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Compact Studio with Balcony next to Hula's Bar & Lei Stand

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
1 bathroomSleeps 222.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Honolulu, HI
  • Waikiki Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • International Market Place
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Waikiki Beach Walk
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Compact Studio with Balcony next to Hula's Bar & Lei Stand

Legally permitted rental - 134 Kapahulu Ave.

The Waikiki Grand has been a longtime favorite for many guests returning year after year. This newly renovated Studio is just a few feet from Hula's Bar & Lei stand.
Enjoy step free access from your front door straight into one of the most popular bars at this end of Waikiki.
French windows open to your own private patio a great place to chill and enjoy our stunning Diamond Head crater views while sipping on a sunset cocktail. Fancy a game of pool or joining the fun crowd? Pop into Hulas!

Property manager

Mark Howard

Languages

English, French, German, Japanese

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Amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 small dog is OK there's a standard $100 per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 260270310007, TA-171-863-6544-01, GE-171-863-6544-01

About the area

Honolulu

Located in Waikiki, a neighbourhood in Honolulu, this apartment is in the mountains and on the beach. Royal Hawaiian Center and International Market Place 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 Diamond Head. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stan Sheriff Center or Neal S. Blaisdell Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Honolulu, HI

What's nearby

  • Honolulu Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • International Market Place - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 25 min drive
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lulu's Surf Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tikis Grill & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Eggs 'n Things - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Compact Studio with Balcony next to Hula's Bar & Lei Stand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Compact Studio with Balcony next to Hula's Bar & Lei Stand pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Compact Studio with Balcony next to Hula's Bar & Lei Stand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Compact Studio with Balcony next to Hula's Bar & Lei Stand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Compact Studio with Balcony next to Hula's Bar & Lei Stand located?

Located in Waikiki, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Honolulu Zoo and Kuhio Beach Park. Waikiki Beach and International Market Place are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 23 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for couple looking for affordable getaway

It’s a great place to stay for a couple looking to go out on the strip but also so close to the beach to relax. Great rooftop view of the volcano. Hope to come stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location next to Hulas, the beach, and restaurants. Good for budget travels with no frills.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location, Steps to the beach, and No Frills.

I had a wonderful time here for the 3 days that I booked this stay. The property manager was very clear with the check-in instructions and the guys and girls at the hotel lobby were really nice and helpful the entire stay. For anyone wondering they will hold your luggage if you arrive early and there is not a resort fee for reservations made on this listing. The room itself was just exactly that - a room - there’s a perfectly usable mini fridge, a microwave, a keurig, cups, and flatware. The bed was really comfortable for me and the blankets were just fine. As far as the noise it wasn’t too bad it made it feel lively at night and the music really was not a problem at all. Some live artists that performed I was able to enjoy hearing just on the balcony. At night yes you can hear people gathering outside downstairs but it really wasn’t a big deal. The AC does drown out around 95% of the noise. I couldn’t hear any car sounds much in the mornings but I was also up pretty early everyday because who wants to sleep in when you’re here haha. The balcony doors could use some work they’re a little difficult to open but open they did each and every time. The hosts also provide beach towels and some beach equipment like chairs, boogie boards, umbrella, and a really useful beach mat. There’s hidden gem food spots in walking distance and pretty good coffee for all tastes. I will definitely be renting this again it’s an affordable and ideally located unit for a quick getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

D O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

You cannot beat the location, Zoo, beach, stores and restaurants all within 100 yards.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Amenities
Pool was dirty but we didn’t use it. Being on a lower floor and next to a busier street there was a lot of street noise all night long. Also being next to the zoo with public parking and a park, the people in the park were often screaming in the middle of the night and disturbing the peace. The room shared a hallway with a bar - the bar itself wasn’t loud but the patrons leaving were sometimes loud and obnoxious. They were easier to deal with than those in the park. The property is in a good location and the front desk was very accommodating and helpful when we had a couple issues with our room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaycinth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff is friendly. Great location. Awesome views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little room

