Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki BeachvsThe Inn at Mama's Fish House
Both The Inn at Mama's Fish House and Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa is preferred by most professionals compared to The Inn at Mama's Fish House. Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa ranks #15 in Hawaii with praise from 13 sources such as Afar Magazine, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach Show All Reviews
2365 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $224/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"This historic beauty—the oldest hotel in Waikiki—is still a wedding and honeymoon favorite with a sweeping main staircase and period furnishings in its historic Moana wing." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"As Waikiki's first hotel, the 1901 plantation-style oceanfront Moana Surfrider offers a dose of historic charm on one of the nicest -- albeit most congested -- stretches of Waikiki Beach." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The hotel's selling point is the historic main building: non-guests as well as guests are free to sit on the nostalgic, front-porch rocking chairs." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Meticulously restored 1901 Beaux-Arts property—the first hotel on Waikiki Beach—with an Old Hawaii vibe (afternoon tea is de rigueur), plus one of Waikiki's only beachfront spas." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Teatime on the Banyan Veranda will carry you back in time; enjoying contemporary Hawaiian entertainment in the same stunning setting is a highlight of any visit."
Star Service
"Located in the heart of old and new Waikiki, this hotel shares this famous stretch of the beach, as well as the top of the ranks, with its historic peer, the superior Royal Hawaiian." Full review
Gayot
"Built in 1901, this hotel deserves its title as The First Lady of Waikiki."
BlackBook
"At more than 100 years old, the Moana has retained its graciousness over the years. Heavy dose of charm offers relief in a jungle of post-70's behemoths."
Zagat
3.5
""Sip high tea on the veranda" of this "beautifully maintained" beachfront "legend", and be sure to "snag a rocking chair" on the porch to soak up the "gracious" "old-style Hawaii" ambiance."
Condé Nast Traveler
"The hotel is one of Waikiki's most historic, having opened in 1901; despite renovations and rebranding, it has maintained its classic appeal." Full review
The Inn at Mama's Fish House
799 Poho Place, Paia, Maui, HI 96779
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Gayot
"Fronting Kuau Cove, Mama's Fish House is one of the most highly regarded traditional seafood restaurants in the islands."
DK Eyewitness
"These comfortable, tropical one- and two-bedroom cottages are well appointed with retro Hawaiian-style rattan furniture, local artworks, and fully equipped kitchens."
Fodor's
"These well-maintained studios, suites, and one- and two-bedroom cottages have a retro-Hawaiian style with rattan furnishings and local artwork." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Tucked away in a small, intimate cove at the start of the Road to Hana, the Inn at Mama's is one of the island's best-kept lodging secrets." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This inn, connected to Mama’s Fish House on Maui’s North Shore, is a light, happy break from the mega-resorts." Full review
Frommer's
"The Gaudí-esque architect responsible for Mama’s Fish House also works his magic on a handful of private suites and cottages next door." Full review
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Keep in mind that this is the windward side of the island—and it’s often windy and rainy.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Maui’s most famous seafood restaurant has a dozen accommodations divided between cottages (studio, one bedroom, two bedrooms) and luxurious junior suites (adults only)." Full review