Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly and responsive staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues with carpets
No elevator for luggage

Categories

Cleanliness
7.39
The carpets were described as old, stained, and had a musty smell.
Service
9.86
Staff was wonderful and responsive to issues like a leaking roof.
Location
9.4
Great location with the ability to walk everywhere.
Room Quality
8.35
Some issues with air circulation and a worn mattress, but overall comfortable.
Amenities
8.88
Pool and hot tub were described as great, but concerns about the pool heating.
Value for Money
9.34
Overall good value given the amenities and service.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Food at Heyday cafe was noted as the best in the area.
Overall Experience
9.36
Even with some drawbacks, the experience was largely positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:00

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views
White Sands Hotel offers rooms with private balconies showcasing either pool or city views. Each room is equipped with a 40-inch flat-screen LCD TV, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

Culinary Delights at Heyday Restaurant
Indulge in a unique dining experience at Heyday, where traditional Hawaiian cuisine is reimagined with a modern and international flair. Enjoy innovative cocktails at the circular bamboo bar, the only one on the island where you can swing while savoring Hawaiian-inspired drinks.

Convenient Location for Business and Leisure
Located just 2 blocks from Waikiki Beach and the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, White Sands Hotel is also close to the Hawaii Convention Center and Honolulu International Airport. Explore nearby attractions like the Honolulu Zoo within walking distance.

Experience luxury, culinary innovation, and convenience at White Sands Hotel - book your stay now!

Important information:

Daily amenity fee inclusions:
Kai Sallas Surf School 2-hr rental with purchase of surf lesson, ​Vida Mia Luxury Yacht Charter tours discount, Beach chairs rental, ​Boogie boards rental, GoPro camera rental, Battery pack rental, Diamond Bakery cookies in room for arrival, Live music, Popcorn in the lobby daily, ​Welcome slushie (non-alcoholic), ​White Sands postcard, Poolside yoga, every other Saturday by a certified instructor. Other Saturdays feature a poolside core workout. Oshibori towel and ube chex mix upon arrival at check-in

Fresh coffee and local iced tea in lobby​, Daily local newspaper, Koi fish feeding for children, ​High-speed Wi-Fi, Toll-free and local phone calls, White Sands Hotel Activities event, booking service, Guests receive 15% off a regular bay at ITL Golf Club. USD 180 per person golf rounds at Kapolei Golf Club, plus 15% off the restaurant and Golf Shop.Guests 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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: HNL

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 36.57
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Room Max Guests Number: 2
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1986 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.88
Value for Money: 9.34
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Piljek • couple • us
7
Good in general
Pros:

Looking deacent and cool vibe, good location

Cons:

For sure better looking on pictures than in real life, balcony with a a view to another balcony and 3 floors without elevator

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Cristian • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • couple • de
6
Um Honolulu zu erleben perfektes Hotel!
Pros:

Wir waren zum zweiten Mal da, weil es uns beim ersten Mal so gut gefallen hatte. Lage, Zimmergröße, Pool, war super!

Cons:

Dieses Mal hatten wir leider eine defekte Toilettenspülung und Dusche, die nicht repariert wurde und wir hatten keine Möglichkeit, das Zimmer zu tauschen. Das betrübt den Aufenthalt. Ansonsten perfekt!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Cittlaly • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • us
8
Vibes and central
Pros:

The room was big and close to everything walking wise and very central and the hotel is a super cute vibe.

Cons:

The bathroom you'll notice they don't have any pictures is very small like one person and its hard to get ready or move around in.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tommaso • extended_group • it
1
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Jackson • family_with_children • au
10
Brilliant hidden gem
Pros:

Great property and rooms for the price. Staff were excellent. Cannot wait to come back here. Hidden gem.

Cons:

Not much.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Frédéric • couple • fr
10
Parfait
Pros:

Tout, le personnel l’emplacement la propreté la situation au cœur de Waikīkī. Très bel hôtel.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • us
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ophélie • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • couple • au
6
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Angeles C. • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

En general baste bien

Cons:

Que el carro de las toallas o de las sábanas sucias estaba todo el día en nuestra puerta de la habitación

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • couple • de
9
Stadthotel, leider zu teures Parken
Pros:

Kleines feines Hotel in der Nähe des Waikīkī Beachs, man vergisst die Hochhäuser in Honolulu

Cons:

Kein Geschirr in der sonst super großen Küchenecke

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Cesar • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Gaetano • couple • it
8
A very pleasant stay, with a true Aloha spirit. It was also convenient to have the option to park our car. The location
Pros:

You can truly feel the Aloha spirit here, with a lovely atmosphere from the moment you walk through the entrance. The pool and bar area are also very welcoming and inviting, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere

Cons:

There are a few areas where the hotel could perhaps improve. The cleanliness of the room could be a little more consistent, as we noticed some dirt on the floor behind the curtain, and unfortunately our room was not serviced for three consecutive days. The pool water was also not always as clear as expected. Finally, the extractor fan in the bathroom was quite loud and could be improved. These are minor points, but addressing them would make the overall experience even more enjoyable.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Aubrey • solo_traveller • us
10
I stay here. It just gets better and better. I love staying here.
Pros:

I enjoy the environment, the food, and the employees.

Cons:

I like everything

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Aubrey • couple • us
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Uraau • solo_traveller • pf
7
Super merci White sand
Pros:

Emplacement le cadre

Cons:

La porte d’entrée de la chambre à changer

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Greysha • couple • us
10
A charming, cozy, and perfectly located Waikiki stay—we can’t wait to come back!
Pros:

Our stay at White Sands Hotel was wonderful! Boutique hotels are always our favorite, and this one completely met our expectations. The atmosphere felt warm, cozy, and perfectly beachy—exactly the kind of place we enjoy.

Our favorite part was definitely the tiki bar and pool area. The food was exquisite, and every space felt inviting and thoughtfully designed. We also loved that everything was within walking distance. The location is ideal and, in our opinion, one of the best areas to stay when exploring Waikiki.

We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend White Sands Hotel to anyone looking for a charming, relaxing, and well-located Waikiki experience.

Cons:

We truly enjoyed everything. If I had to mention one small detail, the shower could be a little larger, but it was not a big deal at all and did not affect our stay.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Hanaa • couple • il
1
Pros:

כלום

Cons:

אין שירות גרוע כזה , לא מנקים חדרים
אין צוותי שירותי שעובד , צריך לבקש את אותו הדבר מליון פעם
גם בפעם המליון אין תשובה .
חבל על הכסף , להוסיף עוד כמה דולרים ולשהות בבית מלון שמכבד את הלקוחות שלו עדיף.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee