Prince Waikiki

Built in 1990, and originally known as the Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki & Golf Club, this visually striking twin tower hotel on Ala Wai Yacht Harbor is known for its unobstructed ocean views and choice location. A pleasant five minute walk west of the Hilton Hawaiian Village, and 10 minutes from Ala Moana Beach Park, the Prince is perfect for travelers who don’t need to be bang on the beach, but instead prefer a convenient location that gives easy access to everything Honolulu has to offer.

The hotel features 563 spacious rooms and suites across its two towers, with contemporary furnishings, beautiful marble bathrooms and floor to ceiling windows that open up to breathtaking ocean vistas. Ideal for business travelers as well as those on vacation, each room here includes a smart TV, coffeemaker, mini-refrigerator and dedicated work area with ample USB charging ports and office amenities. There’s also a designated business center onsite, and reliable high speed wireless internet is available throughout the property for an additional charge.

Like many of the best hotels in Hawai’i, the Prince has multiple dining options for guests to enjoy without even having to leave the building. These are headed by the award-winning signature restaurant 100 Sails, which serves innovative island cuisine at lunch and dinner, as well as a bounteous breakfast buffet daily from 06:30. Other options are the buzzing poolside bar Hinana with its tropical drinks and selection of casual plates, and, in its only location outside of Japan, Katsumidori Sushi - known for its fresh, ocean-to-table philosophy and blend of traditional and fusion dishes. There’s also a branch of the Honolulu Coffee Company in the lobby for your daily fix of Hawaiian Kona based drinks and delicious pastries.

The fifth floor pool deck (accessible from both the Diamond Head and Ala Moana towers) features a gorgeous adult-only infinity pool, saltwater pool and hot tub, providing the perfect place for guests to relax, unwind and soak in the spectacular views over the harbor and ocean. Additionally there’s a 24 hour fitness center, and for guests who play golf, the opportunity (for a fee) to enjoy a round at the nearby championship Hawai’i Prince Golf Club with preferential tee times. One of the things that distinguishes this hotel from many others is its extensive collection of contemporary art, with pieces inspired by the history of the Hawaiian Islands and in particular the natural elements that once thrived where the Prince now stands.

If bedding down in a beachfront location is top of your vacation wish list, then this is not the hotel for you. But if instead you’re looking for a desirable spot away from the hustle and bustle but within easy reach of everything the city has to offer, the Prince, with its unique ambiance and often favorable rates compared with similar standard properties further along the Waikiki strip, might just be the perfect choice…