Jul 25, 2010

Where to stay in Waikiki ~ Outrigger Waikiki Hotel

 Where to stay in Waikiki ~ Outrigger Waikiki Hotel 

Outrigger Waikiki Hotel General description:

The Outrigger Waikiki Hotel is one of the 3 most “clicked” hotels in our Waikiki map; originally erected in 1967 the well known local hotel is also the home of “Duke’s” probably the best known and most popular restaurant and bar in Waikiki. With over 500 rooms, the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel has been the flagship property for the Outrigger Hotels in Waikiki for a long time. Extensive renovations over the years have kept this hotel in top condition and it’s unbeatable location on the beach front has attracted millions of visitors over the years. 

What we like about the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel:

• Location, location, location, nothing is “really” far from the center of Waikiki and you can walk to this point from every Waikiki Hotel but at the end of the day, when people go out for a walk after a full day of beach and tours, they all gravitate to this area.

What you may not like about the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel:

• The beach in front of the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel is not very wide and that can be a little disappointing if you are planning to spend time on the beach. Of course there are plenty of beautiful wide, deserted or sparsely visited beaches on other parts of the island; unfortunately there are no hotels near by. Considering this, you may want to look into staying in a hotel across the street form this one, like the Beachcomber that has the same star rating, the same quality but you do not pay the “ocean front” premium and you are in the same general area.
• Parking at the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel is expensive, even if you are a guest but then again, all hotels in Waikiki charge for parking.
• The swimming pool is adequate but not as big as some people would like for a hotel of this category, which is another Waikiki signature since many hotels in the area have a similar problem.