Island Colony, Oahu

Island Colony is a centrally located condo resort in Waikiki, Hawaii, offering a variety of amenities for vacationers. The resort features a large recreation deck on the sixth floor, which includes a pool, hot tub, sauna, BBQ area, picnic tables, fitness room, and coin-operated laundry facilities. The building also provides 24-hour security, car/scooter/bicycle rentals, and an open-air lobby with an ATM.

Guests can enjoy easy access to nearby shopping centers, such as Waikiki Shopping Plaza, BeachWalk, and the International Marketplace. The resort is also within walking distance of popular restaurants, stores, and attractions like the Waikiki Aquarium, Kapiolani Park, and Fort Derussy Army Museum. Public transportation, including bus stops and Biki rental bike stands, are conveniently located near the resort for exploring Waikiki and the surrounding areas. Parking is available at an additional cost, and guests must check availability and pay the condo directly for parking services.

    Island Colony Quick Facts:


  • Address: 445 Seaside Ave,Honolulu, HI 96815
  • Reviews: 4.39 / 5.0 (from 788 reviews)
  • Average Price: $192/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Island Colony Vacation Rentals

Island Colony Average Rates


As of October 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Island Colony is $192. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Island Colony Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 604 Guest Reviews


Reviewer Portrait

The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Travelers consistently love Island Colony as a well‑located, good‑value base in Waikiki. The standout is the view: many units sit high above the city with sweeping sights of Diamond Head, the ocean, and the Ala Wai Canal from generous lanais, which guests use for coffee, sunsets, and even Friday fireworks. It’s an easy walk to the beach, restaurants, shopping, and tour pickups, yet a touch back from the busiest blocks. Onsite perks are a big plus: a large pool and hot tub deck with plentiful seating and BBQs, coin‑op laundry, a small convenience store, and a lobby café. Security feels solid with key‑fob access, and many hosts are praised for clear instructions and responsive communication.

Know that this is an older, mixed condo–hotel building and individual units vary by owner and manager. Most studios are compact but functional, with kitchenettes or small kitchens that often include basics (many even provide beach chairs/towels). High floors catch breezes and are generally quieter than the street, but city sounds (sirens, motorcycles) are part of Waikiki. Parking is convenient but pricey (typically around $35–$45 per night); limited free street parking along the canal exists if you watch the signs. The gym may carry a small daily fee, and luggage storage is not typically offered for vacation rentals through the front desk.

Recurring downsides across reviews include aging infrastructure: window A/C units can be loud or underpowered, showers sometimes fluctuate hot/cold with modest water pressure, and occasional building maintenance (pool closures, water shutoffs, fire‑alarm tests, nearby construction) can interrupt plans. Cleanliness and stocking (towels, basic condiments, coffee filters) are generally good but not perfectly consistent, and a few guests note code/entry hiccups or slower responses with some third‑party managers. You won’t get hotel‑style daily service, but if you prioritize big views, walkable convenience, and useful amenities over luxury finishes, Island Colony delivers a scenic, practical Waikiki stay.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 604 reviews

Recent Island Colony Reviews


My husband and two adult sons stayed here for 2 and 1/2 days. The Murphy bed was great so they each had their own bed. The location is perfect, walking distance to the beach and many great restaurants. We rented a car which was unnecessary because we walked everywhere! The condo is really nice and it was great to be able to do laundry in the laundry facilities. The building overlooks the canal and we spent countless minutes watching the fish and canoeing people.

July 2025

The room is a little dated & could use some updates. The bathroom for sure could do with a renovation. The shower was awful. The hot water would go in & out while showering. I called twice & no one ever came to look at it & they claimed they did & nothing was wrong, which I know is false because I specifically asked to be called before anyone went into the room, so I didn’t appreciate that & in total honesty I’m not ever booking through the company Vacasa again. The hotel staff was super friendly, but couldn’t do anything for me because we rented through 3rd party.
Alexandra M.
July 2025

