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Waikiki Beach Tower, Oahu

Waikiki Beach Tower is a condo resort located in the heart of Waikiki, offering easy access to casual and fine dining restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. Just across the street, guests can find world-famous Waikiki Beach with a seawall that forms a giant, wave-free pool, perfect for families with small children. The resort features a range of amenities, including a heated main pool, secondary wading pool, jet spa, fitness center, yoga studio, BBQ area, cabanas, lounging areas, and 24-hour security. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of a fully-equipped kitchen and central location, as well as nearby attractions such as the Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium.

    Waikiki Beach Tower Quick Facts:


  • Address: 2470 Kalakaua Ave,Honolulu, HI 96815
  • Reviews: 4.83 / 5.0 (from 950 reviews)
  • Average Price: $729/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Waikiki Beach Tower Vacation Rentals

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Waikiki Beach Tower Average Rates


As of October 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Waikiki Beach Tower is $729. 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 Waikiki Beach Tower Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 714 Guest Reviews


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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 Waikiki Beach Tower for its unbeatable, central location and spectacular views. The condos sit directly across from Waikiki Beach, steps to restaurants, shops, the zoo, and surf lessons, with sweeping ocean and Diamond Head vistas from large lanais that many guests use for sunrise coffee and sunset watching. Spacious two-bedroom layouts with full kitchens and in‑unit washer/dryers make it especially popular for families and groups, and many mention feeling secure with key‑fob access and quick elevators. Building staff and valet service draw repeated praise for being friendly, fast, and genuinely helpful.

Day-to-day convenience is a strong point. Many units include beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards), kitchens are generally well equipped, and the property offers a pool deck, hot tubs, gym, BBQs, and water refill stations when open. Valet parking is typically included and highly efficient (tipping expected), and several guests noted responsive, proactive communication from property managers, with occasional early check‑ins accommodated. Some stays booked through Aston include daily housekeeping, while independent condo rentals do not, so service levels vary by unit and management.

Common trade‑offs to consider: This is the heart of Waikiki, so expect city/traffic noise and a busy, sometimes narrow beach directly out front (great for surfing; some families drive to wider, quieter beaches elsewhere). Multiple reviewers across time periods reported the pool/hot tub undergoing renovations—confirm status before booking. Quality varies by individual condo: many feel updated and spotless, while others show wear (older furnishings, carpets, or fixtures), have inconsistent kitchen stocking, or occasional maintenance hiccups (A/C balance/noise, appliance quirks, stiff sliders). A few noted clunky check‑ins or off‑site key‑fob pickup, and some second bedrooms are smaller or face interior hallways. Overall, though, guests overwhelmingly recommend the property for its location, views, friendly staff, and family‑friendly space.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 714 reviews

Recent Waikiki Beach Tower Reviews


No surprises with the condo, it was a really nice stay, great views. Really quiet too, we never heard neighbors through floor or walls, just sound of the ocean and street below. Only thing to be aware of is the parking was valet only when we were there (July 2026). No extra charge for parking though, just tips for valet. On the plus side, with the garage essentially closed off to public we felt ok leaving non essential bulk items like extra clothes, beach gear, etc visible in the car overnight. The security staff was on top of stuff. We even had Amazon deliveries outside our door with no issues.

July 2026

Just beautiful!
Rana H.
July 2026

This is an amazing condo great views great location friendly staff. Super clean and comfortable valet parking awesome. Pool and gym great All you need to stay in and cook if you want or restaurants you can walk to. A 10plus
Joyce S.
July 2026

Wow, what a fantastic spot. Great apartment, great location, and great host. Literally right across the street from Waikiki Beach can centrally on the "strip" of great stores and great restaurants. Our host was tremendously helpful and tremendously responsive. The well appointed, well equipped apartment has a great view of the beach and ocean, with almost daily rainbows. We look forward to our return visit!
Robert F.
July 2026

Tremendous views. Smooth check. In and everything was set up perfectly for us. Great location with restaurants and shopping available everywhere around us.
Stephen M.
July 2026

The tower is in a perfect location for first timers in Honolulu, right across from Kuhio beach for swimming and surfing and on the main strip in Waikiki. The valets are so friendly and the beach towel service is super convenient. Daily housekeeping was great too. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Taylor C.
July 2026

