The Equus hotel brings the warmth of Hawaii to your stay with an on-site restaurant serving breakfast, pool views, and a bar. Relax by the outdoor pool or unwind at the coffee shop/cafe while enjoying beach towels and helpful staff.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Bar
Parking available
Air conditioning
Pool
Main amenities (12)
Weekly housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Beach umbrellas
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Self parking
Pool bar
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour business centre
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Terrace
Coffee/tea maker
The current price is AU$259
AU$259
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
27 reviews
(27 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
36 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
38 reviews
(38 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
30 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
32 reviews
(32 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
37 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 25 min drive
Kapolei, HI (JRF-Kalaeloa) - 33 min drive
Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station - 28 min drive
Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 34 min drive
Restaurants
Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Lagoon - 7 min walk
Tropics Bar & Grill - 7 min walk
Tapa Bar - 7 min walk
GOOFY Cafe & Dine - 4 min walk
Hilton - 7 min walk
About this property
The Equus
The Equus puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Ala Moana Center and Hawaii Convention Center. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The Paniolo Bar & Cafe, which serves breakfast. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a bar/lounge and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
68 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (aged 17 years old and younger) stay free per registered adult when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Parking
Covered on-site self-parking (USD 35.39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
On-site parking is limited
Off-site parking within 656 ft (USD 20 per day)
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Evening entertainment
Beach nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Segway hire/tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Porter/bellhop
Free pool cabanas
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Lift
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
42-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Mini fridge
More
Weekly housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
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Special features
Dining
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.
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Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 5.24 per accommodation, per stay
Resort fee: USD 25.95 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Business centre/computer access
Concierge service
Housekeeping
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Internet access (may be limited)
Pool access
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 per cent
Parking
Covered self-parking costs USD 35.39 per day with in/out privileges
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 20 per day (656 ft away)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Long-term renters welcome.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
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
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Equus offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Equus does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Equus?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Equus?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Equus?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 35.39 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Equus?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Equus and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, snorkelling and body boarding. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire. The Equus also has an outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Equus?
Yes, The Paniolo Bar & Cafe offers pool views.
What's the area around The Equus like?
The Equus is in Waikiki, a short 7-minute walk from Ala Moana Center and 17 minutes' walk from Waikiki Beach Walk. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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The Equus Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Location
Beach
Bed
Bar
Parking
Elevator
Lobby
Boutique hotel
What guests liked
The property offers a convenient location with many dining options within walking distance. (12 reviews)
The property is located very close to the beach with many guests mentioning it as a major advantage. (11 reviews)
Breakfast items were unique and yummy with great coffee and bagel options. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2025
Cozy and clean hotel, nice decor!
Beautiful room, very clean and convenient location
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 July 2025
Good value for its location
Very friendly staff. Their parking was more difficult than anticipated but the ended up accommodating us!
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2025
Great location for a pre cruise place to stay.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2025
Our stay was wonderful.
Tamera
Tamera, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
23 May 2025
Tired hotel, good location
This hotel is a little tired and is ready for a face lift. The staff was nice, helpful and friendly. The location was good, very close to Waikiki.
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2025
Property is close to a lot of things Rooms clean staff is nice.
Darline
Darline, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Staff were amazing, loved everyone.
Robert
Robert, 14-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
Awsome family and wonderful establishment.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Feb 2025
This is a good hotel and friendly staff.
Gloria
Gloria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Mar 2025
Nice place and fun bar!
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2025
I love this hotel. It is just as pictured. Everyone was so friendly. Room was great. Best of all was the bar. There was always someone hanging out. Fantastic boutique hotel.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 May 2025
Particularly convenient for conference centee
Large rooms, good showers and very convenient location for conference centre and Waikiki beach attractions. Slightly faded decor, and the pool is tiny and very shaded, but a nice little bar area and helpful and friendly staff
Gareth
Gareth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 June 2025
The Equus staff always is pleasant and go beyond what is expected. Exemplary service and friendliness. Olde boutique hotel in an excellent location to lots of things in downtown Honolulu and Waikiki. We will continue to use this as our go-to place to stay when we visit Oahu. Until next time...
Debbie
Debbie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2025
Super staff, nice bar
Love it
Frans
Frans, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2025
Great little spot close to things in Waikiki. Very clean and great little bar.
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
We loved staying here. Room was nice. The cafe/bar in the lobby was great and the staff were friendly and helpful. We used the bus to get around and the stop is very close.
Stacey
Stacey, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Feb 2025
Nice staff, hotel comfortable and basic
Irene
Irene, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Mar 2025
Loved the people and staff that worked ther e
Marco
Marco, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2025
Close to the beach
dmarkus
dmarkus, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Mar 2025
Enjoyed Hawaii! This hotel is beautiful and I love the free drink
Jameel
Jameel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Apr 2025
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
Amelia
Amelia, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Mar 2025
Staff was very welcoming and friendly. Not a lot of parking, but that was due to construction at the hotel.
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Feb 2025
Great location with multiple dining options. Friendly staff, easy check-in and great customer service! Highly recommend.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2024
Close to beach, staff was amazing, friendly and so helpful!
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
The Equus was a great location for my visit - I was walking distance to the Honolulu Convention Center and Ala Moana Shopping Center.