Reviews of The Beach Waikiki Boutique Hostel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
2566 Cartwright Road, Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States of America
#29 of 298 hotels in Honolulu
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 449 hostel reviews
8.5Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.3
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Comfort
8.3
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Location
9.7
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Facilities
8.3
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Staff
9.3
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Value for money
8.6
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Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: May 8, 2024
Cox
Netherlands31 Reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed wasn't as comfy as we'd hoped
The location, the staff and the rooftop terrace
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Ray
Australia3 Reviews10“The easiest to socialise place ever (and clean and quiet)”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
The room was clean, air conditioned, quiet, kitchen and washing facilities were great and not miles away. Food vans on the street all delicious, WhatsApp group for guests made it super easy to meet people and coordinate tours etc
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Diana
Ecuador2 Reviews10“Amazing”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The vibe is great
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: April 20, 2024
David
United States of America33 Reviews8.0“Very good Waikiki option for reasonable price.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Small Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A little hard to find with Uber. Multiple address collocations close to each other
Location great. Quiet alleyway close to Waikiki beach. Small garden apartments converted to hostel rooms
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Cassie
United Kingdom4 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Could have been cleaner in the shared areas
Friendly, welcoming and did the job
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Luis
United States of America1 review8.0“This hostel is great for its value :)”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It would get a bit loud when other guests walked by at night, however this wasn’t a problem during quiet hours.
The staff was very friendly and helpful. I like that they let you drop off your things before check in. We were able to grab lunch and drinks when we arrived early. They had free rental items, such as snorkeling gear, surf boards, inflatables, towels, etc. They provided free coffee every morning (and it was actually good). There are food trucks near by with amazing food. It was a 5 minute walk from the beach. The rooftop was chill.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 12, 2024
Jocelyn
United States of America1 review9.0“A welcoming place to stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
N/A
The staff was incredibly friendly, and they provided us with excellent service. The amenities were top-notch, particularly the freshly prepared morning coffee. This hostel exceeded my expectations, making my stay both enjoyable and affordable. I’m already looking forward to returning in the future.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Huber
United States of America4 Reviews10“Great place to meet other travelers! The WhatsApp group is a good idea and something is happening all the time. Great vi”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing. Everything was perfect
The rooms were great, rooftop amazing and excellent people. Juan was our favorite! But everyone was really welcoming at the hostel
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Errol
Australia20 Reviews8.0“Basic but social and does the job”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Small Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Beds could use a blanket. Tours are important for socialising but the ones organised by hostel are sub-par compared to what is out there for the same money.
Nice rooftop for socialising. Was basic but comfy enough. Hard to find any value in Hawaii but this was one of the cheapest options and would stay again.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Monika
Switzerland59 Reviews2 helpful votes7.0“Convenient beach hostel”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
The parking situation was difficult. I paid for one of the 9 parking spots the hostel offered (20/night, 100 USD for my entire stay - so not cheap) and a few times there was no spot left, I had to park somewhere on the street to get to the reception to tell them, meanwhile somebody almost called the police on me bc of where I had parked but there was no other solution. The receptionist came out and after some standing around one car had to park somewhere else but she said he was only there for a short time (I saw the car there for at least 1 hour if not more). Turns out the driver was the boyfriend of the receptionist. The receptionist even said she couldn't do anything about it (it's her job though). They should control the number plates on a regular basis and make sure those who paid can park at all times. And not the boyfriend of someone who works there. The beds are super noisy and you feel every movement of the person above/below you. The A/C is very loud. The blankets are super thin (without A/C this would be okay but most guests are Americans and turn the A/C to full power all night long, so it's freezing). The shower is a little gross, the head wasn't decalcified in a decade it seems.
The location was really good, 5min to the beach. While I would say the accommodation is expensive for what you get, the location probably evens that out. Hawai'i is just not a cheap place. The other receptions was also very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Léger
Switzerland2 Reviews10“Amazing”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
None
The staff are so friendly and kind. The rooftop is amazing to connect with other ppl. Really close to the beach. It was the best hostel that I‘ve visited in my whole hawaii trip
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 29, 2024
Simonehoff
Australia72 Reviews12 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Twin Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Loved the rooftop, great to relax and connect. Had a semi private room which is across the road. Rooms are kept clean and was great to borrow equipment. Awesome location in Waikiki
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Helene
United States of America2 Reviews10“In short if we’re in Honolulu we will definitely stay there again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Kitchen could have a few more utensils Rooms could have a small table, dresser
Location was great, staff great, kitchen good
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: March 21, 2024
Paula
Australia2 Reviews10“Very satisfied”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
Great location, friendly staff, always clean, great facilities. Highly recommended
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: March 13, 2024
Fotios
United States of America5 Reviews10“We really enjoy it we will come again!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Twin Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
1 of the light in room not working and the bed is really bad.. unconfy noisy and kind of broken, please fix it
Everything
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 8, 2024
Isaias
United States of America56 Reviews6 helpful votes10“Nice Hostel”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some tenants don't have a clue about Hostel, and they think they are in the hotel ,making a hard time for the rest of the crew
Everything
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: February 22, 2024
Robbie
Canada18 Reviews2 helpful votes7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was a hostel, i mean, it was decent for the money...
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Teija
Finland5 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Group
- • Deluxe Triple Room
- • Stayed 9 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No food stores close by. All the restaurants very expensive. Kitchen equipments in bad condition. Hostel was using the same washing machine and dryer to wash all the linen and towels. And customers had to use it in the evening when they had finished.
Just by the beach.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: February 14, 2024
Blerta
United States of America19 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location and supplies for the beach. Love it
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: February 9, 2024
Emma
United Kingdom6 Reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Average hostel - Amazing location!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Communal areas could be cleaner
Fantastic location - 2 minutes from Waikiki beach Helpful staff Great communal roof top terrace Brilliant organised tours
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: February 9, 2024
Brandon
United States of America2 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Easy process, great location, friendly staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
I wasn't a fan of the sink, it was a little clogged.
The location was the best.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: February 9, 2024
Tate
United States of America1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some really nice and helpful staff and the bottom floor rooms have nice sitting areas. I also loved that they had beach items to sign out for free.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Šučur
Slovenia3 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Economy Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Because our flight was delayed we were checking in really late and it wasn’t a problem at all. Kind people working there, functional room, the best location. All in all it was a very decent stay for a few nights.
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Cerys
United Kingdom6 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location was very close to beach, and to shops etc
Stayed in February 2024