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: Great location, great property, = great time!
Susan L.
July 2026

Great property, great location, perfect for my family of six.
Stephen G.
July 2026

The view was fantastic, and the condo had everything we needed. Service from staff has been friendly and top notch. Always friendly faces! The washer and dryer was not full size, but it was super handy to have, and the reason we chose a condo vs. a hotel.
Jackie B.
June 2026

You are paying for the phenomenal view from your oceanfront lanai and space for two adults and two teenagers. If you value that then it’s worth every penny. The condo is very nice - King bed was comfy although my teenage sons said twin beds were just okay but two days in then no one cared. Well stocked kitchen with all the amenities. Can’t beat having a washer and dryer in the unit. Beach chairs available in the unit and two boogie boards. Beach towels would have been a nice touch. We bought three towels then left them behind to go into a landfill. I would definitely book here again. You are paying just a little less for an oceanfront hotel room. The space and the view was worth the price tag and we are returning home refreshed and relaxed.
Lisa
June 2026

Great view! Clean rooms. Easy place to go to the beach, restaurants, and shopping. Free parking with valet services. It'a a must place to stay if you want to bring your family.
Karl N.
June 2026

A nice condo that shows some wear. The best part of the unit was the gorgeous view of Waikiki Beach from the covered balcony and the EASY walk to the beach. We and the children enjoyed several mornings in the sand and surf and it was very entertaining watching the sidewalk traffic and surfers from the balcony.The parking valets were very courteous and all the building staff always made us feel welcome every time we returned. There was never any long wait for the valets to retrieve our vehicle when we needed it. The free parking was very useful given the traffic and congestion in the area.A few minor issues with the amenities. Only spices were picnic salt and pepper. Incorrect filters for the coffee maker. (We purchased the correct kind.) The power brush in the vacuum didn't work making it difficult to keep the sand out of the area rug in the living room. Only one roll of paper towels was provided for a 9 night stay with a 2 year old. The unit listing said a crib or pack and play was available, but we discovered the day before we were to arrive that it had to be rented and that we needed to provide the linens for it.A major disappointment is that we had NO communications with Byron, the named host. Messages sent prior to the reservation were not answered by Byron and he was NOT available during check-in and not once contacted or visited us during the stay. Note that the office staff member who helped with the crib arrangements was professional and accommodating.
Mark E.
June 2026

Fantastic location. Accommodations are exactly as listed. Incredible views directly across from the beach, shops, and restaurants. In addition, the staff was first class. Seriously, could not ask for more.
Shawn L.
June 2026

Beautiful home right on Waikiki beach! The condo was steps away from the water, beautiful view. Loved that we had a full kitchen to make meals at home when we didn’t want to eat out. Communication with the owner was fast and clear. Staff at the location was pleasant. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stephanie Y.
June 2026

The location is amazing. Great oceanviews, easy to walk to shops and Target for stocking the condo.Convenient to all you need on Waikiki Beach. You are at the spot for easy beach access. If you are looking for the busy beach vibe you got it. We loved being able to prepare our own breakfast and lunch and then dine out for dinner.The staff met our every need, kept us tidy and managed every request. Bonus luggage storage and pool for a late checkout. Great host easy to communicate with.
A N.
June 2026

Great view of the ocean. Room would be perfect for a family. The location was difficult to find and the directions were poor. Getting into the room proved challenging with its weird security system. Additionally, the WiFi and tvs were difficult to turn on/manage. Finally, one of the patio doors/sliders was broken so that was unfortunate. All in all, I think it was “fine” but I’ll probably stay someplace else next time.
Jim and Erin H.
June 2026

Property is within walking distance of many restaurants and right across the street from the amazing beach. It is very quiet and view from balcony was very relaxing of the ocean. We took our 20 year old and something grandchildren and they loved being able to go out and walk to the active areas. Condo was clean and well equipped. We rented a car but really did not need one . We walked to most places.
Renee F.
June 2026

What a wonderful location overlooking Waikiki beach! The decor and amenities are all top shelf. Valet staff are super helpful and we had wonderful stay. Byron was excellent and communication was super easy. One elevator was out, but otherwise an excellent stay. Thank you!!
Mark M.
June 2026

