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Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
A budget-friendly Waikiki hotel across from the beach with spectacular ocean views from high-floor tower rooms.
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Situated just across the street from Waikiki Beach, this older property offers a more affordable alternative to neighboring beachfront resorts. Guests appreciate the convenient location and the panoramic ocean views available from the upper tower rooms. However, loud street noise carries high up the building and remains a constant disruption for sleepers. 1841621
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What travelers noticed
- The location directly across the street from Waikiki Beach makes beach access and catching The Bus effortless. 23163
- Upper-floor tower rooms deliver expansive, breathtaking ocean views. 41411
- Bathrooms are compact and dated, but reviewers consistently praise the outstanding shower water pressure. 111729
- Loud street noise from late-night partiers and music penetrates deep into the rooms, even on the 29th floor. 311224
The catch
- While some guests appreciate the complimentary cold breakfast buffet with ube donuts and fruit, others call the elite breakfast a sad pastry with upcharges for hot food. 241720
- Some visitors consider the property a budget-friendly option compared to nearby resorts, but others feel the dated rooms are not worth the nightly rates. 71118
Who it's for
- — Budget-conscious travelers wanting easy Waikiki Beach access
- — Guests booking high-floor tower rooms for ocean views
- — Visitors planning to explore Oahu via The Bus
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers bothered by persistent street noise
- — Travelers expecting modern, newly renovated room interiors
- — Anyone looking for a full complimentary hot breakfast
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17 moments · 5 videos · Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
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“when you head past this pool on your way to the beach be sure to stop at the towel station here not only for towels but…”
youtube.com1:48“we stayed in room 420 which is located right next to the elevator so pretty small room”
youtube.com2:49“you can also exit here to access most of the nightlife and dining and all the shops located in waikiki the central locat…”
youtube.com0:54“the view from this room was absolutely gorgeous and when we were in the room we spent most of our time right out here on…”
youtube.com14:49“if you love the views and don't want the sand or the heat from the sun you can stay here all day watch the sailboats and…”
youtube.com16:02“the views from these rooms are breathtaking and are really hard to beat the views are one of the many highlights of this…”
youtube.com0:43“the bathroom was quite tiny but it was clean”
youtube.com0:53“The Princess Kaiulani has been running large tour groups through it for a number of years and it shows it is shabby and…”
youtube.com1:04“there are sufficient charging points in the room with sockets and USB ports next to each bed this is a real plus since n…”
youtube.com1:28“a Honolulu coffee Outlet is located next to the adult pool serving great lattes you can also get grab Ando breakfast and…”
youtube.com4:10“it's a great all-around Resort Choice with a superb location on the beach with access to all yiki has to offer”
youtube.com5:22“the shower had good water pressure but it was pretty outdated but clean as well”
youtube.com1:05“the Lanai was quite large and had two chairs and a little table it was really nice having coffee out here in the morning…”
youtube.com1:15“if the bonvoy Loyalty program is not driving your decision we recommend that you consider other properties before the Sh…”
youtube.com0:50“the rooms at the resort have recently been refreshed and are bright light and comfortable”
youtube.com0:30“and the view was the highlight of the room”
youtube.com1:12“the hotel itself is from the 60s but they've done a great job i think renovating it and making it look all nice”
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Score breakdown
How the 74/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
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Location
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- “it's a great all-around Resort Choice with a superb location on the beach with access to all yiki has to offer” 195:22
- “Though not directly beachfront, the hotel does offer spectacular ocean views from some of the tower rooms, and it is just a short walk to the sandy beaches of Waikiki. Its location on Kalakaua Avenue is perfect as you have so many shopping and dining options at your fingertips.” 18
Room
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- “the view from this room was absolutely gorgeous and when we were in the room we spent most of our time right out here on the balcony even during the night” 3314:49
- “However, they have a daily guest self-parking for $35.00 per day. We checked into the Tower Ocean Premier with breathtaking ocean views from our private balcony!” 14
Service
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- “The hotel staffs were kind. I sent a package to the hotel, so I went to the bell desk to pick up the package, and the package was kept safely and the bell staff even carried the package for me which was very helpful.” 28
- “To the OP - have a wonderful vow renewal ceremony! We have enjoyed the Rum Fire on more than one occasion. A really nice spot with spectacular views.” 27
Bed & Sleep
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- “The bed was a little high, but it was comfortable to sleep in. The bed itself was large, and the cushion was not too soft and not too hard, so it was very nice.” 28
- “We are used to sleeping in a king-sized bed, so we each took a bed, otherwise we would be bumping into each other all night. We did find that the beds were too firm for our liking, so it wasn't the most comfortable sleep.” 3
Value
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- “I was able to BRG this rate down to $127, which was a great deal at the time.” 20
- “Finally, one thing we loved is that despite its fantastic location and great amenities, this hotel is budget-friendly. It allows individuals to experience an all-inclusive resort vacation without having to spend as much money as they might at other hotels.” 11
Where it is, how to reach it
120 Kaiulani Ave Honolulu
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815 USA
Details checked 2026-09-01
Where it sits
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach and the 16 other hotels we cover in Honolulu. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
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 14 points below the mid-range median of 88, across 321 hotels in the same bracket. In Honolulu it sits 10 points below the local median of 84.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 74
- 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.
