Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach ResortvsThe Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas
Both properties are rated highly by experts. Overall, Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort scores significantly better than The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort comes in at 86 with praise from 11 reviews including Zagat, BlackBook and Fodor's.
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort Show All Reviews
2005 Kalia Road, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $180/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Location, location, location: this megaresort and convention destination sprawls over 22 acres on Waikiki's widest stretch of beach." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The largest resort in Hawaii is a veritable village, with five towers, five pools, 20 bars and restaurants, 90 shops, direct beach access, and a separate lagoon." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The only true mega-resort in Waikiki, the 22-acre Hilton is a self-contained, fantasy island 'village'."
DK Eyewitness
"Situated on the widest stretch of Waikīkī Beach, this huge hotel has six towers, five pools, over 90 shops, 20 lounges and restaurants, a spa, and tropical gardens."
Star Service
"This remains Waikiki's biggest and best all-around resort, and like its Waikoloa sibling, it has at least a little something for everyone." Full review
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Guests booked here should request even-numbered units for views of the marina and downtown Honolulu or odd-numbered units on upper floors for postcard panoramas of Diamond Head.
Gayot
"This non-smoking hotel celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2011 and remains one of the largest oceanfront resorts in the world."
BlackBook
"Glitzy, glamorous Hawaiian Village is a city unto itself. The hotel is the largest Hilton in the world and promises constant activities."
Zagat
4.2
"A "mini-city of its own", this "classic" "high-energy" high-rise "super-resort" sits on a "wide" stretch of beach in the "heart of Waikiki" and boasts "moon-over-the-ocean" views."
The Telegraph
6.0
"This huge resort is one of three Hilton properties in Waikiki, boasting 20 restaurants and lounges, seven room towers and 90 shops, and doing the job of getting you affordably on Waikiki’s coveted white sand strip." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The expansive Hilton Hawaiian Village, the largest resort in Hawaii, is comprised of five towers housing 3,386 guest rooms and offers on-site amenities for vacationers." Full review
The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas
3838 Wyllie Road, Princeville, Kauai, HI 96722
From $327/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Gayot
"This property is popular with the timeshare crowd for its spacious units and spectacular views."
Zagat
4.7
"These timeshare villas perched "atop beachside cliffs"... are enveloped in "lush" grounds, with "spacious", "modern" rooms."
Fodor's
"The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas marries the comforts of condominium living with the top-notch service and amenities of a luxurious hotel resort." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"First off, one of the pools at this resort has a pirate ship in the middle—which all by itself is enough to drive many kids wild." Full review
Frommer's
"Superb “vacation ownership” property that nonetheless offers nightly rentals, this 18 1/2-acre bluffside resort is a winner with families and couples seeking condo-style units with resort furnishings." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This sprawling, family-friendly retreat is found atop a cliff on the northernmost reaches of verdant Kauai." Full review
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There may not be easy beach access, but there are four pools to choose from.
Frommer's
"In contrast to the hotel-style Westin (see below), this elegant condo complex is so enormous it has two separate lobbies." Full review
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Tip: Ask for some leeway with the 4pm check-in and 10am checkout times.
Frommer's
"A superb “vacation ownership” property that nonetheless offers nightly rentals, this 18 1/2-acre bluffside resort is a winner with families and couples seeking condo-style units with resort furnishings and amenities" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Each condo-like ‘villa’ boasts a full kitchen and washer-dryer, while studio units have kitchenettes; all share a multi-level, kid-friendly pool complex. The views are expansive." Full review