The Imperial Hawaii Resort
205 Lewers St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-1939
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The Imperial Hawaii Resort is ideally situated just steps away from world-renowned Waikiki Beach and in the heart of the city’s dining, shopping, and entertainment epicenter. This legacy property has been thoughtfully restored toward reviving its original feel and vintage “Hawaiian Style” while perpetuating the true meaning of Ohana. The resort offers five different suite types and all include a mini kitchenette or full kitchen.
The 27th-floor rooftop pool offers amazing views of Honolulu, the mountain, and the ocean. Guests may enjoy the sauna, fitness room, two outdoor hot tubs, hair salon, and massage therapy. The resort’s on-site amenities also include a restaurant, convenience store with deli, specialty boutiques, car rental, and a full-service concierge/activity desk in the lobby. Book a luau, circle island tour, snorkeling adventure, submarine ride, golf tee time, or make reservations at an amazing local restaurant!
The Imperial Hawaii Resort is committed to providing a high-quality vacation experience, and our goal is to treat all Vacation Club Owners and Hotel Guests with the true kama’aina spirit of hookipa: courtesy, respect, and hospitality.
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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Coffee shop
Diving
Hiking
Car hire
Paid private parking on-site
Wifi
Sauna
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Rooftop pool
Pool with view
Vending machine
Snorkelling
Business Centre with Internet Access
Massage
Salon
Rooftop terrace
Baggage storage
Concierge
Convenience store
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Shops
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Blackout curtains
Air conditioning
Dining area
Private balcony
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Bath / shower
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Mountain view
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Bay View
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese
Location
205 Lewers St, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-1939
Getting there
Great for walkers
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The Imperial Hawaii Resort offers a prime location that guests rave about, being conveniently situated near the beach and Waikiki's attractions. The hotel's cleanliness is widely appreciated, although some guests suggest certain areas could benefit from an update. While the rooms are praised for their tidiness, reviewers note that they may feel outdated and could impact comfort.
The hotel's amenities, including the rooftop pool, are a highlight for many, yet opinions on the overall value are divided, with some guests finding the pricing reasonable and others questioning the cost given the need for modernization. Service at the resort generally receives high marks for the staff's friendliness and helpfulness.
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After much research I decided to stay at the Imperial on a DVC RCI trade. One of the main selling points is its location across the street from the Waikiki Beach Walk and around the corner from the Royal Hawaiian Center shops. There isn’t anything that one can want that can’t be found within a couple of blocks of the hotel. There’s also a Denny’s downstairs and an ABC Store outside the lobby where you can get all your food, souvenir, and grocery needs. The staff was friendly and the service was fast. Due to Covid, midweek housekeeping services were suspended; however, getting additional bath towels, etc. was as easy as calling the front desk or going to housekeeping. The Banyan Suite where I stayed had everything I needed, but the bathroom was small for a one bedroom that sleeps six people and the step up into the tub is high for short people. You will need to be careful while taking a shower as the tub floor can be slippery when wet. It would be helpful if housekeeping provided a rubber bath mat for the inside of the tub to decrease the risk of falling. All in all, I enjoyed my stay and can’t wait to return.
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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Though the area has changed, this was a large part of my living in Waikiki 1987-92. I enjoyed the valet parking by calling in advance $100 weekly fee was the best value. Waikiki streets can be confusing so please be careful.The staff was warm and friendly. the 27th floor view and pool were very nice. Righfully so the pool was closed several days with high winds. The nearby Friday night fireworks were viewed with many others on the 26th floor. New Jaquzzis on the third floor were a welcome find! Live Hawaiian music nearby 7 nights a week at the Kani Kapila bar with tasty nightly local food. specials. the Blue note and other music venues are with in walking distance.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Room Tip: Waikiki early morning noise. I carry a small sound machine.
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Responded 7 Jan 2020
Mahalo for the 5 star review!