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- 12 mentions
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Avoid
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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.
Value
73
Bed & Sleep
72
Food
65
Room
64
Bathroom
62
Service
60
Noise
56
Location
24
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Food25 mentions · 1 filmed
- “The buffet offered an array of food items from Hawaiian dishes to local island favorites. Having breakfast here was the perfect way to start the day!” 14
- “Two mediocre but reasonably priced restaurants on-site, plus a coffee stand and a hot dog cart” 17
- “the aptly named splash bar provides a variety of cocktails and snacks and meals to eat all lounging at the pool or heading off to the beach simple but quite delicious” 33
- “But the menus seemed interchangeable at times, and the food might as well have been. Splash's (or maybe Pikake's) lunch special: the "Loco Moco", which is a hamburger pattie over rice, topped with grilled onions, gravy, and a fried egg. All told, you're better off heading elsewhere.” 17
- “The I'm a Plat and got the breakfast option. Fruit, baked good, yogurt, drink. Basic but it hit the spot.” 12
- “The menu is fairly small and pricey, but offers some Hawaiian twists on American classics. Unless you have Bonvoy Platinum Elite status or higher, you may want to eat elsewhere if you are staying multiple days.” 18
- “The Princess "elite breakfast" is a sad little pastry and some fruit with all kinds of attempted upcharges if you want something more.” 24
- “The breakfast buffet features an omelet chef, and has good variety, but neither the food nor the coffee tasted fresh.” 17
- “The breakfasts at Splash Bar was pretty hearty. The amounts for breakfast were plentiful, and almost on the too much side for my lighter dates.” 31
- “Their large pool and sprawled out bar area caters to adults, with their live entertainment encouraging along. We passed on the breakfast due to being full but it did look good, as well as the dinner buffet.” 20
- “One cultural observation: coffee service is notably generous. Rather than a single cup, a full carafe is brought to the table, allowing unlimited refills.” 23
- “Bonvoy Elite Member recognition was good and we greatly appreciated the amazing upgrade to a top floor room with ocean view and the birthday surprise for our daughter. However, the Elite breakfast was a bit lacking.” 18
- “They give elite members access to the cold breakfast buffet at no charge which is really good (awesome pastries, cereal, fruit and much more).” 24
- “The potentially romantic alfresco dining at the two main restaurants is tainted by the constant battles with the pigeons who share the hotel (without, presumably, paying a dime, the freeloaders).” 17
- “For us, the breakfast was a big let down, and there was always a big line for it. Surprising, since the staff just has to hand you a box...” 16
- “While it's unfortunate a hot breakfast was not fully covered like in the past under the wonderful Starwood Preferred Guest days, it was appreciated to have the option to upgrade to a more substantial hot item at your discretion.” 31
- “The Kaiulani is ideally situated for those who want to stay at the epicenter of Waikiki's famed shopping, dining, and drinking scene.” 17
- “We were not given any choice for the pastry, fruit or yogurt. We both opted for coffee, and were given a whole jug of it, which was nice so we could top up our coffees ourselves.” 18
- “a Honolulu coffee Outlet is located next to the adult pool serving great lattes you can also get grab Ando breakfast and lunch sandwiches” On camera194:10
- “Tourists love the breakfast menu at Splash Bar and Bento as well as their grab-and-go lunches. The portions at Splash Bar are huge, so they're best for sharing.” 11
- “We went with the coffee and it was alright, not amazing. You then get a choice of pastry. There are muffins, donuts, bagels and croissants. We liked the ube donuts the best (and they gave us two each!)” 18
- “Persistent pigeons in the restaurants” 17
- “I must say that I was not overly impressed with the food. The croissants and yogurt were okay, but the fruit was really disappointing. It tasted like fruit you would get on a plane - definitely not anything local or fresh.” 3
- “For drinks, you have a choice of coffee, tea or juice. We went with the coffee and it was alright, not amazing.” 18
- “The selection was modest: Sweet yogurt (no unsweetened Greek option available) Light pastries and simple plates” 23
View8 mentions
- “You can get an ocean view with a King Room, Queen Room, double or premier room. You can also ask for a skyline ocean view room. These rooms are located on the top floors of the tower and offer stunning vistas of the beach below.” 11
- “The lanai was fairly spacious with a direct view of other buildings.” 3
- “There are 2 chairs on the veranda. This time I was a little disappointed at the 8th floor parking lot view rather than the city view because I made a reservation without specifying a room.” 28
- “I can say, as someone who's stayed there in a high floor with ocean view, that I really liked the view.” 10
