OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
A centrally located Waikiki hotel near top dining and the beach, with great views but tight, awkward bathrooms.
The verdict
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Situated in the heart of Waikiki, the hotel provides easy access to the beach, nearby shopping, and on-site dining favorites like Duke's Waikiki. Guests appreciate the friendly service and oceanfront rooms offering views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean. However, bathrooms are consistently criticized for being small and awkwardly laid out, with tiny bathtubs that barely fit adults. 10811
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What travelers noticed
- The central location puts guests within easy walking distance of Waikiki Beach and shopping at the International Marketplace. 169
- In-resort dining at spots like Duke's Waikiki and Hula Grill Waikiki earns consistent praise for solid food and a lively atmosphere. drawn from the full read
- Guests regularly highlight friendly service from the front desk, housekeeping, and valet staff. 16
The catch
- While some guests appreciate the renovated rooms with their delightful Hawaiian vibe, others feel the dark tropical decor still feels tired and dated. 9
- Some reviewers describe a relatively peaceful retreat set off the beachfront, but others report audible street noise on lower floors and elevator sounds in rooms ending in -00. 149
Who it's for
- — Travelers seeking central Waikiki beach and shopping access
- — Guests looking for lively on-site dining at Duke's Waikiki
- — Visitors wanting ocean or Diamond Head views
Skip it if
- — Guests who need a spacious bathroom or a full-sized bathtub
- — Light sleepers assigned to lower floors or rooms near the elevators
Seen on camera
17 moments · 5 videos · OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
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“I booked a standard room and the craft feel continued into the room with a striking accent wall and blue and coral tones…”
youtube.com1:03“The room was on the smaller size, but it managed to provide everything a more expensive hotel offers its guests, includi…”
youtube.com1:10“The bathroom was quite small. There was a sink and small shower with toiletries provided.”
youtube.com1:33“All in all, I was very satisfied with the room for the price I paid, which was about $150 plus taxes and fees.”
youtube.com1:47“Picture this. You wake up, draw the curtains, and bam, you're greeted by a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean or the…”
youtube.com0:41“The standard rooms spanning about 360 square ft are cozy retreats equipped with all the modern amenities you'd expect.”
youtube.com0:51“Now, let's talk about food because let's face it, that's half the reason we travel, right? The Ow Trigger doesn't disapp…”
youtube.com1:26“Speaking of nearby attractions, the Outriggers location is hard to beat. You're right in the heart of Wy Ki, which means…”
youtube.com5:17“I had views over both the ocean in the distance and the city. Views during the day and during the nighttime are both gre…”
youtube.com1:41“The Outrigger Paradise is in a prime location off the beach. Located on the corner of Kanekapoai and Kuio, it is only a…”
youtube.com2:38“it was amazing we had amazing food provided by by tanako Tokyo and atito which are fantastic Partners at our hotel and t…”
youtube.com1:27“with guests raving about the friendly staff, unbeatable location, and clean rooms.”
youtube.com6:08“You can easily book your stay and find more details by scanning the QR code on your screen or checking the description b…”
youtube.com0:03“and the rooms look beautiful right now that we're looking amazing I mean so so much work went into the design and every…”
youtube.com2:57“During your stay, you can enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.”
youtube.com0:37“The blend of modern amenities with traditional Hawaiian hospitality seems to be a winning combination. However, no hotel…”
youtube.com6:13“I can see why this is your favorite. This is so delicious. favorite. The flavors, wow. This is This is very good.”
