Title: Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=1488&destination=Honolulu%2C+Hawaii%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=122732519&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu ## Photo gallery for Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu ![Beach nearby - Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu (Honolulu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122740000/122732600/122732519/23245005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu (Honolulu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122740000/122732600/122732519/479411d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu (Honolulu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122740000/122732600/122732519/05f4334f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu (Honolulu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122740000/122732600/122732519/5a79b4fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu (Honolulu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122740000/122732600/122732519/720ef292.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Waikiki Beach Walk and Royal Hawaiian Center, Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu has plenty to offer. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHonolulu-Hotels-Stylish-1BR-Mountain-View-Suite-The-Grand-Islander-Honolulu.h122732519.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHonolulu-Hotels-Stylish-1BR-Mountain-View-Suite-The-Grand-Islander-Honolulu.h122732519.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Waikiki, a neighbourhood in Honolulu, this resort is in the mountains and near the beach. Waikiki Beach Walk and Ala Moana Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Harbor. Honolulu Zoo and Hawaii Theater are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing and power boating adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Honolulu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu.dx1488) [View more Resorts in Honolulu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Honolulu-Hotel-Resorts.d1488-aaHotelResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C21.28383%2C-157.83664&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lj7e1UfWWMKFoe9WDMTokNnFQFg=) Honolulu, HI ### What's nearby - ![View of Diamond Head aka Leahi across Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu on Oahu, Hawaii](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965580/c67ba860-fd65-4b65-bc36-403b379ccda1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Duke Kahanamoku Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Honolulu_AlaMoanaCenter_6064923_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064923/7a42ad5a-f14d-471c-8072-4c486949ade5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ala Moana Center 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Honolulu_WaikikiBeachWalk_6167947_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6167947/019d9a50-f478-49b4-8a81-61278b646eab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Waikiki Beach Walk 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Royal Hawaiian Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161193/7b4a9c96-335d-4fc5-894e-759f1503ccdd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Royal Hawaiian Center 14 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Waikiki Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6001233/e502870d-2752-4ec5-873c-913e527316fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Waikiki Beach 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station 29 min drive - Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min walk - Tapa Tower 1 min walk - Tapa Bar 1 min walk - Lappert's Hawaii 3 min walk - Tropics Bar & Grill 1 min walk ## About this property ### Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu Resort near Waikiki Beach Walk Close to Royal Hawaiian Center and Ala Moana Center, Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Swimming pool - A lift, smoke-free property and local meal delivery service Room features All guest rooms at Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock 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 TA-005-837-4656-01, 260090010000, GE-005-837-4656-01 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as KOALAPRO47449\_76\_PRO\_2444\_UNIT\_659\_INSTANT\_MODERATE ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu have a pool? ### Is Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu? ### What time is check-in at Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu? ### What time is check-out at Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu? ### Where is Stylish 1BR Mountain View Suite – The Grand Islander Honolulu located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---