Great little room for the price. It definitely was what we expected based on pictures and the information regarding the property and also after reading the reviews. The room was right outside of a restaurant/bar that was pretty loud. But honestly, once we close the door and started watching TV you did not hear anything. The room is small but again like I said above it was great for just a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melanie A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Listing not as portrayed

We arrived to the unit. First off, there is no safe place to stop and check in. Front of the Waikiki Grand is on a busy street. I pulled in behind it in their small parking area off of Lemon St. Once we got into the room, there were a few things that were noticeably filthy. The ceiling fan, bathroom, floors and curtains all had stains or noticeable dirt. The sheets had holes in them. The vents were all dusty. We only managed to stay one night because we couldn’t get comfortable enough to stay longer than that. In the morning we noticed other things - I saw 3 cockroaches and killed 2 of them. The tub drain was clogged and water started pooling after a few mins of use. I had to turn the water on/off between shampooing, soaping up, etc. The Hula Bar noise was drowned out by the window AC which was SUPER LOUD on its own and it clanged throughout the night. On top of that there is the street noise which made our stay even less special. Owners were responsive but we had to forfeit one night because it was late in the evening and couldn't find any other options last minute. Do not stay here unless you don’t mind dirt, noise and cockroaches.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Liza

Liked: Communication
I didn’t realize next to the bar meant we shared a hallway. It was very loud some nights. But room was decent for the price, owner was very good with check in instructions. Location was convenient to stores,Beach,Shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was phenomenal!

We loved the location of this lodging! We walked everywhere and were able to enjoy the Starbucks each morning that was only 2 minutes away. Would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall a good stay

Right next to a bar but it wasn’t that loud. Only issue that bothered me (my fiancé wasn’t bothered) was the traffic outside in the early morning, however I’m a light sleeper and we got used to it but other than that we had a great 2 week stay! Gorgeous view from the 10th floor and we were steps away from the beach and the Waikiki strip.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Garry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Garry

The hotel,,the room,,the amenities ,,the location were ALL PERFECT..THE PROBLEM...the room is 20 ft from a VERY LOUD BAR WITH VERY LOUD PEOPLE UNTIL 200 AM...this property should only rent to deaf people or very heavy sleepers
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MA TRINIDAD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Marie B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

A place well located

The apartment is really well located just next to the Wakkiki beach and the view of Diamond Head and the ocean is incredible. The staff of the hotel is nice and helpful. Nevertheless, the place is not really calm because it i located just next to a bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sithyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoy our stay! It was a perfect location and everything was convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Schneider W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle laute Lage

Praktisch und schön eingerichtet. Kneipe auf derselben Etage und laute Straße vor dem Fenster. Balkon mit Meerblick.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

alexandre m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Emplacement idéal et vue superbe sur la mer.

Appartement idéalement situé. Proche de toutes les attractions de Waikiki. Vue superbe sur la plage et sur le diamond head. Tres bonne communication avec Mark. Nous avions pris l’option parking, très pratique. Un peu bruyant à cause du bar qui est dans l’immeuble mais passe très bien avec des bouchons d’oreilles. N’hésitez pas à y aller.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Nicely located on the eastern side of Waikiki (near the zoo). Didn't expect to be located so near a bar, which was quite busy until early morning hours. Noise did not prove to be too bad, but we weren't particularly sensitive to this. Might be different for other guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Close to all Waikiki has to offer! Easy and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Eleanor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Base Of Operations;

The picture shown is not specific to the room we rented.. This is a basic room, quite small. It was adequately furnished and is in reasonable condition. Most importantly the bed was comfortable and there was plenty of hot water. It was perfect for what we wanted, a place to sleep, shower and change and then go off to do area activities. It is very convenient to Waikiki and area restaurants and had wonderful views. The Optional parking is great and very convenient if you have a rental car. The host was very responsive and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Nice room

Nice room and comfortable bed. Just wish it wasn’t 30 feet from the bar. Drunk people are loud coming and going at all hours. I would next time stay on a higher level to get away from the road traffic as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mark Howard

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Languages:

English, French, German, Japanese