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Diamond Head Beach Hotel

An older, gated building on the ocean side of the road across from Kapiolani Park, where guests trade resort amenities for a quiet seaside lawn and an easy walk into Waikiki. It suits couples and repeat visitors who want a calm, walkable base rather than a pool or a beach out the door.

What guests say

Guests love

  • Quiet end of Waikiki. Guests like being a mile or so from the Waikiki strip - close enough to walk in, far enough that evenings are calm and the street is not busy.
  • Oceanfront lawn and patio. The shared back patio and grassy area on the water, with lounge chairs and tables, is a favorite spot for morning coffee, reading and sunsets.
  • Diamond Head and ocean views. Many guests rave about the views of Diamond Head, the park and the ocean from their lanai, especially in the higher-floor units.
  • Snorkeling off the back steps. Stairs behind the building lead into the water for snorkeling or surfing, and a small sandy beach for easy swimming is a short walk away.

Worth knowing

  • Parking takes a plan. The garage under the building is paid, limited and tight, so many guests use metered spots by the park, which guests say are free overnight, though some found them full.
  • No pool, no beach on site. There is no pool, and the shoreline behind the building is rocky, so swimmers walk a few minutes to the nearby sandy beach.
  • Studios are hotel-style. Many studios have kitchenettes with a hot plate or microwave rather than a stove, and a few guests noted bright light or some street noise at night.
Choosing a unit: Guests who want the big views point to the upper floors (10th and above), since several mid-floor guests found their ocean view partial or looking over neighboring roofs.

This review summary is AI-assisted, drawn from 203 recent guest reviews (Nov 2024 to Aug 2026) of the rentals we list. Units are individually owned, so details vary. Read the latest reviews

At a glance

Unit types
Studios to 2 bedrooms, sleeping 2 to 6
Air conditioning
All 21 rentals we list
Ocean views
11 of the 21 rentals we list. We check every view claim.
Nearest beach
Sans Souci Beach, 0.2 mi
Airport
About 30 minutes from Honolulu Airport (HNL)
Address
2947 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Map of Diamond Head Beach Hotel and the nearest beaches Open in Google Maps
  1. 1Sans Souci BeachBeach · 0.2 mi
  2. 2Kapiolani Beach ParkBeach · 0.5 mi
  3. 3Diamond Head CraterAttraction · 0.6 mi
  4. 4Waikiki Beach SouthBeach · 1.0 mi
  5. 5Kuilei Cliffs Beach ParkBeach · 1.2 mi
  6. 6Waikiki Beach CentralBeach · 1.3 mi

Straight-line distances from the building.

Rentals at Diamond Head Beach Hotel

Our top-rated rentals here, from the 21 we list.

Diamond Head Beach #805Ocean viewDiamond Head Beach #8051 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 2$343 avg/night 4.9 (105)Diamond Head Beach Hotel 403Diamond Head Beach Hotel 4031 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 2$433 avg/night 4.9 (90)Diamond Head Beach Hotel PH01OceanfrontDiamond Head Beach Hotel PH012 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 4$656 avg/night 4.9 (76)Diamond Head Beach Hotel 704OceanfrontDiamond Head Beach Hotel 7041 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 2$247 avg/night 4.7 (102)Diamon Head Beach Hotel #1101Ocean viewDiamon Head Beach Hotel #11012 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 6$656 avg/night 4.8 (51)Diamond Head Beach Hotel 5th Floor StudioDiamond Head Beach Hotel 5th Floor Studio1 bd · 1 ba · sleeps 4$284 avg/night 4.7 (66)

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Nightly prices by bedroom

BedroomsRentalsAverage per nightRange
Studio1$344–
116$390$194 to $833
24$595$474 to $656

The typical nightly price of each rental we list, with Hawaii's 18% tax and the cleaning and booking fees included, as of November 2026. Holiday dates cost more.

Recent guest reviews

Diamond Head Beach Hotel 403
★★★★★ August 2026

The location of this property is amazing! As well, it is very clean, well furnished, and everything you need for a comfortable stay is available:). We loved the secure parking space that is included with the property, as well as the quiet ambiance and the beautiful grassy area to sit and enjoy the ocean and views! We recommend this property wholeheartedly!

ELISE R.
Diamond Head Beach Hotel 704
★★★★★ August 2026

Have stayed in this building g before. This unit was excellent Love the location Nice and quite but still walking distance to waikiki

BARBARA Q.
Diamond Head Beach #805
★★★★★ July 2026

We had the best stay during our vacation! Everything about our accommodations was beyond our expectations & if I could have rated Mark higher than 5 stars on communication I would have! There were extras in the room that made our vacation activities more convenient—beach towels, a cooler bag, ice packs, & snorkeling gear to name a few. I’d highly suggest staying here (and anywhere else that Mark is the host)!

Amanda B.
Diamond Head Beach Hotel 5th Floor Studio
★★★★★ July 2026

The room was perfect and had all the beach things we needed! The location was great and the walk to Waikiki was a breeze. The ocean views are stunning. Such a great trip.

Ashley V.
Diamond Head Beach Hotel 704
★★★★★ July 2026

Suggestion: put in towel bars to hang wet towels after shower. The microwave is in a REALLY awkward spot above the fridge. Other than that, the room is very clean, nicely furnished except the sofa...nice looking and modern but unfortunately uncomfortable. My bad luck was the elevator was being repaired for most of my 10 day stay which was a bummer but out of the host's control. Within walking distance to Waikiki Beach, Aquarium, Kaimana Beach, and Honolulu Zoo, easy bus ride to Ala Moana Center/Beach, quiet and away from the fray which is nice. Nice view of the sunset from the room.

C G.
Diamond Head Beach Hotel 403
★★★★★ July 2026

Easy access to Waikiki and Honolulu as well as the windward side of the island but was away enough from the hustle and bustle of the city. We loved it and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for this type of rental for your vacation!

Cheryl H.
Diamond Head Beach Hotel 5th Floor Studio
★★★★★ July 2026

Great communication,awesome location, parking across the street was free and easy, safe area, definitely stay again….Blessed beyond measure!!!!My queen was impressed!!!!

Kevin U.
Diamond Head Beach Hotel 403
★★★★★ July 2026

The location was perfect being close to a gorgeous beach, Diamond Head, and Waikiki. We enjoyed our time!

Jessica H.
Diamond Head Oceanfront Suite #601
★★★★★ July 2026

Great location. We are Elks members and loved being so close to the club. We like the beach that was close. There is a great food spot about 10 min walk away on the beach. We like being on the quiet side of Wakiki.

elizabeth a.

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