Title: Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/1a1ac24f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/0f3a2c98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/0e682ede.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/e9578848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35837800/35837730/d516af75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Across the street from Hilo's most beautiful beaches, Leleiwi offers an immersive Hawaiian experience. With its historical and cultural significance, this extraordinary property features Ka Wai Ola (Living Springs), pristine ponds that rise and fall with the tide where you can swim in private serenity. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo This extraordinary property is across the street from the most beautiful beaches in Hilo. This property, with multiple Ka Wai Ola, (Living Springs) offers you all that Hawaii Island has to offer. Once only a place for Hawaii's royalty, we offer this very special property with historical and cultural significance. Beautiful ocean, offering wonderful views and the sweet sound of waves breaking on the rocks. The pristine ponds on the property rise and fall with the tide where you can swim and lounge in privacy. Newly remodeled, and renovated, designed by Keala Wolf, and maintaining the look and feel of the "old Hawaii", there's no better place to experience what it means to be part of the Hawaiian culture. Immerse yourself in a magical place, and find the peace only available by the ocean in Leleiwi on Hawaii island. The Nature Conservancy along with the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and the University of Hawaii at Hilo are conducting a global climate study at this very special property. \*\*Each bedroom has Air Conditioning Double pane windows and Private bathroom. \*\*All bedrooms have Serta Presidential mattresses. \*\*Custom Living Room Furniture. \*\*Reclaimed teak dinning table sitting 8. \*\*Bar B Que \*\*Hardwood floors A new security system looks out onto the grounds and street beyond. No cameras see the house or lanai. The house has an unusual configuration. The back two bedrooms, each with their own bathroom and A/C, are accessed from the covered lanai, and therefore have their own entrances. Tweens and teenagers love it, but it might be inappropriate for small children. STVR Registration Number:19-360051 Non-conforming Use Certificate Number:19-1279 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18765000/18764920/w782h613x0y1-50dbbd06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Frt.-Best Hilo Swim Lagoons, Turtles @ Richardsons Beach Keaukaha - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 94 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=18764920&PinnedHotelID=18764920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33505400/33505345/745299bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number GE-047-798-0672-01, TA-047-798-0672-01 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Nicest Vacation Rental Hilo House Nicest Vacation Rental House Nicest Vacation Rental Hilo Nicest Vacation Rental Private vacation home Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Hilo Hilo Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Private vacation home Private vacation home Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi ON Hawaii Island Hilo House Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi Hawaii Island House Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi ON Hawaii Island Hilo Gated Private Mini Estate Leleiwi Hawaii Island Nicest Vacation Rental in Hilo! Nicest Vacation Rental In Hilo ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.73312%2C-155.01620&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KBLSB407yY8hG-SHJkRvxGHSIbI=) Hilo, HI #### What's nearby - Richardson's Ocean Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Carlsmith Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile - Onekahakaha Beach Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles - Keaukaha Beach Park - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles - Port of Hilo - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles #### Getting around - Hilo, HI (ITO-Hilo Intl.) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ken's House of Pancakes - ‬10 min drive - ‪Verna's Drive In - ‬10 min drive - ‪Ka Lihikai - ‬11 min drive - ‪Big Island Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min drive - ‪Ocean Front Kitchen - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo located? > Nestled on the beach, this Keaukaha holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Richardson's Ocean Park and Carlsmith Beach Park. Onekahakaha Beach Park and Keaukaha Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private home across the street from the beach. Minutes from downtown Hilo Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 70 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo getaway Nice taste of the big Island! ##### David P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bri S. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best spot in Hilo! We've stayed here before and it never disappoints. Clean, spacious, and great for families. ##### Bri S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kuira Y. 6 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a great home!!!! Perfect place to stay while visiting hilo!!!! ##### Kuira Y. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim F. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home Next to Amazing Beaches We enjoyed our stay at this home in Hilo. Staying in Hilo saved us a lot of drive time when exploring Volcano National Park, Mauna Kea, and all the beautiful waterfalls in the area. Just walk across the street to enjoy the some amazing beaches. The house was beautifully updated; every bathroom was amazing. The layout worked great, giving our adult children some privacy. Our family enjoyed sitting around the large dining table on the patio in the evenings and spending an afternoon watching the locals "cruise" the street in front of the house. The street noise mostly ended at night, but sleeping with a sound machine canceled out any lingering noise. It was also fun to watch the ponds rise and fall with the tide. I would definitely recommend this rental. ##### Kim F. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bill h. 26 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### review the property was very clean. we have been to Hawaii the last 4 years and this is by far the best place we have stayed in. The pictures on VRBO are just like the place looks. ##### bill h. Stayed 11 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan S. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time in Hawaii We had a wonderful stay! The house was beautiful. The kitchen was well equipped. The grounds were so pretty. We saw turtles in the ocean right across the street. Our group was 6 adults(3 couples) and there was plenty of room for us to be together or to have a quiet spot. Highly recommend this place. Pepe our host was easy to contact. ##### Susan S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Darren M. 9 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### MT TRAINING GREAT HOUSE ##### Darren M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John E. 27 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous location with an outstanding property. We loved the relaxed atmosphere of the area and the house was beautiful! I would go back again! Pepe made it so easy for us to get into the house (we got in rather late on our first day). Awesome home and property manager. ##### John E. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### John O. 19 Nov 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay near Hilo Good location across the street from snorkeling. Well equipped house. Back two bedrooms smell musty just spite they’re being air purifiers. House was not as clean as we would’ve expected and could use some maintenance. ##### John O. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicki B. 7 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Healing Pond House Our stay at the lovely healing pond house in Hilo was amazing! It was everything that we hoped it would be. It was clean, updated, in a beautiful location, close to snorkeling and town. Swimming in the pond was a wonderful experience as well. We would definitely recommend it and stay there again. ##### Nicki B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel B. 8 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just perfect We loved having the beach across the street. Sunrise out on the rocks. Fish and frogs and geckos greeted us. And the A/C was wonderful. ##### Daniel B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura P. 11 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hilo First time in Hilo, house was great, swimming just down the street for ocean water, fresh cold water across the street. ##### Laura P. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dede R. 29 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place Peaceful, quiet area, clean and cool property (literally and descriptively!) with separate AC controls in each of the 3 bedrooms. Bathrooms were amazing!! Loved the pond with fish and all of the outdoor spaces. Very easy drive to Hilo and great nearby restaurants - Seaside was wonderful!! Ocean access just across the street at 3 different public parks. Area felt very safe. ##### Dede R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Serge A. 9 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for Sharing with other Couples Ideally situated property. A short drive from the airport and across the street from an Ocean park. The property itself is uniquely designed with 3 separate units (main house with 1 bedroom), and two attached rooms with their own access (like a mini motel). This was ideal for us, 3 couples travelling together. Bathrooms and Kitchen are modern and clean. ##### Serge A. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan O. 22 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little bit of paradise We made ourselves at home quickly here and really didn’t want to leave. The ponds were ever changing and fun to explore. Just across the street is paradise and perfectly picturesque. Enjoy the walk either way down the coast. The lanai was perfect all day and night to relax on. The house had everything we needed. We’ll be back. Hilo has so much to offer. ##### Ryan O. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa B. 22 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### fun stay in Hilo This house is amazing. We loved the three private en suite bedrooms and expansive outdoor spaces to read, play games, eat meals, and generally enjoy vacation time. Proximity to the beach was perfect for us. Some people might not like the road noise. It did not bother us in the least. The quick steps to the beach was an even trade of for us. ##### Lisa B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabell F., Hawaii 17 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Repeat Visitor We live in Hawaii Island and first visited as a family while I was pregnant in June of 2021 and because we loved it so much we have made it a tradition to come back every July since. So we have celebrated my sons first and second birthdays here. Pepe is always happy to accommodate at any time and he’s been great! Looking forward to future stays at the beach house ##### Isabell F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephan S. 9 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy #### Lovely Site in Hilo The property is well maintained, clean and as advertised. Note that the ice maker was nonfunctional and my text asking whether there might be ice trays we could use was answered informing me that I could buy ice in town. Uncertain whether every weekend is like this but the scene on the road out front was a bit much with locals racing by and burning rubber for much of the day. We were amazed to not see a single cop car go buy despite the scene. ##### Stephan S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura J., San Francisco 31 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical and even better than expected!! The pictures don’t show the magic of sitting on the lanai overlooking the beautiful ponds (with a koi) to the dramatic ocean. We spent a lot of time on the lanai when not walking to the beaches right across the road. So cool! We saw sea turtles there and went into the water everyday. The location is great- close to town, easy to get to everything on that side of the island. The beds are comfortable and nice linens and towels are used. Bathrooms are very attractive and each has a double sink. Plus there’s a half bath near the kitchen. We only cooked breakfast- there are plenty of dishes, utensils and pots & pans. We loved staying here and definitely recommend it. Thank you, Pepe!! ##### Laura J. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paricia S. 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful Lanai Rain or shine the place to be in Hawai’i is a Lanai facing the ocean and the house Keaukaha in Hilo fits the bill. The house is a tastefully remodeled historic plantation house, although we only used it to sleep and cook. The beds are very comfortable, and the large showers invigorating. We spent the majority of our time in the fresh air of the Lanai and the parks across the street. From the comfort of the Lanai we viewed 3 species of Hawaiian endemic birds: the Nene - more beautiful than I imagined, ‘i’o - Hawaiian hawk carrying a large branch in her talons over the driveway and into the backyard, and the male ‘Aku’u (black crowned night heron) in his breeding plumage impersonating a statue. But my grandsons will be left with memories of Kai the Koi and the Green Sea Turtles at Richardson’s beach. ##### Paricia S. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles L. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Hilo Vacation Rental I’d rate this vacation rental a 8.5 out of 10. The good points - Large master bedroom and large en suite. The other 2 large bedrooms each have their own en suites. But each are accessed through exterior doors. All 3 bedrooms have their own AC unit which made it very comfortable to sleep. This property is an easy drive to Volcano National Park. Beautiful front lanai with gorgeous partial view of the ocean across the street, perfect for morning coffee or reading a book. Short walk to Richardson Beach. Short drive to downtown Hilo and supermarket/restaurants. Negative points - loud street noise from “cruising” vehicles on Saturday and Sunday evenings. Outside dining only so must use bug spray. No AC in living room and kitchen but I should have left the master bedroom door open and used a fan to cool off the common area. ##### Charles L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tifany T., Rancho Santa Margarita 12 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rainforest heaven This is a great 3bed 3 1-2 bath home. Each room has private bathroom. Bedrooms have their own entrance and AC unit which is very helpful. The main living room and kitchen doesnt have ac so cooking was a little tough for us because it got hot. The grounds are amazingly beautiful, the pond was very pretty, cold to swim but beautiful. You are in the rainforest so expect it to be buggy, I have allergies to mosquitoes so I lived in DEET, and lavender oil. Beware Deet does kill coral so wash it off before going into the ocean. Also this is the rocky side of the island, white sandy beaches are on the kona side. However, if you're looking for a true hawaiian experience with super friendly locals, you have to stay here. ##### Tifany T. Stayed 9 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy M. 6 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Property We had a wonderful stay at Pepe’s place during Labor Day weekend while attending a volleyball tournament in Hilo for our high school daughter. The property is absolutely gorgeous and exudes a serene, zen-like atmosphere. We particularly enjoyed the lovely ponds and watching the koi swim gracefully. The location was perfect for us—each morning, we took a short walk across the street to enjoy the beautiful beaches and lagoons. The house was well-equipped for our five-day stay, and the AC units in the bedrooms kept us comfortably cool at night, ensuring a great night's sleep. Traveling with our young adult kids (ages 18-20), we appreciated the two separate bedrooms and bathrooms apart from the main house. It offered them a bit more privacy, which they really enjoyed. One thing to note is that the street can get busy in the afternoons and evenings, as people cruise the strip. The nearby beach also becomes quite lively with locals enjoying their time and playing music. We ended up making some new friends and even shared a few beers with the locals, which added a fun, spontaneous element to our trip! Overall, Pepe’s place was a fantastic choice for our stay, and we highly recommend it. ##### Amy M. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Whitney D., Helena, MT 6 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location, lovely lanai and pond We really loved the location and sitting on the lanai watching the koi swim around. There were also some baby piggies that visited the property and the kids loved watching them. The bathrooms and kitchen were all in great shape. The beach parks were stunning and right out in front or a short walk. We really loved Hilo in general. A couple of things to note about this place: locals do like to play loud music while recreating at the beach park out front. It didn't bother us too much though. The back patio could use a cleaning and an update but we really didn't use it because the front was so nice. Lastly, I would not recommend jumping into the pond. A couple of us got bit by something in there. We could see the little welt bites. There is a warning in the book about it. Best to just admire the ponds. ##### Whitney D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property with Koi pond and easy beach access This is one of the most beautiful properties we’ve ever stayed at with unique tile and comfortable beds and lots of outside spaces. I really appreciated leftover items from previous guests in kitchen although I didn’t use much. Too many properties we stay in don’t even have salt and pepper! We were 6 adults so bedrooms with outside entrances were great. I think the ponds would be a bit scary for me when my kids were under 5-6. Black sand beach is a short walk up the road. Pools estuary pools that lots of families were using were right across the street. Birds and ocean and pools made sitting outside very nice. Only negative is that local teenagers parked and played music loudly pretty often. Mostly that stopped by about 9:00 pm. Of course that is not something owners can control. Area and Hilo as a whole is not very touristy-mostly local families. Loved shaved ice by farmers market, Lyman museum is a hidden gem. Planetarium was not as good as expected. Banyan street and coconut island were better than expected. ##### Virginia Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Waikiki-Beach-Resort-Spa.h19988.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kahala Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Kahala-Hotel-Resort.h28496.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Vacation Club The Modern Honolulu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Modern-Honolulu.h3855608.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hilton-Hawaiian-Village-Waikiki-Beach-Resort.h13857.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-OHANA-Waikiki-East-By-Outrigger.h14848.Hotel-Information) > > [Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Moana-Surfrider.h15534.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-OUTRIGGER-Waikiki-Beach-Resort.h13791.Hotel-Information) > > [Queen Kapiolani Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Queen-Kapiolani-Hotel.h234.Hotel-Information) > > [The Imperial Hawaii Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Imperial-Hawaii-Resort.h6822419.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Sheraton-Princess-Kaiulani.h18246.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Grand-Wailea-Maui.h7867.Hotel-Information) > > [Prince Waikiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Prince-Waikiki.h287.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hilton-Waikiki-Beach.h25227.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Waikiki-Beach.h2766.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Kona Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kailua-Kona-Hotels-Royal-Kona-Resort.h25276.Hotel-Information) > > [Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Ala-Moana-Hotel.h25198.Hotel-Information) > > [The Twin Fin Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-The-Twin-Fin-Hotel.h34498.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel La Croix](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Hotel-LaCroix.h49776.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Sheraton-Waikiki.h7385.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Shore Waikiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Park-Shore-Waikiki.h13853.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Koloa-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Kauai-Resort-And-Spa.h22122.Hotel-Information) > > [Oasis Hotel Waikiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Aqua-Oasis.h18840.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Resort-Maui-At-Wailea.h14336.Hotel-Information) > > ['Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Alohilani-Resort-Waikiki-Beach.h21781.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-OUTRIGGER-Reef-Waikiki-Beach-Resort.h23249.Hotel-Information) > > [Aston Waikiki Beach Tower](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Aston-Waikiki-Beach-Tower.h24955.Hotel-Information) > > [OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Waikiki-Beachcomber-By-Outrigger.h21123568.Hotel-Information) > > [Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Wailea-Beach-Resort-Marriott.h20303.Hotel-Information) > > [Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotels-Waikiki-Beach-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h5306.Hotel-Information) ### Packages > [Amsterdam Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam.d178229.Holidays-City-Breaks)