The Polynesian Residences, Waikiki Beach

The Polynesian Residences, Waikiki Beach

2131 Kalākaua Ave #2, Honolulu, HI 96815, Honolulu, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.9 / 5

Overview

The Polynesian Residences, Waikiki Beach is a 3-star hotel on a busy commercial street in Honolulu. The property is a short walk from Waikiki Beach and is surrounded by shops and restaurants.

Rooms

Accommodation consists of straightforward studios and one-bedroom suites, with private balconies, TVs, and kitchenettes. Most kitchenettes have stovetops, and Wi-Fi is available for a surcharge.

Amenities & Services

The hotel has an outdoor pool and a palm-fringed sundeck. Laundry facilities are available for a fee; other amenities are not documented.

Location

Kuhio Beach is about 949 m away, while Duke’s Waikiki is about 587 m away. Other nearby places include the Honolulu Zoo (about 1.5 km), Ala Moana Center (about 1.7 km), and Diamond Head (about 3.4 km); Iolani Palace is about 4 km away.

Best for

The hotel may suit travelers looking for a relatively simple Waikiki base with more room to spread out than a standard hotel room: studios and one-bedroom suites include balconies and kitchenettes, most with stovetops. It is also convenient for visitors who want to walk to Waikiki Beach and nearby restaurants, including Duke’s Waikiki, about 587 m away.

Travel tips

Wi-Fi carries a surcharge, and using the laundry facilities costs extra, so factor those fees into your plans. Waikiki Beach is an approximately eight-minute walk away; Kuhio Beach and Duke’s Waikiki are also nearby, at about 949 m and 587 m respectively.

What guests say

Guests mention spacious rooms, comfortable beds, balconies, friendly reception staff, convenient access to Waikiki Beach and the main shopping and restaurant area, and reasonable prices. Some comments raise concerns about bathroom cleanliness and odors, while other feedback is more mixed or lukewarm. The public rating is 3.9 out of 5 from 422 reviews.

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