Lotus Honolulu at Diamond HeadvsHolualoa Inn
Both Holualoa Inn and Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Holualoa Inn ranks marginally higher than Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head. Holualoa Inn has a TripExpert Score of 76 with positive reviews from 4 publications such as Fodor's, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head
2885 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $179/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"Oahu roughly translates as “gathering place,” and with more residents and visitors than any other island in Hawaii, it makes good on that promise." Full review
i
Go to the beach early in the day and bring your mask and flippers for superb snorkeling.
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Formerly the W Waikiki, this scenic and stylish 50-room boutique hotel is about a block from the beach and a half-mile from Waikiki's crowds." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The former 'W' hotel has toned down its hip, cutting-edge design and ended up transformed into a classy, boutique-style destination hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This small luxury hotel at the foot of Diamond Head has light, airy rooms with Balinese furnishings."
Star Service
"Anchoring the south end of Waikiki (a five-minute stroll from the action), adjacent to tony Sans Souci Beach, this establishment is next to the more conservative but superior New Otani." Full review
i
Filtered views of the beach are the best you can ask for here, but it’s the Diamondhead vistas that get people’s attention.
BlackBook
"Formerly a W Hotel, little has changed in the Lotus takeover. Killer hotel with killer bars and restaurants to boot."
Gayot
"Formerly the W Honolulu, this chic hotel is a fusion of Asian-inspired decor and warm Hawaiian hospitality."
Travel + Leisure
"The Aqua Lotus at Diamond Head, formerly the W Waikiki, is a 50-room boutique hotel at the foot of Diamond Head and about a half-mile from the beach in Oahu’s Kapiolani Park." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Close enough for a quick stroll to all of the restaurants, cafes, and shops, the Lotus Honolulu is perfect for those who love to be in the thick of the action as well as peace and serenity. " Full review
Frommer's
"With dark hardwood floors, platform beds, granite-tiled bathrooms...little touches like morning yoga classes in the park make for a welcoming boutique experience." Full review
Holualoa Inn
76-5932 Mamalahoa Hwy, PO Box 222, Holualoa, Island of Hawaii, HI 96725
From $440/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"The 7,000-square-foot contemporary Hawaiian main building hosts six immaculate suites, all with warm hardwood floors, luxurious baths, and timeless furnishings." Full review
Gayot
"This contemporary inn offers luxurious outdoor/indoor living with its open floor plan and airy common areas."
Fodor's
"Six spacious rooms and suites—plus a private, vintage, one-bedroom cottage that's perfect for honeymooners—are available at this beautiful cedar home on a 30-acre coffee-country estate." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This luxurious, wooden, two-storey bungalow – originally built as a residence for a former publisher of Honolulu's main newspaper – has operated as a cosy six-room bed and breakfast for over 30 years." Full review
Frommer's
"The 7,000-square-foot contemporary Hawaiian main building hosts six immaculate suites, all with warm hardwood floors, luxurious baths, and timeless furnishings." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"From gleaming eucalyptus floors to river-rock showers, serene beauty shines in every soul-soothing detail." Full review