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Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309

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Enjoy a serene beachfront setting with a clear ocean view and access to the sandy beach.
Enjoy a serene view of the surrounding landscape from this balcony with a table and chairs.
Cozy retreat with a kitchenette, comfortable seating area, and a large bed with a decorative headboard.
Step into the Waikiki Grand Hotel's elegant lobby, featuring a grand staircase and modern design.
Compact kitchen area with a bed and basic amenities, including a microwave and a tiled backsplash.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2306 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309

Just 1 minute walk to the Beach & Ocean, Queen Kapiolani Park & Ocean Views from your private lanai.

Enjoy this 3rd floor tastefully decorated queen bed, balcony suite overlooking Honolulu Zoo, & Queen Kapiolani Park. Offers a well equipped kitchenette with apartment size fridge freezer and brand new A/C unit.
Close to the Bars and entertainment that Waikiki offers.
Our Pool is open year round 7am-10pm

Queen bed studio is close to the Bars and entertainment that Waikiki offers.

We are located just above Hulas Bar & Lei stand at The Waikiki Grand Hotel - Being a bar this unit will hear bar noise etc. and has been priced accordingly.

Property manager

Mark Howard

Languages

English, French, German, Japanese

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 306 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 260270310024, TA-084-798-0032-01, GE-084-798-0032-01

About the area

Map
Honolulu, HI

What's nearby

  • Honolulu Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Market Place - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 25 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lulu's Surf Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tikis Grill & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Eggs 'n Things - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waikiki apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Beach. International Market Place and Kaimana Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 32 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Irving

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in 309 right over night club which was extremely loud with thumping bass until 2am every morning. The place was quite dirty, the air conditioner blew right on head in bed. AC Filter needed changing. Balcony was very small with old table and chairs etc. It was also loud with traffic noise from quite early every morning. The last morning bathtub backed up and couldn’t take shower. Worst place we have ever stayed! The location was good close to beach and restaurants etc. but not a place we would book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tala

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property, close to the beach and stores and restaurants. It is above Hula's bar which can be loud some nights and really nice music or open mikes some nights. Our room was a VRBO and had everything we needed for 8 days except the microwave didn't work but we managed with pots and pans. Also, we only got a towel exchange once which was fine for the bathroom towels but beach towels every other day would have been better. View of the zoo and the ocean. Busy road out front but always entertaining to people watch and it quites down by 10:30pm.would stay in this building again.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location , one block from the beach , all my itineraries were close by , great hotel
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed being within walking distance to all the fun of Waikiki
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay! It had a beautiful view (its facing the zoo), easy check in/check out, less than a block from the beach, tons of shopping and restaurants close by, comfy bed, had everything we needed! We knew from reading reviews that it was over a bar, but with the ac running, it wasnt a big deal. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric G., Oakland, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The studio/property is close to the beach, the zoo, and all the shops and restaurants in Waikiki. And it was a great price, clean and had all the amenities that we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Phoebe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waikiki grand hotel

The location was perfect! Mahalo!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B., Honolulu, Hawaii (U.S.A.)

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and a great view

Very clean room, with a great view! Close to the beach and a park, Comfortable bed,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nicotra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tired and noisy property - top location!

As a fellow host I feel it's important to list pros and cons fairly to inform fellow travelers.Pros:- amazing location, right by some great surf spots- free parking very close by- well stocked apartment with plenty of towels and all the necessary amenities (including some very necessary ear plugs!)Cons:- very tired property, in desperate need of renovation. That goes for both the common areas (lobby, corridors etc) and the apartment itself (bath tub and curtains badly stained etc)- very noisy apartment, on the third floor just above a loud bar that has regular entertainment until late night and a noisy parking lot and street..- very small room, ideal for singles or intimate couples, as you won't get much privacy from each other - wall ac unit is quite old and very badly placed right next to your head when you're in bedHaving said that we still had a great time on the island, the apartment was a good enough base to explore the rest of the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax

Our room was the perfect location to the beach and activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly getaway

This little slice of heaven was just what mu husband and i needed. The check in process was easy, the apartment was clean and cute. It has a gorgeous view of the ocean and the zoo right off the balcony. We stayed for a week and were able to see so much due to its convenient location to everything! Wonderful stay, would do it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waikiki grand hotel

Great location. East Waikiki. From balcony could see Dimondhead behind zoo and to right beach / beautiful water. Enjoyed Hulus gay bay in hotel. All kinds of restaurants in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

business trip

The property had a good location and was as advertised but a little noisy with a bar right underneath.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The only issue was the bar which was one floor below the room. The issue will not stop me from staying at this location again. I recommend this hotel for anyone
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it - best location!

