Detailed review & photos “The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki”
- What is the appearance of the hotel? Check the entrance and reception
- What is the Mylani Tower Premier Ocean View Room like?
- Bathroom
- Closet and safe
- Mini bar and cafe
- Restaurants and shops in the hotel
- Facilities in the hotel
- Mailani Club Lounge
- Hotel Surroundings
- Staff and Guests
- Access
- Summary
Stay nights:1 night
# of people:1 person
"The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki," founded in 1927, is the third historic hotel in Honolulu. The pink exterior is famously known as the "Pacific Pink Palace." Waikiki Beach is also right in front of the hotel.
What is the appearance of the hotel? Check the entrance and reception
In addition to the main pink building, there was a 17-story Mylani Tower, which was renovated and reopened in April, 2015. I stayed in the Mylani Tower.
All rooms face the beach.
The Mylani Tower seen at night.
The hotel is built along the beach, but off the main street. This is the main entrance. There were trees and flowers planted around the entrance, creating a tropical atmosphere.
There was a round about at the entrance.
Entrance
There was a flower arrangement displayed at the entrance.
There were many shops lined up at the entrance.
The front desk was on the left side of the entrance. There was also a concierge desk across the front desk.
There was also a Marriott Bonvoy elite dedicated counter at the front desk.
The hotel seen from the Helmore Garden.
It is said that 800 palm trees were planted in this Helmore Garden when the hotel was built.
The hotel seen from the beach.
The hotel seen at night.
There was a gorgeous and relaxing space at the lobby on the beach side.
A pathway leading to the Mylani Tower.
You can check in at the front desk in the Mylani Tower.
1st floor elevator hall
Guest room floor elevator hall
Guest room floor corridor
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What is the Mylani Tower Premier Ocean View Room like?
Guest room entrance door
There was a full length mirror on the right and a bathroom on the left.
The room is 32 square meters and not very big, but the interior was simple and calm with a refreshing impression. The room was kept clean and the ocean view took my breath away.
The bed was king size and very big. There were four pillows and a red cushion prepared on the bed.
Reading light on the head board.
There was a memo set and a phone on this side of the bed.
On the other side was an alarm, outlet and a USB port.
There was water and chocolate on the table after the turndown service.
TV across the bed and a chest to store belongings.
There was a chair with an ottoman by the window.
The room seen from the window.
There was a veranda.
There was a sofa on the veranda, so I was able to enjoy the view of the ocean and the sound of waves while sitting and relaxing.
I could see the pink building on the right.
If I looked down I could see the outdoor pool billow.
The view from the veranda was just amazing!
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Historic Room Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view This double room features a bathrobe, seating area and dining area. | Check details » | |
Mailani Tower Ocean King, Tower Lounge access level, King This double room has a balcony, air conditioning and dining area. | Check details » | |
Mailani Tower Ocean Dbl, Tower Lounge access level, 2 Double This double room features a balcony, iPod dock and seating area. | Check details » | |
Historic Garden King, Guest room, King, Garden view This double room has a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and iPod dock. | Check details » |
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Bathroom
There was a bathtub with a shower, sink, toilet and a closet in the bathroom.
The bathtub was not very deep, but I was able to stretch my legs and relax.
The shower was a removable hand shower with a strong enough water pressure.
Shower, conditioner and body soap were prepared by the shower.
There was also a bar of soap.
Toilet by the bathtub.
The toilet had a washlet function.
Towels were prepared above the toilet.
There was only one sink, but the counter was spacious.
Amenities were prepared on the sink. There was a toothbrush set, body cream, shower cap, cotton & swab, and facial cleanser. All amenities were of a Hawaiian brand called Marie Organics.
Hair dryer
Bath towels and extra roles of toilet paper were prepared under the sink.
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Closet and safe
The sink was behind the sink. Pink bathrobes were hanging in the closet.
Iron and ironing board
Slippers
The safe was stored in a shelf next to the TV.
There was plenty of space to store valuables inside.
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Mini bar and cafe
There was a counter for the cafe corner ext to the bathroom. There was a coffee machine, electric kettle, cups, two bottles of free mineral water, coffee and tea.