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How to book
Score breakdown
How the 96/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
98- “The bathroom was quite small. There was a sink and small shower with toiletries provided.” 111:33
- “They cater more to families. We like the new Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel lobby and room décor (a sort of mid-century Hawaiian feel), but space can feel a little tight, and the showers are tiny with hand-held shower heads-drop the soap and you gotta open the door to pick it up.” 14
Location
98- “Speaking of nearby attractions, the Outriggers location is hard to beat. You're right in the heart of Wy Ki, which means you're surrounded by shopping, dining, and entertainment options.” 105:17
- “You can easily book your stay and find more details by scanning the QR code on your screen or checking the description below. This charming three-star hotel is perfectly situated in Honolulu, Hawaii, just a short walk from the iconic Wiki Beach.” 30:03
Room
93- “Its reimagined rooms and public spaces are filled with warmth, light and works by local artists and artisans that celebrate Ainahau's natural beauty. Among my favorite pieces was a mural in the lobby behind the front desk, which showcases a tropical Eden of plumeria, mango, monstera and other plants.” 16
- “I stayed in a city view room, and at night, the city lights created a surprisingly charming atmosphere. It was perfect for enjoying a beer on the balcony.” 9
Service
97Bed & Sleep
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Value
93- “Compared to beachfront hotels like the "Moana Surfrider" or "Sheraton Waikiki," this hotel can often be nearly half the price, solidifying its status as a fantastic value option for your Hawaii trip.” 9
- “All in all, I was very satisfied with the room for the price I paid, which was about $150 plus taxes and fees.” 111:47
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-08
Where it sits
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Stay value
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Beats what $$ usually buys
Scores 8 points above the mid-range median of 88, across 517 hotels in the same bracket. In Honolulu it sits 12 points above the local median of 84.
- This hotel
- 96
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 88
Based on 517 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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- 1 mention
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No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
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- “All in all, I was very satisfied with the room for the price I paid, which was about $150 plus taxes and fees.” On camera111:47
- “The room was on the smaller size, but it managed to provide everything a more expensive hotel offers its guests, including two beds, a table, and two chairs, a flat screen TV, and a built-in closet with a really decent amount of hanging space.” On camera111:10
- “Compared to beachfront hotels like the "Moana Surfrider" or "Sheraton Waikiki," this hotel can often be nearly half the price, solidifying its status as a fantastic value option for your Hawaii trip.” 9
- “I booked a standard room and the craft feel continued into the room with a striking accent wall and blue and coral tones throughout.” On camera111:03
- “Its reimagined rooms and public spaces are filled with warmth, light and works by local artists and artisans that celebrate Ainahau's natural beauty. Among my favorite pieces was a mural in the lobby behind the front desk, which showcases a tropical Eden of plumeria, mango, monstera and other plants.” 16
- “I stayed in a city view room, and at night, the city lights created a surprisingly charming atmosphere. It was perfect for enjoying a beer on the balcony.” 9
- “As we walked down the hall, we detected the sweet scent of pikake, diffused as a subtle tribute to Princess Kaiulani. Our spacious, comfortable Waikiki hideaway included a dinette; a living room; and a nook with a coffee maker, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a sink and cabinets.” 16
- “mfleeting said: We had a 2 double beds with a deluxe ocean view room. We had a 2 double beds with a deluxe ocean view room. I felt like the room size was pretty decent and standard for most hotels.” 2
- “They cater more to families. We like the new Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel lobby and room décor (a sort of mid-century Hawaiian feel), but space can feel a little tight, and the showers are tiny with hand-held shower heads-drop the soap and you gotta open the door to pick it up.” 14
- “Discover why the Hawaii Renaissance Hotel in Ala Moana is the perfect blend of quiet luxury, top-tier shopping, and pristine rooms.” 9
- “Furthermore, while beachfront hotels in Waikiki can be quite noisy at night, this hotel, being one block back, offers a relatively peaceful retreat. It was great to spend the day enjoying the beach and then return to a quiet room for a relaxing evening.” 9
- “Decent size balconies. Leaving the sliding door open at night and hearing the waves was relaxing.” 2
- “The walls don't block much sound, and if you get a room ending in -00, you may be forced to continuously hear the elevators.” 14
- “They cater more to families. We like the new Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel lobby and room décor (a sort of mid-century Hawaiian feel), but space can feel a little tight, and the showers are tiny with hand-held shower heads-drop the soap and you gotta open the door to pick it up.” 14