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Although the staff was friendly and nice at this hotel, we didn't feel we got our money's worth. But perhaps you can't get much anywhere in Oahu. The rooms, beds, bathrooms and living spaces were incredibly small. My husband and I could not fit together comfortably on the "queen" size bed, and this is after we paid add'l money to upgrade from the studio. The location of the hotel is near the beach, but is behind and surrounded by huge resorts, so you have to walk sideways to get to a beach, and then you have to walk much further to get to beach without lots of rocks in the water. Our microwave had one working button. The hot tubs had 1 strong jet each. There is a great view from the Owner's Lounge on the 26th floor. The pool was nice. I don't want to carry dirty towels to the 3rd floor to get clean ones, especially since we still have to pay the "fees". This place was good in a pinch if you need a place. But I feel we are not getting our timeshare value.
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Date of stay: December 2021
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This resort is showing its age and is probably not worth fixing as it would cost way too much. Its only plus is its location 5 minutes from the beach. Just note that the beach is sandy until you get into the water where there are pieces of sharp coral rock and large slippery stones. We tried out the roof-top pool, but when the wind comes up you can feel the building move so we did not feel safe. Stay away from the lobby stores, which are over-priced and the saleswoman in the clothing store was really pushy. We just wanted to look and she talked us right out of the store.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Stephanie Reuter, Marketing at The Imperial Hawaii Resort
Responded 2 Apr 2020
Aloha Tracy! Mahalo for taking the time to write a review. We are a legacy property and one of the first timeshare resorts in Waikiki, and we are always striving to make upgrades and improvements at our resort. We just finished a total kitchen remodel of our rooms with new cabinets, counter tops and appliances. We also replaced the cabinets and counter tops in the bathrooms. Thank you for the compliment on our staff. Many of our Imperial Ohana have worked here for many years. We think they are pretty nice too! We welcome you to come back and stay with us again in the future. Stay safe and we wish you health and happiness!
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Booked one bedroom and 2 bathrooms. The balcony of our living room faces a wall and that's good because it gives you privacy. At the same time, there is no view. There was a buzz from the exhaust of the next building but closing the balcony door helped.
There were plenty of towels for our comfort. The housekeeping was great.
There was always a wait for the lifts as the building is high. The sunset happy hour was totally worth it. Definitely visit the rooftop bar for amazing views.
The hotel is walk able from the beach and a lot of other points of interest. It was easy to find a cab/Uber. There is an ABC store right below the hotel. I wish there were more pots and pans in the kitchenette.
There is no laundry in the room but you can hire dryer and laundry on level 2/3. They also sell detergent. The facilities were not crowded. Unless you want something fancy and plan to be in your room most of the time, this hotel is perfect.
There were plenty of towels for our comfort. The housekeeping was great.
There was always a wait for the lifts as the building is high. The sunset happy hour was totally worth it. Definitely visit the rooftop bar for amazing views.
The hotel is walk able from the beach and a lot of other points of interest. It was easy to find a cab/Uber. There is an ABC store right below the hotel. I wish there were more pots and pans in the kitchenette.
There is no laundry in the room but you can hire dryer and laundry on level 2/3. They also sell detergent. The facilities were not crowded. Unless you want something fancy and plan to be in your room most of the time, this hotel is perfect.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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We did a last minute trip and booked through our timeshare company RCI. We originally booked a studio but when we arrived I asked if possible to upgrade to a 1 bedroom and they were able to accommodate without a charge. The room was clean and comfortable. The bedroom is very small but was nice to not have to sleep on a murphy bed. We spent a lot of time on the patio which was awesome to have.
The staff was amazing. Everyone we encountered was extremely nice and helpful. There is no public parking and you need to valet but the valet was quick and efficient with little to no wait every time. There is an ABC store downstairs to grab snacks and drinks to keep in your room fridge.
The beach is a short 5 minute walk away. Most everything is within walking distance from the hotel.
