Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
A functional Waikiki base within walking distance of the Hawaii Convention Center.
The verdict
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Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki is a standard hotel designed for budget-conscious travelers. It delivers practical convenience with comfortable beds, in-room microwaves and mini fridges, and an easy walk to the Hawaii Convention Center. However, thin walls leave rooms vulnerable to neighbor noise, and public spaces throughout the property are few and far between. 138124
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What travelers noticed
- Reviewers agree that the hotel provides an easy commute within walking distance of the Hawaii Convention Center. 813
- Rooms are practical for everyday needs, featuring useful amenities like a microwave and mini fridge. 12
- Guests consistently report comfortable beds that make for a restful sleep. drawn from the full read
- Staff members are widely praised for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. 8
The catch
- Opinions differ on the decor, with some guests appreciating functional, recently upgraded rooms while others criticize uninspiring beige walls and patterned bedspreads. 8
- Value is another point of contention, as several visitors consider it reasonably priced while others feel it has uncompetitive cash rates. drawn from the full read
Who it's for
- — Business travelers heading to the Hawaii Convention Center
- — Budget-conscious visitors wanting in-room microwaves and mini fridges
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers sensitive to very thin walls
- — Travelers seeking ocean views and modern room styling
Seen on camera
12 moments · 2 videos · Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki
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“There are a number of outrigger hotels in Wy Ki. This, I think, is our choice for the best beachfront outrigger hotel in…”
youtube.com2:21“And from the hotel, you get views down to Diamond Head. It's lovely.”
youtube.com2:47“I will say the draws here, I think, for this hotel is the dining in the hotel. You have Dukes, super lively, super fun p…”
youtube.com2:51“Complaints though, it can get a little loud, especially with Dukes going at night and the live music.”
youtube.com3:05“And then I will say I've never been like super wowed by this hotel because it's just kind of plain. You walk in the lobb…”
youtube.com3:28“The pool, it's medium-sized right next to the beach and it's in a great location. You are in the hustle and bustle of Wy…”
youtube.com4:33“Here's one thing to note, though. I will not stay in the diamond wing again. The walls are very, very, very thin. And ou…”
youtube.com5:06“So, rooms go for between $700 to $1,100 a night, but I really do feel like you get the luxury here that you are paying f…”
youtube.com7:10“So, there are two fine dining restaurants, but then our favorite is House Without a Key. We love going there for sunset.…”
youtube.com7:39“So this is the H High Regency Wiki Beach. And as you can see, it is across the street from the beach, but there's no bui…”
youtube.com8:15“So that's why I say it's it's kind of beachfront and because it is across the street you get some better deals. You get…”
youtube.com8:29“Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle surcharge.”
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Paying $11 more direct is likely worthwhile if you value Wyndham Rewards points, status credit, or on-property benefits.
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Score breakdown
How the 80/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
86- “Unbeatable location, recently upgraded room, bright bathroom, caring folks.” 7
Location
85Room
79Service
85Bed & Sleep
84Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Value
84- “Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki is a solid off-beach hotel option conveniently located near Ala Wai Boat Harbor and the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon. It's just a short stroll to the Hawaiʻi Convention Center, Ala Moana Center and the start of Waikīkī - so you'll have easy access to beaches, shopping, dining and more without paying beachfront prices.” 13
- “Affordable, value option outside main bustle of Waikiki” 8
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-01
Where it sits
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Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 8 points below the mid-range median of 88, across 321 hotels in the same bracket. In Honolulu it sits 4 points below the local median of 84.
- This hotel
- 80
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 89
Based on 321 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
Nothing is yet praised often enough to recommend.
- 1 mention
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.
