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The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki vs DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach

Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort ranks significantly higher than DoubleTree by Hilton Alana - Waikiki Beach. The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort ranks #6 in Hawaii with recommendations from 15 sources like Oyster, DK Eyewitness and Michelin Guide.

The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki
The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki
8 / 10
2259 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $254 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"After a multimillion-dollar renovation, completed in 2009, fans of the iconic pink palace can breathe a sigh of relief: The Royal Hawaiian Hotel is more glorious than ever before."
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Which room to book: Be sure you're in the historic wing, in a Beachview room.
Fodor's Fodor's
"There's nothing like the legendary Pink Palace of the Pacific, and an $85 million face-lift in 2009, the iconic hotel set on 14 acres of prime Waikiki Beach is a unique blend of luxury and tradition." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Of the three luxury hotels in Waikiki -- the Moana Surfrider and the Halekulani are the others -- the 528-room Royal Hawaiian provides the most stunning design." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"With its Moorish-style turrets and archways, the aristocratic, oh-so-pink Royal Hawaiian was Waikiki's first true luxury hotel."
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For old-school ambience, ask for the historic building; for ocean views, the modern tower.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Iconic, surfer-filled Waikiki—so famous that its image has even been printed on tens of thousands "aloha shirts"—is almost always full of tourists and happy beachgoers." Full review
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach
7 / 10
1956 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-1897
From $131 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This boutique hotel operated by the Hilton Hawaiian Village is a welcome oasis of beauty, comfort, and service." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Its location—a 10-minute walk from the Hawaii Convention Center—and its 24-hour business center and gym meet the requirements of the Doubletree's global business clientele." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"It's a decent choice for business and the rooms were renovated in late 2010." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This small boutique hotel has a great reputation for hospitality."
Star Service Star Service
"The Doubletree Alana is an underdog that is frequently overlooked in favor of the landmark, midrange properties closer to the beach." Full review
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Deluxe corner units on the top three floors are the ones to request.
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