Where to Stay - Honolulu, Waikiki and Oahu - page 137

kids, get a second room). Staff is very friendly and helpful in pointing out things to do and
places to eat. It is not on the water, but ask for a room with a mountain view and you'll be just
as awe-inspired.
450 Lewers St. (at Ala Wai Blvd.), Honolulu, HI 96815. www.bestwesternhawaii.com/hotels/best-western-coconut-waikiki-
hotel . & 808/923-8828. Fax [phone] units. $130-$180 double; from $450 suite. Rates include continental
breakfast. Extra person $40. AE, DC, MC, V. Valet parking $22. Bus: 19 or 20. Amenities: Free high-speed Internet
access in lobby; tiny outdoor pool w/sun deck. In room: A/C, TV, fridge, hair dryer, high-speed Internet access (free),
kitchenette.
Holiday Inn Waikiki Beachcomber One of the pluses to this property is the great location—a
block from Waikiki Beach, across the street from the upscale Royal Hawaiian Shopping
Center, and next door to bargain shopping at the International Market Place. The rooms fea-
ture Berber carpets, contemporary furniture, voicemail, and shower-only bathrooms. Sadly,
the passing of Don Ho in 2007 meant the closing of his show, but another awe-inspiring show
is in residence here: The Magic of Polynesia, with illusionist John Hirokana.
2300 Kalakaua Ave. (at Duke's Lane), Honolulu, HI 96815. www.waikikibeachcomberresort.com . & 800/462-6262 or
808/922-4646. Fax [phone] units (all with shower only). $139-$214 double; from $405 suite. Extra person
from $30. Check the website for special AAA and senior rates. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Parking $18. Bus: 19 or 20. Ame-
nities: Poolside coffee shop; outdoor pool; free Wi-Fi in lobby. In room: A/C, TV, fridge, hair dryer, high-speed Internet
access (free), complimentary local and mainland phone calls and newspaper delivery.
OhanaWaikikiMalia This large hotel—part of the cluster of Ohana Hotels on Kuhio Avenue
and its surrounding blocks—just went through a $6.6-million dollar renovation of rooms and
public spaces in 2010. It offers huge rooms with lanais and either a king-size bed or twins.
Recently added are the one-bedroom suites with kitchenettes, great for families. Like those
at most Ohana Hotels, the windows have black-out curtains, which not only keep the blaring
morning sun out, but also help with the noise from busy Kuhio Avenue. Because a pool isn't
on the premises, guests are welcome to use the one at the Ohana Waikiki Surf West across the
street. But why bother? One of the most famous beaches in the world is just 3 blocks away.
Wheelchair-accessible rooms outfitted with wide doorways and special grips in the bathroom
are available.
2211 Kuhio Ave. (btw. Royal Hawaiian Ave. and Lewers St.), Honolulu, HI 96815. www.ohanahotels.com . & 800/
462-6262 or 808/923-7621. Fax [phone] or 808/921-4804. 327 units. $105-$135 double; $125-$145 1-bedroom
suite with kitchenette (up to 4 guests). Check the website for specials, discounts (seniors and AAA), and packages. Extra
person $30. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V. Parking $20. Bus: 19 or 20. Amenities: Restaurant (24-hr. coffee shop); access to
amenities at other Ohana properties (childcare, dining, and more). In room: A/C, TV, free high-speed Internet access,
fridge, hair dryer, kitchenette (some units).
Patrick Winston's Waikiki Condos Looking for a condo priced to fit a tight budget, with a
hefty dose of old-fashioned aloha? Try Patrick Winston's rentals, located on a quiet side street.
When this five-story condominium hotel was built in 1981, Winston bought one unit; he has
since acquired 24 more, spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on refurbishment, and put his
spacious suites on the market at frugal prices. Staying here is like having a personal concierge;
Winston has lots of terrific tips on where to eat, where to shop, and how to get the most for
your money, and he can book any activity you want.