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Hotel RenewvsDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach
Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Hotel Renew scores slightly better than DoubleTree by Hilton Alana - Waikiki Beach. Hotel Renew ranks #24 in Hawaii with approval from 11 publications like The Telegraph, Gayot and Star Service.
Hotel Renew
Concierge
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Afar Magazine
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129 Paoakalani Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "The 72-room Hotel Renew, Waikiki's only "design hotel," is a favorite among fashion and film industry types from New York and California."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"A top pick for those who want more than a budget hotel but less than a mega resort, this affordable, 72-room boutique a block from the beach is high on style, but short on amenities." Full review
Lonely Planet "Just a half-block from the beach, this ecoconscious, gay-friendly boutique hotel satisfies sophisticated urbanites nursing romantic island dreams with stylish, design-savvy rooms."
Travel + Leisure "Steps from Waikiki Beach, this 72-room boutique hotel has an elegant Zen-like quality, thanks to acclaimed San Francisco–based furnishings designer Jiun Ho." Full review
DK Eyewitness "With only 72 guest rooms, Renew provides an intimate atmosphere in keeping with its spirit of wellness and tranquility."
Star Service "Superior to anything in Aqua's arsenal, guests here find high-quality modern fashions in both the common areas and the accommodations." Full review
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Avoid lower floors, as noise from adjacent properties and from the street can be an issue.
Gayot "Talk about making a silk purse out of a sow's ear --- with new ownership, this property has gone from shabby and claustrophobic to hip, trendy and fashionable."
Zagat "Half a block from Waikiki Beach, this chic retreat sports serene decor created by San Francisco designer Jiun Ho."
Afar Magazine "With its shiny black surfaces and gray-on-gray color scheme, this sleek little hotel set back on a busy Waikiki corner would be at home in any major city." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"With dark interiors, bubbling fountains and custom-made guestroom scents selected from the 'aroma bar' at check-in, brooding boutique Hotel Renew offers a peaceful respite from the sunny chaos of Waikiki’s beaches." Full review
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach
Frommer's
Fodor's Oyster DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
1956 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-1897
From $131/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "This boutique hotel operated by the Hilton Hawaiian Village is a welcome oasis of beauty, comfort, and service." Full review
Fodor's "Its location—a 10-minute walk from the Hawaii Convention Center—and its 24-hour business center and gym meet the requirements of the Doubletree's global business clientele." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"It's a decent choice for business and the rooms were renovated in late 2010." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This small boutique hotel has a great reputation for hospitality."
Star Service "The Doubletree Alana is an underdog that is frequently overlooked in favor of the landmark, midrange properties closer to the beach." Full review
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Deluxe corner units on the top three floors are the ones to request.
Gayot "This renovated boutique hotel offers the perfect location for business travelers and vacationers alike."
BlackBook "Just around the corner from the Hawaii Convention Center, this off-beach property attracts a business crowd rather than a funseeking one."
