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Aqua Marina Hotel

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2.5 of 5 stars 81 reviews
81 Reviews
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#77 of 86 hotels in Honolulu
Description: High-rise Hotel, modern facilities; situated one block from the beach, near shopping.
  • Address
    1700 Ala Moana Blvd
    Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars Based on 81 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 2.5 based on 48 reviews Rooms
    • 3 based on 45 reviews Service
    • 3 based on 48 reviews Value
    • 3 based on 48 reviews Cleanliness
    • 4 based on 10 reviews Pool
  • Recommended For:
    • 50% based on 55 reviews Young singles
    • 30% based on 55 reviews Families with young children
    • 30% based on 55 reviews Older travelers
    • 30% based on 55 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 20% based on 55 reviews An amazing honeymoon

Reviews of Aqua Marina Hotel

( 1-10 of 81 )
3 of 5 stars
Boston, MA
Jul 19, 2008

I just found a list I compiled when I stayed at the Aqua Marina: Pluses include... Location - not as central as some other hotels, but convenient and a little more civilized! On bus lines, within walking distance to Waikiki Beach, ABC Stores, restaurants, etc. Value - you simply can't beat the price! Ameneties - not luxury, but very practical.... more

5 of 5 stars
Tacoma,WA
Jul 8, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

If youre looking for a great hotel, the Aqua Waikiki Marina is "A diamond in the rough." The hotel staff is wonderful! Upon check in we were greeted by Kika and Jerome, they made the check in process very welcoming with the Aloha spirit! The night staff was also stellar, Clinton was very informative and guided my wife and I... more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales And Marketing

Thank you for your review and your recommendation. We are pleased to read that you have discovered our "Diamond in the Rough". Kika, Jerome, Ethan, Dominique and Clinton are pleased to do all they can to make your stay very enjoyable and all will look forward to welcoming you back. We appreicate your comments and look forward to offering our...

1 of 5 stars
Hon, Hi
Jul 7, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Boyfriend and I decided to spend our 4th of july in this hotel. The View was okay but we knew we couldn't see the firework from our room so we decided to walk it to ala moana. anywayz. the worst thing about this hotel was the elevator.Our cards wasn't working, so everytime we use it we have to wait for... more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales and Marketing

Thank you for your review. We apologize for the challenge you had with our elevator security/room key system. A re-issued key is sometimes necessary to resolve this problem. Glad you enjoyed the view. You might want to consider selecting our deluxe ocean view category next time with views of Diamond Head to the East and spectacular Sunset Views to the...

4 of 5 stars
Launceston
Jul 5, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I was quite apprehensive as I didn't see any reviews until after I had booked. Turned out to be a pleasant surprise though. I had a room on the 19th floor, a pretty good view. The room itself was modest, but quite preactical. A sizeable bedroom with a loungechair, a table and two chairs and also a desk, reasonably sized... more

4 of 5 stars
houston, tx
May 21, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

I loved this hotel! It was perfect for my husband and I and our two little girls (toddlers). This is a budget hotel, so don't expect the ritz. It's clean, the staff is great, there is a kitchenette so you can walk down to the local store and buy groceries. We saved a lot of money staying here and had... more

May 14, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

As a travel writer who has to overnight in Honolulu this is my choice for affordable accomodations. The units have kitchenettes, but the real draw is outside the windows. Spend a couple extra bucks and book a Deluxe Ocean View. You can't beat the vistas for three times the price! The amenities might be basic and the rooms show a... more

May 9, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

The Aqua Marina is a budget motel in downtown Honolulu, something of a rarity these days. As you can see by many of the other reviews the rooms are not without their faults. They are just simply basic rooms, not great views, quirky, and small, but where else can you get a small fridge, free in-your-room, high speed internet access,... more

3 of 5 stars
Massachusetts
May 4, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

We found the hotel to be perfectly adequate and surprisingly inexpensive considering it is in downtown Honolulu. It is not the Ritz but, if you want the Ritz, there are lots of them close by and Aqua has a boutique hotel right next door. Others have complained about the elevators but, if you read the directions in the elevator, you... more

Apr 24, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

As soon as we got there, we had negative vibes.... And these feelings were justified.We foud the last person's rubbish still in the room. There was tape holding the cupboard together and there was pubic hair in the shower. To add to the treat, we swear the room had some spooky element to it, and we are not into the... more

1 of 5 stars
Waddell, Arizona
Feb 27, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

Where do I start...We were in room 3003, the best I can say is the views. The room was shanty and dirty. It had black electrical tape holding in the air conditioner, the drapes were ripped and shredded, and the WORSE part was the toilet, it had a counter behind it so you could not sit on it straight, you... more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales and Mrketing

Thank you for your reveiw. We are sorry to read of your negative experience. Moving forward we will be renovating rooms this year. In addition to the renovation we are offering training to our staff to enhance their hospitality skills. As you mentioned, we do offer spectacular views and we are glad to read you enjoyed the view from the...

Reviews of Aqua Marina Hotel

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Aqua Marina Hotel Address

1700 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815