I stayed here with my 11 year old son and we had a wonderful experience overall. The room is on the smaller side, but it was actually perfect for just the two of us. We’d definitely love to come back again!Pros:・Fantastic location! We could watch the Hilton fireworks from the lanai on Friday night.・The kitchen was well-equipped, even with a rice cooker. Great for longer stays.・The pool was never crowded, and having laundry facilities on-site was super convenient.Cons:・The unit had a musty smell when we first arrived.We saw a cockroach during our stay, likely due to the age of the building.・Most of the beach gear on the lanai was broken and not usable.Still, the pros clearly outweighed the cons. It’s a cozy and convenient place for couple or mom& kid. Mahalo!
Akiko I.
July 2025

Great place to stay, super centric and quiet at the same time
DANIEL
July 2025

The room was smaller than I thought but it was very well cleaned. The small drawer was very hard to open and hard to closed it. The metal on the bed is broken and not steady. The rug on the balcony is always folded because of the wind. One thing that I disappointed is the 2 waters on the fridge was expired. But, it was a good stay, near of everything. Walking distance to the Waikiki beach.
Eva L.
July 2025

I enjoyed my 30 day stay in this island Colony Condo. The description and the pictures and the listing were accurate, which is always a relief. It was clean well presented with gently used to appliances. I utilized the lanai daily for reading, meditating, and meals. The location is perfect perfect . So close to so many restaurants and the beach. This is Waikiki after all, so there’s going to be a lot of partying going on, loud motorcycles ant the end of the night etc. However there’s always the beach sounds, bird sounds and I for one I cherish the sounds of laughing playing children in the pool. The laundry facilities are great and the gym was small but perfect for getting me back on track. Overall I’d say I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would stay with this host again.
Robert M.
July 2025

This condo had the most incredible view from the 31st floor! It was very reasonably priced and well appointed. It was also very clean. The location was absolutely fantastic to access downtown shops and restaurants. Best of all, Joshua was an absolutely exceptional host! He was very responsive, notably kind and helpful. My only regret is that, due to our flight being delayed, we were only able to enjoy this condo for one night and didn’t get to take advantage of all Joshua’s unit had to offer.
Valerie S.
July 2025

Great place for price, location good, as described, great to have beach chairs and towelsOnly negatives… aircon unit not great and shower runs hot and cold but manageable. Overall great experience, made our vacation affordable
Chris H.
June 2025

We loved every minute of our stay at this property. Josh communicated everything we need to know throughout. The property is close enough to the coast to enjoy it, but far enough to have a sense of peace and quiet. We can’t wait to return again one day.
Matthew L.
June 2025

Very good location, clean, just as described
Ana-Maria D.
June 2025

Overall great experience. A bit tight but managed with partner and 10 yr old daughter. A few suggestions, would be nice to include overnight parking at garage w stay, especially being here over a week-added up. Too many interruptions during stay w services-fire alarm test, water outage, garage shoot backed up and filter checks. A/C unit a bit weak, doesnt cool enough. Had to buy batteries for tv remotes since dead. Beach walk is a bit further than noted. More like 20mins walking to usable beach areas. Otherwise was pleasant stay and amazing views especially during sunset. We made it work, thank you!
Douglas S.
June 2025

Overall: Property has all the basics, but if you want to feel the spirit of aloha, this isn't the best choice. Everything is extra; ketchup packets are 50 cents, gym is 5/day. We arrived early from our flight and we're told they couldn't let us up to the room early. They wanted to charge us 5 PER BAG to watch the bags at the front. Laundry and dryer are also for pay on a separate floor. If you rent a car, parking is 45 PER NIGHT, which is pretty much highway robbery. We found nearby street parking most of the time for free, but had to pay the 45 once. The toilet was broken in such a way that if they had put in 10 at some point to fix it properly, it would be fine. Instead, they tried to bend a metal piece back into place (it didn't work), so we CONSTANTLY had to be climbing into the tank with our hands to fix the flusher. Yuck. We asked for extra towels and received a couple of hand towels hung on our doorknob the next day (not super helpful; we wanted full size). The pull out mattress was worn and stained. Like, nothing is technically wrong, but we didn't feel overwhelmingly welcome.A moment for the positive parts: place was clean. The neighborhood is unmatched, and so are the views. The best part is that you get all the views with none of the street noise. Kids loved the pool (kids love pools, so that's an easy one). Overall, there are similar places out there offering more for the same price.
RUTH S.
June 2025

