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Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Honolulu, HI
  • Place, Honolulu Zoo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuhio Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikiki Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801

Legally permitted rental - 134 Kapahulu Ave #801

Allow us to welcome you to our Hawaiian home with the warmth of our “aloha” hospitality. We are just half a block from the beach in one of Waikiki's best locations. We actually have two charming studios, adjacent to one another, and each sleep two people.

This studio, UNIT 1, is the one pictured here in this ad. It has a comfortable Queen bed of soft linens, a full kitchen with oven, a bathroom with plush amenities and handrails. If you are a group of 3 or 4, we can accommodate your party by adding our second studio.

Unit #2 Listed Here vrbo/976107
UNIT 2 ( which has two twin beds (able to convert them into a King bed), and is also with soft linens and plush bath amenities. It has a private lanai but no kitchen; although it has a mini fridge, microwave and a coffeemaker.

Both units are stocked full of useful amenities like Free high-speed in room WiFi, cable TV, beach towels, rafts, etc. The building has a pool and a furnished rooftop deck with breathtaking views of the pristine turquoise ocean and golden sands of Waikiki Beach, an unobstructed panorama of Diamond Head, and a bird’s eye over Kapiolani Park, the beautiful 300-acre sprawl of lush greenery that’s home to the Zoo, the Shell, the Aquarium and many more recreational activities and island festivities. On the rooftop deck, you’ll relax in serenity above the bustling city, soak in the sun, find a shaded retreat, watch the sunrise and sunset, and dine under the stars listening to the soft sounds of nocturnal zoo animals or possibly a world-class musical performance from the Shell. Mahalo.
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number GE-046-744-7808-01, TA-046-744-7808-01, 260270310126

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Honolulu

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Waikiki, a neighborhood in Honolulu. Royal Hawaiian Center and Waikiki Beach Walk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikiki Beach and Kaimana Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Neal S. Blaisdell Center or Aloha Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Honolulu, HI

What's nearby

  • Honolulu Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kuhio Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Market Place - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 25 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lulu's Surf Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tikis Grill & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kai Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Deck. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪M.A.C. 24/7 - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801 on Mar 25, 2026 start from $144, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great Waikiki Studio, Just Steps to Waikiki Beach, Zoo WAIKIKI GRAND HOTEL® 801 located?

Located in Waikiki, this beachfront apartment building is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Beach. International Market Place and Kaimana Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 37 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Elise L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The building is in a perfect spot close to the beach and town.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spent a lot more time at the beach than at the pool — location was perfect
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Trevor E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Enjoyed being so close to Waikiki.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Close to beach, Diamond Head, shopping and restaurants! Quiet and wonderful balcony to view sunrise!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dubrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great location with a ton going on around it. Great for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tim f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect near beach

Was a great time
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Soukchay P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay there again

It was good comfy n cozy . Had everything i needed , i was glad to do my laundry there and wash my clothes to pack to come home with them clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karroll B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again.

Great place with friendly and communicative property management. The check in process was easy and we loved the location. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sofie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun, clean and great location!

We actually loved staying at this location. Right next to a Starbucks which was great for our morning routine of having coffee in the park across the street. The ocean just across the other street - we would walk along the sand as the sun came up and the people started to come out. Dennys was a favorite midnight meal as we were off on our hours of being awake/asleep. Would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Easy access to everything, I felt very safe. I was able to walk to everything and when my friends came to pick me up the zoo parking lot worked great for a pick up point with easy access off the interstate. I would highly recommend for anyone looking for an affordable place to stay. Don't expect the Hilton but worked perfect for me.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Adventure

This is a place that you must see in your lifetime for you or your family and friends take one trip and you won't regret it aloha and mahalo
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave M.

Thanks!

Thanks!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

KJ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ok

Good value, a little run down, internet issues reported but never fully fixed. I would stay again but the town is a money pit, and not much Hawaiian feel anymore
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great location. Room could use an update.

Good: location, bed was comfortable; A/C was quiet; tenth-floor patio is very nice at sunset. Nice assortment of kitchen appliances. Suboptimal: Curtains inadequate at night (room was lit up by parking lot lights); needs a side table to put stuff; water pressure was marginal for showering; some electrical plugs didn't work. If owner fixes all this stuff, this place would be great.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waikiki Grand

We have stayed in several units. It’s more or less what we expected. Nice to have stove with oven and a little bit bigger fridge than some places have. Since we stay a month we do cook. Bed was comfortable. I like all the hooks and rods in bathroom to hang things on and drying rack was nice. However I do think the bathroom needs some updating and the kitchen cabinets a good cleaning. We added some dishes as there was a lack of bowls. All together the unit met our needs for the price and location which is the best part.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diane L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A bit surprised

The pictures on line showed a bit newer renovation. The place was a bit tired and run down. Could use some black out blinds or drapes. The blinds don’t have full closure so bright lights shone into the room at night. We asked at the front desk about beach towels. There were none included. All other sites we stayed at had them available. The manager at the front desk was so helpful to get us some. The room smelled a little musty, too. The bathroom area could do with some organization to maximize the small space. The wall next to the tub looks a bit moldy. I am not saying these things to be hyper critical. I like to help the owners to put their best service possible. Was the room adequate-definitely. Our host was also very helpful in getting parking and answering questions. I think it could just use a bit of TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Cory C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Greatly disappointed