Property was exactly as listed. Great location, nice building, good accommodations. Clean, provided all the basics, great A/C, stunning views.
Brett O.
June 2026

Beautiful views from this well maintained, clean property. Perfect for our family of 5 adults.Valet parking was easy to use. Short walk to beach across the street. Rinse station at hotel to clean up after beach.Pool and hot tub were very nice and that area was spacious and had plenty of lounge chairs.
Christine B.
June 2026

Absolutely Love this Unit !!
Benny D.
June 2026

Perfect for families and the view was amazing. Overall the experience was great, I would definitely stay here again.
Eric P.
June 2026

This was amazing! The condo was beautiful and in a perfect spot. Walking distance to lots of shops and dining. Of course the beach was across the street and perfect. Plenty of beach chairs, boogie boards and towels. The view from the balcony was breathtaking! There were 5 of us (2 teems) and we all had a great time.
Susan H.
June 2026

We loved our stay here, the condo was clean, it was great to have two bedrooms two bathrooms and washer/dryer in unit, the view was wonderfully beautiful of the beach ocean and diamond head. The host was quick to respond and very helpful. Having valet parking included was also an added bonus. Would definitely stay here again.
Sondra N.
May 2026

The view was amazing. Perfect location to the beach, shopping, dining etc. Great communication with the host, everything was explained in detail. The staff that worked there were very friendly. We had an amazing time!
Lori V.
May 2026

Great location, good views, great building staff, good communication with host. Would recommend because it is in the heart of Waikiki.
Chris F.
May 2026

The view was spectacular and the location was just perfect for what we had to do here in Oahu.
Mark B.
May 2026

I’ve stayed at multiple locations at Waikiki Towers in previous years and this one was a little dated but I do realize it’s not easy to update things given the remote location. Very comfortable though and incredible views as described. Location is great and close to everything.
Beth W.
May 2026

Amazing location and incredible views of ocean, beach and neighborhood. Unit was very clean and included beach toys, chairs and cooler! Waikiki Beach Towers staff was so accommodating and friendly. Had to contact Management Company for concern and they responded quickly and addressed our concern. Walked everywhere from shops, food, beach, entertainment. If you do rent a car the resort allows one free car
Rochelle D.
May 2026

Excellent location Room with a view, mins walking distance to the beach, restaurantsThe Condo has everything you need. Great for groups
Mohini L.
May 2026

Excellent location, easy access to everything, quiet and private unit, views were stunning, swimming was simply across the beach in protected lagoons, valet parking was easy, staff was exceptional and friendly. Yuki went above and beyond to help us locate a lost item. She responded quickly and was exceptional in getting a plan together to retrieve our lost item. James was also super responsive and helped us check in an hour early. So appreciative of this staff. Highly recommend!!
Amy O.
May 2026

Location was great!
Garret H.
May 2026

Only issues - ice maker didn’t work- no vacuum for sand- however when notified one was brought the next day. Great views from lanai- primary bedroom could be noisy if doors left open at night with some homeless talking and dogs barking- great service from staff and again can’t beat the location for restaurants and views of Waikiki surfers and swimmers.
Karen V.
May 2026

Great views!!! And very easy ck in!!! Loved the location! Very comfortable and clean!!!
Darlene F.
May 2026

The most spectacular thing about this property is the location directly across the street from Waikiki Beach. A close second is the unobstructed views from the lanai of the ocean and sunsets. You are within walking distance of literally dozens of restaurants, stores, sites, the zoo, etc.. Communication with our property manager was effortless with quick responses. It was wonderful to have a kitchen and access to filtered water and ice cubes on demand for the multiple outings we did.(bring your reusable water bottles, and you will save a ton of money.) The staff at the Waikiki Towers were personable, interactive, and extremely helpful. The grounds are impeccably maintained. We had four beach chairs and and when we noticed one was broken, our property manager brought one over immediately that was brand new. We had plenty of beach towels and regular bath towel towels . The stackable washer and dryer is small however it was wonderful to have access to that for the week. We always had plenty of hot water. King size bed was great! Just a few comments. The air-conditioning system was quite loud and rattled frequently though kept us nice and cool. I did reach out about a repair however, I was worried that if something was wrong and the part could not be obtained that we would have no air-conditioning at all. Just something to be aware of. The property could use a bit of updating and there were a few areas needing painting, and the caulking around the bathtubs could be replaced.
Amy A.
May 2026