There is no luggage storage The check out time is too early
Habibollah Gerami
June 2025

Beautiful property . Amazing view..everything we needed
Tammi F.
June 2025

Location is great. Free parking nearby as long as you follow the days/times for no parking. Saw a lot of cars getting towed. Pool was nice with lots of seating. Apartment was very clean. Kitchen is small but has everything you need.
Erin R.
June 2025

It was nice, but the shower water goes hot/cold constantly and the decor was a little bland. We come here to visit our Son, so it is more of a functional trip, and I would certainly stay here again.
Ken C.
June 2025

Incredible location, easy walk to beach and many places to eat.
Christopher W.
June 2025

I loved the views from balcony. The parking situation is crazy they charge you per night or a fast pass for 5 days. The customer service for the parking is terrible. The swiming pool was only open several days since it was being repaired. I was not left enough towels for the 7 days that I stayed. The sofa sleeper was small and was difficult to sleep 2 adults in it. There were so many remotes that it was difficult figuring out which one to use. The location was great since it was walking distance to alot of shop and beach.
ARACELIA A.
June 2025

Great
ALEXANDR A.
June 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Convenient place to stay. Close to everything... restaurants and beaches
Eric D.
June 2025

Great view
HEATHER M.
June 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was very clean, had a great view, has plenty of amenities, excellent staff, very good restaurants all around. Overall, a wonderful experience!
Cody B.
June 2025

Great stay, quaint room (but had to replenish own supplies, i.e. toilet paper and paper towels, etc.). Very disappointing that the pool was closed down two days after we got there for cleaning (no signage or communication either). No chance for an adjustment due to inconvenience as it was listed out that way in the contract. Other than that, great stay.
Jill D.
May 2025

This is a beautiful and well-furnished unit, with great views of Waikiki. Joshua, our host, responded in a timely manner to our messages. He was extremely well-organized, such that check-in and check-out procedures went very smoothly. The unit was housed in a comfortable and spacious facility with modern amenities. We liked that it is a short walk to Waikiki Beach (beach chairs and beach towels are in the unit), with lots of dining and other amenities close by. It is also located close to major thoroughfares for easy access for driving across town or anywhere on the island. There is a Safeway close by for stocking up if you wish to cook your own meals. This facility also provides access to a four gas grills and outdoor picnic tables on the 6th floor near the pool if you want to do any of your own grilling, which we enjoyed as well.
Karla R.
May 2025

The building itself is outdated. Our condo 3711 is clean enough but one of the bed sheets had a dirty spot. The location and cost was good.
Hing
May 2025

Everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out, but was very disappointed that we were not notified that the pool/jacuzzi area was going to temporarily closed for maintenance our ENTIRE trip. This was one of the big reasons we book this Vrbo. Also, the trash chute was not operational so we had to walk our trash down everyday.Overall, the host and room was exceptional! The view was amazing and the location was extremely convenient. The host left complimentary snacks and waters for us, and the medicine cabinet was stocked! I don't know what coffee they provided, but I wish I could take some of it home. So delicious! Some inconveniences on the hotel aspect, but a big plus was 24 hour laundromat and late night convenient store located on site. And security was amazing. We wish there was complimentary parking. The parking that we did purchase through Island Colony was convenient and saved us some money. We did have problems where unauthorized cars parked in our spot, but management addressed the issue and accommodated us.
Henry C.
May 2025

Very handy building : laundry swimming pool BBQ.. Nice big terrace.. Thnaks
Faustine N.
May 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect little studio for vacation. Very well equipped and offering lovely views. Located close to everything including transportation.Ali beach rentals superb and super responsive to deal with.
Karen B.
May 2025

This is our third or fourth time staying at Island Colony. Our first choice for reasonable accommodations when visiting Waikiki. An older building but well maintained with good amenities and service.
Terry B.
May 2025

Very clean! Great communication! Would stay again.
Joanne S.
May 2025

Good view from the balcony
David
May 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was nice and clean. Would have liked more towels in the room. But overall decent stay for the price.
Mariah H.
May 2025

1. Room needs renovation.2. Cleanliness is not good enough.
Gulnaz K.
May 2025

Reservation, check in and check out were a breeze. The unit is centrally located, just a short walk from the Seaside Avenue in Waikiki, close to many shops and dining options. Great value and location! Definitely would stay there again!
Vinicius S.
May 2025

Clean apartment, central location, big balcony, nice communication with the host, very good stay!If you aren't lucky and don't get a free parking spot at the Ala Wai Canal, you have to pay 45 for 24 hours in the parking garage... a bit expensive but that's not the hosts fault. Overall I can fully recommend this room!