- “The view is probably the highlight of this room. You have the city view in front of you, ocean to the left, and beautiful mountains to the right. It is lovely watching the sunrise and seeing the surfers down below.” 18
- “The rooms here vary quite a bit. Some are very small, motel like and overlook a parking garage.” 21
- “There are 2 chairs on the veranda. This time I was a little disappointed at the 8th floor parking lot view rather than the city view because I made a reservation without specifying a room. At night, the noise of the cars were bothersome.” 28
- “The combination of great access and good ocean view while being affordable is what makes this hotel one of my favorites in Waikiki.” 5
Bathroom19 mentions · 2 filmed
- “Because it was a room that was renovated, it had a overhead shower and a hand shower that could be held. However, the water pressure of the shower was very weak and I was a little disappointed.” 28
- “The bathroom was quite small and dated, but clean. There was a large mirror over the sink with good counter space.” 18
- “Bathroom with outstanding water pressure and hotel-brand toiletries” 11
- “A shower room with bathtub. Be careful not to hit stuff on the small sink and drop it into the toilet bowl.” 5
- “the bathroom was quite tiny but it was clean” On camera290:53
- “The bathroom was probably the most dated portion of the suite. It featured a red burgundy older colour schemes, and a decorative glass motif of palm trees that was from the seventies.” 31
- “The bathroom was small but functional. There was also a bar of soap and a small lotion provided.” 3
- “The bathroom was very small, and the shower heads were very low for anyone taller than 5'5".” 32
- “The best way to describe the bathroom in my room at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is to say that it reminded me of a typical roadside motel bathroom. It was kind of dark, extremely beige, and very much not any better than the bathroom that I had in my room at the Waikiki Malia.” 7
- “Additionally, the bathroom floor had pinkish stains, and was quite old. It was of poor quality and I expected better.” 20
- “While the shower had good pressure and got hot quickly, our shower head was missing a piece. The piece that would allow you to adjust the spray settings for how the water comes out was simply not there.” 16
- “The bathroom was very clean and I was satisfied with the basic amenities such as shampoo, conditioner and bar soap.” 28
- “The bathroom felt quite small. It was hard for my wife and I to use it at the same time. If I was a the sink brushing my teeth, opening/closing the door would hit me with the door. And there wasn't enough room for her to get in past me to go to the shower.” 16
- “The room size was more comfortable than expected for Waikiki, though the bathroom felt compact.” 23
- “the shower had good water pressure but it was pretty outdated but clean as well” On camera291:05
- “The size of the bathtub was large enough and the drainage was good.” 28
- “The bathtub had an adjustable showerhead with very good water pressure. There was also a clothes line to dry clothes over the tub.” 18
- “Mildew in the bathtub grout” 17
- “Small bathrooms with hotel-brand bath products and some of the best shower water pressure of any non-luxe-hotel” 17
Location30 mentions · 2 filmed
- “The location is excellent IMHO, as it's right in the middle of everything.” 7
- “Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel is located in the heart of Waikiki with a great location, a plethora of outdoor activities and just steps away from the best dining and nightlife.” 14
- “The trolleybus stop along Kalakaua Road and also the bus stop along Kuhio Road is close to the hotel as well, and access was good no matter where you go.” 28
- “you can also exit here to access most of the nightlife and dining and all the shops located in waikiki the central location of the princess kaiolani hotel is quite nice” On camera330:54
- “The location is excellent! It's literally right in the middle of everything, with the beach being less than a block away.” 7
- “The hotel is located in the heart of Waikiki, making it easy to access all parts of the town, and the beach is just about a 2-minute walk away.” 5
- “As previously mentioned, the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is located right in the heart of Waikiki, close to all the shops, restaurants, and famous hotels.” 18
- “Location: 85 - You can't get more central in Waikiki. You're just steps from the beach, shops, and all the hustle and bustle.” 32
- “However, we were happy with our stay, due to the balcony, location, and ease of connecting to The Bus to travel around the city.” 16
- “Though not directly beachfront, the hotel does offer spectacular ocean views from some of the tower rooms, and it is just a short walk to the sandy beaches of Waikiki.” 18
- “it's a great all-around Resort Choice with a superb location on the beach with access to all yiki has to offer” On camera195:22
