Waikiki Sunset, Oahu

The Waikiki Sunset condo resort is a family-friendly destination located just a block from the famous Waikiki Beach and within walking distance to a variety of attractions, including international restaurants, the Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, shopping centers, luaus, and dinner cruises. The resort offers a range of amenities for guests to enjoy, such as a heated swimming pool, fitness center, BBQ area, lounge area with free Wi-Fi, and coin-operated laundry facilities on each floor. Additionally, there is a mini mart on the 5th floor for added convenience. With its prime location and numerous amenities, the Waikiki Sunset is an ideal choice for vacationers seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Hawaii.

    Waikiki Sunset Quick Facts:


  • Address: 229 Paoakalani Ave,Honolulu, HI 96815
  • Reviews: 4.68 / 5.0 (from 1612 reviews)
  • Average Price: $319/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Waikiki Sunset Vacation Rentals

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Waikiki Sunset Average Rates


As of February 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Waikiki Sunset is $319. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $441. 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 Sunset Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 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 praise Waikiki Sunset’s location and views. The high-rise sits on the quieter, Diamond Head end of Waikiki, a 3–10 minute walk to the beach, Honolulu Zoo, Kapiolani Park, shops, and restaurants. Many units sit high enough for sweeping vistas of Diamond Head, the ocean or mountains, and having free, on-site parking is a standout perk that saves money and makes exploring O‘ahu easy. Hosts are often described as responsive and thoughtful, with smooth self check-in and welcome touches that make the condos feel like a home base rather than a hotel room.

Most units are individually owned, and many have been renovated and kept very clean, with comfortably furnished living spaces, strong A/C, and well‑equipped kitchens that make simple meals and longer stays convenient. Families especially like layouts with bunk beds or sofa beds, the supply of beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, towels), and laundry rooms on every floor. The building’s 6th‑floor recreation deck with pool and BBQs is a popular bonus, and the overall value compared to nearby hotels is frequently noted.

Common tradeoffs reflect the building’s age and size. Public areas (lobby, hall carpets, elevators) feel dated, elevator waits can be long at peak times and occasional outages or building maintenance can temporarily affect water, power, A/C, or amenities. The parking garage is tight with a low clearance, better for smaller vehicles, and Waikiki’s city sounds (including early-morning roosters) can be present, though most units are quiet with doors closed. Beach gear and supplies vary by unit, and a few condos show more wear than others, but issues are typically addressed quickly by attentive hosts. If you choose a recently updated unit, plan around elevator rush hours, and don’t expect resort-style daily service, Waikiki Sunset delivers a comfortable, well-located base with great views and strong overall value.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Waikiki Sunset Reviews


Very nice room. Unable to get EnglishLanguage programs on Netflix, but otherwise great.
Diane D.
October 2025

This was the perfect base of operation for a recent business trip. Great location, great amenities, and a clean, comfortable, well-appointed unit. The free parking was a terrific bonus. The best part was the breathtaking mountain views during sunrise and sunset. Highly recommend!
Meryl H.
October 2025

The apartment badly needs updating the water system is not always hot the swimming pool was not heated The air conditioning and water heater system needs to be overalled My husband has suffered from a terrible chest infection had to take antibiotics the whole time we were here as you can tell by the pictures the air system is filthy
David W.
October 2025

Courtney was an amazing host and everything about the stay was amazing! Highly recommend staying here and will definitely stay at her place again!
Audrey R.
October 2025

Great views, great number of beds
David I.
October 2025

Loved the apartment! Close to the beach 1 block away, with shops near by. Many restaurants walking distance and easy enough to DoorDash food. The unit had shampoo and soap plenty of towels and toilet paper. Would recommend to any family. Free parking and ease of access. Keep in mind parking garage is small so don’t rent a tall car and parking big cars can be difficult but there’s plenty of parking didn’t have an issue finding a spot.
Rumaldo E.
October 2025

Clean, comfortable, spacious for 2, bright. Walk to beachfront
MARC C.
October 2025

