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Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
A practical base two blocks from Waikiki Beach offering Toto Washlet bidets and an included breakfast buffet.
Exceptional · Deep coverage · read from 21 sources · 257 traveler insights
84
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Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach delivers a functional, dependable stay two blocks off the sand near the quiet end of the strip. Guests appreciate the friendly staff, complimentary breakfast buffet with miso soup and kimchi, and in-room Toto Washlet bidets. However, noise from construction and street traffic frequently carries into rooms, and the bathrooms feel cramped with very tight shower setups. 1041318
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What travelers noticed
- The hotel sits a convenient three-to-five-minute walk from Waikiki Beach, bus stops, and the zoo. 131220
- Rooms feature plentiful power outlets, dedicated desk workspaces, and Toto Washlet bidets in the bathrooms. 10
- Staff members consistently deliver warm hospitality and accommodating front desk service. 17420
- The morning breakfast buffet provides convenient hot items, yogurt, cereal, miso soup, and pickled veggies. 21104
The catch
- Room views depend heavily on floor level: upper balconies offer views of the beach and Diamond Head, while third-floor patios look out directly onto an adjacent apartment building. 2013
- Some guests find rooms pleasantly quiet with lanai doors closed on higher floors, whereas others report disruptions from morning construction and street-level noise. 1016
Who it's for
- — Travelers wanting a short walk to Waikiki Beach
- — Hyatt points redeemers and budget-conscious families
- — Guests who appreciate included breakfast and Toto bidets
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers sensitive to morning construction and street noise
- — Travelers expecting direct beachfront access or spacious bathrooms
Seen on camera
24 moments · 5 videos · Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
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“Guest photos on Trip Adviser consistently highlight the sunset views from these rooms. And honestly, watching the sun di…”
youtube.com3:19“well you can get lower floor so that means you're going to have even worse view I don't know I mean the view isn't amazi…”
youtube.com11:12“Many of the restaurants offer children's menus with familiar favorites alongside opportunities to try new Hawaiian flavo…”
youtube.com12:24“I have stayed in this hotel before and I always get better room so I'm kind of bumped because you know I'm staying here…”
youtube.com1:03“Breakfast is included with your stay, which is honestly one of the best value propositions this hotel offers.”
youtube.com6:44“I think you cannot get worse room than that meaning this small and you know I don't know I think because all the rooms I…”
youtube.com10:57“it seemed to be pretty busy in this hotel a lot of people in the lobby and you know like I had to wait Che to check in”
youtube.com11:22“I like the furniture here they're good quality they don't look cheap everything is clean”
youtube.com18:17“The hotel embraces what they call Hawaiian modern style, which basically means clean lines mixed with tropical touches t…”
youtube.com0:48“elevators take a little time I think I think you cannot get worse room than that meaning this small”
youtube.com10:51“The free Wi-Fi is solid throughout the property, which is crucial whether you're working remotely or just trying to post…”
youtube.com1:43“The space itself seats about 80 people with cozy wood tables and tropical drink presentations that look great in photos.”
youtube.com7:28“There's one outdoor rooftop pool with an infinity style design that measures about 1,200 square f feet and runs 4 to 5 f…”
youtube.com8:50“Water temperatures stay comfortable year round, typically ranging from the mid70s to low 80s Fahrenheit, so you can swim…”
youtube.com11:43“currently there is a great coffee Outlet at the street level of the atrium as well as a reasonably priced sandwich place…”
youtube.com1:04“the hotel sits parallel to wakei beach so almost half the rooms have a fabulous Beach fronting view”
youtube.com1:19“The dining scene at Hyatt Regency Waki is genuinely impressive with nine different venues that emphasize Hawaiian fusion…”
youtube.com3:05“The view is not super amazing but I mean I'm not here for the view it is what it is I do have like a peekaboo Ocean View…”
youtube.com3:00“this is the best view that you can get from this hotel in my opinion you have open those buildings right there and you h…”
youtube.com12:22“And we have views of the other buildings. You can kind kind of see the ocean back there. And there's diamond head right…”
youtube.com3:34“The entry-level City View king rooms provide a comfortable 365 square ft of space featuring a plush king bed, a cozy sit…”
youtube.com0:29“For those who really want to wake up to stunning ocean vistas, the ocean view king rooms are absolutely worth the upgrad…”
youtube.com1:20“this property has a good location on calawa Avenue not only is it just across the street from the beach but also there a…”
youtube.com0:13“If you want to catch glimpses of the Pacific Ocean without breaking the bank, the partial ocean view king rooms offer si…”
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Score breakdown
How the 84/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
