Holiday Surf Hotel (with full kitchen)

Hotels
8.7 (712 reviews)
2303 Ala Wai Boulevard , Honolulu , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious rooms
Great location near attractions
Helpful staff
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Dated furnishings in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Various reviews indicated some cleanliness issues, notably the room not being so clean.
Service
9.2
Staff was helpful and responded quickly, resolving check-in issues promptly.
Location
9.4
Multiple reviews praised the hotel for its great location near major attractions.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms were mentioned as clean and spacious, though some furnishings were outdated.
Amenities
8.5
Noted for having good kitchen facilities; some amenities were appreciated but dated.
Value for Money
8.7
Value for the price offered is considered good, particularly for its location.
Food and Beverage
8.7
No specific comments, but kitchen amenities suggest good self-catering options.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall positive experiences were mentioned with high recommendations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:35

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located near Honolulu's top attractions, Holiday Surf Hotel is a family-owned gem close to Waikiki Beach, offering spacious accommodations with full kitchens.

Nearby Attractions and Activities
Explore Diamond Head, Kapiolani Park, and enjoy surfing, sailing, and snorkeling just a stone's throw away from the hotel.

Modern Amenities
Holiday Surf Hotel provides guest accommodations with stoves and cooking utensils, ensuring a comfortable stay for all.

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

Important information:

Third-party payments are not accepted.

Please inform Holiday Surf Hotel (with kitchen) in advance of your expected arrival time.

Please note smoking is prohibited. Smoking on site will incur a fine. Contact property for details.

Contact the property for pet policy restrictions.

The daily service fee provides the following amenities on all room categories:
• Kitchen with 4 burner stove top, oven, large refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, rice cooker, toaster, cookware and dishware
• 3 Amp In-room charging ports for USB compatible electronic devices
• Guest room WiFi
• AM/FM radio with alarm clock
• Oversize window air conditioning
• Balcony, outdoor furniture
• Lobby beverage service
• Daily newspapers in the lobby
• Beach towels, beach mats, beach chairs, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, air mattresses, swim rings and snorkel gear on request
• Child car seats, car boosters, strollers,and beach toys on request
• 1 dish-washing kit and 1 laundry kit on request
• Shower benches and suction hand rails on request
• Ear plugs (on request)
• Power adapter on request
• Discounts on copy, print and fax services
• Airline boarding pass printing
• Discounts on luggage storage
• Rain umbrellas on request
• Hair dryers, irons and ironing boards

Deluxe room types include the following amenities with the daily service fee:
• Larger flat-screen TVs with cable channels
• Expanded discounts on copy, print and fax services
• 1 dish-washing kit and 3 laundry kits on request
• Priority access on beach equipment
• Priority access on rain umbrellas
• Waterfall shower head
• Gourmet coffee menu
• Discount off hotel parking
• Airport shuttle rebate with receipt
• Daily dish cleaning
• Sleeping mask on request
• Electric kettle
• Waived crib and late arrival fees

Additional rules apply. Contact partner for details.

A surcharge of $47.18 applies for arrivals after check-in 9 PM.

License number: TA-040-026-1120-01.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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 40 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$40 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 9 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 10 years old and over stay for US$40 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

8.7
Based on 712 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Olivia • family_with_children • au
10
Loved my stay here - would recommend to anyone
Pros:

Was out from the busy part - but not to far. Good value for money.
Parking was easy

Cons:

The street had some homeless - which were scary at times

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Terrence • family_with_children • us
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • family_with_children • au
10
Great stay! Highly recommend :)
Pros:

Great value for money. Easy check in and check out

Cons:

Homeless near property - was loud sometimes

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Joel • couple • de
10
Perfekte Lage und eien Wohnung, die alles bietet!
Pros:

Ideale Lage und gute Ausstattung

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Slawomir • couple • gb
9
I would use again in future
Pros:

Great location, good price to quality.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
8
Great low key place to stay
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Frank • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

The location was great. The manager was super helpful always and provided quick support.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Tristan • couple • fr
8
Bon hôtel très bien situé
Pros:

Hôtel très bien situé et bien équipé avec prêt d'accessoires pour la plage.
Grande chambre et cuisine bien équipée.
Personnel très gentil et accueillant.

Cons:

Paiement supplémentaire de 50$ lorsqu'on arrive après 21h, beaucoup trop cher et trop tôt

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Asset • family_with_children • us
10
Great
Pros:

Great place to stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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rawat • couple • us
8
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Shawna Morehouse • family_with_children • hk
10
wonderful.
Pros:

Staff were super friendly and helpful. Kitchen supplies (scissors, utensils, pots and pans) were in good condition and met our requirements. The beds were comfortable, apartment was spacious. Parking was straightforward to get into. Overall great experience.