The perfect place for us! So warm and welcoming every time we would return! The beautiful view of the water…. Sunset….A perfect location for walking the active Waikīkī strip! This condo was so clean and offered all the basic amenities. King size bed was comfortable!Fun to be able to have breakfast home each morning and a few dinners each night.Thank you for making our vacation so special!
Kathleen L.
October 2025

We really loved that this unit had parking included! This made doing our day trips very easy. Proximity to all of Waikiki was amazing. Building itself is on the older side though it is well maintained. The unit itself is modern and clean. We had 2 people staying but could easily have had at least 1 more with plenty of space. Check in was only confusing in that host wrote about check in via DM but didn’t include info about needing to sign in with building security. Otherwise everything was very clear and host was great at communicating. 2 of the beach chairs the host provided were broken but since there were only 2 of us, it was ok. We’re grateful those chairs were provided, so thank you!
Urszula C.
October 2025

We had a wonderful month long stay and found the condo to be just great, we loved the upgraded finishes, the kitchen had everything one needs, they had cleaning supplies available, the condo was very clean upon arrival, the layout was very comfortable and the host was excellent! BUT the very best part was the ocean view!
Nicolle B.
October 2025

Good location and the parking was easy and secure. The condo itself was clean and had everything we needed including beach chairs and an umbrella. Thank you so much for the use of your great place. We hope to return.
Mellany H.
October 2025

Great view from the fourteenth floor. Lovely house. Clean. Minimart inside the complex and 5 min walk to abc store was great. 10 min walk to waikiki beach. Beds were very comfortable. Only issue I could think of is the a/c wasnt working well in the bedrooms but it was manageable.
Sharan R.
October 2025

What a great place to stay! The location is perfect. Close to the beach, shopping and restaurants! Even the zoo! Courtney definitely thought everything through. Anything you needed was right there. The beds super comfortable. The checkin process was so smooth and received alot of information from Courtney and security at checkin! I cannot say enough about this property would definitely recommend!
Julie S.
October 2025

Small but clean room. Walk to beach, perfect location and host provided beach towels and coffee maker. Hula’s restaurant on 2nd floor was fantastic also. Loved being able to pay for parking spot very easy!
Daniel H.
October 2025

Our stay was wonderful! The apartment was very clean and comfortable. We had all of the amenities we needed. It was close to the beach and close to multiple bus stops. It was centrally located. We were too busy sight seeing and did not go to the pool or fitness center, but could see the pool from the balcony and it looked nice. There was also a nice BBQ area (we did not use it). The mini mart had all of the essentials and food options with comparable pricing to the near by shops. A couple of treat options that we loved were rolled ice cream and the shaved ice right next to it. Dukes hula pie and tropical smoothie were amazing with live music. It was a fun atmosphere.
Whit J.
September 2025

We absolutely LOVED our stay here. It was our chosen apartment for us to get ready for our wedding, and so I’ll have fond memories of this place. FANTASTIC location, very modern and spacious. Courtney was lovely and left us treats and wished us well wishes for our wedding. Honestly, would stay again. So thank you!
A B.
September 2025

We thoroughly enjoined our stay at this property! The views, both the ocean and Diamond Head, were exceptional! The unit was very well equipped with kitchen needs, and the unit was nicely updated. The beach is an easy walk away as well as many dining options. Glad we chose this unit!
Patti W.
September 2025

Everything was great about the room. Only minor challenge was the neighborhood roosters were noisy all night long. Location was great for catching the bus.
ann y.
September 2025

Perfect stay for our family of 3 from NZ. Clean, tidy and had everything we needed. Comfortable beds and pillows was a bonus. Location is walking distance to shops, beach and bus stop. Pool wasnt crowded, although could get quite windy. Good view from the little balcony. Excellent and quick communication from hosts. Would recommend and stay again. Thank you!
Nicole M.
September 2025

Everything was perfect. The condo felt brand new and had everything needed from cookware to beach accessories. The bed was also very comfortable!
Jason K.
September 2025

The Red Ginger is in the best location in Waikiki. If you are looking at the Red Ginger book it. The condo is small but it has everything you need, it is handy to an ABC store and a short walk to a supermarket. The owner was easy to deal with in answering my questions and requests. The site manager is lovely and also easy to deal with. I was fortunate enough to meet her when I arrived at the room.
Daniel R.
September 2025

Clean 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom condo that is nicely situated on the edge of Waikiki with a killer view.
Ted F.
September 2025

This property was not in a great area. Homeless people sleeping right outside door. It is an OK place if you are a 20 year old boy on spring break. It was not good for me and my husband. The building has dirty stained carpets which continued on into the condo. It was very disappointing. We did not want to spend one minute in the place and asked if we could leave and get our money back. I did not hear from them until the next morning when they did offer a refund if we left. My husband said he was too tired to move our luggage so we stayed. We will never again trust vbros and just opt to stay in hotels..you never know what you are getting. The management company was always responsive, so that was nice. It was walkable to the main strip. It just seemed gross and dirty.
laura r.
September 2025

Unit: Very clean. Updated and Comfortable. The owners certainly pay attention to the little things that guests may need or want. Location: Very short walk to beach/restaurants/coffee shops, etc.Building: is dated, but overall we truly enjoyed our stay. MAHALO!
Lucy M.
September 2025

Beautiful, comfortable and peaceful accommodation central to everything Waikiki has to offer - next to Kapi'olani park with wonderful options for long morning walk/runs. The beach was so easy to walk to, lots of shops, restaurants and the Tucker & Bevy picnic shop so close by. Free parking was such a bonus. Laundry was easy to use. The place was stocked with the basics for a comfortable, hassle free holiday. The building management takes such great care of the pool and BBQ area, we saw them cleaning every morning. The space was furnished and decorated just as the photos - so soothing.
Stephanie B.
September 2025

Great property. Beautiful views
Laurie W.
September 2025

Location was good - 5 min walk to beach and shopping. The apartment was very clean
Jillian
September 2025

The apartment has everything you need. Communication with the property manager is easy and quick. We had nice stay.
ChrisW M.
September 2025

We had the BEST time staying at Courtneys condo! The location was perfect. Close to everything but didn't have to deal with any major traffic coming or going. The beach and the zoo are both quick 8 minute or less walks (and that's walking at a 4 year old's pace!) Having a parking pass was AMAZING! The condo itself was fantastic, check in and out was easy, and Courtney responded within seconds to a question that we had. The unit was stocked with plenty of towels, basic needs, and more. We loved having the beach toys and used the provided small cooler bag and ice packs daily for our adventures. 100% recommend! We will be back some day!
Vanessa S.
September 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: We are a retired couple and had 4 nights here. Overall we were very satisfied. The location was good and the place was very clean. The bed was comfortable and there were plenty of towels. The kitchen was adequately equipped but the toaster only toasted one side of bread at a time and the coffee maker was basic. There was a partial ocean view from the balcony but it was pleasant to sit there.
Jillian G.
September 2025

Fabulous location and cozy condo: we really enjoyed the location, such a close walk down to the beach and tons to do in surrounding area of Waikiki. The condo was comfortable and had everything we needed and the building had a nice pool / deck area and fitness facility. The parking being included was a big plus as we had a rental car and parking is tough in that area of town. The rooms were a little small and some furnishings are showing signs of wear but we had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay.
Crystal W.
September 2025

Great place to stay and great view
Little J.
September 2025

Great condo!
Wendi A.
September 2025

It was a pleasant stay for the 7 days we were there. It’s close to shops and stores. Quiet and clean. We also cook, so the kitchen was perfect for our enjoyment.
Donna W.
September 2025

We loved the decor and cleanliness of the unit. The view of Waikiki beach and Diamondhead from the balcony are spectacular. We would definitely stay here again.
Vasyla B.
September 2025

The location is an easy walk to the beach and dining. The views from the apartment were great. The communication with the owners was smooth.
Ben S.
September 2025

The location was great, but that's about all. The beds were too soft and pillows were flat, uncomfortable. No dish drainer to put dishes in after washing. Wrong size coffee filters. Couch was uncomfortable, pillows kept sliding out when you would sit on them. Check in was confusing.
Loretta E.
September 2025

Location and accessibility is great. Housekeeping was average. Had plumbing issues during the week long stay that were repaired promptly
Faran G.
September 2025