- “The bathroom was quite small. There was a sink and small shower with toiletries provided.” On camera111:33
- “Today, the recently renovated 443-room Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel stands on part of the land that Ainahau once occupied. It is conveniently located next to the International Market Place (a three-story dining and shopping hub) and a block from Kalakaua Avenue, Waikiki's main artery.” 16
- “If you want to be close to things in Waikiki with restaurants galore this is a great location.” 8
- “Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Review 2026: Budget-Friendly Hawaii Stay Searching for a budget-friendly gem in Waikiki? Our 4-night review of Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki covers its prime location, amenities, and value for your Hawaii trip.” 9
- “Speaking of nearby attractions, the Outriggers location is hard to beat. You're right in the heart of Wy Ki, which means you're surrounded by shopping, dining, and entertainment options.” On camera105:17
- “The Outrigger Paradise is in a prime location off the beach. Located on the corner of Kanekapoai and Kuio, it is only a few blocks from Waiki Beach with its stunning public beach.” On camera112:38
- “You can easily book your stay and find more details by scanning the QR code on your screen or checking the description below. This charming three-star hotel is perfectly situated in Honolulu, Hawaii, just a short walk from the iconic Wiki Beach.” On camera30:03
- “mfleeting said: Just to update we ended up staying at Outrigger Waikiki Beach and enjoyed it. Just to update we ended up staying at Outrigger Waikiki Beach and enjoyed it. We thought it was a great location and convenient and close to many things.” 2
- “The Outrigger Waikiki Paradise offers newly renovated rooms and an unbeatable central location for your ultimate Oahu getaway.” 9
- “Now, let's talk about food because let's face it, that's half the reason we travel, right? The Ow Trigger doesn't disappoint in the culinary department.” On camera101:26
- “it was amazing we had amazing food provided by by tanako Tokyo and atito which are fantastic Partners at our hotel and they're going to be featured at the hotel as well” On camera41:27
- “You also have a club level tower over at the Royal Hawaiian-- Mailani Tower which is next door to the historic hotel. You have a lounge with free breakfast and snacks throughout the day. Frankly though the rooms in the historic main hotel building are bigger and much more atmospheric.” 8
- “Chairs around the pool can be taken up pretty easy though especially since every night half of the lounge areas were closed for events. We liked that you have plenty of food options both in the hotel and very close by.” 2
- “Foodies will love the two on-site restaurants. Appetito Craft Pizza & Wine Bar, for one, offers imaginative dishes such as octopus ceviche, Molokai sweet potato gnocchi and Korean yakiniku pizza with kimchi and gochujang mayo.” 16
- “I've stayed at the Outrigger Waikiki ocean front rooms a few times...no need for the pool I use the beach and love breakfast at Duke's !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” 8
- “One night someone threw up in the lobby and 2 employees watched and did nothing about it. That was kind of a turn off for me for that moment but not the overall stay.” 2
- “with guests raving about the friendly staff, unbeatable location, and clean rooms.” On camera106:08
- “and the rooms look beautiful right now that we're looking amazing I mean so so much work went into the design and every kind of facet of the property” On camera42:57
What we still don't know
What we can’t tell you yet, said plainly. These close as we read more coverage of this hotel.
- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- 15 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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- 9Outrigger Waikiki Paradise: Fresh & Budget-Friendly Oahu Staytrvlogue.comReview site2026-05-14Current7 quotes used
“Discover why the Hawaii Renaissance Hotel in Ala Moana is the perfect blend of quiet luxury, top-tier shopping, and pristine rooms.”
Read originaltrvlogue.com - 17Outrigger Waikīkī Paradise Hotel : r/VisitingHawaiireddit.comForum thread2025-08-07RecentRead originalreddit.com
- 2Outrigger vs HHV? | Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spadisboards.comReview site2017-04-20Ageing7 quotes used
“Leaving the sliding door open at night and hearing the waves was relaxing. Something we could not do at Aulani (to far away from the water). Awesome view!”
Read originaldisboards.com - 1Dining and Views at Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotelyoutube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only2 quotes used
“Okay, let's try this pizza. Ooh, let's just cheers. Cheers. Wow, that burrata is incredible.”
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“You can easily book your stay and find more details by scanning the QR code on your screen or checking the description below. This charming three-star hotel is perfectly situated in Honolulu, Hawaii, just a short walk fr…”
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“it was amazing we had amazing food provided by by tanako Tokyo and atito which are fantastic Partners at our hotel and they're going to be featured at the hotel as well”
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