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Waimea Plantation CottagesvsDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach
Waimea Plantation Cottages and DoubleTree by Hilton Alana - Waikiki Beach are both highly recommended by writers. On balance, Waimea Plantation Cottages is preferred by most reviewers compared to DoubleTree by Hilton Alana - Waikiki Beach. Waimea Plantation Cottages comes in at 80 with accolades from 7 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Gayot.
Waimea Plantation Cottages
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9400 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96796
From $216/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "That’s what you’ll find at this 30-acre oceanfront enclave of restored vintage cottages, spread among large lawns dotted with coconut palms, banyan trees, and tropical flowers." Full review
Gayot "Located about an hour from the Lihue Airport, this beachfront collection of vintage-themed cottages is a wonderful place to relax and renew your mind and soul."
DK Eyewitness "Step back into old Hawai‘i at these wonderful seaside plantation cottages, set in a coconut grove at the gateway to Waimea Canyon."
Fodor's "History buffs will adore these relocated and refurbished sugar-plantation cottages, which were originally built in the early 1900s." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Completely unlike any other hotel accommodation on Kauai, the upper-middle-range Waimea Plantation Cottages offers visitors a unique approach to the typical Hawaiian vacation." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A former oceanfront sugar plantation on the western side of Hawaii's "Garden Isle" is a perfect base-camp for travelers who want to explore Kauai's natural wonders." Full review
Fodor's "This casual eatery is located in the equally laid-back Waimea Plantation Cottages; it's a great place to sit with a cocktail and watch the sun set." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This sleepy, family owned idyll on Kauai’s remote west side is comprised of 61 relocated sugar plantation workers’ cottages dating from the late 19th to early 20th century." Full review
Frommer's "The charmingly rustic but airy cottages feature full kitchens, lanais, and modern perks such as Wi-Fi, A/C (window units), and flatscreen TVs." Full review
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Tip: Gardenview units have the lowest rates.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The 57 tin-roofed, clapboard, pastel-painted sweethearts with wide porches and rattan seating are scattered over a wide lawn." Full review
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach Frommer's Fodor's Oyster DK Eyewitness
Star Service Gayot
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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."
