Ilima Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (417 reviews)
445 Nohonani Street , Honolulu , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location near beach and shopping
Free parking
Good value for money
Cons:
Noise from nearby hotel
Weak shower water pressure
Occasional issues with hot water

Categories

Cleanliness
8.68
Reviews highlighted very clean rooms, but some guests noted noise which might affect comfort.
Service
9.35
Guests consistently praised the helpful and friendly staff.
Location
9.19
The hotel is ideally located near shopping centers and the beach.
Room Quality
8.64
Rooms are spacious and well-maintained, although some issues with hot water were reported.
Amenities
8.67
Good amenities including a kitchenette and free parking, though the pool was noted as small.
Value for Money
8.83
Considered reasonable pricing for the offered facilities and services.
Food and Beverage
8.18
No specific comments on food and beverage; assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.85
Positive experiences noted by returning guests highlighting comfort and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 11:21

Property Description

Convenient Location and Amenities
The Ilima Hotel, just 2 blocks from Waikiki Beach, offers a fully equipped kitchen, balcony, and free WiFi in each guest room.

Relaxation and Recreation
Enjoy the sundeck, outdoor pool, sauna, and fitness center during your stay at the Ilima Hotel.

Nearby Attractions and Activities
Explore the Honolulu Zoo, shop at the International Market Place, or take a leisurely stroll along the Ala Wai Canal.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at the Ilima Hotel? Book your stay now!

Important information:

For group bookings of 3 rooms or more, please contact the property.

Parking is available on a first come, first serve basis. It is not guaranteed.

The service fee (amenity fee) will be collected upon check-in and includes:
- In-room WiFi
- In-room safe
- Daily coffee
- Daily newspaper
- Local/800 phone callsGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: HNL

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 417 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.68
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.64
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.83
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Hyungdon family_with_children kr
8
일리마호텔 이용해 주세요 나
Pros:

직윈께서 친절해요. 시내 중심가에서 가까와요. 숙박 가격이 안 비싸요

Cons:

시설이 낡았어요.

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Peter couple us
10
An incredible value in a hotel that is cared for and conveniently located.
Pros:

Great location; free parking (44 spaces available—not guaranteed); large, clean room with a balcony and mountain and canal view (deluxe room on 11th floor—not all rooms are the same); reasonable prices compared to other properties in that area; full kitchen that we used often (a Target is nearby for fresh fruit, vegetables, and meat); elevators were fast and reliable; bathroom was freshly painted and caulked. I’d be pleased to come back again. As I reviewed the bill, I see a small daily “amenity fee” but it was wrapped into the total price listed on Booking.com rather than added as a surprise at checkout. It was great to get a full and final upfront price vs. many other properties with teaser rates and hidden fees.

Cons:

I had no real complaints—if I nitpick, the bathroom was a bit small and had no counter space (but did have a small shelf); the fan was a tad noisy.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Guillaume solo_traveller ca
9
2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Hyeong Min couple kr
10
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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YOONSUK couple kr
7
Pros:

주방이 있어 좋았습니다

Cons:

저층은 소음이 너무 심합니다
옆 호텔에서 늦게까지 음악소리가

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
K
Kevin family_with_children dk
8
Havde alt det vi havde brug for
Pros:

Perfekt lokation i forhold til byen og strand. Vi elskede Oahu og hoteller havde alt det vi skulle bruge

Cons:

Der lugtede gammelt og hele hoteller kunne godt trænge til en upgrade. Prisen var ikke billig men i forhold til andre steder var det en god pris

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Sommer family_with_children us
9
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Agnes solo_traveller us
10
I LOVED THIS HOTEL
Pros:

The hotel is conveniently located. It is close to the beach but at the same time on a quieter side street. My room was renovated, modern, and very clean. It had a fridge, coffee maker, and an oven. It also had plates, pots, and utensils.

Cons:

I liked everything about this hotel. It was clean, convenient, and my room was spacious. It also had a great lanai overlooking the canal and the mountains.

