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- Excellent service. The staff remembers your name when you return.
- Located on the western side of Waikiki, the hotel is near downtown Honolulu, which makes it ideal for those who not only want to be close to the beach, but also the city center.
- Those who remember the original “Hawaii 5-0” will recognize the hotel from the famous opening scene with Jack Lord as Steve McGarrett standing on the penthouse balcony overlooking Waikiki Beach.
- Business travelers who seek beach-time in their downtime.
- Families who seek spacious accommodations.
- Guests who prefer the option of in-room dining (all suites are equipped with full kitchens).
- Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon
- Waikiki Beach
- Hawaii Convention Center
- Ala Moana Center
- Honolulu Zoo and Aquarium
- Diamond Head
- Neal S. Blaisdell Center
- Ward Village
- Kakaako
- Surfing for all levels
- The hotel was designed by architect John Graham Jr. who designed Seattle’s Space Needle.
- The Ilikai was the brainchild of Hawaii developer Chinn Ho, a self-made millionaire, and two California businessmen.
- The original building features three wings radiating from a central point in a "Y" shape.
- The hotel has two pools—one of which features partially submerged lounge chairs.
- The world's largest open-air shopping center—Ala Moana Center—is within walking distance.
- The Hawaii Convention Center is a short stroll away.
- Friday nights feature hula performances and other entertainment, best enjoyed with a takeout dinner from Paradise Poke followed by treats from Dave’s Hawaiian Ice Cream.
- Book surf lessons, rent surfboards and other water sports gear at Duke's Lagoon Surf Shop, conveniently located on-property.
- Nearby attractions include Magic Island and Ala Moana Beach Park.
- Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites is TLA (Temporary Lodging Allowance) for military.
