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Queen Kapiolani Hotel | 150 Kapahulu Ave | Honolulu, Hawaii 96815| 1-808-922-1941

Following a $35 million renovation back in 2018, The Queen Kapi’olani Hotel speaks to all that Hawaii offers. The hotel is located on Kapi‘olani Park, —where Diamond Head meets Waikiki, and is situated steps from the surf breaks of Waikiki Beach and the bustling shopping and nightlife of Waikiki.

Built in the mid-1960s during Waikiki’s Golden Age as one of Honolulu’s grand full-service hotels,
the Queen Kapi‘olani’s reimagining embraces its heritage with a retro-chic aesthetic while
incorporating modern enhancements that meet the needs of today’s travelers.

At 19 stories, the hotel offers 315 guest rooms, a large open-air lobby that fronts Kapi‘olani Park, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an 8,000-square-foot third-floor lanai (outdoor deck) and pool. This unique space—endearingly referred to as the hotel’s outdoor living room—features a new restaurant, bar and lounge, and a pool. Perfect for sunbathing, taking in the sunset with a cocktail in hand, or snapping a family photo with Diamond Head as the back drop, the thirdfloor lanai offers stunning panoramic views of the surf break at Waikiki Beach, the lush green lands of Kapi‘olani Park, and Diamond Head.

The Queen Kapi‘olani’s rooms offer unparalleled views of Diamond Head as well as stunning
ocean views. Transformed into comforting retreats, the refreshed guestrooms incorporate
coastal color palettes, modern amenities, large new windows, and individual lanais. The
furniture, hand-selected by renown local design firm Philpotts Interiors, also aligns with the hotel’s
retro-chic vibe.

In addition, the unveiling introduces a new culinary concept, DECK. The Queen Kapi‘olani
partnered with Plan Do See to create the fun, yet relaxed restaurant, which serves cuisine
inspired by local fresh catch and produce in a sharable style, as well as an array of craft
cocktails.

The perfect destination for conferences, weddings, and groups of all types, the hotel offers The
Le‘ahi Room, Le‘ahi Lanai, and Le‘ahi pre-function spaces, which together provide over 5,000
square feet of indoor and outdoor event space capturing the same aloha sensibilities.

Designed as an extension of the surrounding upscale neighborhoods of Waikiki’s Gold Coast,
Kaimuki and Kahala, the hotel’s open-air lobby provides a place for locals and guests to relax.
The lobby also features several retail outlets including Knots Coffee Roasters., offering a fun
fusion of coffee by day and wines and small-batch local beers by evening. Top quality surfboard
storage for those seeking a convenient and safe place to keep their equipment before their
next visit to the beach is also available.

Finally, in keeping with the Queen Kapi‘olani’s community-oriented legacy, popular local artists
were commissioned to create exclusive pieces that accent the lobby and common areas.
The Queen Kapi‘olani Hotel, Waikiki Beach is open during renovation, with its completed
transformation unveiling this summer.

Rooms:

Wake up to majestic views of Waikiki before stepping onto your personal lanai. Enjoy early morning sunrises from a Diamond Head view room or enjoy the soft sounds of the birds in the morning from the Honolulu Zoo and Queen Kapiolani Park.

• Grand Leahi Suites
• Penthouse Suite
• Jr. Suite
• Premier Ocean View
• Ocean View
• Diamond Head View
• City View
• Studio Rooms
• ADA Rooms

Learn more abour room types and ammenities HERE.

Pet Friendly

The perfect spot for a “pet”cation, Queen Kapiolani Hotel is conveniently located across the street from Queen Kapiolani Park and a short walk to the Diamond Head Bark Park.  The hotel charges a one time non-refundable pet fee of  $250.00 collected at time of check-in.  Pets may include dogs and cats with a maximum occupancy of two (2) pets per rooms with a combined weight of up to 100 lbs. Crated pets may be left unattended in rooms. There is no designated pet relief area on the property, but there are grassy beach areas within walking distance from the hotel.

Learn more about bring your beloved pet to Queen Kapiolani Hotel HERE.

Hotel Amenities

The Queen Kapiolani Hotel amenities are thoughtful expressions of Hawaii lifestyle and its natural environment.

Kapahulu Terrace, main lobby, third floor Outdoor Living Room and pool area have all been designed with the feeling of “welcome” at every turn.

Visit our Guest Experience Manager whose knowledge of the island’s top activities to do will present an array of immersive experiences happening daily and weekly. Hawaii’s Golden Age never saw this much action!

Learn more HERE.

Eat + Drink

Enjoy both of our two on-site venues for culinary experiences the Golden Age never knew.

With your craft cocktail in hand, dine in the afternoon glow that illuminates Diamond Head’s majesty, while savoring everything from great local catch to Big Island steak and in a relaxed setting.

Located on the 3rd floor, DECK offers Modern American cuisine. Located in our lobby, Knots Coffee Roasters offers casual quick bites and drinks throughout the day. 

Weddings + Celebrations

Imagine Waikiki’s floral beauty and turquoise waves framing your special day as you say “I do” to your beloved against the beautiful backdrop of Diamond Head.

Soft guitar will fill the romantic tropical air as you welcome forever together with your family and friends present to witness your commitment. 

Learn more about hosting your wedding or event at Queen Kapiolani Hotel HERE.

Meetings:

The Leahi Room and Lanai is more than just your typical venue.  Our beautiful indoor/outdoor space provides a large unobstructed meeting room with a stunning diamond head view, natural light, and lanai access.  A picturesque meeting place that is everything you would expect it to be in Waikiki.

Total Meeting/Event Space : 7,017 sq. ft.

Leahi Room: 2,786 sq. ft.

Leahi Lanai: 2,160 sq. ft.

Royal Club Lounge

Learn more HERE.

Specials + Packages

We’re here to help you plan your stay. Choose from our vacation specials and curated hotel packages designed with you in mind.

For up-to-the-minute package deals click HERE.