White Sands Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near International Market Place

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Lunch and dinner served
Outdoor spa tub
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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431 Nohonani Street, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Place, International Market Place
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Hawaiian Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikiki Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed (Tradewind)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds (Tradewind)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Bungalow)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 477 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Tradewind)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds (Prohibition)

  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Prohibition)

  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Lanai)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 316 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Honolulu

Waikiki stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Waikiki hotel, you'll find International Market Place and Waikiki Beach. Also, Royal Hawaiian Center is within half a mile (1 km) and Honolulu Zoo is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • International Market Place - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waikiki Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Honolulu Zoo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 23 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Coffee Purveyors - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marugame Udon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hideout - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪TR Fire Grill Waikiki - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Forty Niner Waikiki - ‬4 min walk

About this property

White Sands Hotel

3.5-star hotel near International Market Place
White Sands Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

White Sands Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Honolulu hotel is smoke free.

  • 93 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1957
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
White Sands Hotel offers 93 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to lanais. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Valet parking on site (USD 49 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Wet bar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 30.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 35.62 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls

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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 49 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Tax ID - TA-017-073-5616-01
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. The tax ID number is TA-017-073-5616-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 260210290000

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel White Sands
White Sands Honolulu
White Sands Hotel
White Sands Hotel Honolulu
White Sands Hotel Hawaii/Honolulu
White Sands Hotel Hotel
White Sands Hotel Honolulu
White Sands Hotel Hotel Honolulu

Frequently asked questions

How close is White Sands Hotel to the airport?

White Sands Hotel is 10.5 mi (29-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 White Sands Hotel?

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Sands Hotel on Jun 3, 2026 start from $166, 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 White Sands Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at White Sands Hotel.

How close is White Sands Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Waikiki Beach and 12-minute walk from Kuhio Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does White Sands Hotel offer free breakfast?

White Sands Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at White Sands Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at White Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at White Sands Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 49 per night.

Does White Sands Hotel have a pool?

White Sands Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does White Sands Hotel have a restaurant?

White Sands Hotel is home to Heyday, which features pool views, a poolside location, and light fare.

Does White Sands Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is White Sands Hotel to downtown Honolulu?

White Sands Hotel is 2.8 mi away from Honolulu.

White Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 591 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1011 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marquish

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marquish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a vibe! Great bar and pool chairs. Has a 60s/70s feel. Rooms were clean and had similar vibe. Hotel itself has a bit of a ‘motel’ feel. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Wenqian, Chicago

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Xiaozhuo

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No Wi-Fi, we spend 3 nights there, can’t even use the phone. The cleanness is just not good, some smells all around the hallway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pick your room wisely. Had me in a king room directly above a speakeasy that plays music until 1 a.m. for two out of four nights. Should just advertise it for people wanting to party down as it was a large room. Housekeeping, and front desk staff, no matter what time of day, were great, and very accommodating. Tons of amenities, and clean rooms. Proximity is close to beach and shopping. purchase earplugs if you draw the short straw.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Skylar Lynn, Cardiff by the Sea

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Holly

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is grossly misrepresented in media photos. The bar is cool and clearly a popular spot for tourists and locals alike. The accommodation spaces are filthy dirty, stained and unmaintained. The pool is ok. The location is a close walk off the main Waikiki strip, but the block between the White Sands and the strip is very smelly (garbage and dumpsters) and a popular smoking and sitting spot for unhoused locals. The room itself was musty and dirty; very musty. There was black mold in the shower tiles. Patio was unusable as it was directly over an alleyway and facing another apartment building. This is a hostel experience for Hawaiian resort prices!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Evlyn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve A

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, Barton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent. We loved RJ! He made us many coffees. The bar was super cute. The room was designed in a very cute way. We loved the location too!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The poolside and bar were very cool
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Landin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Ian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
$200 in valet fees, $140 in resort fees, plus a $200 hold on the card (that is still showing as a hold on my account over a day after checking out. Place had roaches. Its cute and the tiki bar is fun but the fees were more than the god damned stay at the hotel. Probably wont be back here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Seungone

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Phoebe

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Mercy

Fake advertisement, Jacusi doesnt work , no elevator.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026