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Bamboo Waikiki Hotel vs Ilikai Hotel and Luxury Suites

Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites scores slightly better than Aqua Bamboo Waikiki. Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites scores 82 with accolades from 8 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Oyster and Star Service.

Bamboo Waikiki Hotel
Bamboo Waikiki Hotel
7 / 10
2425 Kuhio Ave, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $85 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Formerly a very neglected budget hotel just a block from Waikiki Beach, Bamboo has been transformed into a contemporary "condotel" (a condominium/hotel) with an Asian flair." Full review
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When booking, be sure to "reserve" a parking space, because the parking lot has a limited number.
Concierge Concierge
"This budget boutique hotel just one block from Waikiki Beach makes up in convenience (and price) what it lacks in luxury."
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"It's a good value and convenient, though the building is a bit worn down." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Step into the stylish lobby of Bamboo and you'll feel soothed. Bamboo is a decent choice, especially if you cop a discount rate." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Perhaps the hotel’s best feature is its pool area, which is surrounded by bamboo and tropical plants, and is adjacent to the two-room spa." Full review
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Ilikai Hotel and Luxury Suites
Ilikai Hotel and Luxury Suites
8 / 10
1777 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $208 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"You can't beat the location of the Ilikai Hotel -- sitting at the entrance to Waikiki, it overlooks the Ala Wai Harbor and is within walking distance to numerous restaurants and shops." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The atmosphere here is casual thanks to an open-air lobby, cascading waterfalls, and torch-lit walkways perfect for evening strolls above the harbor." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The once-historic Ilikai has the makings of a great hotel -- massive, clean rooms, an elegant open-air lobby, a newly refurbished pool, and a well-equipped fitness center." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Conveniently located between Waikīkī and Ala Moana Center, the guest rooms here are spacious and situated in two towers with views of Ala Wai Yacht Harbor and the ocean."
Star Service Star Service
"The hotel is split almost evenly between well-proportioned hotel accommodations and one- and two-bedroom time-share and condominium accommodations. " Full review
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