- “Though not directly beachfront, the hotel does offer spectacular ocean views from some of the tower rooms, and it is just a short walk to the sandy beaches of Waikiki. Its location on Kalakaua Avenue is perfect as you have so many shopping and dining options at your fingertips.” 18
- “I used to stay at the princes k for business since it always was the cheapest option, in my opinion it's a Fairfield level property marketed as a sheraton, the best thing it has going is its location.” 24
- “Located at the heart of Waikiki, it is a quick walk to everywhere including International Market Place right next door and Royal Hawaiian Shopping Centre just across the street.” 4
- “The hotel is not beachfront, but the beach is just a very short walk away!” 18
- “With our top floor position, and being located immediately on the south east corner of the building, we had spectacular Waikiki Beach oriented views.” 31
- “The hotel's greatest strength is its location. Waikiki Beach is directly across the street, making beach access effortless.” 23
- “International Market Place and numerous restaurants are within immediate walking distance. In the evening, the area feels lively yet comfortable.” 23
- “The Kaiulani is located right at the epicenter of Waikiki, so you can find pretty much anything within walking distance to match your budget and preferences.” 17
- “And the location of available charging points was weird.” 3
- “Sheraton Princess Kaiulani offered a more balanced option. Ataround $300 per night, it is one of the more reasonably priced chain hotels in central Waikiki. Considering its location, that rate is relatively competitive.” 23
- “Access to Waikiki Beach is by walking up Kalakaua Ave the short distance as seen below from the view from our room. It is indeed a very short walk from the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani to the beach.” 31
- “I think it's main selling point is the location. It is right across the street from the Moana Surfrider hotel and Waikiki beach, and right next to the International Market Place (which has a number of shops and restaurants).” 3
- “Since these destinations are nearby, it puts guests in the perfect location to enjoy the top attractions in the area.” 11
- “Finally, one thing we loved is that despite its fantastic location and great amenities, this hotel is budget-friendly. It allows individuals to experience an all-inclusive resort vacation without having to spend as much money as they might at other hotels.” 11
- “The Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is located just off the Kalakua Avenue in Waikiki Beach. It is centrally located and close to all the major attractions on foot. While it is not a beach front hotel like the Moana Surfrider by Westin or The Sheraton Waikiki, it is located just one and a half block's walk from the beach.” 31
- “Good service, free breakfast with status, great location.” 12
- “The best thing you can get from your stay at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is its location. Because it's right at the center of Waikiki, it's convenient, regardless of what you plan to do during your visit.” 11
- “Very convenient location, altho not on the beach you can just walk across the street.” 21
- “You can order only drinks or only snacks if you like. It is in a very good location. The Hyatt Regency, Moana Surfrider, Outrigger and Royal Hawaiian and major hotels in the area of Waikiki are also located nearby, and you can easily visit the bars and restaurants of each hotel.” 28
Room43 mentions · 4 filmed
- “The Tower Luxury Larger Room was a larger room that was set out over the size of a double sized room area. While not exactly a suite by definition, it had a large enough space measuring over 550sqft/50sqm. The room was set up as one large guest room with separate sleeping and living spaces.” 31
- “i would hope anyone visiting on such a lovely day would spend the least amount of time in this room but if you did it was quite comfortable” 33
- “Strangely though, there were no easily accessible outlets in the desk area. There were outlets behind the desk, but because of the backing of the desk, you couldn't access them (and they were all full anyways).” 3
- “The first room they gave me was on the second floor overlooking the loading dock and garbage cans and the second room had no balcony. However, for $50 a night it was a good deal.” 21
- “The saving grace about this room was (by far) was the view from the balcony. I had a west facing room, which featured a slight view of the ocean if I hung way out over the railing (and cocked my head to the left).” 7
- “However, we were happy with our stay, due to the balcony, location, and ease of connecting to The Bus to travel around the city.” 16
- “Overall, though, this is a fair room. It's not special, not bad, but standard, and we enjoyed our stay more for the location than for the room itself.” 16
- “we stayed in room 420 which is located right next to the elevator so pretty small room” On camera22:49
- “the view from this room was absolutely gorgeous and when we were in the room we spent most of our time right out here on the balcony even during the night” On camera3314:49
