period architecture should book the historic wing for character; view-seekers should take a Diamond Head room in the tower and reserve a beach umbrella the day before.
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What this place offers
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Public internet workstation
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Smoke-free property
- Credit cards
- Beach access
- Watercraft rental
- Boutique shopping
