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#30 of 94 hotels in Honolulu
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Welcome to the Historic Ilima Hotel in Waikiki, we are locally owned and located in the heart of Waikiki 1 block away from the International Marketplace and 2 blocks away from the world-famous Waikiki beach. Our spacious rooms feature kitchens, large lanais, FREE PARKING (first available), 32-inch flat-screen TVs, and high-speed WiFi for your stay—all at modest prices to help stretch your vacation budget. Experience the true spirit of Aloha and ‘ohana at the ‘Ilima Hotel.
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Free parking
Wifi
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Vending machine
Kids stay free
Books, DVDs, music for children
Business Centre with Internet Access
Paid private parking nearby
Parking
Free wifi in the business centre
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Sauna
Children's television networks
Conference facilities
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Self-serve laundry
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Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
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Private balcony
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Sofa
Telephone
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Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Grade: 100 out of 100
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445 Nohonani St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-2695
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The worst part was not discovering Ilima sooner. It was one of the most peaceful hotel stays I have had. Loved the vintage feel, the view, the staff. Will be our go to place when our travels takes us back to Waikiki.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 6 days ago
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your stay at 'Ilima Hotel. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and that our accommodations and amenities met your needs. We are glad that our staff welcomed you in the true Aloha spirit. We hope you will tell your friends about us and look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to sunny Waikiki. Phil Sammer, GM
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We absolutely will be here again and again! The room is huge! The accommodations in the deluxe room with a king and double was perfect for our family of 4 and originally was the reason we booked here, because it’s the only one that offers it. The room was super clean, the lanai was a great size and over looked the Ala Wai. We were excited to have the 16th floor. The kitchen was perfect for cooking breakfast. The refrigerator was clean and ice cold. Yes the decor and walls need some love to up date but it was spotless. A humble home for the 7 days we were there. The staff were amazing and we felt safe and always welcomed. They went out of their way to help us, load our car at times, and added personal touches to our stay. We didn’t want to leave.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from PHIL SAMMER, General Manager at 'Ilima Hotel
Responded 19 Oct 2021
Thanks for taking time to comment on your recent stay at the 'Ilima. We are delighted that you were satisfied with your accommodations and the hotel amenities as well as the Aloha spirit of our staff. We strive to provide the best experience for all of our guests and are glad that we were able to meet your expectations. We hope you will tell family and friends about us and we look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to sunny Waikiki!
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Huge rooms. Some people would say outdated. Fits perfectly with the relaxed atmosphere of Waikiki if you ask me. Great staff. Great location. Bit quieter so plenty of time to nap undisturbed. Close to restaurants. Comfortable rooms. Comfortable beds. Great prices. I mean Great. And did I say Great staff. 👍 Very clean. Clean crisp sheets. Daily room service.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 24 Feb 2023
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your stay at 'Ilima Hotel. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and that our accommodations and amenities met your needs. We are glad that our staff welcomed you in the true Aloha spirit. We hope you will tell your friends about us and look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to sunny Waikiki. Phil Sammer, GM
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We enjoyed an 8 night stay at the I’lima. We stayed in a superior studio with a lovely Mountain View. The room had a kitchenette that was stocked with most everything one would need. Location is great. 5 minute walk to the beach. Also right near the international marketplace. What made this hotel exceptional was the entire staff. The warmth they showed and the care they took to enhance your stay made it feel like you were staying with family. One bit of advice, parking spots are a bit tight. Best not to have a large sized car.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 8 Feb 2023
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your stay at 'Ilima Hotel. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and that our accommodations and amenities met your needs. We are glad that our staff welcomed you in the true Aloha spirit. We hope you will tell your friends about us and look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to sunny Waikiki. Phil Sammer, GM
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2 blocks or so back from the beach this older hotel is friendly comfortable & great value. It also has kitchenette & dining facilities. So you can cook fried eggs & bacon & dinner too! Beds are comfy & canal & Mtn views are lovely. Grab extra towels for pool or beach every day. Staff are great!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Parking is first in first served but January is light on
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Response from PHIL SAMMER, General Manager at 'Ilima Hotel
Responded 7 Feb 2023
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your stay at 'Ilima Hotel. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and that our accommodations and amenities met your needs. We are glad that our staff welcomed you in the true Aloha spirit. We hope you will tell your friends about us and look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to sunny Waikiki.
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The Ilima Hotel was great. My brother and our wives began planning this trip several months ago and were shocked at how expensive the hotels in Waikiki / Honolulu have become since our last trip many years ago. We wanted to be a short walk from the beach and not in a loud area, When I came across reviews for the Ilima and saw the affordable (relative to similar places) I thought it might be too good to be true, I am glad to report that all of the great reviews of this place are true. First the staff: Everyone was so friendly and accommodating. Housekeeping did a great job and the front desk greeted us as we came and went and answered our questions. The room: We had a Deluxe Studio and were pleasantly surprised how big the room was. We had a King Bed plus a Full sized bed, a dining table, several chairs, a lanai (balcony) with its own table and chairs. The kitchenette had a full sized fridge, a microwave and two burner stove. It was better stocked with plates and cooking pots and pans than most airbnb's I have stayed at. The bathroom was standard sized and everything was clean and working. The Hotel: The place was kept very clean and in good shape. there are two elevators and they worked great and rarely a wait. The pool was small, but hey, you have a great beach minutes away. They have a tiny gym with a treadmill and something else that escapes me. Location: I LOVED the location. It was 10 minutes to the beach, and 5 - 15 minutes to pretty much everything in the heart of Waikiki. The hotel next door had some type of pool parties in the pool / bar area that created some noise, but it ended by 10pm or so. The Parking Garage: Amazingly this place has a FREE parking garage. It is small, I did not count the number of spots, maybe 25 or so, they are fist come, first served, each and every day... we rented a car for a couple days and there were plenty of spots. They spots are tight... the smaller the car the better. You might have trouble with a full sized one. I saw some folks mention beach towels, some saying they did not have them.... The do have them, just go to the front desk and they will give them to you. General tips: There is a short term car rental company now in Oahu called Hui, you get the app, setup and account and you can rent cars by the hour or day. Prius' and Camry's ran $15 an hour during our trip (Nov 2022), the company has cars all over the area, typically in nearby hotel garages. You unlock the car via the app, all gas, insurance, etc, are included in the hourly fee, we used them several times for excursions where Uber was too much $$$ and for a Costco and grocery store run. Another time we used "One's Car Rental" where you can rent cars by the day from $65 a day, all fees included (not including gas) For that you need to think ahead a bit. I would highly recommend the Ilima for price, quality, staff, location, pretty much everything. …
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 18 Nov 2022
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your recent stay at the 'Ilima. We appreciate your feedback and are working every day to create the best guest experience possible. We are glad that our staff welcomed you in the true Aloha spirit. We recently completed a full room renovation and are happy that you are pleased with the results. We hope that you had a comfortable stay and will recommend us to friends and family seeking value at a reasonable price in Waikiki.
