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The Equus

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas
Creator video
Lobby lounge
Coffee shop
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Popular amenities

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

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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

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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
(42 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
(32 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top 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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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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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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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • City view
  • 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 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
  • 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

  • ‪Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Lagoon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tropics Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tapa Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪GOOFY Cafe & Dine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hilton - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Equus

Hotel with an outdoor pool, a quick walk to Ala Moana Center
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.

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.

Languages

English

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 35.39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site 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

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

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

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 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 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 35.39 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

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
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

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. 542 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 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

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

2/10 Terrible

John

Roach hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They're very in to the sport Polo, so if you travel while Polo is being played, they'll help you aquire tickets if you'd like to check out the sport. Every staff member I encountered was wonderful and the room was very clean. I enjoyed the live music at the bar on saturday as well as just sitting and chatting with other patrons of the hotel. The hotel is a 7 minute walk to the Ala Moana mall, if shopping is your thing. There's also a bus that stops right outside the hotel if you don't wish to walk. They are all about supporting local and preserving our earth, as this hotel is one of the last locally owned hotels in Waikiki. I very much enjoyed my stay and will be returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rander

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bridgette

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was there for a conference and the location was perfect

10/10 Excellent

Saraiialii

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Greta

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was very quaint. Staff was friendly. The road noise was loud and there is no elavator from the street to the motel. So we had a friend that had both knees replaced so it was tuff on him getting up the steps and it was quite a few (I didn't count) and you had to carry your luggage up and down. They did get a staff member to help us get them up but leaving a guest helped us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms are a decent size, noisy at the time due to construction but not the hotels fault Very small parking for a handful of cars, be prepared to park elsewhere and walk
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here. Room was nice. The cafe/bar in the lobby was great and the staff were friendly and helpful. We used the bus to get around and the stop is very close.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Staff were amazing, loved everyone.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025