Hawaiian Royal Kona Coffee
Ice pale and glasses under the desk.
There was a fridge, but nothing was inside it.
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Restaurants and shops in the hotel
There were a couple of restaurants in the hotel and I will introduce you to some of them.
“Mai Tai Bar” on the beach was crowded. I recommend trying the mai-tai cocktail at this bar.
A seafood restaurant called “Azure” next to the beach. Every morning the seafood are bought at the Hawaii Fish Market.
“Royal Hawaiian Bakery” on the 1st floor. This is the first independent bakery in Oahu to be used by non-hotel guests.
There was also a store called “Marie Organics” which also sells hotel amenities.
There were many shops to visit in the hotel.
Popular Room Types
Historic Room King, Guest room, 1 King, No view This double room has a iPod dock, cable TV and seating area. | Check details » | |
Historic Room Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view This double room features a bathrobe, seating area and dining area. | Check details » | |
Mailani Tower Ocean King, Tower Lounge access level, King This double room has a balcony, air conditioning and dining area. | Check details » | |
Mailani Tower Ocean Dbl, Tower Lounge access level, 2 Double This double room features a balcony, iPod dock and seating area. | Check details » | |
Historic Garden King, Guest room, King, Garden view This double room has a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and iPod dock. | Check details » |
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Facilities in the hotel
The hotel had a heated pool “Marulani Pool” overlooking the beach. There was a jacuzzi in the back. This pool is small, but Royal Hawaiian guests can also use the nearby Sheraton Hotel’s Helmore Playground Pool. There is a waterslide at the Sheraton pool, so families with children may enjoy it more.
“My Tie Bar” is on the beachfront and you can order drinks here.
The hotel also had a private beach. This beach is located right in the middle of Waikiki Beach. There are many chairs with parasols on the beach that you can use freely.
The beach was crowded even after sundown.
A fitness center available 24 hours a day.
There was also a spa called the “Abhasa Spa.”
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Mailani Club Lounge
There was a club lounge that only Milani Tower guests can use. You can only enter the lounge with your room key.
You an have free breakfast and dinner here.
17:00 to 18:00 alcohol such as beer and cocktails were provided.
The menu changed daily.
I was able to enjoy my drink while feeling the nice tropical breeze.
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Hotel Surroundings
The hotel is located in the center of Waikiki, so there are many other hotels and shopping centers nearby. Of course, Waikiki Beach is right in front of the hotel, so you can go to the beach when ever you like.
Royal Hawaiian Center
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Staff and Guests
The staff were all very nice. This hotel is popular with Japanese tourists, so I saw many Japanese. There were also many guests coming from the United States.
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Mailani Tower Ocean King, Tower Lounge access level, King This double room has a balcony, air conditioning and dining area. | Check details » | |
Mailani Tower Ocean Dbl, Tower Lounge access level, 2 Double This double room features a balcony, iPod dock and seating area. | Check details » | |
Historic Garden King, Guest room, King, Garden view This double room has a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and iPod dock. | Check details » |
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Access
It is about 30 minutes by car from Honolulu Airport to Royal Hawaiian. From Kalakaua Avenue, this hotel is at the same entrance as the next Sheraton Waikiki.
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Summary
I had a nice stay at the “Royal Hawaiian.” Although it is a hotel located in the center of Waikiki, hotel is surrounded by nature, and unlike the busy city, I was able to relax in a quiet environment. The inside of the hotel was like a museum where you can enjoy the history of Hawaii. Guests can use the “Hellmore Playground” at the adjacent sister hotel Sheraton Waikiki. That pool is the largest pool in Waikiki with a water slide, so I think families with kids can have a good time.
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Popular Room Types
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Historic Room Double, Guest room, 2 Double, No view This double room features a bathrobe, seating area and dining area. | Check details » | |
Mailani Tower Ocean King, Tower Lounge access level, King This double room has a balcony, air conditioning and dining area. | Check details » | |
Mailani Tower Ocean Dbl, Tower Lounge access level, 2 Double This double room features a balcony, iPod dock and seating area. | Check details » | |
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