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Been here a week and all you hear from 9am to 5pm is two jackhamners going constantly. Shakes the building and resonating deep into your body as you try to sleep or relax. Seems to me management was being cheap and cutting corners by having only a couple guys do a big job when they coulda hired a team to come in a complete it fast so it doesn't inconvenience the couple hundred people in the immediate area. Whoever put this construction job together should be fired for lack of consideration to guests and neighbors just to save a couple bucks. Shame on you.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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My family and friends (6 adults) stayed at the Ilima Hotel on 10/22/22-10/27/22. We had a corner 2 bedroom suite with kitchen on the 5th floor. The suite had one room with a full size bed, 1 room with 2 twin beds, and a queen sofa bed in the living room. There was one bathroom. The hotel is conveniently located, ~1.5 blocks from the International Market and ~3.0 from the Royal Hawaiian Center. There are plenty of restaurants and stores in the area. The hotel has free parking. Spaces are limited and tight (we had a full size van), but we had no trouble finding a parking space each day (we tried to return to the hotel early!). Cups, plates, and utensils were provided as were a toaster and coffee maker. The kitchen had a good size fridge, stove and microwave. There was a dining table in the suite that had an annoying light fixture. It is huge and very low hanging which made it a bit dangerous for taller individuals. We constantly hit our heads on the sharp edge of the fixture! There was one TV in the suite, I believe it was a 50' or 52" model, but the reception was not good (stations kept getting pixelated). The faucet in the bathroom seemed too close to the edge of the sink, making it hard to use a washcloth. The shower was fine and hot water was not an issue. There is a good amount of counter space too. The ACs in the suite were very noisy but functional. The suite also had a balcony which was very relaxing. Wifi connection and speed was very good. Housekeeping was good, and we always had enough towels for all individuals in our party. The price we paid for the suite was excellent and that and the location were the primary reasons we chose the Ilima. Despite the negatives mentioned above, we enjoyed our stay at the Ilima and would consider using it again when we return to Oahu in the future.…
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Responded 8 Nov 2022
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your recent stay at the 'Ilima. We appreciate your feedback and are working every day to create the best guest experience possible. We are glad that our staff welcomed you in the true Aloha spirit. We recently completed a full room renovation and are happy that you are pleased with the results. We hope that you had a comfortable stay and will recommend us to friends and family seeking value at a reasonable price in Waikiki.
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This hotel is wonderful value - huge rooms, kitchenette, and a great location, which is all we needed from our short stay. The staff are wonderful, and do whatever they can to help - a very early check in for us. We did not need the whistles and bells of a resort, and were very happy here. We would stay here again if we return to Honolulu.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from PHIL SAMMER, General Manager at 'Ilima Hotel
Responded 7 Nov 2022
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your recent stay at the 'Ilima. We are delighted that you were satisfied with your accommodations and the hotel amenities as well as the Aloha spirit of our staff. We strive to provide the best experience for all of our guests and are glad that we were able to meet your expectations. We hope you will tell family and friends about us and we look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to sunny Waikiki! Phil Sammer, GM
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The room was very large, with a nice kitchenette! We had a nice view of the canal and it was very walkable to the Main Street. The staff was very friendly with lots of recommendations. Definitely recommend!
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from PHIL SAMMER, General Manager at 'Ilima Hotel
Responded 31 Oct 2022
Aloha, Thanks for taking time to comment on your stay at 'Ilima Hotel. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and that our accommodations and amenities met your needs. We are glad that our staff welcomed you in the true Aloha spirit. We hope you will tell your friends about us and look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to sunny Waikiki. Phil Sammer, GM
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US$201 - US$275 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United StatesHawaiiOahuHonoluluWaikiki
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Frequently Asked Questions about 'Ilima Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to 'Ilima Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Live DJ (0.4 km), Waikiki Beach Walk (0.4 km), and Rock-A-Hula (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at 'Ilima Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, a fitness centre, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at 'Ilima Hotel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
Is parking available at 'Ilima Hotel?
Yes, free parking, paid private parking nearby, and paid public parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to 'Ilima Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include STRIPSTEAK Waikiki, Maguro Spot, and Island Vintage Shave Ice.
Are there opportunities to exercise at 'Ilima Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at 'Ilima Hotel?
Yes, self serve laundry and a washing machine are offered to guests.
Does 'Ilima Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to 'Ilima Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Iolani Palace (4.5 km), Shangri La (4.1 km), and Queen Emma Summer Palace (6.3 km).
Does 'Ilima Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.
Is 'Ilima Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.