90read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “I had a great surprise when I looked at the toilet: it was a Toto Washlet bidet! If you've read any of my other hotel and room reviews you'll know I'm a huge fan of Toto Washlets.” 10
- “The larger room appeared remodeled and even had a Toto bidet toilet lol. Air conditioner was amazing, had a mini fridge, felt like a completely different hotel.” 4
Food
88read from 16 sources · Deep coverage
- “Breakfast is included with your stay, which is honestly one of the best value propositions this hotel offers.” 26:44
- “3) Breakfast: Tie/Slant toward Regency. This is a toughie because I didn't expect much at Hyatt Place, but the breakfast at Hyatt Place was the best breakfast I've had at a Hyatt Place.” 14
Location
90read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “The location can't be beat. You're right across from Stix food hall. Next to a bunch of shopping. 2 blocks from target. Tons of food options. We were very happy.” 4
- “The location can't be beat. You're right across from Stix food hall. Next to a bunch of shopping. 2 blocks from target. Tons of food options.” 4
Noise
81read from 6 sources · Solid coverage
Room
86read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “I got a free upgrade to 1 King Bed Ocean Front View Jr. Suite and it was a dream! Brand new, nice modern decor with a slick remote controlled divider (that rises up and down) separating bedroom from the "living room" area.” 4
- “Brand new, nice modern decor with a slick remote controlled divider (that rises up and down) separating bedroom from the "living room" area. That beach view on the balcony? So worth it! It really made the trip!” 4
Service
89read from 1 source · Deep coverage
Bed & Sleep
87read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “The bed was quite comfy, and I think there was a pillow menu.” 3
Where it is, how to reach it
175 Paoakalani Ave
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815 USA
Details checked 2026-08-26
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Trails its peers
Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 5 points below the mid-range median of 89, across 494 hotels in the same bracket. In Honolulu it sits 2 points below the local median of 86.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 84
- Bracket median
- 89
- Index median
- 90
Based on 494 comparable hotels.
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Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Noise
78
Value
74
Room
65
Bathroom
62
Food
58
Service
54
Location
43
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Noise13 mentions · 3 filmed
- “The rooms were modern, clean, cool, and well lit. Extremely quiet and well soundproofed.” 4
- “The hotel embraces what they call Hawaiian modern style, which basically means clean lines mixed with tropical touches that remind you where you are without beating you over the head with ticky torches and ukulele music at every turn. It's refreshing, honestly.” On camera20:48
- “The amount of exterior noise that filters through at the 14th floor is surprising. Both in the evening and early morning, I could distinctly hear passing vehicles. It wasn't enough to keep me up., but it's not what I would have expected.” 19
- “During my stay, I could hear active construction noise as early as 8:00 AM, which significantly interfered with my ability to rest-one of the main purposes of booking this staycation. It was almost like the construction was happening right above the room I stayed in: Room 1402.” 4
- “The rooms were modern, clean, cool, and well lit. Extremely quiet and well soundproofed. We had plenty of space to spread out.” 4
- “One other thing to mention briefly is that the elevators seemed underwhelming for the amount of use they needed. Several times we would be waiting forevvvvvver for an elevator before finally just giving up and taking the stairs.” 12
- “During my stay, I could hear active construction noise as early as 8:00 AM, which significantly interfered with my ability to rest-one of the main purposes of booking this staycation.” 4
- “the bad part is it was a rooster he was right here like under the like somewhere under the building and 4:00 I think insteed to like do what roosters do and ever since then I just couldn't sleep because it was like nonstop can you hear the silence yeah it's it's this this room is pretty loud” On camera1115:03
- “The hotel was under construction and it was so noisy in the morning- I could not even try to sleep in.” 4
- “The hotel is two blocks off the beach but still right in the thick of it. Yet with the doors to the lanai closed, it was amazingly quiet.” 10
- “both towers are same loud so it's going to be kind of loud in the room” On camera1118:23
- “The higher floors make a difference so that there is less noise from the street. This also helps you sleep better!” 10
- “Extremely quiet and well soundproofed. We had plenty of space to spread out.” 4
Location19 mentions · 2 filmed
- “I love the Regency's location though- it was really great.” 4
- “The Hyatt Regency is a super old hotel, but far better than the Hyatt Place. I love the Regency's location though- it was really great.” 4
- “Because of its location and amenities, we think Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach is one of the best areas to stay on Oahu for families looking for activities and walkability to restaurants.” 5
- “It is at 175 Paoakalani Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815, which is about 2 blocks from the ocean. It's right in the middle of the urban core, so there is just about anything you would want within a decent walk.” 12