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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TOMOMI family_with_children jp
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Linda family_with_children us
7
Pros:

having a kitchen, free parking, location to shopping

Cons:

The full beds were a little small for a couple.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
D
Denise family_with_children us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Travellinka family_with_children de
9
Schönes Zimmer mit Küchenzeile und kostenlosem Parkplatz
Pros:

Küchenzeile im Zimmer und kostenloser Parkplatz. Fussläufig zum Waikikistrand.

Cons:

Die Fenster konnte man nicht komplett schließen und von einer Bar drang jeden Abend sehr viel Lärm ins Zimmer. Mit Ohrenstöpseln kein Problem, aber man sollte das wissen.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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scott family_with_children us
10
2026-01-09 via Nuitee
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Rubyann couple us
10
We loved it an definitely will be back . Better than the hilton
Pros:

Location was great staff was awesome an very nice

Cons:

Everything was perfect

2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple au
7
Mahalo
Pros:

Convenient location - facilities perfectly adequate

Cons:

Price - buts its Waikīkī

2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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Carla extended_group pe
9
Excelente estadía en Waikiki
Pros:

Me gusto que tenga una cocina y el lugar está muy bien ubicado

2026-01-05 via Nuitee
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immupari Family Bengaluru, Bangalore District, Karnataka
4
Long stay with kids — major sleep and air quality issues
Pros:

We stayed at Ilima Hotel for 7 nights as a family with kids. While the hotel itself is clean and functional, the nighttime noise and air quality issues made the stay very difficult.

Our room was facing the White Sands Hotel, which runs a night club/disco. Loud music started every night around 8:30 PM and often continued until 2:00 AM. We were on the 5th floor, and the sound carried clearly into the room because the windows are not soundproof. Our kids struggled to sleep, and on some nights people outside were screaming or shouting, likely intoxicated.

Another serious concern was weed smoke. People nearby were openly smoking, and the AC system pulled the smell into our room, making it uncomfortable to breathe and unsafe for small children. This happened multiple times during our stay.

We reported these issues to the hotel staff. The only solution offered was a paid room upgrade to move elsewhere. There was no acknowledgment that this is a known issue, even though several other reviews mention the same loud music problem. Given the length of our stay, this lack of support was disappointing.

We were sleep-deprived for much of the trip, which took away from what should have been a relaxing vacation. A hotel room should at least allow for a good night’s sleep.

The hotel charges a $47 per night resort fee. We mostly used beach towels, but on Christmas Day there were no beach towels available, making that day’s resort fee feel wasted.

Other notes:

Parking is on floors 1–3; guest rooms start on floor 4 — the night club is at that same level

The hotel was clean and reasonably maintained

The kitchenette was helpful for cooking or reheating food

Beds were not very comfortable, but manageable

Laundry is available ($4 washer, $4 dryer, $1 detergent)

Parking appears to be free and first-come-first-serve (we didn’t use it)

Bottom line:
Ilima Hotel may work for short stays if noise isn’t a concern, but families or longer stays should be very cautious, especially if the room faces White Sands Hotel. The ongoing noise and smoke issues significantly impacted our experience.

2025-12-30 via Tripadvisor
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Emi family_with_children jp
9
Pros:

お部屋が広くて清潔で気持ちよい、ベッドも大きくてキッチンが付いているのが嬉しいです。ロケーションは個人的にとても便利な位置で家族で滞在しやすいです。3階のランドリーは有料ですがカード支払いでき何時でも使用できるのが助かります。エレベーターもすぐに来ます。建物が古そうですがいい雰囲気があると思います。

Cons:

海は見えないお部屋がほとんどだと思います。クローゼットだけ少し埃っぽい気がします。前回はまな板キッチンペーパーがあったと思いましたが今回はありませんでした。

2025-12-25 via Nuitee
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mitsui family_with_children jp
10
2025-12-22 via Nuitee
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Ana-Nicoleta family_with_children ro
8
Pros:

This is a very good hotel. Staff members are all professional and helpful. I will gladly stay there again. I had a very nice room with a balcony, much appreciated.

Cons:

The AC units are very very noisy. Walls are thin. If neighbors are loud, one hears everything. There are no reading lamps.

2025-12-21 via Nuitee