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Ilikai Hotel and Luxury Suites vs Halekulani Hotel

Both hotels are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Halekulani Hotel scores significantly higher than Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites. Halekulani Hotel comes in at 97 with positive reviews from 17 sources such as Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Hideaway Report.

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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Halekulani Hotel
Halekulani Hotel
9 / 10
2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $530 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"Since opening in 1917 on this prime Waikiki beachfront spot, the Halekulani has grown to 454 rooms—but it still manages to feel like the most intimate, peaceful hotel on the island."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"A heavenly Waikiki Beach hotel with an award-winning spa and five restaurants and lounges." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"From the moment you step into the lobby, the attention to detail and impeccable service wrap you in privilege at this beachfront location away from Waikiki's bustle." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"One of the island's best hotels... formal, understated elegance." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Elegant and upscale, the Halekulani - 'House Befitting Heaven' - is Waikiki's only true luxury hotel." Full review
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