- “The Regency does have a slightly better location as its location on the block is closer to the beach, whereas the place is at the other end of its block.” 14
- “This property's location is great for those who want to be on the quieter side of Waikiki while staying close to the shops, eats, and beach. It's a very clean and family friendly hotel with all the basic amenities you and your family will need to have a great trip.” 13
- “The location is what did me in on this hotel, not the hotel itself. The hotel itself meets expectations for the Hyatt Place brand.” 3
- “The location can't be beat. You're right across from Stix food hall. Next to a bunch of shopping. 2 blocks from target. Tons of food options. We were very happy.” 4
- “My preference is the Diamond Head end of Waikiki, so for me the location of the Hyatt Place is perfect. It's near the zoo, the aquarium, and Kapiolani Park.” 10
- “this property has a good location on calawa Avenue not only is it just across the street from the beach but also there are no beachfront hotels directly in front to obstruct your view of the ocean” On camera160:13
- “One of the biggest perks of this hotel is its location. You're just a few minutes walk from iconic spots like Waiki Beach, the Honolulu Zoo, and countless shops and restaurants.” On camera215:30
- “The Hyatt Place Waikiki is definitely a property that I would recommend and personally stay at again. This property's location is great for those who want to be on the quieter side of Waikiki while staying close to the shops, eats, and beach.” 13
- “The Hyatt Place Waikiki is located two blocks from the beach. It takes about two minutes to walk there. For this reason I don't consider the location to be bad.” 20
- “I didn't go inside but the location itself is fine if you don't need to really be oceanfront.” 14
- “I love the Regency's location though- it was really great. I just posted a review!” 4
- “The location was also great too.” 4
- “Pretty close to WB and with free breakfast. While I like the 15k point all-ocean front VA beach and Ocean City, MD, this 12k pts hotel in Hawaii is a steal...” 10
- “The location can't be beat. You're right across from Stix food hall. Next to a bunch of shopping. 2 blocks from target. Tons of food options.” 4
- “But don't let that fool you, it's still only a 5 minute walk to the hustle and bustle of the nearby streets. It's not beach front but the Hyatt Place Waikiki is only two blocks from the beach. It's a very easy and short 3-5 minute walk to the iconic Waikiki Beach.” 13
Service35 mentions · 6 filmed
- “Once you pull up to the Hyatt Place Waikiki, you'll drive up a steep one way driveway where bellmen and valet drivers are located. Here, you'll be directed on where to park, get help with your bags, and be directed to where the check-in desk is. Jeff and Ryan are two great people who took care of us.” 13
- “Many of the restaurants offer children's menus with familiar favorites alongside opportunities to try new Hawaiian flavors, and staff members are genuinely welcoming to families, never making parents feel like their children are unwelcome or bothersome.” On camera112:24
- “The rooms are nicer, the staff are just as great, and the breakfast was surprisingly good.” 14
- “The staff are diligent. They continually refill the automatic feeders full of cereal and granola with caution before diving out of the way as the zombie children attack.” 3
- “I sat down one morning and had a great talk with Ihab Kherati, the General Manager of the Hyatt Place Waikiki. He's been with Hyatt for eight years now. Kherati is one of the most hands-on hotel managers I've yet to meet, and I really enjoyed learning more about this property and how it's managed.” 10
- “Housekeeping was stellar.” 4
- “What I had experienced at this hotel was dramatically different: hotel room issues, service failures and blatant lies from hotel management.” 10
- “it seemed to be pretty busy in this hotel a lot of people in the lobby and you know like I had to wait Che to check in” On camera1111:22
- “I can't say enough about the GM Ihab Kherati and the entire staff. You feel the Aloha when you check in and throughout your entire stay.” 10
- “Housekeeping is quick and helpful with whatever they can do for you.” 10
- “Every staff member greets you with a smile. They all have the Aloha Spirit.” 10
- “I had a nice surprise at check-in. Because of the high occupancy at the Hyatt Place, I never know, even given my Globalist status with Hyatt, if I'll receive an upgraded room. I was indeed upgraded to a high floor ocean view room, which as you can imagine, made my stay extra special.” 10
- “Fortunately, since it was late, there was no traffic and from Honolulu Airport, we got to the hotel in under 20 minutes. There was no line for check-in, but it did seem to take longer than expected. Finally we were on our way to our room.” 18
- “Housekeeping is awesome. The room is cleaned very good.” 10
- “Parents consistently mention in reviews that the staff goes above and beyond to make children feel special. From greeting kids with lays upon arrival to remembering their names throughout the stay.” On camera113:15
- “Check in was smooth, although Mr. Jeffsetter's status wasn't immediately recognized. Five minutes later, everything worked out, yet another status related travel crisis averted.” 3
- “With the warm hospitality of the hotel staff and dazzling sands of Hawaii, you'll never want to leave.” 17
- “Regency was waaaay better than place. Although the rooms are dated, the housekeeping was great and every staff I met were always welcoming and happy.” 4
