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  • 4/5 Alexandra D. 2 years ago on Google
    We spent there 4 nights and really liked it. The location is great. Tons of restaurants and shops within walking distance and stepping out of the hotels there’s a gorgeous view of the mountains. Staff is super nice, friendly and helpful! It’s not a huge hotel so it feels more like home, not a standoffish establishment like many others. The cleaning staff is very effective too—we found our rooms very clean and organized. The room was quite spacious and had a little kitchen with basic equipment that’s perfect to make breakfast or even lunch/dinner. There was a big table with chairs too. The beds were very comfy and big (one queen and one king bed). The room also had a balcony with a small table and two chairs. It looked to the city so in the morning/evening there’s a nice city view. Parking is free! It’s a first come first serve basis but we always found a spot.
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  • 5/5 Jacinda K. 7 months ago on Google
    We had a wonderful stay at the Ilima. All of the conveniences of an airBnB but in a hotel room. It was centrally located with an easy one minute walk to shopping and restaurants, clean, nicely appointed, has free hotel parking (a huge plus), a full kitchen and in-building laundry. The bathroom is not updated and could use more counter space. But the rest of the room makes up for it. Our room had a King and Double, perfect for our family stay. The deck had incredible sunrise views overlooking the canal and hills. Love the pop of pink. Kitchen is equipped with a full fridge w/freezer, microwave, place settings for 4, knives/cutting board (hello pineapple!), toaster, coffee maker, 2 burner stove. Everything worked well. We would stay here again. Be sure not to miss the lobby art! It’s something!
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  • 3/5 A S. 2 months ago on Google • 96 reviews New
    The hotel offers complimentary parking on a first-come, first-served basis. The rooms are spacious and equipped with a kitchenette. Our main complaint is that we occasionally detected cigarette smoke in the room, as if someone nearby was smoking and the smoke entered through the vents. Given our stay on the upper floors, it couldn't have been from the street but seemed to originate within the hotel. Another issue was the shower in the bathroom, which only had a trickling flow.
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  • 5/5 Ricky V. 3 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    Our week-long stay at Ilima Hotel in Waikiki with our family of 8 was awesome! The place is super clean and has a modern vibe. The WiFi didn't give us any trouble, and the beds, though a bit on the firm side, were surprisingly comfy. We went all out and snagged the penthouse, which turned out to be a great move. Picture this: one room with a king-size bed, another with two full beds we cleverly pushed together to make a queen, and a third room with a queen and a full bed. The living room was so spacious and perfect for our family hang outs. Bonus points for a fully stocked kitchen, complete with dishes and utensils and even a rice cooker. Oh, and did I mention the washer-dryer combo? Major win! The hotel staff was super nice, and our ocean views were on point. The pool, tucked away in the back, wasn't exactly a tropical paradise, but who cares when you're a short 10-minute walk from the best beach spots? Plus, loads of restaurants around for those lazy evenings. Oh and a heads up, the parking spots were readily available but on the tighter side , so maneuver carefully. But overall, Ilima Hotel made our family getaway a breeze! 🌴
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  • 5/5 Kalia M. 2 years ago on Google
    We stayed here for 10 days. Location is great. Near everything you need, mall, food court, beach. Service was amazing. Very friendly, helpful, and amazing service. Everyone was so nice and attentive, from the front desk, janitors, and cleaning ladies. I would definitely stay here again. Affordable price and FREE PARKING! THANK YOU Karen for helping us with the booking.
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  • 5/5 L S. 7 months ago on Google
    This is a great spot, I've stayed here a couple times over the years. Clean, spacious rooms. I love the bright pink wall. Close to the international market and about a 15 min walk to the beach. The best part is the lovely staff, can't speak highly enough of them. I always look forward to my stays.
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  • 5/5 Mack A. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent location, only a short walk to Waikiki and the beach. We had an older room, but we enjoyed it. Room is spacious. Had a full kitchen which is great if you're saving some $ eating in. Free parking is another good perk.
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  • 5/5 Katie W. 2 years ago on Google
    I can't say enough great things about the hotel! I canceled my reservation at another hotel after spending a few days here and have a total stay of 25 days. First, all the folks at the front desk are amazing, friendly, and helpful and were great at helping me with a complicated booking. Add to that a large room with the perfect amount of furniture and kitchenette to be a home away from home. I loved spending my evening on my lanai and the hotel is perfectly situated to walk to bars, restaurants, markets, and the beach. And free parking! I'll be staying at the Ilima hotel whenever I am in Honolulu.
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  • 4/5 Becky G. 4 months ago on Google • 346 reviews
    This was a nice enough hotel. Walking distance to shopping, food and beach. The street below becomes very active and noisy during the night which carried up to our room. Parking available first come first serve so be aware if you are out for the day you may not be able to park at your hotel. Loved the mini kitchen. Shared room is very tight with no ceiling light.

  • 4/5 Kurt 2 years ago on Google
    Our family really enjoyed our stay here. The rooms are really spacious. We stayed in the two bedroom and also had a chance to stay in the penthouse. The two bedrooms were a nice size with a decent living room that also had a murphy bed. This room would comfortably sleep 6. It was really nice having a kitchen with a decent size fridge. The penthouse has just been remodeled and is very roomy for a family. The kitchen had all new glass top range, full size fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, and toaster. The dining area was roomy enough to seat 6-8 at the table. The living room has a very nice sectional sofa that also pulls out to a bed. There is a bedroom with a king size that is behind sliding doors that can be opened up to make the living area truly spacious. A second bedroom has two twins, at the opposite end of the unit is an open room with a king and a queen beds. That end of the unit also has a sink and full size fridge. There are two full baths with jetted tubs. In the main hall of the penthouse there is a stacked washer and dryer (key for families). We stayed here with our 7 kids (18-4yrs) and never felt cramped. There is also a large sundeck on this level for the penthouse. The penthouse offers an enjoyable peekaboo view of the ocean and sunsets and a great opportunity to see the nightlife and city lights. The hotel itself is located less than a block from the International Marketplace and immediately accessible to shopping and so many restaurants and bars. A walk to the beach is less than 10 minutes away. It is an older property, but they are remodeling and the new rooms are very nice. The pool area is small, and during the pandemic they require reservations that are made with the front desk for one hour blocks. There was never really an issue making reservations for a time to use the pool. It seemed to be open quite a bit. The parking stalls are a bit tight but manageable. It was very nice to have parking on property. Lastly, the staff was really nice. They were very personable and friendly. We really felt that they always tried to take great care of us. They were always eager to help resolve any issue and try to provide what we needed. Overall I think this hotel is a great value. The renovated rooms are nice, the location is convenient, and the staff really makes for an enjoyable stay.
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  • 4/5 Alessandra6394 1 year ago on Google
    We were there 7 years ago for our honeymoon. We absolutely loved it. The staff is so friendly and the amenities were what we needed. We wanted to comeback with our daughter in the summer of 2020 but unfortunately with the pandemic that didn’t happen. We hope to get back there as soon as we can with life not getting in the way. Would recommend this place to all our friends and family.
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  • 5/5 Jenny S. 1 year ago on Google
    First time in Oahu and couldn't be happier with our choice to stay here. The rooms are large, have everything you need, and we had a lovely view of the canal and mountains. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location is fantastic, a quiet street and a very easy walk into central Waikiki and the beach.
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  • 5/5 SRT W. 1 year ago on Google
    The staff is always friendly and helpful. With the new renovations the rooms receive a 5 star. Love having a kitchen. I have stayed here for many years and the location and staff help make this hotel an excellent choice. Not on the beach but easy walking to it. Quieter than some other hotels on the main streets. Lovely balcony and large rooms.
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  • 5/5 Sarah C. 1 year ago on Google
    I’m giving this hotel 5 stars for the wonderful staff and really relaxing atmosphere. Some of the rooms have been renovated and some are a bit shabby but the hotel itself was delightful and super friendly. I especially loved the pink balconies. Our room has lots of Hawaiian style bamboo furniture but maybe this will go with the renovations. The website warns of construction work but we only heard it once for about 20 minutes. The rest of the time the hotel was very peaceful. Location is perfect for beach, shops, restaurants, buses. If you like longer walking you can stroll all the way to the Diamond Head beaches or walk the other way along the canal towards Honolulu convention Center. The canal is said to be very polluted but I saw so many fish in there, including giant puffer fish, and they were friendly too!
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  • 5/5 Zachary C. 2 months ago on Google • 118 reviews New
    Free parking, friendly staff, dated decor, great location. You'll get a parking spot if you get to the hotel before 7pm. The hotel feels very old, with open air hallways, but the kitchen is updated. Roomtop deck available but limited in hours. Additional resort fee applies.