Overall stay was excellent and satisfying.
sunantha h.
September 2025

The condo is overall good but it needs a few upgrades. Nothing terrible but
Stephanie L.
September 2025

The condo was nice and clean check in was easy
anita g.
September 2025

As a frequent visitor to the islands, we were very fortunate to fine this condo. Not only were the owners very responsive to all my questions prior, but they also went above to make it a pleasurable stay. The condo is very spacious for 3 people, and the parking was a plus! The location is perfect away from strip and easy access to the freeway. If you have a student at UH Manoa, this is perfect/close location. My favorite part is having coffee on the lanai during sunrise almost every day of our stay.
Adrian P.
September 2025

This location was close to the beach , shops, and restaurants. The property was clean. This property was as expected by the description and pictures.
Bridgett M.
August 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: First time staying at the Sunset property. While a bit dated, it offered everything we could possibly need for a two week stay. The place was clean, close to everything and the 6th floor recreation deck with pool was lovely. Property managers are always friendly, accommodating and helpful. We love booking with Kaina Hale, and will be back next year!
Alyssa G.
August 2025

Great location and property free parking!Nice view from 32nd floor!Overall, we appreciated the stay, but there are a few things future guests might want to know:The front door was quite difficult to open; my wife especially had trouble with it.There is no dishwasher, so be prepared to spend some time washing dishes by hand.The provided pans made cooking a bit challenging since everything tended to stick to them.The washing machine and dryer are located right behind the bedroom wall, and you can clearly hear them when they’re running.Essential beach equipment was available, which was great, but the beach umbrella was partially broken.
Denis P.
August 2025

Perfect for our small family of three. Came to Waikiki to watch our nephew play football for U of Hawaii and grab a few waves in the process. Not a fancy hotel but comfortable condo apartment and very well priced with an ocean view of a legitimate surf break. Easy three block walk to a terrific sandy beach. Free and always available parking was crucial. My teenager bodyboarded at the jetty known as the Wall, my wife swam at the sandy Kuhio beach and I surfed the reef called Publics to the left. Beware of exposed coral at low tides at the surf break. If you're not an experienced surfer, better to walk a little further west to surf at Canoes. The condo building is on the less developed outskirts of town and the roosters start crowing before sunrise. But it beats the mania of tourist central. Friendly staff working the building and some low key residents who live there full time. The hallway carpet and paint could use some updating but our room was fine. Kitchen and bathroom had everything we needed. The towels were new and most of the kitchen utensils were new as well. The property manager was very responsive and I appreciated him walking me through the check-in process. Attaching two photos from the balcony. I wish the building to the south was not there but the gap between buildings was the exact look I needed for an assessment of the day's swell. The pool, workout room and BBQ patio area are definitely a plus. Very happy this unit was available!
Daniel W.
August 2025

The property is in an ideal location and the rooftop view is stellar! My host was the best I've ever had, highly communicative, helpful and kind! It is small, but I knew that as it was communicated clearly in the listing and the size was not a problem at all. I highly recommend staying at the Red Ginger!
Eric M.
August 2025

This place was awesome! It was bigger and cleaner than expected, much thanks for that. The view is exactly as pictured, you get a wonderful view Diamondhead and the beach. One drawback is that the parking garage clearance height is only 6 feet. We rented a jeep and it was within millimeters of scraping on several occasions, and did end up scraping the top at least once. I saw other people having issues with the height as well. All things considered this was a wonderful place and just a few minutes walk to Waikiki Beach…
Jake
August 2025

Very comfortable condo and great location for the price. Short walk to Waikiki beach and convenient location to explore other beaches in the area. Host was very attentive and gave us great info to plan our stay.
Gustavo A.
August 2025

The location is great and we loved having the space we needed, including a kitchen. The view of Diamond Head can’t be beat. But the beds are ok (need new pillows), the furniture is worn, the cabinets are peeling and need to be replaced, and the fridge door handle is worn. (If not replacing the fridge, order a new handle.) This place has been worn hard and the owner needs to invest, especially since this please was not cheap. We had issues with the ac and the door lock and the property managers were responsive. The carpet leading from the elevator to the unit is just ick.
Sheree S.
August 2025


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