Ka Laʻi Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & ResortsvsOutrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Both Honua Kai Resort & Spa and Trump International Hotel Waikiki are highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, Trump International Hotel Waikiki scores slightly better than Honua Kai Resort & Spa. Trump International Hotel Waikiki ranks #20 in Hawaii with approval from 9 reviewers including Travel + Leisure, Star Service and Frommer's.
Ka Laʻi Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts
223 Saratoga Road, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $384/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The luxury hotel, made up of condominium units, has only one caveat: It's not on the beach." Full review
Concierge
"The prime location, across the street from the beach and just off Waikiki's crowded main strip, adds to one's impression of being a wealthy local here, rather than a tourist."
Fodor's
"One of the chicest hotels on the Waikiki scene, Trump has been drawing rave reviews since its opening in November 2009." Full review
Star Service
"Adjacent to the blue-collar-friendly Embassy Suites Waikiki Beach Walk, and around the corner from the superior Halekulani, this overly glitzy operation from Donald Trump is an impressive..." Full review
Gayot
"Since opening in 2009, this Trump property has re-set the bar of excellence for Hawaii luxury hotels."
Zagat
4.3
"The place to "see and be seen in Hawaii", this 38-floor "luxury" resort opened with a splash in 2009 across the street from the beach."
Condé Nast Traveler
85.2
"This 38-story hotel adjacent to Waikiki’s beaches, with views of the Ko‘olau Mountains, is "pure bliss."" Full review
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(Request a room overlooking the green expanse of Fort DeRussy and the ocean beyond.
Travel + Leisure
"Just feet from Waikiki’s famous white sand, Trump’s 38-story tower has 180 studios and 120 one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"If the Trump brand is synonymous with luxury, then Trump International Hotel Waikiki Beach Walk lives up to its name." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"An ocean-view luxury property located a nine-minute walk from world famous Waikiki Beach. The 350 apartment-style units have bright, earth-toned interiors, high-end kitchens and private balconies" Full review
Outrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa
130 Kai Malina Parkway, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
From $384/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Gayot
"This 618-suite resort is situated atop 38 acres in a prime North Beach Kaanapali location."
Fodor's
"Two high-rise towers contain these individually-owned eco-friendly (and family-friendly) units combining the conveniences of a condo with the full service of a hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Honua Kai Resort & Spa, made up of individually owned units, combines hotel amenities in an upscale condominium complex." Full review
Zagat
4.7
""It has it all" rave fans of this "classy" condo resort set on "lush" grounds along Kaanapali Beach, with "huge" suites that are "nothing short of fantastic.""
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This all-suite resort resides on 38 acres right off of Kaanapali North Beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Situated at the northern end of Ka'anapali Resort, Honua Kai is one of the island's most comfortable beachfront resorts." Full review
Frommer's
"Since opening in 2009, this North Kaanapali Beach resort has quickly become a favorite with residents and locals alike." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This breezy oasis in northern Kaʻanapali feels less frenetic than similar properties along Kaʻanapali Beach 2 miles south." Full review