  • 5/5 Larisa F. 2 months ago on Google • 104 reviews New
    We stayed 5 nights in this hotel. Our room was very spacious. The pool is rather small. Location of the hotel is very convenient, just 10 min walk to the Waikiki beach and steps from the canal.

  • 5/5 D K. 2 months ago on Google • 31 reviews New
    Have stayed here several times for weeks at a time. Large rooms, not fancy, but clean, comfortable and quiet. Have to be aware of the bar just down the road. Hope it’s gone some day soon. Free parking awesome.

  • 5/5 Tawny B. 2 years ago on Google
    The parking was a little tight but there were pickup trucks parked in there too so there was room. It was great just to have their free parking because it was expensive to park. The pool was a little small - luckily we had to reserve time because our family of 5 took up half the pool, comfortably. The furniture was comfortable. We had a room on the 6th floor with a view of the canal. It was actually a very nice view. A higher floor would have had spectacular view of the mountains and canal. We also had a room on the 15th floor. That had a view of the city and partial ocean. It was a great view of nightlife & shopping. The staff was so nice. The rooms and linens were very clean. In fact, the towels were soft, not stiff. There wasn't any conditioner - the shampoo said it was conditioning. I think they should get actual conditioner. The sea salt is drying to hair and skin. The kitchen was fully equipped, a little dated but clean. I expected to see a roach or two but we saw NONE. Trust me, we looked. This place is definitely a five star for people on a budget with kids. It's not luxurious but that's not our style. It was clean and comfortable.

  • 5/5 James P. 2 years ago on Google
    Great location. Maybe a bit outdated but clean and comfortable. There is limited parking but enough for most, especially during Covid. Very affordable for the area.

  • 5/5 Dave A. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice clean hotel, nice staff, convenient location for a short walk to the beach, restaurants or shops. Nice little mini kitchen. One con is the limited parking. Some spots are super tight- we always found a spot, but some were tricky to get in and out of, and some were probably too small for my tiny 2 seat roadster back home. Overall a nice pleasant stay.

  • 5/5 denise K. 2 years ago on Google
    We stayed here from July 28 - July 31. Staff was exceptional! They provided tips for the surrounding area, accommodated our requests. The hotel is older, but that means the rooms were very large. in a great location, kitchenette in both rooms, hotel practiced safe protocols for COVID, and very clean. Highly recommend!

  • 3/5 David R. 2 years ago on Google
    Rooms are very outdated and need a lot of maintenance/repainting. Not a bad option for the low price since it has free parking but need to be comfortable with a poorly maintained hotel room. Staff are friendly is a positive.

  • 4/5 Goldenixvi 5 months ago on Google
    The ILima Hotel is less than a 5 min walk to the beach! Great places to eat and shop are just around the corner. All the employees were incredible. Additionally, the hotel offers a free class making kukui nut leis on Wednesdays. The rooms give a retro barbie vibe. I really liked the kitchenette. However, the bathrooms were dated and reminded me of hospital bathrooms. Lastly, the resort fee is a little high. However, they do offer free parking (first come, first served). The video of my room will be on my YouTube page, Adventures Avec Ahsia, shortly.

  • 5/5 Tanya C. 5 months ago on Google
    (+) Pros: Location, Price, Friendlessness, Cleanliness (-) Cons: Outdated Rooms, Cramp Parking I stayed here for a week in August 2021, when there were still some pandemic restrictions ( although it has been more relaxed compared to earlier in the same year). Location: This hotel is located in Waikiki, the heart of tourism in Honolulu. This hotel is near many popular places - including Maguro Brothers (sashimi & poke), Marugame Udon, Kona Coffee Purveyors, Basalt (get the charcoal buttermilk pancakes!), Heavenly Island Lifestyle, International Market Place, etc. It takes around 10 minutes to walk to Waikiki Beach. The only con is that there is a small tattoo parlor and bar on Nohonani St., which I did feel a bit hesitant to walk past at night. Price: For the area, this hotel is a good option for budget-friendly travelers who don’t want to shell out a few hundred dollars a day on a beach-front hotel. Please note that there was a $27.45/night resort fee. Service: The staff at the hotel is amazing! I have stayed at nicer hotels, but some haven’t even come as close to the service here. Cleanliness: Housekeeping services were provided every day without any prior request. I was immensely surprised at how clean it was considering the limited time they had during the day. Rooms: When I stayed, the room was clean, albeit a bit outdated, but it looks like based on the recent reviews, they have done some remodeling. The beds were large and comfortable to sleep in. Compared to other hotels I was searching in the same area, this hotel has a kitchenette ( including a fridge, microwave, sink, coffee machine, and burners). They had more kitchen utensils in stock than I expected. However one morning, I smelled and heard a nearby occupant making breakfast. My room has a balcony with a view of the city, but I rarely go there because the furniture isn’t that pleasant to see. If you’re lucky/paid more, you can get great views of the mountains. Parking: There is limited free parking. The staff will provide a parking pass to hang in your car throughout your stay. As long as you come back and park around 5:00 P.M., you should be able to find a parking spot. If you arrive later, you will need to pay for parking nearby. I would recommend renting a compact car because the parking spaces were a tad narrow. All in all, I would come back here again if I ever visited Honolulu.

  • 4/5 Lanie A. 5 months ago on Google
    Rooms were older but still okay. Our bathroom had a leak in the ceiling above the bathtub. A little bothersome but that happened on the latter half of our stay. Very friendly staff but last cleaner on our last day there was not sufficiently trained, the rest of the days were awesome. Location was a bit noisier due to being walking distance to the shopping amenities.

  • 4/5 April C. 5 months ago on Google
    We stayed for 10 days this summer. The service was very good. Our room was big and clean. Unfortunately they didn't tell me that from our lanai,we can watch the fireworks on Friday night. We were not aware of that until we heard the fireworks sound,and opened the curtain! Wow,What a surprise! Best anniversary trip ever!

  • 5/5 Vasily I. 2 years ago on Google
    Dated, but amazing! Hidden gem of the Waikiki! Fairly dated, but extremely cozy and sparkling clean! If you're looking for something luxurious and modern - skip this place, but if you're into Hawaiian-style furniture, 80x decor, and extremely warm hospitality, then you've just found the right place to stay! The beds were extremely comfy, the room was spacious having two beds, two tables, four chairs, and a couple of bedside tables! But the most amazing part is the lanai (balcony). At first, we were assigned to the 11th-floor city view room (1103) and it was pretty good, but kind of noisy because of garbage trucks picking up bins at 8.30 am and traffic starting to spike around 6.00 am. And we asked to change room to the mountain view one. Thanks to Karen, we were moved to the 15th floor with an amazing view of the Ala Moana canal and the mountains! Now every morning we were waking up not because of the noise at 6.00 am, but to enjoy the sunrise above the mountains! That was the most incredible view from the hotel room in my experience! There was also free parking on premises (first come first served) and you can also park along the canal. Commute to the beach was pretty short - just follow the narrow street market after you made the traffic light crossing and you're almost at the Waikiki Beach (5-7 min walk). There are plenty of convenience stores and cafes nearby (we liked KUNO's). Would be great to include free beach towels/chairs as a part of the resort fee. WiFi connection was so-so (WebEx and Zoom with video might be an issue to make). Old AC units might be quite noisy for some travelers.

  • 5/5 Zulie R. 1 year ago on Google
    We loved our stay at Ilima Hotel! The staff is incredibly nice and accommodating, the rooms are sparkly clean and the location is just a few blocks from the water. We didn’t experience any days where parking was an issue except on Sunday night when we were getting our luggage we noticed the lot was full so I’d recommend arriving early to your hotel on weekends to get a spot. The resort fee was about $27 per day and I believe that includes the coffee, towels and parking. To add, the kitchenette is a great deal if you want to cook while on vacation and save some money on food.

  • 5/5 Piyush K. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good hotel with kitchen facilities. Wonderful and courteous staff. Highly recommended to stay along with kids and family. Only few mins distance from awesome Waikiki downtown and other popular beaches!

  • 5/5 Sarah H. 4 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    We stayed here in October, and had a great time. Staff was friendly and helpful, the rooms were large, comfortable beds, and LOVED the kitchenette. A touch dated, but really clean, and super good price for the area. Good restaurants and not far to Waikiki beach. I appreciated the free parking, but a heads up: we drove a minivan and while parking was doable it was a TIGHT fit and definitely a two person job to squeeze in. Parking was limited, and filled up quickly in the evenings, but free parking was hard to find anywhere else so no complaints there! Would definitely recommend!

  • 5/5 D3n 1 year ago on Google
    Stayed for a week. The staff were wonderful. Very responsive and welcoming. The rooms were nice but a little dated. Beach is a 10 minute walk away. It's definitely a great option if your looking to stay in Waikiki but are not concerned about being right on the beach.

  • 5/5 Marsha J. 1 year ago on Google
    Stayed a night here after spending the previous 4 nights at a hotel literally 5 time as expensive. I could have stayed the whole time here and had a great time. It is about a half mile from the beach, but it is surrounded by fun shopping and delicious eating places that are less expensive than what you get closer to the beach. There was a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and it was stopped with plates bowls cups utensils toaster and pots and pans. And it was super clean!

  • 5/5 Chad S. 2 years ago on Google
    I give 5 stars for value. We like a hotel with a more 'comfortable' feel to it and the ILIMA is wonderful. You can tell the hotel was designed and built with the convenience of the guest and not the builder in mind. For example you step right off the elevator into the guest laundry. Comfortable beds, clean and the staff is very responsive. Free parking, a nice balcony with a full kitchen surrounded by resorts and easy walking to anywhere. Alot to like.

  • 5/5 Jesse L. 1 year ago on Google
    Third time to Hawaii and although this was the cheapest hotel of the three trips this was my favorite hotel of all. The room I was was large, very clean and towels were great thick large towels. Staff was friendly and helpful, laundry room in hotel and even had a small pool for the kids to enjoy. This will definitely be my choice when I come to Honolulu. Hotel has a great location and although it’s a older hotel this place is a gem with its kitchenettes. Thank you staff for being so accommodating to me and my large family. Truly enjoy this experience as I sit on your balcony writing this

  • 5/5 Kimberly P. 1 year ago on Google
    The atmosphere is really relaxed for as many rooms. I felt very welcome, every time I came or left the front desk acknowledged me and was very helpful. The room was perfect, loved the kitchen and patio. The couch was extremely hard, and it was also a pull out and my step daughter had to sleep on it and was very uncomfortable. The location is great. Hope to stay again in the future.

  • 4/5 Alex R. 1 year ago on Google
    The hotel staff was among the friendliest for all the hotels I've visited in the 43 states I've been to, the rooms were clean, the view was solid, and the location is highly desirable. Even though my wife and I rented a car, we really only used the car for 2 days of our week-long stay. The only gripe I have is so negligible that 99% of people viewing this wouldn't see a problem. As fitness is a value of mine, having only a treadmill and bike in the fitness center was a miss for me. The included sauna is pretty fantastic though.

  • 5/5 Darlene D. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful experience. Room was very clean and comfortable with kitchen amenities. Bright and cheery. Close to action. Staff was top notch. Highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for an enjoyable stay in a friendly environment. We would definitely stay again on a return trip to Oahu.

  • 4/5 Katelyn A. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good for the price. Staff were very friendly and helpful with directions and recommendations for the area. My only complaint was that the pool was always very cold, there is no heater for it. But it's okay when you can just walk less than ten minutes to Waikiki beach. Definitely a good choice for a hotel if you're on a budget. ✌️


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