The Royal Hawaiian Hotel - detailed hotel review and pictures    Table of Contents: 1. Location - On a private beach in Waikiki 2. Rooms - Which rooms have the best view? 3. Restaurants - See 6 reviews 4. Things to do - Read about on-site facilities 5. Rates - How you can get a good deal 6. Have you stayed at The Royal Hawaiian before? - Share your thoughts! 7. Not sure if this hotel is right for you? - Consider comparable hotels
1. Location    This shocking-pink oasis is hidden away among blooming gardens between Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center and Waikiki Beach. As soon as you step under the porte cochére and receive a traditional flower lei welcome from a Hawaiian woman, you will like you are in a very private and secluded resort.    The Royal Hawaiian Hotel was once the playground of Hollywood celebs like Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. The book The Pink Palace describes that era of opulence, the "roaring twenties," when guests arrived in chauffeur driven Rolls Royces, with servants unloading their steamer trunks. Those fortunate travelers usually stayed for a month or more, unwinding after the long voyage by ship. Today, the hotel still carries the atmosphere of old movies and romantic ballads, black-tie dinners and Champagne toasts. 2. Rooms    The hotel's 527 rooms are split between 2 wings: Historic Wing (originally built in 1927) and Royal Tower (added in 1969).    Historic Wing is great if you want to experience the chic charm of the '20s. Rooms in the Historic Wing have soft pastel floral walls, plush carpets, and custom made furniture like canopied or four-poster beds, and Queen Anne-style writing desks and dressers. If you want more space, you can book Large Luxury Garden View or Large Luxury Ocean View room which will have a separate sitting area. Historic Wing rooms have no lanai.    Royal Tower is more modern and comfortable. Each room has a private lanai with wonderful views of the Pacific and the tropical sunsets.    Whether you are staying in a garden or ocean view room, the service is impeccable in every way... isn't is nice to have a chocolate on your pillow and turn-down every evening? Each room has: Air-conditioning Color cable TV with in-room movies TV Internet access Mini-refrigerator In-room safe Hair dryer Luxurious bathroom amenities, even toothbrushes, are provided Daily newspaper You will receive flower lei and banana nut bread on arrival Daily maid service Express check-out 3. Restaurants    1) Monarch Room - Your table will have a view of Diamond Head silhouette above the ocean, and the star-filled sky. Afterwards, there's a hard to resis the temptation to take a moonlit walk along the white sands of Waikiki Beach, warm surf licking at your ankles.    2) The Surf Room - A popular meeting place for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Special seafood buffet on Friday and sumptuous brunch on Sunday.    3) Mai Tai Bar - One of the most "happening" places in Waikiki. Mai Tais supposedly originated here! Imagine drinking a perfect Mai Tai while looking at the beautiful Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head... that moment is alone is worth the trip!    4) Royal Hawaiian Beach Club - Relax by the beach for breakfast, light lunch or afternoon snacks. The Beach Club Cafe is located by the pool and serves soft drinks and cocktails.    5) Afternoon Tea - Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of tea and beautiful views of the Coconut Grove. Royal Tea is a 75-year old tradition at the Royal Hawaiian. Just like years ago, a kimono-clad server will present you with a delectable selection of signature tea blends, finger sandwiches, scones, pastries, and cookies. You can also enjoy live classic and etnic music by "Bamboo and Rosewood", a popular guitar-and-flute duo. Served 1-4pm.    6) The Royal Hawaiian Luau - Your evening begins with a traditional lei greetings, sound of Hawaiian melodies and refreshing Mai Tais on the Ocean Lawn. As the sun goes down, you are invited to taste food from the Islands, including specialties like Teriyaki Beef and Island Style fish, salads and desserts. Then you will be shown the spectacular Royal Polynesian Extravaganza, with pulsating authentic songs and dances. The luau is offered every Monday. 4. Things to do Hotel facilities are: Large outdoor swimming pool Elegant shopping arcade with 20 gift and specialty shops Beauty salon and day spa Fitness center next door (at Sheraton Waikiki) In-room massage Business center Baby-sitting service (fee) Excellent year-round children's program (fee) Game room Concierge desk 24-hour room service 24-hour front desk 24-hr laundry and dry cleaning service Valet parking ($13/day in 2005) and self parking ($10/day in 2005)	Waikiki shoreline and The Pink Palace of the Pacific: Building: Hotel entrance (2 pictures): Lobby: Historic Wing Ocean View room: Tower Ocean Front room (2 pictures): View from Tower Ocean Front room: Swimming pool: The Surf Room: Private beach in front of the hotel: Old picture:
5. Rates Save $52-$303 per night when you book our wholesale rate, plus get a 4th night free.      Our rates are lower than Travelocity, Expedia and Orbitz.      Check rates and availability here! 6. Have you stayed at The Royal Hawaiian before? Share your thoughts!    Email us your comments about The Royal Hawaiian and we'll post them on this page!    Note: Your contact information will be kept strictly confidential.    We respect your privacy and we'll never sell or misuse your email address.    Your email:    Your name:    How did you like your stay at The Royal Hawaiian?            7. Not sure if this hotel is right for you? Consider comparable hotels    Here are the links to similar hotels: Sheraton Moana Surfrider (5 stars) and Hilton Hawaiian Village (5 stars).    Want to check out other hotels on Oahu? See all 36 hotels and condos. home  |  plan your trip  |  specials  |  faqs  |  about us  |  contact us © 1999-2007 Hawaii Travel Bureau. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms and Conditions.