The studio was outdated and dirty with broken window blinds (all 3 blinds were broken and inoperable!), peeling paint, mold in the shower, loudest air conditioner ever, cracked countertops, no knobs on cabinet doors and drawers makes for filthy drawers and cabinets! Floors were dirty as well. We were able to check out other rooms that were beautiful and updated. This unit has not been updated since the 80s or 90s. Only the bed was new - thankfully! We contacted the manager of this studio and it took all week for him to offer us a 10% discount. We paid good, hard earned money for this room and 10% is nothing. Taking all week to get back to us is unaccectable. He finally settled on 12% saying it was all he could do. I would not do business with this manager again. His name is Mark Howard.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Baileigh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay in Honolulu! The location truly could not be better! Just a 2–4 minute walk to the beach, incredible food spots, and the zoo. It’s so centrally located that everything we wanted to do was within walking distance. Even a local who dropped us off couldn’t stop talking about how great the location was.The unit is inside the Waikiki Grand Hotel (go through the main entrance and they’ll get you situated at the front desk). It appears the hotel rooms were sold as condos, and it worked perfectly for what we needed. We stayed in the queen room and found it to be clean, cute, and very comfortable. The bed was super soft, which made sleeping after long beach days so nice. The shades do let it light so bring an eye cover. The pool was just okay, so we didn’t end up swimming, but that honestly didn’t matter because the beach is right there and everything else was perfect. If you’re looking for a cozy, well-located place in Waikiki that puts you right in the middle of everything at a good price, this is it. We would absolutely stay here again! Water pressure good! Hot water! Very cold ac unit! Clean! Has a fan too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anik L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parfaitement situé avec sa magnifique terrasse au 10e

Je recommande cet appartement! L'appartement est bien situé pour la plage de Waikiki de l'autre côté de la rue et les accès aux autoroutes pour visiter l'île. La terrasse au 10e est juste splendide avec sa vue sur Diamond Head et la plage. Nous y avons pris tous nos repas. L'appartement est un peu vétuste mais très propre. Nous avons adoré le service à la réception qui a été à l'écoute et nous a prêté des chaises de plage et un parasol. Petit conseil: Les stores ne sont pas opaques donc prévoyez un masque pour dormir. Et l'air climatisé est très bruyant et direct sur le lit. Donc prévoyez des bouchons. Par contre, la nuit la température est fraîche donc nous partions l'air climatisé pendant la soirée pour la fermer la nuit. Merci à Mark pour son excellent service!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lehmann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tanja

Super Lage, besser geht nicht. Die wohnungseinrichtung ist sehr alt aber sauber.2 der 4 Herdplatten waren nicht zu gebrauchen, da diese verbogen waren.badezimmer sehr veraltet und verwohnt,aber sauber.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great destination for adventured

Safe secure and close vicinity to all needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillee Jewel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation in Waikiki

Renting this property was a dream. It is cute and minimal but still has everything you need. Full kitchen, bed is comfy, AC runs great and it was very clean, especially for an older condo, it was really well maintained. Very centrally located right by waikiki beach, shops, restaurants and the zoon. But I'd honestly skip the zoo. It gets hot and half the animals are rarely out of their dens in the heat. Hotel the condo is in has a fantastic burger restaurant attached and a wonderful bar on the 2nd floor. The star of the show is the 10th floor sundeck. Spent every morning enjoying the view with my coffee and my evenings enjoying a drink and the sunset over the beach. Wonderful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Close to food and next to beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helene R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secteur

Propriété très bien située A 2 pas de la plage et du boardwalk. Vue sur la terrasse exceptionnelle. Nous avons passé un très beau voyage.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Conveniently located.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mark Howard

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Aloha - Thank you for viewing one of our property listings on VRBO - My name is Mark G. Howard, and I am the Principal Broker, President and Property Manager for Hawaii Americana Realty, headquartered in Waikiki. Originally from New Zealand I have made Waikiki my home because of the sun, surf and sand. Hopefully you will have the opportunity to stay in one of our vacation properties sometime soon. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have, and Aloha!

Why they chose this property

Waikiki has several different areas, we particularly like this location as it is situated along the edges of both Waikiki and Kapiolani park, an area that is known to be more peaceful. Plus of course we are just 2 minutes walk from the famous Waikiki Beach, The Honolulu Zoo and the outdoor Shell Theater (live local entertainment many weekends) is just a leisurely 8 minute walk also.
If you are coming to Golf, The Ala Wai Golf course is 5 minutes. away.
There's really no need to rent a car when staying at our location, both UBER & Lyft ride sharing services are available on the island, plus we offer a great low fixed rate on getting you back to the airport when your vacation comes to an end, ask your guest host or check inside our welcome book for details.

Convenience stores and full grocery stores are all within easy reach. Plus we have two really efficient delivery services that collect from local restaurants and deliver to your suite if you feel like being pampered.

What makes this property unique

As well as everything you've already read, We have a full coin-op laundry facility located on the lower level easily accessed by either of the two elevators.

Should you feel like a manicure or massage at any point during you stay? There are massage services available on the second floor and a nail and beauty boutique located on the first floor.

If you are coming for a special event such as 'proposal' or anniversary, let us know when you are booking if you would like our in house concierge to arrange something to greet you loved one such as flowers, chocolates or cuddly toy in the room upon arrival, almost anything can be arranged at minimal additional cost.

Again, Thank-you for checking out our listing and warmest Aloha from our team!

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