View the 31 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “Affordable, value option outside main bustle of Waikiki” 8
- “So that's why I say it's it's kind of beachfront and because it is across the street you get some better deals. You get a better value at that hotel.” On camera48:29
- “Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki is a solid off-beach hotel option conveniently located near Ala Wai Boat Harbor and the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon. It's just a short stroll to the Hawaiʻi Convention Center, Ala Moana Center and the start of Waikīkī - so you'll have easy access to beaches, shopping, dining and more without paying beachfront prices.” 13
- “When I attempted to call the next morning (literally 8 hours later) and explain the situation, the reservations manager was super rude and dismissive of my situation (the stay was over 1000 dollars) and refused to offer me any kind of compensation, not even to reschedule the booking by a single day.” 9
- “Made for budget-conscious travelers, and not for anyone seeking daily deep-cleaning.” 17
- “The helpful staff creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere, but public spaces in this hotel are few and far between.” 8
- “Impeccable and luxury room. It is a pretty standard hotel and I loved its functional rooms and amazingly friendly personnel.” 7
- “Reasonably priced, beautiful location, HIGHLY EFFICIENT staff.” 7
- “staff and rooms of this neighboring hotel were beautiful. the staff did all they can for a lovely stay.” 7
- “And then I will say I've never been like super wowed by this hotel because it's just kind of plain. You walk in the lobby, it's plain. Everything feels a little bit plain and a little older there.” On camera43:28
- “katkale • 2y ago Came here to say this. Just got back from Waikiki and union reps were at Hilton tells guests who to contact about their stay. It was literally a self-service hotel that week...” 2
- “Rooms are basic in decor and furniture could use an update, but there are flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers in all rooms and some have big balconies.” 8
- “Unbeatable location, recently upgraded room, bright bathroom, caring folks.” 7
- “Great-sized suite and good bed.” 7
- “Impeccable and luxury room.” 7
- “Appropriate, appropriate room with a safe, comfortable bed.” 7
- “Rooms include a microwave and mini fridge. Made for budget-conscious travelers, and less so for anyone requiring expansive room space.” 12
- “Unbeatable location, recently upgraded room, bright bathroom, caring folks.” 7
- “Hawaii?? We went on that cruise in November 06 and stayed at the Sheraton Princess which was very well located and superb.” 14
- “Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle surcharge.” On camera100:46
- “The Outrigger Waikiki is a nice hotel with a good location.” 14
- “There are a number of outrigger hotels in Wy Ki. This, I think, is our choice for the best beachfront outrigger hotel in Wy Ki is the Outrigger Wiki Resort. So, it is located right next to the Moana Surf Rider. It occupies a prime location on Wy Ki Beach.” On camera42:21
- “Reasonably priced, beautiful location, HIGHLY EFFICIENT staff.” 7
- “The Hawaii Convention Center is also within walking distance, making it an easy commute for business travelers. There's also a bus stop in front of the hotel making it easy to access other areas of Honolulu.” 8
- “The Hawaii Convention Center is also within walking distance, making it an easy commute for business travelers.” 8
- “Unbeatable location, recently upgraded room, bright bathroom, caring folks.” 7
- “Good and GOOD food. It was reasonably priced.” 7
- “So, there are two fine dining restaurants, but then our favorite is House Without a Key. We love going there for sunset. They have live music. They have a hula show. They have great drinks and appetizers. And it's just a vibe.” On camera47:39
- “I will say the draws here, I think, for this hotel is the dining in the hotel. You have Dukes, super lively, super fun place to go for lunch or dinner. They have live music at night.” On camera42:51
- “Complaints though, it can get a little loud, especially with Dukes going at night and the live music.” On camera43:05
- “I would check to see if Hilton workers are still striking. Just came back and walked by Hilton and they were incredibly loud. All day 8am - 8pm.. not sure about Ramada.. I'd find something down the road.” 2
What we still don't know
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- 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.
- 14 sources carry no publication date, so we cannot tell how current they are.
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How much we read
Deep coverage · 19/100We read 0 sources for this property, covering 0 traveler mentions, boiled down to 0 traveler insights worth knowing. Last checked 2026-09-01.
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Sources
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Everything quoted on this page.
- 19ALA MOANA HOTEL BY MANTRA - Honolulu HI 410 ...hotelplanner.comReview site2026-08-08CurrentRead originalhotelplanner.com
- 9Beware Ramada Plaza Waikiki : r/hotelsreddit.comForum thread2025-12-24Recent1 quote used
“When I attempted to call the next morning (literally 8 hours later) and explain the situation, the reservations manager was super rude and dismissive of my situation (the stay was over 1000 dollars) and refused to offer…”
Read originalreddit.com - 2Waikiki hotel - Ramada vs Hiltonreddit.comForum thread2024-11-06Ageing2 quotes used
“I would check to see if Hilton workers are still striking. Just came back and walked by Hilton and they were incredibly loud. All day 8am - 8pm.. not sure about Ramada.. I'd find something down the road.”
Read originalreddit.com - 8Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki Reviewoyster.comReview site2024-08-10Ageing7 quotes used
“Affordable, value option outside main bustle of Waikiki”
Read originaloyster.com - 13Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikikiwaikikibeachstays.comReview site2023-12-02Ageing1 quote used
“Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Waikiki is a solid off-beach hotel option conveniently located near Ala Wai Boat Harbor and the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon. It's just a short stroll to the Hawaiʻi Convention Center, Ala Moana Center…”
Read originalwaikikibeachstays.com - 16Wyndham Waikiki Beachwalk...here now!! - TUG forumtugbbs.comReview site2010-02-25AgeingRead originaltugbbs.com
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