- “While the pool was temporarily closed and the limited number of elevators caused occasional delays, these were minor inconveniences compared to the overall experience. We still highly recommend this hotel for families looking for great value, friendly service, and a prime waiki location.” On camera218:02
- “Hyatt Place Waikiki provides two elevators for the Pali Tower (one of the two towers). These elevators service 19 floors. The ride up provided a slow leisurely pace to accommodate your vacation, and those customers that easily succumb to motion sickness. Downside - the line.” 3
- “Wow, 37 years history with this property. That's a long time! I'm glad you enjoy the hotel, and especially the staff, as much as I do.” 10
- “While housekeeping did a great job on cleaning our room, often times they didn't do it until 3pm. I am sure they were quite busy with the full hotel, so it didn't really bother me at all.” 20
- “1) Check-in: Tie Both warm and friendly. Elite recognition. Explanation of benefits was clear.” 14
- “Housekeeping is quick and helpful with whatever they can do for you. This is a busy property, yet there's always plenty of staff around when you need them. The general friendliness of the hotel team is impressive.” 10
- “The staff at this hotel are great. From the people putting out breakfast in the morning to the front desk staff, they were always helpful and courteous.” 20
- “the front desk area has low ceilings and feels a little dark but when you turn around you get the Sunshine from the Atrium streaming in so it offsets these low ceilings” On camera160:53
- “Since the hotel was completely overhauled, it has a nice modern appeal. The welcoming design of both the decor and the lobby are evident the moment you step up into the hotel from the adjacent street.” 20
- “The staff are all very friendly.” 4
- “4) Overall Service: Tie/Slant Hyatt Place. I didn't really encounter any problems. Everyone had a heaping dose of Aloha. I tilt the service to the Hyatt Place because I was surprised by how many employees were around and available.” 14
- “We ultimately asked if we could get a refund before even staying the first night and the front desk accommodated us (which I appreciated a lot even if it should probably be expected in a situation like this).” 4
- “One unique feature they offer is what they call a bottomless kit with snacks and beverages, which is a nice touch when you're settling in after a long travel day.” On camera22:37
- “As we headed to the patio, we realized being on the third floor was not advantageous. Sitting directly behind the hotel was a two story apartment building which looked dirty. People were hanging clothes outside and it just didn't look very nice.” 20
- “From the very first interaction with employees at this property to the second I got my room keys, I was pleasantly surprised by how clean the property looked, the organization of the lobby, and the smooth check-in process.” 13
- “Check-in went smoothly and we were able to utilize early check-in which was great.” 7
- “The Place front desk does have nice beach towels available for guests.” 14
Room51 mentions · 10 filmed
- “Guest photos on Trip Adviser consistently highlight the sunset views from these rooms. And honestly, watching the sun dip into the Pacific from your private balcony is worth the upcharge for many travelers.” On camera23:19
- “I have stayed in this hotel before and I always get better room so I'm kind of bumped because you know I'm staying here to show you the room and I get this little tiny room on seventh floor” On camera111:03
- “Along the wall next to the bed is a long dresser with the TV on top. There is also a rather spacious refrigerator.” 10
- “I think you cannot get worse room than that meaning this small and you know I don't know I think because all the rooms I had before they were always way better always I think” On camera1110:57
- “I like the furniture here they're good quality they don't look cheap everything is clean” On camera1118:17
- “I got a free upgrade to 1 King Bed Ocean Front View Jr. Suite and it was a dream! Brand new, nice modern decor with a slick remote controlled divider (that rises up and down) separating bedroom from the "living room" area.” 4
- “elevators take a little time I think I think you cannot get worse room than that meaning this small” On camera1110:51
- “The room was much smaller and really felt cramped for three people, but we didn't spend too much time in the room and were glad that we had the view.” 20
- “The elevators alone are enough of a reason to not come back. They should have thought out the design better when converting the hotel to a Hyatt. If you're staying on a top floor, there are times when you simply can't get to your room, because the elevators don't work.” 10
- “Plugs and outlets were plentiful and well-placed throughout the room.” 10
- “The sliding glass door for lanai (balcony) comes with an additional hook lock which we really appreciated since our kids are pretty capable and any additional safety features come in handy and gives us some peace of mind.” 13
- “I think my son's favorite thing about this hotel was the free in-room Wi-Fi. That meant he could play games on his iPad while I checked email and worked on my laptop.” 5
- “What I had experienced at this hotel was dramatically different: hotel room issues, service failures and blatant lies from hotel management.” 10
- “I know this is a minor complaint, but there also wasn't any lotion in the room, which made it feel sort of budget.” 5
- “Check rates and availability. There was a nice desk area as well as a long dresser that had a mini-fridge inside. There was also a coffee maker.” 5
- “TIPS: For those thinking about booking Hyatt Regency - they have newly renovated rooms! I got a free upgrade to 1 King Bed Ocean Front View Jr. Suite and it was a dream! Brand new, nice modern decor with a slick remote controlled divider (that rises up and down) separating bedroom from the "living room" area.” 4
- “The entry-level City View king rooms provide a comfortable 365 square ft of space featuring a plush king bed, a cozy sitting area, and a private balcony where you can take in the urban landscape.” On camera10:29
- “The only two complaints I had were that the Chromecast did not work well (wouldn't let me reconnect after I left the room and came back) and that there were very little outlets in the room to charge your electronics with.” 13
- “So we would normally shut and lock the main door and leave the 2 room doors open (cracked). But this is a nice way to do connecting or adjoining rooms because if you DON'T want adjoining rooms, you don't have to deal with the added noise or security concerns of having an extra interior door in your room.” 12
- “Overall, the room was very spacious, clean, and well stocked for our needs. We would absolutely stay at this property/this room again.” 13
- “Honest Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach Hotel Review Our room was a nice, spacious hotel room. Our room was a nice, spacious hotel room. We upgraded to a 2 Queen bedroom that also had a sofa.” 5
- “If you want to catch glimpses of the Pacific Ocean without breaking the bank, the partial ocean view king rooms offer similar square footage, but with enhanced balcony space and upgraded features like Bluetooth speakers. These rooms showcase beautiful teak furniture and local Hawaiian artwork that adds authentic island charm to your stay.” On camera11:02
- “The second key highlight was the balcony. I enjoyed sitting outside, taking in the warm breeze and enjoying the sights of the city and Diamond Head.” 19
- “My room was spacious in warm light blue/grey tones. Everything was clean and fresh.” 14
- “When we arrived at the Mountain View room, we were initially impressed. It was huge and had a large king sized bed with a separate room housing a second television and large sofabed.” 20
- “The room is small, and the chromecast was not working in my room (but hey, that was okay).” 4
- “In addition to the 2 Queen beds, there is a "Cozy Corner" with a sleeper sofa that converts to a Queen size bed, so it's a pretty good set up for families.” 18
- “I really liked the sofa area. It's a pull-out so it's great for kids. We ended up putting a bunch of shopping bags and our carry on bags over there.” 5
- “Given that everyone's taste in art is so different, I prefer staying in hotel rooms with as little artwork as possible. There was a full sized desk in a separate office-like workspace with a brand new comfortable chair and desk lamp.” 10
- “While the rooms are a little small, you're probably not coming to Hawaii to spend the day in your room.” 8
- “The room and all of the furniture also felt pretty modern, clean, and kept up very well. I was pretty impressed.” 7
- “Official photos highlight the spacious desk area, which remote workers will definitely appreciate.” On camera22:56
- “When I go to Hawaii, I do not want my room and hotel to look, feel and smell like a Hyatt Place. The beds, furniture and lobby look like nothing special at all.” 10
- “The basic room was hot, poor air conditioner, super small and cramped, felt dark, older hardware etc.” 4
- “The room was terrible ☠️ but the miso soup and pickled veggies (tsukemono and kimchi) were great!!” 4
- “The Specialty Ocean View with Two Queen Beds layout offered us a ton of space, which we needed since we were traveling with kids. It even has a pull out sofa bed to give even more sleeping space.” 13
- “And overall, I really like this room. It's very spacious for up to four people.” On camera213:48
- “It was a good price all things considering. But I don't think I'd stay there again unless I could get the suite room or whatever it was (I don't think they have suites but whatever the higher floor rooms are with the bidets)” 4
- “And they were located in convenient areas (which isn't always the case in hotels). Our room was supposed to have a Diamond Head view, but it was actually more like a partial view.” 5
- “The room was really tiny and we could not use the lanai since it was locked due to construction. I was really disappointed.” 4
- “Amazing accommodations - With a contemporary decor, the Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach offers spacious and well-appointed accommodations.” 17
- “The other thing I really liked about this room that was better than the Holiday Inn Express was that they had a nice balcony. On the balcony, you'll find a couple of chairs and a small table which allow you to relax and take in the view.” 7
- “Wait for it...wait for it..... Our room was quite large with plenty of space for all our luggage.” 3
- “Though ocean views in Waikiki are often blocked by buildings, my room had an unobstructed ocean view. Lovely to see the morning light as well as the sunset.” 10
- “The first thing that stuck out to me at this property was the size of the room. Having stayed at the Holiday Inn Express about a week prior to this stay, this two queen bed room was considerably more spacious!” 7
- “Brand new, nice modern decor with a slick remote controlled divider (that rises up and down) separating bedroom from the "living room" area. That beach view on the balcony? So worth it! It really made the trip!” 4
