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The Equus

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View
Property entrance
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Place, Ala Moana Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Hawaiian Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikiki Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

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

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About the area

Honolulu

With a stay at The Equus, you'll be centrally located in Honolulu, a short 7-minute walk from Ala Moana Center and 11 minutes by foot from Fort DeRussy Beach Park. .This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Hawaii Convention Center and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Ala Moana Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • Ala Moana Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hawaii Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 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
  • ‪The Study - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Red Lobster - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Pub & Pizza - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Equus

The Equus offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. 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)). Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 68 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Satisfy your appetite at The Paniolo Bar & Cafe, a coffee shop which features a bar/lounge and a pool view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and noon.
The Paniolo Bar & Cafe - Overlooking the pool, this coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

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 transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered parking on site (USD 35.61 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self 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

Restaurants on site

  • The Paniolo Bar & Cafe

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
  • Soundproofed rooms

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 5.24 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 32.05 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35.61 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
Property Registration Number 260110200000

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the 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. 557 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here 5 times in the past and always loved the small boutique. I even recommended it to others, but this time it seemed like a low-budget motel. The bathroom was dirty, and there was sand in the shower on day 1. We complained, and then it was cleaned on day 2. After we came back from being out all day on Day 3, we came back and it looked like someone had been lying in our bed after it was made. I told the front desk and she said, "I was just lucky to be able to come to Hawaii because not everyone is as fortunate", and said she would let the boss know. The parking was difficult this time also because if you don't get there by 6 pm, they make you park in the condo parking lot next door. Just inconvenient and time wasted for all these things. I have always been able to park in their spots, but now they oversell spots and it's impossible to park with a line of cars in front of the parking spots. I tried but didn't want to scratch my car or anyone else's. Their answer to this was, "Oh, you don't know how to back into park?" I said yes I do, but I can't curve in if there is a car in front of me too. There was no boss to talk to, but the lady in the morning returned our last two nights' parking, and we had to find parking elsewhere. Needless to say, I'm very disappointed and won't be returning or suggesting this hotel anymore.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is great, very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lien

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is beyond friendly- they were truly the highlight of my stay. The room was beautiful and comfortable with a great view of the city and a peak of the ocean as well! The food and handcrafted drinks in the Paniolo Cafe were so good that I ate at least one meal there each day! I would recommend this hotel to anyone and will be booking here again on my next trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cazandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

RaShawn

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uncomplicated but clean room. Very courteous staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! Nice room, good location, and attentive staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great location for shops and restaurants. Their parking is very limited and there is a $30/day charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gayle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were all great. The location could not be better. It’s so close to the beach and shopping. We were only there for two days and had stayed there before. Beds were clean and comfortable as we remembered. Unfortunately our room was dark and dingy this time. The room we had was good but could use some upgrades. Toilet and shower did not look clean most likely because of their age. Some new paint on the walls and updated lighting would improve the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Vicki

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Place is old and rundown. There are places to stay comparable in price that are much nicer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the last Kama'aina owned hotel. Older but so much charm. Pub food with coffee and limited breakfast options. Everything is really tasty. Lincoln and the rest of the staff were so wonderful to us. We felt like family not customers. Right next to the Marina, walking distance to tons of shopping. Close to Queen's medical. This is my new go to hotel when staying overnight after getting healthcare. This is the 3rd hotel I have tried in this price range for overnight stays. This by far the best one. Smaller pool right nest to the bar and pub food. So well thought out. Just loved the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is wonderfully no-nonsense! While you won't have a five-star spa and Michelin-starred room service on property, it's clean and comfortable with basic modern amenities (WiFi, cable, parking) and the staff are courteous. The decor is unique, the bar & cafe at the pool has a good variety of drinks and fare. The pool is crystal clear, albeit cold (it's not heated and because the buildings are close to each other, the sun doesn't hit it). Shell out the extra dough and get a suite with a balcony or on a higher floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy to access. The staffs are very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025