The Equus

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Ala Moana Center

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas
Creator video
Lobby lounge
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
City view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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

Room options

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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.

Languages

English

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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 25.95 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

The Equus Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Austin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice simple place. Easy checking. Room was nice. Did not have complimentary shampoo/conditioner or body wash. We stayed over night so I didn't bring any.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ananda prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Having issues with the TV. The front desk had someone there with in 5 minutes. Took care of the issue. I have stayed there before, always clean, staff are friendly and willing to help.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bartender, Matt, was excellent and very friendly and made us feel welcome and appreciate. The gentleman who checked us in was also wonderful and very engaging and helpful. I have stayed here before and will continue to stay here again. Thank you for staying open for your appreciative guests!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Downey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was centrally located, staff was great, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The property was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jerzy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Debby

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok but not what I expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Arvind

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has no elevator up to the 1st floor, all bags had to be carried
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

STUART, ROSEVILLE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free welcome drink.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

6/10 Okay

Esther

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC did not work initially, need few people to fix it. Otherwise..some are friendly. The hotel is old and need updating!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan, Lynnwood

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was a little difficult but the staff was fantastic and amazing. Big shout out to Linda who helped us through every step. The room was beautiful too and overall my fiancé and I had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guernica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks Best birthday ever.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were extremely nice and helpful! We had a good stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roaches
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dusty , dirty . They have roaches as well . Very mad and rude man was in front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have roaches
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025