- “The room is a reasonable size, with a desk next to the TV near the door. The in-room coffee and fridge were on shelves under and adjacent to the desk. Overall, it's nothing special, and some aspects of the room were dated. But it was clean and had everything one would expect.” 19
- “Starting with the standard king room, you're looking at 280 ft of space, which translates to about 26 m for those who think in metric. That might not sound massive, but the open plan layout makes it feel considerably larger than you'd expect.” On camera21:52
- “I've stayed in many of the different room categories and the rooms work really well for me.” 10
- “From the very first interaction with employees at this property to the second I got my room keys, I was pleasantly surprised by how clean the property looked, the organization of the lobby, and the smooth check-in process.” 13
- “Second, the lighting around the desk was suboptimal.” 14
Food36 mentions · 8 filmed
- “Breakfast was not included but breakfast was one of my favorite meals in Hawaii and I'm glad I wasn't eating hotel breakfasts.” 4
- “I never really look forward to these type of breakfasts but sometimes there are certain menu items that I find edible like bacon or maybe a muffin. In this case, they had some pretty decent French toast.” 7
- “The breakfast options are what you'd expect of your typical Hyatt Place. There are a couple hot options, including eggs. Yogurt, fruit, and cereal all round out what's offered. I found the food at the Hyatt Place Waikiki to be right on par for the brand.” 19
- “Breakfast is included with your stay, which is honestly one of the best value propositions this hotel offers.” On camera26:44
- “on April 9, 2026 at 8:19 pm We stayed here over Easter of 2025 and also enjoyed the property and proximity to everything. It did rain one morning during our stay, which made breakfast a bit of a challenge. Guests either ate under the umbrellas or made their way back inside to the lobby.” 12
- “The breakfast was great as well.” 4
- “The one thing that wasn't bad, at least if you can tolerate Starbucks, was the Torrefazione Italia coffee, which is one of Starbucks' higher end coffees.” 18
- “The buffet is tucked away next to a large seating area with "somewhat clean tables*. *Somewhat clean - no dirty dishes or visible chunks of food, but the rag use to wipe down the table may have been changed around the time the hotel was built.” 3
- “Hyatt Place hotels are known for serving their A.M. Skillet Breakfast. We found the breakfast here to be quite good.” 20
- “It did rain one morning during our stay, which made breakfast a bit of a challenge. Guests either ate under the umbrellas or made their way back inside to the lobby.” 12
- “The dining scene at Hyatt Regency Waki is genuinely impressive with nine different venues that emphasize Hawaiian fusion cuisine and fresh local ingredients.” On camera13:05
- “I do recall their breakfast spread being pretty solid, especially with the Asian options.” 4
- “They supposedly have burgers, sandwiches, and salads. We grabbed sandwiches here for lunch one day and they were pretty good. But, it was $15 per pre-packaged deli sandwich.” 5
- “first day we had mini sausages pancakes and eggs for breakfast the next day we had some prepacked sandwiches that tasted like airplane food they definitely used to have way better breakfast they used to her pretty pretty decent breakfast and today they have these like ready sandwiches I'm not the biggest fan of this” 11
- “The rooms are nicer, the staff are just as great, and the breakfast was surprisingly good.” 14
- “The club at regency also had decent breakfast and great view.” 4
- “3) Breakfast: Tie/Slant toward Regency. This is a toughie because I didn't expect much at Hyatt Place, but the breakfast at Hyatt Place was the best breakfast I've had at a Hyatt Place.” 14
- “Reply Dan Miller on April 10, 2026 at 7:23 am Yes - it rained on our last night and they had breakfast both on 3 and in the lobby on the 1st floor. We stayed here over Easter of 2025 and also enjoyed the property and proximity to everything.” 12
- “The breakfast is awesome. A large variety of food. It does get a bit crowded sometimes but you step aside a couple minutes and you will get a seat.” 10
- “Many of the restaurants offer children's menus with familiar favorites alongside opportunities to try new Hawaiian flavors, and staff members are genuinely welcoming to families, never making parents feel like their children are unwelcome or bothersome.” On camera112:24
- “The breakfast was great as well. I really enjoyed my stay and recommend Hyatt Place Chelsea!” 4
- “What I didn't like was that the pool and breakfast were in the same area.” 4
- “In fact, the breakfast sandwiches would probably make most McDonalds or other fast food breakfast sandwiches look good. The munchkin, who normally really enjoys egg and bacon sandwiches, took one bite and didn't want any more.” 18
- “currently there is a great coffee Outlet at the street level of the atrium as well as a reasonably priced sandwich place both places had morning lines” On camera161:04
- “the rest of the restaurants at the hotel are fine if you don't feel like leaving the hotel but since the property is close to the international marketplace you'll have many great dining options within a 5-minute walk” On camera163:18
- “The breakfast area was... interesting. I've never been to a hotel that gave out Jimmy Dean croissant sandwiches (the kind that are frozen and reheated in a microwave for breakfast) before. However, they did have miso soup and pickled vegetables (tsukemono and kimchi) with rice, so I decided to go for that for breakfast.” 4