- “With our top floor position, and being located immediately on the south east corner of the building, we had spectacular Waikiki Beach oriented views. We had a large lanai with 4 chairs outside the room that got terrific morning sun thanks to its eastern facing exposure.” 31
- “Even though the hotel only had one restaurant, it was not a problem because there were so many other options within a short walk. However, the room itself wasn't anything exciting. Even though we were in a recently renovated room, it didn't feel very upscale.” 3
- “But my room was small, depressingly drab, and horribly out of date. It even smelled a little.” 7
- “The whole room was very simple. As for the size of the room, even if I opened two large suitcases, there was still enough space to walk around.” 28
- “Moving towards the back of the room, there was a large Sheraton Sweet Sleeper King Size Bed. The bed was comfortable and had eno” 31
- “I stayed there a month ago, room was renovated nothing amazing.” 12
- “My room looked like it hadn't been updated in a very long time. Everything from the phone to the furniture looked extremely dated.” 7
- “Next time we stayed there we had a much nicer and larger room (but not in the Tower bldg).” 21
- “I was there 2 months ago, but in a cheap shoebox room due to being there on a "government rate". I thought it was a good property otherwise.” 12
- “Internet in the room was a bit of a mess, though. Every time your phone screen turned off or computer's screen saver kicks in, you are disconnected from the wifi.” 16
- “knockwurst44 • 1y ago That hotel is not very good. That hotel is not very good. The decor is weary and old. I highly recommend staying elsewhere.” 10
- “The room is simple, but it is a big plus to be able to sit on the balcony with a wide view of the sea and feel the sound of the wind and waves, or even have a light meal.” 4
- “I also asked for a can of nuts and luggage tag amenity sent up to my room, where I waited for them that evening. They never arrived.” 20
- “The room had a nice private balcony with a great view.” 32
- “These rooms have seen better days. With the exception of the recent upgrade to flat-screen TVs and solid-white duvets on the beds, almost everything in the rooms looks like it dates back to the '80s. The dented, cream-colored furniture, the faded floral art, the pigeon-bombed balcony, the cardboard-thin walls. ... It all screams, "Renovate me!" Or at least, you know, "Clean me."” 17
- “However, they have a daily guest self-parking for $35.00 per day. We checked into the Tower Ocean Premier with breathtaking ocean views from our private balcony!” 14
- “The room size was more comfortable than expected for Waikiki, though the bathroom felt compact.” 23
- “The Tower Luxury Room regularly retails for between $314 - $350 USD; which was a great use of leveraging a certificate for a free room.” 31
- “there are sufficient charging points in the room with sockets and USB ports next to each bed this is a real plus since not all hotels can boast about having enough charging capacity these days” On camera191:28
- “and the wi-fi that was available in the room was quite good worked quite well with all of our electronics a necessity” 33
- “As there was a safe in the closet. The safe was positioned in a high place, so it was a little hard to get to.” 28
- “At least it's clean. There was nothing about this hotel (whether it be in the lobby or my room) that made me curl all my toes in disgust.” 7
- “As soon as you entered into the room, you entered into a wet bar area. The wet bar had some white tiling from the nineteen eighties. It did contain a small sink and fridge. While it was dated, it was clean and functional.” 31
- “It was a pretty standard room, with nice views. There were some glaring issues, with AC that reeked of mildew and mold, needing to be turned off quickly.” 20
- “The mini-fridge was empty, so it gave you lots of room to keep your own snacks and drinks.” 3
- “The lanai (balcony) is quite large and has two chairs and a little table. We enjoyed sitting out here for morning coffees.” 18
- “The wooden table and chest of drawers are still there after the wallpaper update. There are a table and a pair of chairs on the balcony. Such a nice set-up for a little breakfast.” 5
- “I can't imagine many people choosing to stay at this property in a $350 USD room. Despite this, the room was very good with a view that was simply world class.” 31
- “The mini fridge is located in the closet but there is no minibar inside. It does come in handy for any leftover food you may have.” 18
- “The first room they gave me was on the second floor overlooking the loading dock and garbage cans and the second room had no balcony.” 21
- “stayed there on a Priceline bid in December-- had a great room-- no problems. Would definitley stay there again.” 21
- “A flat screen television was located at one end of the room. There was a couch that was set up for flat screen television viewing. There was a little wear and tear on the tables and surfaces in the room that seemed to be from luggage scratch marks.” 31
- “and the view was the highlight of the room” On camera291:12
