Ka Laʻi Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & ResortsvsSheraton Princess Kaiulani
Both hotels are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Trump International Hotel Waikiki scores significantly higher than Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. Trump International Hotel Waikiki has a TripExpert Score of 85 with accolades from 9 publications like Star Service, Condé Nast Traveler and Zagat.
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
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
120 Kaiulani Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $123/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"Rooms are in two towers—some peer at the ocean over the Moana's low-rise historic wing. It's a two-minute stroll to the beach." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"It's nicely located -- in the heart of Waikiki -- but worn, noisy rooms, a limited staff, and poor maintenance drag this Sheraton below the standards of its competitors." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The wide, open lobby of the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is perhaps Waikiki's best spot for people-watching." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Along with spectacular views of natural blue Pacific and Diamond Head, the hotel showed its eco-commitment with heat pumps and exchangers to recover waste heat for hot water." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This comfortable hotel
has all the advantages of a Sheraton without the
oceanfront prices."
Star Service
"Located in central Waikiki opposite the Moana Surfrider, this is Sheraton's entry level hotel in Waikiki, a tried and true midrange "resort" for the masses." Full review
Gayot
"Across the street from Waikiki Beach and next door to the International Marketplace, this hotel occupies the beachside estate of Hawaii's Princess Kaiulani."
BlackBook
"Not for those who crave oceanfront luxury, but more of an off beach tourist hotel with droves of international visitors and just a few Americans."
Frommer's
"This hotel is prized for its moderate rates (for a Sheraton)." Full review