It was in the perfect spot. Beautiful view. Great condo.
stacy s.
April 2026

The unit was clean and well stocked with towels, kitchenware and extra linens. The beach view was phenomenal. Captain Cook Resorts was very responsive if we had questions. Majority of the building staff was friendly. The only hiccup was long waits for the elevators at times. Of the 4, one was down the whole time and another was in and out of service throughout our stay. This was a great location for our group!
danielle g.
April 2026

Views were amazing. Perfect location. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Sue N.
April 2026

The condo is truly very nice. It’s clean, the amenities (a/c, refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffeemaker all work). Beds were extremely comfortable. The oceanfront unobstructed view is spectacular. We had one issue while there with the washing machine. The machine wouldn’t spin. We reported it and had a response almost immediately. We were offered access to a vacant condo to use the washer/dryer until they could get a repairman in to fix ours. Very impressed with the responsiveness of Captain Cook resorts. We are already booked for next year!
Stephanie M.
April 2026

Interior could use updating. Feels old. TV in first bedroom was not working.
Adam L.
April 2026

We loved our stay!!! Gorgeous view as shown in listing, the updates to the property still look and feel very nice, and the kitchen had all the essentials plus extra items.The manager was helpful with any issues or questions.There are all sorts of restaurants and things to do in easy walking distance. While the ocean is across the street, the street noise wasn't bad since we were up so high.
Jennifer F.
April 2026

The unit worked out great for our family. We enjoyed the valet parking and the guys who worked the valet are fantastic. It is a great location for Waikiki but the included parking allows you to explore the island. Great beach across the street for young ones. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The BBQ's are nice but reserving them is confusing but we got it figured out and enjoyed cooking and eating pool side.
Jim W.
April 2026

Great location and the view is spectacular. Parking and valet are such a plus. The unit was clean the kitchen had everything we could need. It's probably time for a newer style pod coffee maker.
Nicole Q.
April 2026

What a great ocean view! Spacious 2 bedrooms with 2 bathroom, a big update kitchen with all kitchen appliances and kitchen tools for everyday cooking. We'll definitely go back!
Yukiko
April 2026

All the small details were accounted for. Views were great. Amenities were great. Only issue is beyond owners control with one of two elevator outage. We would stay here again and recommend to others.
Jeff N.
April 2026

The view of the beach was exceptionally breathtaking!
Lisa M.
April 2026

We had such a great stay here - couldn’t have worked out better for our trip. The two bedrooms and two bathrooms were perfect for our group (my husband and me, plus our daughter and her friend), giving everyone enough space to be comfortable.The location is amazing - super close to the beach, restaurants, shopping, and all the main Waikiki spots. We didn’t even need to rent a car because everything was so easy to walk to, which made the whole trip feel really relaxed and convenient.One of our favorite parts was spending time on the lanai. The ocean view is beautiful, and it was so fun just sitting out there watching the surfers.Having a washer and dryer in the unit was also a huge bonus - we were able to pack lighter and keep things fresh throughout the trip.The only small note is that it was unseasonably cool during our stay, and we would have loved a few extra blankets or throw blankets to cozy up with in the evenings.Overall, such a great experience. The place was exactly what we needed, and we’d absolutely stay here again and recommend it to others!
Heather C.
April 2026

The view is truly incredible and helped us with ignoring some of the areas that were run down. Upon entering the unit the carpet is ripped, a wall that had been repaired but not repainted, and areas around door handles had dirty hand prints on doors. Other than those things, we found the rest of the place to be very clean and as described. Communication was excellent and location and view cannot be beat. Staff in the building were very friendly.
Amy S.
April 2026

Location is great but cleanliness is lacking.
Annett C.
March 2026

Perfect location with a view. The manager was very helpful and answered all our questions. Would stay again!
Cynthia M.
March 2026


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