- “I thought the breakfast was great, had a whole little Japanese style breakfast area with rice, tofu, miso, etc that was my favorite.” 4
- “Free breakfast is always a plus.” 19
- “there's a coffee maker I don't really like this kind because the coffee it's like the the old Vibes I don't know how to call it like they hotels used to have those coffee makers you put that little thingy somewhere over here I can't remember how do how do you work this thing oh you just slide this inside and that's how it works it's just like the the coffee is not really good” 11
- “An average coffee and tea bar is also available.” 3
- “I'd say it's a very family and kid-friendly property. There's a lot on offer at the Hyatt Place breakfast buffet. Asian offerings such as kimchi, rice, miso soup, tofu, and pickles make for a nice way to start the day.” 10
- “At the top of the resort, quite literally, you will find Atlas Wiki, a stunning rooftop fine dining restaurant that serves Hawaiian international cuisine with spectacular ocean views.” On camera13:14
- “another standout of the hotel is its Buffet at Shore they serve the buffet breakfast in the morning and the atmosphere is bright and updated in a modern style the seating looks out towards the beach or towards the pool deck” On camera163:04
- “A complimentary buffet breakfast is served, billed as "free a.m. Kitchen Skillet." It's pretty much what you'd expect for a free breakfast from a basic Hyatt: very mediocre.” 18
- “One of the highlights of staying here is the complimentary breakfast every morning. The buffet located on the third floor terrace features fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, waffles, yogurt, cereal, rotating hot items, and a variety of juices, tea, and coffee.” On camera214:00
- “Free breakfast can be a huge money saver, especially while on vacation, and it is really convenient when you have kids or have early plans.” 13
View9 mentions · 4 filmed
- “well you can get lower floor so that means you're going to have even worse view I don't know I mean the view isn't amazing to begin with believe it or not” On camera1111:12
- “Skip it if: you want resort amenities or a view - this is a clean base, not a destination.” 9
- “the hotel sits parallel to wakei beach so almost half the rooms have a fabulous Beach fronting view” On camera161:19
- “were eventually changed to a standard Ocean View room on the 10th floor. This room had a decent view of the ocean with a couple of buildings partially blocking the view.” 20
- “this is the best view that you can get from this hotel in my opinion you have open those buildings right there and you have a view of diamond like a full of di which is pretty” On camera1112:22
- “The view is not super amazing but I mean I'm not here for the view it is what it is I do have like a peekaboo Ocean View and I guess we see a little bit of Diamond Head like a little tiny bit so yeah other than that you just see you know condo buildings around you” On camera113:00
- “In the morning, I took a look at our balcony and at the view. Our ostensible "ocean view" was mostly obscured by other buildings, so if I'd been staying there any length of time, I would have wanted to try to switch rooms for a better view.” 18
- “The side walls of the balcony protrude out far so it's a very private feel. They do have rooms with ocean views but I believe we were given a city view. It still gave us a nice view of Diamondhead whenever we looked off to the side.” 7
- “I got upgraded to a higher floor with an awesome city view.” 4
Bed & Sleep1 mention
- “The bed was quite comfy, and I think there was a pillow menu.” 3
Value17 mentions · 1 filmed
- “Cash prices at the Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach are pretty expensive. Even in the offseason, I was not able to find rates under $200, and many daily rates (even for the basic / non-oceanfront) rooms were over $400 in the peak season.” 12
- “The Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach does annoying charge a resort / destination fee of $42 plus tax (it ends up being about $49).” 12
- “For 12,000 points year round or around $200 per night in the low season, I think it offers a solid value when being compared to both the cash and the points rates of other hotels in the area!” 20
- “The resort fee is pretty high for what you get. It's $35 per day. You're supposed to get water bottles, a tote bag, food/beverage credits, and discounts for activities. We got NONE of these.” 5
- “In addition to the 2 Queen beds, there is a "Cozy Corner" with a sleeper sofa that converts to a Queen size bed, so it's a pretty good set up for families. There was a bit of nickel and diming going on with the bottled water, which was not complimentary but instead cost $1.50 per bottle.” 18
- “Remember that a large breakfast buffet featuring both Asian and western style foods is included with the room rate. There really is nothing lacking at the breakfast buffet. The crowd is large and it's a very busy and hectic breakfast buffet.” 10
- “The Hyatt Place Waikiki is a great value, especially using free award nights combined with World of Hyatt points.” 10
- “Air conditioner was amazing, had a mini fridge, felt like a completely different hotel. It was a good price all things considering.” 4
- “I would mostly recommend it on points but if you can pick it up on a cheap cash rate it's super convenient to most things in the Waikiki Beach area of Honolulu.” 12