- “Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel recently renovated their rooms: we had two double beds, a modern flat-screen TV with cable channels, mini refrigerator, desk, in-room safe, coffee/tea, and Shine spa products. The room was fairly large with an incredible view!” 14
Value26 mentions · 1 filmed
- “I was able to BRG this rate down to $127, which was a great deal at the time.” 20
- “My rate was $150 and upon checking in as a platinum Starwood member was shown three different rooms all of which smelled musty and were small for the rate I was paying. these were probably three of the better rooms but I thought were outrageous for the price.” 21
- “Finally, one thing we loved is that despite its fantastic location and great amenities, this hotel is budget-friendly. It allows individuals to experience an all-inclusive resort vacation without having to spend as much money as they might at other hotels.” 11
- “Rates remain reasonable in the un-renovated part of the hotel.” 32
- “While I likely wouldn't travel to Hawaii exclusively to stay at this property with so many interesting options out there, it was a terrific value to stay 5 nights and pay only the resort fee.” 31
- “My rate was $150 and upon checking in as a platinum Starwood member was shown three different rooms all of which smelled musty and were small for the rate I was paying.” 21
- “Considering the price of this hotel compared to others in the area, it is indeed a good value hotel for the location.” 18
- “The carpets are stained, the walls are cracking, the cheap plastic lounge chairs by the pool are caked with grime from who knows how far back.” 17
- “It's convenient near beach location and lower room rates generally attract people for a shorter stay before they move on to nicer accommodation later in their stay.” 31
- “The nightly rates are just as pricey as some of the more luxurious hotels in the immediate area. It's not worth it!” 7
- “This is clearly a strong value proposition within Waikiki - provided expectations are aligned. It is not a luxury resort, and it does not present itself as one. The rooms reflect Sheraton's global brand standard: clean, practical, and professionally maintained.” 23
- “I found the internet in the room to be pretty spotty with frequent drop offs and disconnections. The internet did not work outside on the lanai patio. I wouldn't normally mention this, but the resort fee that includes internet is $42 USD a day.” 31
- “Being just across the street from public beach access makes for a good location. The price is significantly cheaper than the beachfront properties, but the views are obviously not as good.” 16
- “Unfortunately, I was not able to take advantage of other resort fee amenities like complimentary water and fruit delivery to the beach. This room was on the loyalty floor, for a program that no longer exists. It was a pretty standard room, with nice views.” 20
- “Even though it is a hotel that is standing in a good location, the room rate is reasonable.” 28
- “I did not even waste my $300 credit buying breakfast at the hotel as even the cheapest items would have cost about $50-60 for the two of us.” 16
- “Have a good time... It's just across the street from Sheraton's other Waikiki properties, the Sheraton Waikiki, the Moana Surfrider, etc., though always more reasonable in price.” 21
- “Like many of our other experiences, we didn't get much (if any) use out of the features of the resort fee. The resort fee's inclusions included wifi, a go pro loaner, several by reservation classes of lei making, etc... Every time we stay at the Hawaiian properties, the value from the fee seems to get less and less with the fee itself getting higher and higher.” 31
- “The $42-plus-tax daily resort fee doesn't include anything of real use or value to justify the cost.” 32
- “Beds feature comfy Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses (yay), cotton/polyester-blend sheets (boo), and exceptionally soft pillows (yay). All told, very good for the price.” 17
- “Slow check-in and checkout, but service is otherwise excellent for the price” 17
- “The menu offers discounted prices off the regular menu, bringing it down to more "normal", reasonable rates.” 18
- “if the bonvoy Loyalty program is not driving your decision we recommend that you consider other properties before the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani the cost of the room versus the value it provides just does not compete with neighboring hotels” On camera80:50
- “Sheraton acquired and expanded it in 1959, establishing its current identity. This is clearly a strong value proposition within Waikiki - provided expectations are aligned.” 23
- “I felt secure because it is Sheraton, and also the price was reasonable for a hotel in Waikiki.” 28
- “As part of the resort fee, Wi-Fi is included in your room and throughout the resort. We found the Wi-Fi worked well and had no issues with connecting nor the speed.” 18
Noise24 mentions
- “Sleep: 72 - The bedding was very comfortable and exceeded our expectations. We were on the 26th floor, and with the balcony door closed and the air conditioning on, the soundproofing from outside was good.” 32