The staff was amazing. Everyone we encountered was extremely nice and helpful. There is no public parking and you need to valet but the valet was quick and efficient with little to no wait every time. There is an ABC store downstairs to grab snacks and drinks to keep in your room fridge.
The beach is a short 5 minute walk away. Most everything is within walking distance from the hotel.
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Date of stay: November 2020
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The location was perfect, close to shopping centre, beach, and restaurants. Additional bonus was the ABC store downstairs.
Front desk staff were kind and very informative. They only clean rooms on your 4th day! You will have to go on the third floor if you need towels or toiletries. I went on our second day to replace beach towels and the staff there do not smile unless you give them tip. Our coffee maker was not working on our first day, we called the front desk and they sent a replacement within 15 minutes. The hotel should not charge a resort fee if these kind of service continues. I understand due to covid and all but this takes away from customers experience.
All in all we have a pleasant stay and do not want to leave Hawaii. My kids were on the beach surfing almost everyday.
Front desk staff were kind and very informative. They only clean rooms on your 4th day! You will have to go on the third floor if you need towels or toiletries. I went on our second day to replace beach towels and the staff there do not smile unless you give them tip. Our coffee maker was not working on our first day, we called the front desk and they sent a replacement within 15 minutes. The hotel should not charge a resort fee if these kind of service continues. I understand due to covid and all but this takes away from customers experience.
All in all we have a pleasant stay and do not want to leave Hawaii. My kids were on the beach surfing almost everyday.
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Our family have just returned home after spending 5 nights here after our 5 week trip to the USA.
The staff are all so welcoming and helpful. From the front desk staff to the valets and housekeeping everyone was so friendly. We were given a room on the 23rd floor and it had the most amazing view of the ocean !! We had a 1 bed 2 bath room which had a King bed as well as a queen sofa bed in the lounge room We paid an extra $10 a night to get a rollaway so the kids wouldn’t have to share.
We hired a car for a couple of days but they have a concierge who can arrange tours. They also have daily activities in the owners lounge including lei making and ukulele lessons. You can rent beach chairs for about $3 a day, free pool/beach towels to use and a great self serve laundry. Plus the rooftop pool.
We found it extremely quiet at night even though you are surrounded by plenty of restaurants and cafes. The beach is a short walk away.
We can’t wait to return to Hawaii and will definitely stay at the Imperial again.
The staff are all so welcoming and helpful. From the front desk staff to the valets and housekeeping everyone was so friendly. We were given a room on the 23rd floor and it had the most amazing view of the ocean !! We had a 1 bed 2 bath room which had a King bed as well as a queen sofa bed in the lounge room We paid an extra $10 a night to get a rollaway so the kids wouldn’t have to share.
We hired a car for a couple of days but they have a concierge who can arrange tours. They also have daily activities in the owners lounge including lei making and ukulele lessons. You can rent beach chairs for about $3 a day, free pool/beach towels to use and a great self serve laundry. Plus the rooftop pool.
We found it extremely quiet at night even though you are surrounded by plenty of restaurants and cafes. The beach is a short walk away.
We can’t wait to return to Hawaii and will definitely stay at the Imperial again.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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We were going to Hawaii for the first time. Hotel prices were pricey. The Imperial Hawaii Resort has the most reasonable rate for the area where it is located. Waikiki beach, all the shopping malls, tour pick up points, Kuhio beach are all within walking distance. There is an ABC store adjacent to the entrance for takeaway food. There are various restaurants for eating options near the hotel. The room is not large. The bed is a pull down. There is a small kitchen. A resort fee is charge, so better use the hot tub or gym. We would book here again given the chance.
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Imperial Hawaii Resort, Marketing at The Imperial Hawaii Resort
Responded 5 Nov 2020
Aloha, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and our great neighborhood, steps from the beach, and the Waikiki Beach Walk. We have 5 different suite types that range from a one-room studio with that pull-down Murphy bed up to a large 2 bedroom, 2 bath suite with a full kitchen. There are many options! We would love for you to come and stay with us again. Mahalo for taking the time to leave a review.