We absolutely loved our stay. The room was perfect for the two of us, and the location just couldn’t be beat. We were able to walk to diamond head, the beach, and anywhere in Waikiki without problem. The noise other reviews have stated was never too bad or an issue, but that could also be us just being young haha! The property manager was so kind and helpful as well. Totally recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accurate

The listing was very accurate. The bar downstairs is a little noisy but I just turned the TV on until I fell asleep. The bar is only open til 11 on week days so not that bad. The bed was comfortable and the location was great. If you have a vehicle be sure to reserve the parking garage spot or you'll be searching for a parking spot. The zoo is a great place to park after 8 pm. I'd definitely book this spot again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great property with exceptions

Really nice place. Clean, great location, and nice staff. The room was smaller then anticipated and the noise from the nightclub was overwhelming most nights for a few hours. We will stay here again, but not above the club. Even with good earplugs, the noise kept us awake.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Marycris B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Noisy

We’re right above a bar played music loud from 8 AM yesterday morning on a Sunday till 2 AM. We had a brush her teeth in the kitchen sink because there’s no filter and no water pressure in the so-called bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Decent place

Overall was a decent place to sleep. Very clean. As advertised in the listing it is directly above a popular bar that is rowdy until 2am. Thursday seemed to be the quiet night. However, I was not bothered by the noise from the bar I was more so bothered by the very thing sliding glass windows that did no justice in blocking out the city noise or the noise from those walking the sidewalk below the room. If quiet is your thing this place is not for you. The kitchen sink backed up several times while I was there and it was brought to the hosts attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Blair W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Decent, Needs More Work

Our first impression was how dirty the unit was. As soon as we walked in we could see the lack of cleaning. Between the cupboards, vents, floors, shower, and AC unit, it was noticeably dirty. It definitely needs more extensive cleaning. It was hard to relax and be comfortable with how dirty everything looked and felt. It was also very run down. The chairs on the patio they provided for us were fragile and broken when we arrived, so we had to bring the chairs from inside outside to sit on the patio and enjoy the view. The inside bar was also broken, couldn’t even be used really. The host responded to all my questions/concerns in a timely manner. Even sent up help when requested. No complaints there. The nightclub located under us really didn’t bother us at all, and we knew of it before hand. They even provided earplugs for those who need them. But with the TV on, we could hardly even tell. Overall not a terrible place to stay, it served its purpose for us. But we definitely won’t be coming back.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Brad

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location

Bad not terrible

I’ll start by saying Mark was very communicative and kind. However, this listing was not an enjoyable stay for my girlfriend and I. The unit is very loud with street noise all night, as well as being directly above a bar that plays loud music until 2:00 am. You can hear patrons and bass bumping all night. While we knew the unit would be small, we were surprised by the actual size compared to the photos, and the bed was very hard. Parking is also very difficult, as you must either pay $30 a day for the small lot they have ( if you’re lucky) or find street parking (if you’re lucky). If you want to be in the heart of the bustling downtown energy this is for you, but if you are looking to relax it might be a little bit tough at this place. We ended up booking a different hotel, even though we had payed for 2 more nights here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jamie S.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Accurate and cheap

This was accurate to the listing except there is actually more street noise that was more irritating than the bar noise below! The unit did not feel super clean and the floor on the balcony was very dirty. We were told our key code but the unit did not have a keypad and we had to check in at the desk to get a card. That was confusing! Parking is tight and I was glad I booked us a space for the stay. Lastly we had a couple walk into our unit with a key card on the second to last day. They had been assigned the same room that we had for one more night. I left message with the manager but never heard back. I realize We should have had the inside lock on. But we were also concerned if we had not been in the unit if someone could have taken anything they wanted!! We would not stay here again if we came back but it was a convenient location for getting around the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Erica W., Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

You get what you pay for

Mark was a good host and was very quick at responding! We enjoyed the location as it is close to the quieter end of the beach so you could get a great spot at any time of the day. They had some fun additions such as beach chairs and decorations for the room that added a nice touch. We wish it had been more clear in the ad the volume and amount of noise that we would hear from the street and the bar, as the street noise was loud at all times of the day, and the bar noise was very loud every night until 2am, starting at 11am on Saturday. This was extremely disruptive and made it hard to enjoy the stay. The place seemed relatively clean, but we noticed dried food on the cutlery and the sinks backed up and filled with dirt throughout our stay, which was concerning and seemed unsanitary as we were drinking the tap water which did not taste good (expect to buy bottled!). The suite was supposed to come with an iron and ironing board, and when I requested one I was told someone would bring one up which they never did. The check in process was also confusing as we were given a code to use for the suite door even though there was no keypad, and you had to use the keys the hotel provided. The place was alright at the end of the day and got us through our trip, but we wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice. Just a warning that this is directly above a bar with quite the nightlife. The balcony is right above the bars open wall. Fun but can be loud at night. I used my sound machine and was fine. Perfect location. So close to the beach and everything Waikiki has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARCO P.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024