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The Equus

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Ala Moana Center

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas
City view
Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Room amenity
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Popular LocationAla Moana Center7 min walk
  • Popular LocationHawaii Convention Center11 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaikiki Beach11 min drive
  • AirportHonolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)24 min drive

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • 383 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 326 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • 395 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Honolulu

Waikiki stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Waikiki hotel, you'll find Ala Moana Center and Fort DeRussy Beach Park. Hawaii Convention Center and Ala Moana Beach Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ala Moana Center - 7 min walk
  • Hawaii Convention Center - 11 min walk
  • Ala Moana Beach Park - 12 min walk
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 20 min walk
  • Waikiki Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station - 28 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tropics Bar & Grill - 7 min walk
  • Goofy Cafe & Dine - 4 min walk
  • McDonald's - 2 min walk
  • Pint & Jigger - 10 min walk
  • Dave's Ice Cream At The Ilikai - 5 min walk

About this property

The Equus

3.5-star hotel near Ala Moana Center
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business center.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and concierge services are also featured at The Equus. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Honolulu hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Equus offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35.39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 2 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 5.24 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 25.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2–10 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35.39 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20 per day (656 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Paniolo Equus Hotel Honolulu
Paniolo Equus Hotel
Paniolo Equus Honolulu
Paniolo Equus
The Equus Hotel
The Equus Honolulu
Paniolo at The Equus
The Equus Hotel Honolulu

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Equus to the airport?

The Equus is 8.5 mi (24-min drive) away from the Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Equus?

As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Equus on May 19, 2024 start from $122.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Equus have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Equus.

How close is The Equus to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Ala Moana Beach Park and 9-minute walk from Duke Kahanamoku Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Equus offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Equus, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 2 and 10 per person.

Is there a casino at The Equus?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Equus?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Equus?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 35.39 per day.

Does The Equus have a pool?

The Equus features an outdoor pool.

Does The Equus have a restaurant?

The Equus is home to The Paniolo Bar & Cafe, which features pool views, happy hour, and light fare.

Does The Equus have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Equus to downtown Honolulu?

The Equus is 1.9 mi away from Honolulu.

The Equus Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Road noise is bad! 1 suggestion a microwave for reheating food.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was excellent. Great location, good proximity to Waikiki Beach. Ben on the walk-up cafe/bar is an asset. Only negative-street traffic noise from a very busy thoroughfare.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were really helpful and kind and the location was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Milwaukee

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Everyone on staff was extraordinary.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verah

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They say breakfast is included but it’s not. The overall experience was horrible Limited parking. Carry your luggage up the stairs no access to parking area or elevator. On our last stay at the hotels electricity was gone from 7am to 12pm. Had to pack in the dark using our flashlights with two little ones.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My favorite hotel in Honolulu
This hotel is a hidden gem, one of the few family owned places left (most others are big chain hotels). The best part by far is the staff who are beyond friendly and welcoming and go out of their way to treat guests as family. The bar and café are a great place to hang out. This was my fifth stay at the hotel, it has become my go to when I have business in town. It is close enough to Waikiki to go to restaurants, beach, etc. but since not in the heart of the tourist craziness you don't have to deal with the crowds and traffic. It's also about a block away from the Ala Moana Mall with its stores and restaurants and Ala Moana Beach Park. The only negative on this trip was greater than normal street noises, could have been because I was on a lower floor this time. Highly recommend the Equus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People were all very nice. This is the second time we’ve stayed there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lunette at the front desk is amazing! Radiant who is the head of housekeeping made sure our rooms were clean and that we had whatever we needed. Every person on staff was just lovely. The location was perfect and I really liked that it’s the last local privately owned botique hotel on the island. I would stay there over and over. We loved our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rene

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024