"The coffee every morning is delicious and a life saver."
Jessica from United States
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"Great price. Free stuff to borrow for the beach, such as water shoes, Boogie boards, and floaties."
Lexi from United States
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"Loved how clean it was."
Zeus from New Zealand
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"The staff was making fresh snacks every morning for the residents to eat."
Anonymous from Canada
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Hostel with free daily baking and free beach gear rentals in Waikiki
Rooms & Suites
Honu Waikiki by ALOH offers private rooms with kitchenettes, refrigerators, and balconies, as well as dormitory beds in female-only or mixed rooms. Each private room has its own fridge and access to a full communal kitchen, while dormitories include lockers and air conditioning. The property also features one-bedroom suites with a queen bed, a separate living area with another queen bed, and an en-suite bathroom.
Free Amenities & Services
Every morning the hostel provides free freshly baked brownies, banana bars, oatmeal bars, and Kona coffee for all guests. The property offers free use of beach equipment including surfboards, boogie boards, snorkel gear, beach umbrellas, and floats. Guests also get access to a filtered water refill station, tea, and a shared kitchen with full cooking facilities.
Social Events & Activities
The hostel runs a WhatsApp group that connects all guests across its three properties, allowing travelers to coordinate hikes, share rides, and join daily activities. Staff organize free events such as outdoor movie nights, yoga sessions, pickleball, and rooftop parties with complimentary margaritas. Discounted tours to local attractions are available for booking directly through the front desk.
Location & Parking
Honu Waikiki sits a 10- to 15-minute walk from Waikiki Beach and within walking distance of Ala Moana Center, Magic Island, and the Honolulu Convention Center. A 7-Eleven convenience store is next door, and multiple bus stops including the airport bus are steps away. On-site parking is available for $25 per night, and the property offers luggage storage and shower access after checkout.
Safety & Practical Details
The property enforces a no-shoe policy indoors and inside rooms to maintain cleanliness, and provides 24-hour security with CCTV in common areas and outside. Guests can use the on-site laundry facilities with washers and dryers for $2 per load. Towels are available for a small rental fee, and the front desk operates around the clock for express check-in and check-out.