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The Equus

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Ala Moana Center

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing
Coffee shop
Property entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Place, Ala Moana Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawaii Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Hawaiian Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 383 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • City view
  • 326 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 395 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, soundproofing

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 - 0.4 miles
  • Hawaii Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waikiki Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station - 28 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Study - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red Lobster - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Pub & Pizza - ‬3 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.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. 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 safes and coffee/tea makers. 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. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35.61 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 2 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 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 provided

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
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 32.05 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
  • 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 to 10 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35.61 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

Property Registration Number 260110200000

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 (25-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 Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Equus on Mar 12, 2026 start from $190, including 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. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to noon.

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 35.61 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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Vicki

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Place is old and rundown. There are places to stay comparable in price that are much nicer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the last Kama'aina owned hotel. Older but so much charm. Pub food with coffee and limited breakfast options. Everything is really tasty. Lincoln and the rest of the staff were so wonderful to us. We felt like family not customers. Right next to the Marina, walking distance to tons of shopping. Close to Queen's medical. This is my new go to hotel when staying overnight after getting healthcare. This is the 3rd hotel I have tried in this price range for overnight stays. This by far the best one. Smaller pool right nest to the bar and pub food. So well thought out. Just loved the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is wonderfully no-nonsense! While you won't have a five-star spa and Michelin-starred room service on property, it's clean and comfortable with basic modern amenities (WiFi, cable, parking) and the staff are courteous. The decor is unique, the bar & cafe at the pool has a good variety of drinks and fare. The pool is crystal clear, albeit cold (it's not heated and because the buildings are close to each other, the sun doesn't hit it). Shell out the extra dough and get a suite with a balcony or on a higher floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy to access. The staffs are very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean . Staff was so friendly. Would like to recommend to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a nice wee place confy beds and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DERRICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was veey clean and the staff was professional and personable. Everyone made me feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

So Yee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness
Great local hotel staff was amazing good people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was really adorable! The location was amazing, across the street from Ala Moana and the beach. Room was clean, pillows were comfy. The staff was SO friendly. My only regret is that I wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Masatoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rate for location. Rooms are small and a little dated but very clean. Best quiet bar in Waikiki. Drinks are hand concocted, no bar mixes in sight. Bartenders are friendly - and the morning bartender makes the best bloody mary's - that and a piece of toast will set you for the day!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel has a unique layout that starts with a stairway up into a bar area and a lobby off to the right that is more of an office. I have stayed here twice. It has enough comfort, location, and safety for the price. It is in between Waikiki and Ala Moana mall area. I was only in town overnight so price was more my concern than frills. I like it fine and will stay again on one of my layovers. The only hiccup for me was the hotels.com price was supposed to be inclusive of all fees and taxes and I got dinged for a $25 resort fee. I came in at 11pm and didn’t want to argue the point so I will see what hotels.com says and hope for the little refund. It is a good place if you are a walker as it is on the edge of two good walking areas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

shane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a short night so my review is probably not the most informative. Loved the hotel, the bar area, the food, the room! We were able to walk to plenty of places from the hotel. There was live music in the evening but the bar area was packed so I wasn't able to sit and enjoy. But I listened from the walkway above - great band!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Huei-Jen Joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were friendly. However, the room definitely needs more outlets and the shower needs a light inside.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
While the room was clean and fairly quiet, the carpets really could use a deep clean. We were surprised to come back after a day out to discover our bed had been made, something we haven't experienced in quite some time, so that was nice, and fresh towels were provided when we left some for cleaning on the following day. Most of the staff were quite friendly, with the exception of the bartender who provided our "welcome" drinks on our final evening, making comments about having to fix "the most difficult drink" of the free options for me and just generally unfriendly compared to the other terrific bar staff we had encountered during our stay. Biggest complaint is the parking. Expedia's listing makes it sound like there is on-street parking close by which is completely inaccurate and misleading! There is no such thing! And The Equus has very limited parking available. We were "lucky" enough to secure their last available spot, at $30 per night. After traveling to Oahu I get that parking in the area is at a premium; however, I don't appreciate being misled and having to fork over more money than expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction with the multiple check-in issues and poor service I experienced during my stay at the Equus Hotel for 5 nights My stay consisted of three separate bookings for a total of five nights: Booking 1: Original booking for 3 nights. Booking 2: Added 1 nights . Booking 3: Added 1 more night On 1st night, I called the hotel at approximately 1:26 p.m. to inform the front desk that I would be arriving that evening and consolidating my bookings. The day-shift staff member confirmed that this was not a problem and assured me I would be checked in for all five nights upon arrival. However, the check-in process proved to be highly unprofessional: First night Check-in: The night-shift front desk associate only checked me in for a single night, forcing me to return the following day to check in again. Second days Check-in:The same front desk associate questioned why I had multiple bookings and again attempted to check me in for only one night. When I requested to be checked in for the remaining four nights, she asked, "Why are you being difficult?" This is an unacceptable level of service. No guest should have to check in daily for a continuous stay. The associate's hostile and unhelpful attitude was inhospitable and created a deeply frustrating experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Older property. Elevator squeaks and feels unsafe. Pool is small!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025