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The Equus

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Ala Moana Center

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas
Creator video
City view
Lobby lounge
Coffee shop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Place, Ala Moana Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawaii Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikiki Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Honolulu

Waikiki stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Waikiki hotel, you'll find Ala Moana Center and Fort DeRussy Beach Park. Hawaii Convention Center and Ala Moana Beach Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ala Moana Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ala Moana Beach Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hawaii Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station - 28 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Tribe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪GOOFY Cafe & Dine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Red Lobster - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Study - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Equus

3.5-star hotel near Ala Moana Center
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business center.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and concierge services are also featured at The Equus. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Honolulu hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Equus offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35.39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 2 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 5.24 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 26.12 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35.39 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20 per day (656 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property Registration Number 260110200000

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

Reviews

The Equus Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Equus is top-notch! Lincoln, Radiant, Miss Renee, and Matt at the bar were all welcoming, friendly and helpful. Made for a nice vibe and felt very comfortable during the stay. The hotel was very convenient for all we did—walkable to the beach and dining options! Would stay here over any of the other busy hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, walkable to beach and shopping. Plenty of options for dining very close.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

gaston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Randal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy and clean hotel, nice decor!

Beautiful room, very clean and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Catherine

Travelled with partner
Great hotel. Nice staff and convenient to everything in Waikīkī.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Avo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are great! The property is not new and has no balcony. It is good just to take a shower, sleep, and then get out in the morning. It has a free filtered water machine next to the small bar downstairs, which was a nice touch. It had a complementary coffee/green tea machine in the room, with a small refrigerator/freezer in the room. One of the rooms had a small sink above the freezer, which was also nice. It is ok to stay for five days. Parking was optional at $30 a day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value for its location

Very friendly staff. Their parking was more difficult than anticipated but the ended up accommodating us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monisha

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Equus was nothing but wonderful! The staff are friendly and pay special care to everyone who stays. The rooms are clean, have everything you would need, and if not the staff is always happy to help. There is a pool on site and also parking. Parking can get a little crowded though around the evening but the staff are eager to help you find a spot nearby. The atmosphere of the hotel is beautiful and cozy. The location of the hotel is perfect, very close to the Ala Moana Center (about a 4 minute walk from the hotel), with an ABC store in the corner and other restaurants nearby! Also, the Ala Moana Beach Park is only a five minute walk and way less crowded than Waikiki beach. If you’re looking for an stress-free, peaceful, and cozy hotel, the Equus is the place to stay! 100% recommend and would come back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NORMAJEAN

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely LOVE the native Hawaiian reception and hotel workers. Their aloha is genuine. From phone reservations to reception to parking to housekeeping…The aloha is real from real local Hawaiians. The hotel has an old style charm, it is quaint and clean. You can hear the street activity in rooms that are toward the front. But Iʻm an easy sleeper and was not bothered by the noise. If you like sincere service and real locals, this is the place. The location is fantastic with shopping and eateries nearby. Itʻ is easy to convenient to get into and out of the hotel without the hassle and traffic of mid Waikiki. Super affordable. Weʻve already booked our next stay! Mahalo
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The service provided at desk/lobby was great and super friendly. The facilities could use lots of updating; shower and other areas were clearly older, including a bed with large dip on one side. The street noise was very noticeable, and having blackout drapes would be excellent, especially considering how early the sun rises. Plentiful amenities, but need more and larger parking; multiple times we had difficulty getting in and out of tiny lot.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Happy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, extremely helpful and super friendly! Really convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and very helpful. They always greeted you with a smile and hello.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice cozy little hotel. It may be a bit older but it has a great location and great staff. Lincoln at the first desk was very helpful and friendly. Definitely check this place out
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Small enough that there was special attention for all the guests. The cozy little lobby bar was a great place to unwind at the end of the day and bar~tender Matt was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a fine hotel. The whole propoerty feels a bit dated but everything worked well and is in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANQI

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the flyer that was attached to the elevator about fun activities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was neat, rug was a little old and dusty. Walls had some coffee, splatter or soda splatter, which wasn’t cleaned up. Place could use a upgraded/updated paint and decor. But I get they trying to go with the antique look. Overall not bad, just need some WD40 a gallon of light grey paint and minor decor upgrades.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The local staff was so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025