- “The hotel faces Kalakaua Road and was very convenient. In addition, Kuhio street is just behind the hotel, and the international market place has been renovated, and shops such as Nordstrom rack have also increased, so there were many crowded streets even at night.” 28
- “In terms of sleep quality, there was a little road noise from Las Vegas style partiers on the Tuesday night we stayed; even way up on the 29th floor. The room also gets it's fair share of Hawaiian music from the street below; making it on the louder side of a stay, as opposed to a quieter one.” 31
- “The one thing that may be a deal breaker for some is the street noise. Despite being on the 29th floor and having the doors fully closed, the sound from below was very noticeable in our room.” 18
- “Despite the constant waiting for the elevator in our tower (one of four out of service) and the breakfast being a huge bummer, the stay was not bad overall.” 16
- “While there are 4 elevators in this tower, only 3 were working. And we almost always had to wait for a 2nd or 3rd elevator to arrive before we could get into the elevator. Getting into the first one (due to lack of line) was uncommon.” 16
- “I would not stay at the Princess again. As others have noted, it is run down, poor elite treatment and noisy.” 24
- “When we were there, one of the 4 elevators for the Ainahau Tower was out of service, so during busy times on the weekend, you could be waiting quite a while for an elevator (it wasn't as bad during the week when it wasn't as busy).” 3
- “I really like the Marriott. As good treatment of elite members as possible with so many there, quieter side of Waikiki and easy access to Kapolani Park and San Souci beach for a more "local" experience.” 24
- “The walls are paper thin. I could hear the people in the next room talking as if there was no barrier between us.” 7
- “Also too street performers keep you up all night at the princess K!” 24
- “The Ainahau Tower is nice and renovated. This past July they kept having elevator problems so the freight elevator was being used by guests too.” 10
- “The room does have air conditioning which you can control on the wall panel. It did frequently turn on and off which can be a little noisy if you are sensitive to noises.” 18
- “Edit: I stayed there for 3 nights, the suite was nice but the street noise was so atrocious we had to move.” 12
- “You have to guess where your room is. We found our room directly across from the ice and vending, which made quite a bit of noise sometimes.” 16
- “Edit: I stayed there for 3 nights, the suite was nice but the street noise was so atrocious we had to move. I could get used to the screaming loud drunk rock band stuff every night, but the when the next morning a garbage truck showed up to literally smash giant dumpsters full of broken glass with a loud hydraulic lift from 5am - 8am out in front of the hotel that was it for me.” 12
- “We stayed there twice, first time the room was not very good - very small and dinghy, facing nothing in particular (this was a air/hotel package throught American Airlines) and we could hear lots of noise from the garbage trucks in the a.m.” 21
- “Street noise is an issue no matter how high up you stay -- like many other hotels in this part of Waikiki.” 17
- “However, room-to-room soundproofing is poor due to the adjoining room concept, with only a basic wooden door separating the rooms. We could hear our quiet neighbors open their safe and speak at a reasonable volume.” 32
- “Princess Kaiulani is very loud in certain parts of the building, if you value your sleep do not stay there, if the laylow is within your budget, (sometimes it's cheaper then the princess k) I'd recommend staying there.” 24
- “With renovations going on, the elevators are TERRIBLE on the "nice side". I simply use the freight elevator.” 24
- “As people have said it gets loud and stays loud until late at night when there are events. I can hear it as clear as day on the 23rd floor.” 24
- “Unfortunately, combination of great view and location comes with the street noise in the evening, somewhat expected in Waikiki.” 4
- “But if we looked to the right, we did have a view of the ocean past the roof of other wing of the hotel. It was quite loud out on the lanai and could be cool once it was in the shade and there was any sort of breeze. So, we normally would only hang out on the lanai in the mornings.” 3
Service21 mentions · 2 filmed
- “The concierge and front desk kept replying to my request saying "what's your room number?" so they could put a note in the room. My replies "we haven't checked in yet" were totally lost on them. A simple request, and they absolutely muffed it.” 16
- “when you head past this pool on your way to the beach be sure to stop at the towel station here not only for towels but they also give out beach chairs they're not visible but they're back there they're quite nice and comfortable always good to have for a day lounging at the beach” On camera331:48
- “Basic but it hit the spot. Very friendly service. Very close to the beach.” 12
- “Good service, free breakfast with status, great location.” 12
- “Service: 76 - We only dealt with the check-in staff, and the experience was okay.” 32
