Island retreat steps from Ala Moana Beach Park combines convenience with relaxation, offering easy access to Hawaii's iconic shores and premier shopping
The Central YMCA Residences puts travelers within walking distance of famous beaches and the Hawaii Convention Center. Guests can do laundry on-site, relax on outdoor furniture, and use in-room WiFi. It's an ideal base for exploring Honolulu's attractions.
Located in Ala Moana, a neighborhood in Honolulu, Central YMCA Residences is near a metro station and near the beach. Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ala Moana Beach Park and Waikiki Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Honolulu Zoo. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Honolulu travel guide
401 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu, HI, 96814
What's nearby
Ala Moana Center
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Hawaii Convention Center
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Ala Moana Beach Park
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Waikiki Beach Walk
3 min drive - 1.5 km
Royal Hawaiian Center
3 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station
27 min drive
Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL)
24 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks
9 min walk
Assaggio
6 min walk
Mahaloha Burger
8 min walk
The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood
2 min walk
Starbucks
1 min walk
About this property
Central YMCA Residences
Hotel near Hawaii Convention Center
Located close to Ala Moana Center and Ala Moana Beach Park, Central YMCA Residences provides laundry facilities and 8 restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Self parking (surcharge), a water dispenser, and a vending machine
Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Outdoor furniture, bicycle parking, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 115 rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Wardrobes/closets, portable fans, and limited housekeeping
Covered self parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Covered extended parking on site (USD 35 per week)
Limited onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
8 restaurants
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Bicycle storage
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (weekly)
Outdoors
Direct access to the beach
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Covered self parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)
Covered extended parking fee: USD 35 per week
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Property Registration Number 99-0073533
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Central YMCA Residences Hotel
Central YMCA Residences Honolulu
Central YMCA Residences Hotel Honolulu
Frequently asked questions
Is Central YMCA Residences pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Central YMCA Residences?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central YMCA Residences on Mar 7, 2026 start from CA $226, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 10 per day. Extended parking is available for USD 35 per week. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Central YMCA Residences?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Central YMCA Residences?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Central YMCA Residences located?
Located in Ala Moana, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Hawaii Convention Center and Ala Moana Center. Ala Moana Beach Park and Waikiki Beach Walk are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Central YMCA Residences Reviews
6.8
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6.0
Cleanliness
5.8
Amenities
8.0
Staff & service
5.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 181 reviews
10 - Excellent
55
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 181 reviews
8 - Good
34
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 181 reviews
6 - Okay
38
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 181 reviews
4 - Poor
23
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 181 reviews
2 - Terrible
31
Reviews
8/10 Good
Tureiti
Dec 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location was great, single room was clean, but the location was the best feature for YMCA residences.
Tureiti
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Rachel
Jan 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
In general it was awesome the staff is very nice, but the building is very run down so it is what it is. You can't go wrong with the location.
Rachel
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jang Woon
Dec 30, 2025
Great place to be for those who in need of place to sleep affordably. Sure it is not for everyone but certainly there will be people who will greatly appreciate a place like this. YMCA is doing great service to our community. Thank you YMCA.
Jang Woon
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
thomas
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
staff very good people location
thomas
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Fu Shing
Jan 2, 2026
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ok safe good staff no issue
Fu Shing
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
John
Sep 24, 2025
Nice location nice hospitality rooms are nice got a good night's sleep
John
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda
Dec 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Parking was easy and convenient. The Central YMCA is across from Ala Moana shopping center which has everything you could possibly need. It is also huge and confusing. The Y was a blessing. Accommodations in the area are exorbitant so finding a reasonable place was a relief. It’s an old building so it’s a bit dingy but a private room, a place to sleep… that’s all I needed.
Linda
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
BRENDA
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff here was extremely welcoming. Definitely satisfied with my stay. The parking was $10, spent the difference on food and shopping- very quiet dorm-like floor.
I have stayed at, and continue to stay at this property because of its no frills rooms, great location, and privacy. Accommodation in Honolulu is extremely expensive, and this property is affordable for all travelers. Anytime I’m traveling through Honolulu on the way to my destination, I choose this property.
YMCA is not a stay like a hotel, nor a motel, not a hostel. This place is predominantly a community shelter and youth cheap option, considering the advantage of be in a very central position. The cleaning is definitely poor, but staff do their best to make this a better place every day. Lots of community initiatives promoting to give a safe healthy space to live, with affordable pricing to those ones most disadvantaged.
Not a standard business trip stay but fits the bil
Not a standard business trip stay, but Honolulu was overbooked and YMCA fit the bill. Location is amazing. Facilities very simple but adequate, and staying there felt like contributing to a community, rather than a random hotel company.
the one women who works there is very nice and she gave people tours of the building and was so friendly. Would definitely stay there again can’t wait to see the remodel
Gweneth
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Douglas
Oct 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room. NO air conditioning. Had a fan. They had trouble finding a key to a room. The building outside the room is old and dingy. There are a variety of people that are at the lower end of the scale, this is a place where people go who can't afford better. Staff were nice and friendly. They require a security check based on your ID, they check a database for sex offenders.
Huge mall (Ala Moana) that is very nice right across the street. 3 lunch trucks right next door. City buses are excellent, you can take one to Waikiki Beach. Ala Moana Beach park is close.
affordable accommodation, private room, close to the beach, easy parking , very friendly staff.
Thank you
Eva
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel
Apr 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have stayed at this property before, and while it definitely could use some new paint (I say this in a kind way because the place is great for short stays), this time when I returned they were refurbishing certain parts of the building and it’s looking nicer and nicer. It’s not a 5 star resort, so if you don’t go in expecting luxury you’ll be pleasantly surprised. The people who work there are great and I’d absolutely stay there again!
Daniel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Kristina
Sep 21, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It's Fun to Stay at the YMCA
YMCA offers affordable safe housing for people who may not have the ability to get conventional housing for whatever reason. I stayed here until my apartment was ready. It was an affordable flexible alternative to the high price hotels that surround it. The building is aged, but patched together like an heirloom quilt offering warmth and comfort. The staff are just as charming. Coffee and water in the lounge, and washer and dryer on the 5th floor. Not to mention you are in the heart of the busy downtown area. Shopping, restaurants, and of course the crystal clear ocean. You get to experience Hilton's Friday night fireworks without paying Hilton prices. Also the food trucks outside your door. You have privacy in your room, shared bathroom, but if you are a young explorer this is a good alternative to vacation on a dime. Don't sleep on the YMCA, instead sleep at the YMCA.