The Imperial Hawaii Resort

The staff were amazing and helpful, and I can’t praise them enough. The area is great for walking to places, and the beach is a short walk away. For an inexpensive meal, try the misubi cafe next door; there’s also a bakery around the corner for coffee and a snack. I’d recommend the area and the staff, though the hotel has room to improve. It’s an older place, and the rooms need a major update. Some look like they’re from the 1990s, flat-screen TV aside. In my room, the bathtub was partly broken: step near the drain and the fiberglass shifted and snapped. I know that sounds grim, but you’re probably not here to spend all your time in the room.

We keep coming back to this as our favorite place in Waikiki. The staff are friendly and helpful, and valet parking is the best. The rooms are well equipped, with a full kitchen and all the basics. Housekeeping also has extras you can borrow, like a rice cooker, air fryer, or blender. The ocean is only half a block away, reached through or in front of the Sheraton Hotel.

We stayed for a week with our toddler and would gladly return. The location worked especially well for a family, with beach access around the corner and loads of restaurants and shops nearby. The service was great and the staff are lovely. The rooms are a little dated, but the amenities and price are hard to beat.

We spent 10 days at The Imperial Hawaii Resort and will absolutely be back. From arrival, the welcome felt genuinely warm and full of aloha, and the staff and locals we met stayed kind, helpful, and personal throughout. That aloha spirit felt real and made the trip memorable. The rooftop pool and deck were a favorite, with beautiful views in the sunshine and after dark when the city lights came on. Our suite was roomy, comfortable, clean, and well equipped, and the kitchen made a longer stay much easier. We also loved being able to walk to Waikiki Beach, restaurants, shops, and entertainment, then come back to a peaceful place at the end of the day. The resort has history and character, which adds to its charm. It felt welcoming and comfortable, with great amenities and good value in the heart of Waikiki. Mahalo for a wonderful stay!