May 2025

Beautiful view from the balcony. Small, but clean and everything you need for overnight stays. We didn’t spend a lot of time in the room, so it was perfect for us.
Amy C.
May 2025

It's not quite as nice as it seems in the picture, and the staff at check-in or a little bit rude. But if you want to stay in a place where the host is very responsive and helpful this is the place for you. I really appreciated how quickly Josh got back to me when I messaged him. Location is great if you want to stay in Waikiki but don't want to pay beachfront prices.
Heather S.
May 2025

Thinking of reserving the same property next year. A great deal and a great host.
Amin H.
May 2025

Great property and view!
Warren
May 2025

Nice, spacious. Easy access to shopping and dining.
Francia
May 2025

We had a good stay at this rental home. The home description was accurate and this review is based upon that description. Our family of 2 adults and 2 adult children stayed here for 3 nights. The price was reasonable considering hotel prices in the area. The rental home is comparable to a 1 bedroom suite with 2 pullout beds. Both kids found the pullout beds comfortable. The queen bed was also comfortable. The master bedroom is small, however the closet is spacious if to store suitcases after items are stored in the small dresser. The bathroom is beautifully remodeled. We found the vanity drawers in the bathroom very convenient to store our items as the counter space was limited. The home has a small kitchen. We did not cook, but did use some dishes and the coffee maker. We appreciated having coffee supplies as well as snacks provided by Josh! Parking was convenient, but not included. We found it was best to park on higher levels of the parking garage since parking spaces were very tight. We did not have a chance to use the pool or laundry on the 6th floor, but it looked very nice. We also did not use the beach chairs, but appreciated that they were available for use! The beach towels looked brand new. The home is within walking distance to Waikiki beach, and our favorite restaurant, Marugame Udon. The lanai is nice with a couch and 2 chairs. Nice views of the beach and the Ali Wai canal can be seen from the lanai. Checkin and out was easy
D B.
May 2025

Wonderful location and very easy to commuicate with host and any on site staff. Also very safe and friendly atmosphere.
Natasha S.
May 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location is perfect and appartment has everything that needs for this stay
Boyka D.
April 2025

Everything worked out just fine with this property. Would stay here again.
Dave B.
April 2025

We had a great stay here. The condo is fully equipped with everything you need. I loved how clean it was when we checked in. It is very accessible to the beach, restaurants, markets and more. We highly recommend this condo.
Lisa
April 2025

Our stay in Pacific Monarch 04 was nice. Good location and unit was as represented. Our stay is probably not a good representation of the property since construction was going on in the building and the adjacent high rise. The roof top pool was closed for renovation and fire alarms were being installed on our floor. Construction started in the early AM on the adjacent highrise with quite a bit of noise making sleeping past 6:30 unrealistic. Besides that, the folks at reception were very helpful and the Waikiki restaurants and night life was fun.
John S.
April 2025

Every thing was great overall. Unit was clean, well appointed, and in a great location. Exceptionally good location, especially for the price. Outside seating area was great.
Michael T.
April 2025

Staff was available downstairs for check in. The sheets for the futon were stained and worn thin and looked unappealing to sleep on. Bed sheets were fine. The blanket for the futon was insufficient and a worn out throw. The patio was great and bed was comfortable. The laundry facility was fine you can buy dryer sheets and detergent at the 6th floor shop.
Ellen
April 2025

Perfect stay for the 4 of us. Comfortable andClean and the host was hospitable. Very friendly. Everything was walking distance
Angela J.
April 2025

It was ok the pool area is very nice a bit far from the beach for seniors but managed.The drapes in the condo need to be replaced as they are dirty and we had to get help to hang them up right. Not a good impression when walking in and realized your staying for a month. It all worked out in the end. Would not stay there again. Sure some folks don’t mind disarray. D Bowman
George E B.
April 2025


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