- “Hyatt rooms are always an excellent points value, but this is truly a great deal for a place in the middle of Waikiki.” 8
- “It's a category three property so we could have used the free night on a higher category but from the value perspective it was still a great redemption considering that rooms were going for around $200+ w/taxes and fees.” 7
- “The regency feels dated inside the rooms but the amenities and club if you're globalist make it worth it.” 4
- “And when we stayed there the coffee you speak of in the lobby is an expensive (like everything in Waikiki) paid Starbucks counter - it wasn't connected to the breakfast at all - but maybe that's different now?” 10
- “Agree on the points value, Ray. I don't give up my Hyatt points too easily, but this exchange was well worth it.” 10
- “The breakfast is really good and the local pineapple is delicious. The biggest downside in the valet parking is very expensive.” 12
- “This hotel used to be affordable it used to be around like $200 $250 a night and you know for that it looked really nice especially when you get the bigger room it was really you know a decent price now it's not that affordable I would say” On camera115:39
- “In terms of value, the Hyatt Place Waikiki brings huge value since all guests who are World of Hyatt members (free to sign up) get to have hot breakfast for free.” 13
Bathroom18 mentions · 1 filmed
- “The finishes in the bathroom and the lighting is much better than any mainland Hyatt Place I have stayed in.” 14
- “The average looking bath amenities (which are nevertheless described as "luxury skin and hair care amenities" on the hotel's Web site) are by KenetMD.” 18
- “The larger room appeared remodeled and even had a Toto bidet toilet lol. Air conditioner was amazing, had a mini fridge, felt like a completely different hotel.” 4
- “The bathroom was a mix of old and new. I immediately noted how old the tub-shower is.” 19
- “The bathroom is tiny, with just barely enough room for the toilet and the bathtub shower combo.” 18
- “The bathroom was pretty small. The sink area was separate from the shower stall and toilet.” 5
- “Jeff vowed to never post a toilet photo on the blog again, but this time we have to make an exception for this exceptional toilet. I have not seen an advanced toilet such as this since my last visit to the Google campus.” 3
- “I had a great surprise when I looked at the toilet: it was a Toto Washlet bidet! If you've read any of my other hotel and room reviews you'll know I'm a huge fan of Toto Washlets.” 10
- “The bathroom is everything you'd expect it to be. It's clean, plenty of space for 1 to 2 people to move around in at the same time, and well stocked with all the basic hotel bathroom amenities.” 13
- “The shower was very standard and maybe a little bit cramped but just about what I would expect.” 7
- “Yet the bathroom had a fancy Toto toilet, the first I've ever seen this at a Hyatt Place hotel.” 19
- “The bathroom was very basic but clean which is all that really matters to me at a property like this.” 7
- “The sink is in the room itself, which is a bit odd and not terribly convenient if someone needs to sleep while someone else needs the light on in the sink area.” 18
- “Two pet peeves: my room had a door separating sink from toilet/shower. While likely nice when sharing the room, the shower/toilet room is very small. A pocket door would have been better.” 14
- “Here's the single sink with a nice mirror and a spacious bathroom. It's a pretty large shower.” On camera211:36
- “I really didn't like how there wasn't a separate light for the bathroom. I had to turn on the light that was near the door that lit up the closet, sink area AND the shower/toilet area.” 5
- “Oh - but that's not all the toilet even has a built in tooth brushing station. Ours may have been a little broken.” 3
- “The bathroom is just off the entry way. The bathroom is a bit on the small side, with a sink area and then a separate toilet and shower area.” 10
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- 1Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa Review: Rooms ...youtube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only9 quotes used
“Many of the restaurants offer children's menus with familiar favorites alongside opportunities to try new Hawaiian flavors, and staff members are genuinely welcoming to families, never making parents feel like their chil…”
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“Guest photos on Trip Adviser consistently highlight the sunset views from these rooms. And honestly, watching the sun dip into the Pacific from your private balcony is worth the upcharge for many travelers.”
Read originalyoutube.com - 3Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach Hotel Review - Jeffsetter Traveljeffsetter.comReview siteDate not stated11 quotes used
“The bed was quite comfy, and I think there was a pillow menu.”
Read originaljeffsetter.com - 4Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach Reviewreddit.comForum threadDate not stated46 quotes used
“The rooms were modern, clean, cool, and well lit. Extremely quiet and well soundproofed.”
Read originalreddit.com - 5Honest Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach Review for Familieshawaiitravelwithkids.comReview siteDate not stated14 quotes used
“Because of its location and amenities, we think Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach is one of the best areas to stay on Oahu for families looking for activities and walkability to restaurants.”
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“The coconut cake is a must.”
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