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The staff and valet drivers were very helpful and friendly. The location is great for easy access to shops and restaurants if that's all you want.
If you get assigned to room 1002, ask to be moved. The room does not resemble the schematic drawing. I suspect we were assigned the room because there were just the 2 of us. There is no way six people would fit in that room.
1. The bed is NOT a queen bed as advertised, it's a double bed. A queen bed would not fit in the poorly designed room. A night stand would fit on only one side of the bed because a night stand would not fit on the other side. We ended up moving a chair to the other side.
We got to know the maintenance staff well (again, very nice people), because:
2. The microwave didn't work and after they determined that the timer and convection oven were faulty, they had to bring a replacement microwave.
3. Then the battery for the safe needed to be replaced. We ended up waiting around for about an hour to get everything fixed before leaving.
4. The bathtub was not installed properly and the bottom felt very soft and spongy. There is nothing satisfying about taking a shower sans terra firma.
5. Room 1002 is also located above the AC units from the other nearby buildings, so there's a constant hum. Also, all you see out the window at this level are other buildings and the public parking lot; no wonder the staff suggested the Owner's Lounge on the 26th floor.
I don't know if we were assigned such an inferior suite because we were owners and not full-fare customers, but our Banyan suite did not at all resemble the schematic. I suspect 1102 and #02 and##02 rooms will be similar. The upper level rooms may be quieter.
If you get assigned to room 1002, ask to be moved. The room does not resemble the schematic drawing. I suspect we were assigned the room because there were just the 2 of us. There is no way six people would fit in that room.
1. The bed is NOT a queen bed as advertised, it's a double bed. A queen bed would not fit in the poorly designed room. A night stand would fit on only one side of the bed because a night stand would not fit on the other side. We ended up moving a chair to the other side.
We got to know the maintenance staff well (again, very nice people), because:
2. The microwave didn't work and after they determined that the timer and convection oven were faulty, they had to bring a replacement microwave.
3. Then the battery for the safe needed to be replaced. We ended up waiting around for about an hour to get everything fixed before leaving.
4. The bathtub was not installed properly and the bottom felt very soft and spongy. There is nothing satisfying about taking a shower sans terra firma.
5. Room 1002 is also located above the AC units from the other nearby buildings, so there's a constant hum. Also, all you see out the window at this level are other buildings and the public parking lot; no wonder the staff suggested the Owner's Lounge on the 26th floor.
I don't know if we were assigned such an inferior suite because we were owners and not full-fare customers, but our Banyan suite did not at all resemble the schematic. I suspect 1102 and #02 and##02 rooms will be similar. The upper level rooms may be quieter.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Room Tip: Avoid 1002 and rooms with 02 at the end.
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When we went there wasn’t a hotel transfer service. We ended up taking a limo to and from the airport. The limo was $70 each way. There were four of us so that wasn’t too bad. Not sure about the transportation to Diamond Head
Hi Yes the Koa room as do all the rooms and the lobby of the hotel have wi fi.
Very short walk to the beach. All spots on Waikiki beach would be great for photos.
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PRICE RANGE
HK$1,522 - HK$2,229 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Imperial Hawaii Resort
Which popular attractions are close to The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
Nearby attractions include Breakout Waikiki Escape Rooms (0.10 km), Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Live DJ (0.3 km), and US Army Museum of Hawaii (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and a fitness centre.
Which room amenities are available at The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
Is parking available at The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and paid public parking on-site are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tempura Kiki, Honolulu Cookie Company, and Poké Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to The Imperial Hawaii Resort?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Iolani Palace (4.2 km), Shangri La (4.4 km), and US Army Museum of Hawaii (0.2 km).
Does The Imperial Hawaii Resort have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is The Imperial Hawaii Resort accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.