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The Equus

3.5 star property

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Relax by the serene indoor pool surrounded by lush greenery and natural stone walls.
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Stunning hotel building with spacious balconies on each floor, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding cityscape.
Relax in our spacious lobby with comfortable seating, artwork, and a decorative mirror.
Relax with a drink at the hotel's welcoming bar, featuring a menu board, stools, and a bench.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Ala Moana Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hawaii Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Waikiki Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Equus

Hotel with an outdoor pool, a quick walk to Ala Moana Center
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Equus offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. 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)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Equus. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ala Moana Center. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at The Paniolo Bar & Cafe, a coffee shop with pool views
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a 24-hour business center, and a computer
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Ala Moana Center and Fort DeRussy Beach Park
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to noon.
The Paniolo Bar & Cafe - Overlooking the pool, this coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English

Property amenities

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 transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered parking on site (USD 35.39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site 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

Restaurants on site

  • The Paniolo Bar & Cafe

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

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

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

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.

Payment types at the property

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 25.95 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 35.39 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

The Equus Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Debby

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok but not what I expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Arvind

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has no elevator up to the 1st floor, all bags had to be carried
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

STUART, ROSEVILLE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free welcome drink.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC did not work initially, need few people to fix it. Otherwise..some are friendly. The hotel is old and need updating!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan, Lynnwood

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was a little difficult but the staff was fantastic and amazing. Big shout out to Linda who helped us through every step. The room was beautiful too and overall my fiancé and I had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guernica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks Best birthday ever.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were extremely nice and helpful! We had a good stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roaches
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dusty , dirty . They have roaches as well . Very mad and rude man was in front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have roaches
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Fun place!

We had a great office staff, Lincoln rearranged our reservation and made our stay fun. Ben , the bar tender was happy and attentive. Room was large, beds were comfy and we had 3 pillows per bed. Hotel was close to everything we wanted to do. Overall, I'd stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Roach hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They're very in to the sport Polo, so if you travel while Polo is being played, they'll help you aquire tickets if you'd like to check out the sport. Every staff member I encountered was wonderful and the room was very clean. I enjoyed the live music at the bar on saturday as well as just sitting and chatting with other patrons of the hotel. The hotel is a 7 minute walk to the Ala Moana mall, if shopping is your thing. There's also a bus that stops right outside the hotel if you don't wish to walk. They are all about supporting local and preserving our earth, as this hotel is one of the last locally owned hotels in Waikiki. I very much enjoyed my stay and will be returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rander

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bridgette

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was there for a conference and the location was perfect

10/10 Excellent

Saraiialii

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Greta

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was very quaint. Staff was friendly. The road noise was loud and there is no elavator from the street to the motel. So we had a friend that had both knees replaced so it was tuff on him getting up the steps and it was quite a few (I didn't count) and you had to carry your luggage up and down. They did get a staff member to help us get them up but leaving a guest helped us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms are a decent size, noisy at the time due to construction but not the hotels fault Very small parking for a handful of cars, be prepared to park elsewhere and walk
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025