- “Service was not very attentive, although I don't really blame them as the restaurant was quite busy.” 18
- “I didn't have to wait very long to get checked in. There was nobody ahead of me, so I just mosied right up to the desk and was taken care of in an instant. The entire check in process took less than five minutes.” 7
- “The hotel staffs were kind. I sent a package to the hotel, so I went to the bell desk to pick up the package, and the package was kept safely and the bell staff even carried the package for me which was very helpful.” 28
- “To the OP - have a wonderful vow renewal ceremony! We have enjoyed the Rum Fire on more than one occasion. A really nice spot with spectacular views.” 27
- “Front counter. Check-in is after 13:00, but I arrived after 12:00 this time, and I asked if I could check-in earlier, and they checked me in with a very pleasant response.” 28
- “Upon checking out, the front desk personnel orders the room service staff to do a quick rundown of the room. The staff checks for possible damage or items you may have left behind. That means there's another considerable amount of time to wait.” 11
- “I like the location, it is right across from the beach and we have always had a nice view of the beach (request it)” 21
- “The check-in process was a bit long, and we accepted just to finish up and go to the room. The woman was nice, but the process could've been more efficient.” 16
- “Service at the entrance can be slow and requires patience, particularly during peak hours.” 23
- “The reception is located in a covered open air lobby. On today's check in, there was a bit of a wait of about 7 - 10 minutes to get to the desk. Unusually, in the Marriott Bonvoy program, there was a dedicated Marriott Bonvoy Elite Line although the counter was unmanned and the attendant was shared with the main line.” 31
- “The rooms are nothing special but they are not dissapointing or dirty.” 21
- “A cold bottle of water was also offered to guests while we waited in line. Our friendly reception agent Bobby checked us in. Our initial reservation was split into a 3 night / 2 night back to back reservation, all of which we had applied suite night awards to.” 31
- “The front desk staff were courteous and efficient. As an elite member, I received a small welcome tote bag at check-in. While modest, such details contribute positively to the overall impression.” 23
- “this hotel is definitely older and dated although i did find it to be quite clean and the service of the staff was always upbeat and helpful” 33
- “Upon entering the room, we were surprised with a large Happy Birthday balloon, personalized card, and a bag of Hawaiian treats! We had previously mentioned that it was our daughter's 4th birthday so this was a lovely gesture from Jasmine, the Guest Experience Manager.” 18
- “the hotel itself is from the 60s but they've done a great job i think renovating it and making it look all nice” On camera20:23
Bed & Sleep4 mentions
- “The bed was a little high, but it was comfortable to sleep in. The bed itself was large, and the cushion was not too soft and not too hard, so it was very nice.” 28
- “We are used to sleeping in a king-sized bed, so we each took a bed, otherwise we would be bumping into each other all night. We did find that the beds were too firm for our liking, so it wasn't the most comfortable sleep.” 3
- “While the beds were comfortable, the pillows were worthless. The moment you put your head on them, you sink. It was equivalent to not having a pillow. The mattress was very nice, though.” 16
- “Cigarette burn on the mattress in my room” 17
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- 23Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach: Resort Fee and ...sinaetravel.comReview site2026-02-15Current14 quotes used
“Having breakfast or coffee on the terrace overlooking the ocean transforms the stay. Ultimately, much of travel is defined by atmosphere - and this view delivers it.”
Read originalsinaetravel.com - 10Sheraton Princess hotel, which room to pickreddit.comForum thread2025-10-13Recent3 quotes used
“I can say, as someone who's stayed there in a high floor with ocean view, that I really liked the view.”
Read originalreddit.com - 32Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beachweleavetoday.comReview site2025-09-20Recent12 quotes used
“While the living area was renovated to look more modern, the bathrooms were not and received only a basic coat of paint. They are already showing signs of wear and tear.”
Read originalweleavetoday.com - 3Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beachjanetbland.comReview site2025-04-23Recent11 quotes used
“The lanai was fairly spacious with a direct view of other buildings.”
Read originaljanetbland.com - 6Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel : r/VisitingHawaiireddit.comForum thread2025-01-02AgeingRead originalreddit.com
- 12Anyone stayed at Sheraton Princess in Waikiki recently?reddit.comForum thread2024-07-30Ageing10 quotes used
“Basic but it hit the spot. Very friendly service. Very close to the beach.”
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