Cons:

Provide soap for dishes in case we needed to re-use before the next morning clean of the dishes and provide salt and pepper.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Alvina • couple • us
7
Pros:

The staff was amazing. They did their job of checking you in and left you alone unless you needed help. The room had a fridge, microwave and couch. It also had a stove. There were no issues going in and out even after hours.

Cons:

The cabinets are outdated. It was a little too far to walk to the beach and stores. The TV was very small. Our remote had dead batteries. The bathroom is very small, not even enough room to change your clothes. We were facing the street and could hear sirens and cars all night. The AC is small and very loud.

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Derrick • couple • hk
9
All together an enjoyable stay and would happily return there!
Pros:

All was exactly as listed in the advertisement...(no pool no problem!...)
Small but useful little balcony...
Host was very helpful during stay for any requests...
Room/Facilities were exactly as advertised, not fancy but working in good order and very clean!
Kitchen was well equipped...
Good location, near to bus stops, shops, restaurants and short walk to Beach front..

Cons:

Beach Towels were same as the Bath towels and beach mats were a bit dilapidated but good enough for purpose...
Some days there was early traffic noise from road outside with trucks/bikes...and last couple of days noisy neighbours talking/smoking on nearby balcony at night after 22:00...could happen anywhere...

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Monica • solo_traveller • us
9
Enjoyable stay. I would stay here again!
Pros:

Convenient, great location and comfortable accommodations

Cons:

Outside noise from the street was at times too loud.

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Justin • couple • us
10
Amazing
Pros:

Close to shops and walking distance to places.

Cons:

A little of a small shower

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Justin • extended_group • us
7
Good location, noisy and a bit worn down.
Pros:

The property was in a central location close to downtown. Kitchen was nice, and we appreciated having the beds in the living room, as well as parking.

Cons:

It’s situated on a busy corner that during weekend nights is loud with cars, people and sirens. Because the windows are bloopers, there’s no sound blocking and you can hear everything.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Zoë • extended_group • ca
10
Pros:

The hotel was comfortable and was in a good location if you like to be out of the busy tourist streets. Staff is friendly and welcoming. We really enjoyed our stay!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Chueneng • extended_group • us
3
Don’t like the dirty floor and no onsite receptionist!!!
Pros:

It was close to Waikiki beach and all shops around it.

Cons:

The room floor was very dirty. After walking barefoot on it your feet would be so dirty and sticky. The owner who was supposed to be the front desk person, was never on site. Whatever you need you have to call and it took a long time to get what you wanted. AND, what the F*** for charging extra fees for checking in late due to your flight!!!
Don’t let the cheap price online fooled you. You better off staying in a nicer and cleaner hotel with better amenities!!! All the good reviews you see online are given by people who wanted 20 percent off of late fees or other things. The owner said if you give them good reviews, you get 20 percent off BUT NOT for the motel room but for other things!!!!!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Marianne • family_with_children • us
10
It met our needs
Pros:

Walking distance to town

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Natalie • family_with_children • us
6
Decent hotel if you are just going for a cheap, very basic place to stay.
Pros:

The location was great, and the hotel had a lot of items you could borrow - coolers, beach towels (although these were regular towels), body boards, etc. The cleaning staff do an amazing job and they are very friendly.

Cons:

PARKING:
1) The main property contact (possibly the owner?) Patrick was rude to us when we first arrived. We were confused by the parking situation (I'll explain shortly), and when we asked him about it ( we expressed concern about being able to fit our vehicles in the parking stalls), he snapped, "Well, the parking's worked for 60 years."
2) The parking lot for the hotel is VERY small. The garage itself is narrow and not very long, so turning into the garage and then into a stall is tight. Backing out is a nightmare if you have anything bigger than a compact, because it's too narrow to just back out and then pull forward. You have to 3-point it (at minimum) to avoid hitting the concrete walls or the front/back end of other vehicles. And that's coming from someone who had a CDL and drove a bus.
3) The parking garage only has 6 guest parking spaces. There are two additional parking spaces marked with paint lines- 1 of them is literally on the downhill ramp that goes into the parking garage. The other is in the center of the garage and runs parallel with the wall, about 10 ft behind one of the parking stalls. Considering the difficulty with getting in and out of the parking stalls, this would only add to the difficulty.
4) There are three unmarked spots on the small side driveway of the hotel, but if you park there and someone parks behind you, you have to call Patrick so he can contact the owner to move their car.
5) The hotel has a small overflow parking lot with 8 stalls, located a block and a half away. There are 30 rooms (6 on each of the 5 floors) in the hotel, with only 17 parking spaces. When I asked Patrick if we were guaranteed a spot, because parking was $40+ a day, he wouldn't answer and only repeated what the parking options were.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee