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The Modern HonoluluvsOutrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
Both properties are rated highly by writers. On balance, The Modern Honolulu ranks slightly higher than Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. The Modern Honolulu ranks #17 in Hawaii with accolades from 12 publications including Afar Magazine, Mr & Mrs Smith and Jetsetter.
The Modern Honolulu
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1775 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $219/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Opened in October 2010, the first of Ian Schrager's Edition concept hotels (for Marriott) is predictably pretentious, but dazzles."
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Ask for a corner double with views of the property's two pools and part of the beach.
Jetsetter "The hipsters of Honolulu were clamoring for a new hangout, and the arrival of this Ian Schrager-designed hotel answered their call." Full review
Fodor's "Gen Xers will immediately feel at home in this edgy hotel with an eye to slick design." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A non-beach location next to Waikiki’s Yacht Harbor hasn’t stopped The Modern Honolulu from exuding an oceanfront sensibility." Full review
Star Service "Since its transition, this place has proven that there is a place in Waikiki for a hotel dedicated to forward urban design and adult entertainment." Full review
Gayot "Schrager's creative direction is evident in all aspects of this hotel, from the bi-level pools overlooking an outdoor theater... to the tropical-urban style in the 353 guest rooms and suites."
Afar Magazine "A dream come true for those young urbanites who never quite felt at home in the more traditional Hawaiian resorts." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "For those who like their hotels on the modern, sleek side, this is your best bet in Honolulu." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Modern Honolulu and its brooding Addiction nightclub is a hip Waikiki hangout day and night." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Say Aloha to Modern Honolulu hotel a minimalist Hawaiian haven with two pools, four bars, a cool nightclub and a buzzy restaurant just a stroll from Waikiki Beach." Full review
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I choose The Scarlet Letter: Stolichnaya vodka, flash infused with fresh pineapple and orange, bound in cranberry and served over seltzer.
Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort Fodor's
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Frommer's Show All Reviews
2169 Kalia Rd., Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $209/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "What had been a plain but pleasant oceanfront bargain now offers polished elegance in keeping with its prime location." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"In short, one of the best Waikiki choices in its price range." Full review
Lonely Planet "Looking sharp after a recent remodel, this Outrigger eschews the hoity-toity attitudes of its higher-priced beachfront neighbors." Full review
Travel + Leisure "With direct access to Waikiki Beach, the Outrigger Reef on the Beach resort has a decidedly Hawaiian feel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located right on the beach near Ft. DeRussy, this hotel’s highlights are a swimming pool, nightly Hawaiian entertainment, and the oceanside Serenity Spa."
Star Service "Located near its peer and sibling, Outrigger Waikiki, this place continues to be one of Waikiki's busiest beach hotels, and standards are the highest this chain has to offer." Full review
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Keep in mind that there is a big difference between the Oceanfront and Ocean View, with Oceanfront being the ones to request.
BlackBook "On one of the prime oceanfront spots in the Beachwalk area of Waikiki sits this longtime favorite hotel."
Gayot "Now the queen of the Outrigger empire, this non-smoking property underwent a complete $110 million makeover to create an elegant oceanfront haven offering a commitment to Hawaiian culture."
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Be sure to visit the poolside Kani Ka Pila Grille, where island entertainment is featured every night from 6 to 9 p.m. The property's highlights include its oceanfront location and full service amenities, including an on-site car rental and complimentary day spa and fitness center.
Condé Nast Traveler86.0
"Following a $110 million renovation, this Waikiki resort has spanking-new rooms, three new restaurants, an expanded spa, and a rebuilt pool and deck." Full review
Frommer's "With lovely Hawaiian cultural touches. You’ll find the outrigger theme throughout the hotel...tasteful Hawaiian decor, rooms are spacious" Full review
