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Reviews of Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head 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!

2885 Kalakaua Avenue, Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States of America

#31 of 304 hotels in Honolulu

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 466 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free Wifi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: May 28, 2024

    8.0
    Excellent and would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • High Floor Ocean View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Limited restaurant menu expensive Local knowledge on buses lacking

    Quiet end of Waikiki so 20 minute walk to eateries and main beach Sound of the ocean in your ears We had a perfect room on the corner no 1125 so 2 ocean views

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2024

    8.0
    I would stay at the Lotius again the rooms are wonderful and loved the amenities.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I never got my welcome drink and I thought the haole front desk lady was super unfriendly and unwelcoming so that turned me off.

    What breakfast? No restaurant served breakfast however LOVED the espresso machine and microwave in the room a very nice touch. Also Nicolle was an incredible masseuse and I liked I could book this. The valet guys were super kind as were the maids.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Seems to have an issue with data security since I got multiple phishing attempts via the booking.com messaging service over many weeks.

    Great view, friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely boutique hideaway minutes from all the buzz
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit stingy on the coffee allocation in the room, just at 2 capsules a day.

    Lovely location and amazing comfortable beds. Fridge and microwave a brilliant addition.. Very friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 13, 2024

    10
    Lovely, relaxing, exactly what we needed!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very minor thing… complimentary evening wine per person however my spouse does not drink wine and the bar could not exchange the wine for a beer or mock tail. Would still stay there again.

    Boutique hotel… enjoyed the amenities, bikes, complimentary evening wine, yoga mats with complimentary class, coffee, beach chairs and towels daily, room robes and slippers.. lovely classic beach decor room, quiet hotel, friendly personable staff! Nice diamond head view and partial ocean view from our room. 10/10

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    10
    A tranquil oasis with splendid views, yet not far away from the crowds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I reserved a room with a King bed specifically. On arrival I was told only the 2x double was available. That should not happen. A little stain on a perfect stay. It was totally compensated by the smiles and friendliness of all staff.

    The room was huge. Loved the wooden floor. Very stylish with eye for detail. And really different to all the rather standard rooms you will find in most places. The view at the park and diamond was stunning. And total privacy. Loved the morning on the balcony with the birds and tranquility. This place is at the end, or the beginning of the beaches, and far away from the chaos further towards Waikiki. It is a good 10 minutes walk to Waikiki and the big hotels. But you can get a bike (5 minutes ride) from the hotel for free!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel and location. Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Park View Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms on the third floor are lovely, and I enjoyed the rooftop garden. However, the cabinet and the sink in the room should be upgraded, to a built-in closet, and an area for the microwave and fridge.

    Love the location and the staff. Very friendly and helpful!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    9.0
    Quiet location with attentive staff. Next door hotel restaurant and convenience store a great boon.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beach not right in front of hotel

    Quiet area away from busy Waikiki area

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    7.0
    Great area in beautiful Hawaii’s
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved how comfortable this room was- so much room! Beautiful location and removed from the business of Waikiki. The staff was so kind and helpful. A great price and deal!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    musty smell room724

    Location.... comfortable bed

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    7.0
    Super friendly hotel in a calm location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Park View Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our particular room felt ‘tired’. The coffee maker had a broken piece that had to be held for the machine to work. The flooring in the unit was some kind of vinyl stripping that didnt lay flat. Small things, but they stood out in an otherwise lovely hotel.

    Convenient location somewhat away from Waikiki . Every staff member was very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No pool

    Boutique style accommodation

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Great location on the beach away from the crowds of Wikiki.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had to go outside of hotel for breakfast.

    Staff was very helpful and friendly. Great location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • High Floor Ocean View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Room was very nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    10
    Perfect quiet beach getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • High Floor Ocean View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful corner room with a view of Diamond Head and the ocean. Perfect for enjoying the complimentary wine at happy hour! Easy walk into Waikiki or reasonable Uber ride to other attractions/restaurants.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    9.0
    We had a wonderful time in Lotus Dimond Head.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lack of crockery and cutlery in the room.

    The staff was anazing. A lot of help and smiles. We arrived early in the morning and were offered an early check-in. The atmosphere in the hotel is very relaxing. Also, you can have beach chairs and towels from the reception.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2024

    9.0
    A great place to relax and enjoy the Hawaiian vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Park View Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing really

    Great location, away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki and yet within easy walking distance of everything. Access to two beaches, Top class restaurant

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Partial Ocean View Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Excellent location on the quiet side of Waikiki. All of the staff were beyond helpful and friendly. Arden, the restaurant on property, also highly exceeded expectations. Will definitely return again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    10
    Wonderful staff that went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    It was far enough away from the busyness and noise of Waikiki but within walking distance of the shopping and restaurants. Just a few steps away from a secluded beach and a wonderful view of Diamond Head!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Little too far from everything

    View from my room

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    10
    Terrific stay, highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • High Floor Ocean View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would be good if they offered breakfast, but we made do by getting food at the convenience store in the Kaimana & had an excellent, albeit very expensive, breakfast/brunch there one morning.

    We loved that it was away from the main part of Waikiki. We loved the proximity to Diamond Head. Our room was large, well appointed, and very clean. The views from our high floor ocean view room were wonderful, as others have noted. especially the view toward Diamond Head, other mountains and the park across the street. The ocean view is decent. The restaurant in the hotel, the Arden, is terrific, but is only open Wednesday-Sunday. The restaurant next door at the Kaimana Beach Hotel is also excellent. The staff are super nice and helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing stay, convenient location away from the bustle but still close to all the action.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Park View Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Minor things, if I’m being picky, so won’t mention them here. If you are going to park on the road, just be aware weekend afternoons are very busy with beach visitors and sports, so you may not get a park - we managed to find one on Saturday at the Waikiki Shell.l across the park. Otherwise always got a park within 1-2 months walk.

    Great location, easy 10 min walk to Waikiki, and close to Diamond Head. Easy access by road (cheap parking on the road in front). Just around the corner from Kaimana Beach so it’s easy to get a bit of afternoon sunbathing or an early morning swim. The little extras like wine hour on weekdays and the reusable water bottles to take home were a nice touch. Staff were always friendly and greeted us every day with a smile.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    8.0
    A Diamond Head gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    our only quibble was that the ocean view room faces a parking lot and the lower floors see that more than the ocean. The first room we were shown was unacceptable, plus it was right next to the elevator (that was the only thing we had asked that we not be next to the elevator) -- so they nicely moved us up and over and the room was very nice -- the view of Diamond Head was wonderful too. Also, the cost of valet parking $40 a day is way

    We would absolutely stay at the Lotus again, as we love the low-key area and the sweet staff and clean, stylish rooms. The room and the lounge were lovely, and amenities were nice: every night, they had a wine tasting, and coffee in the morning. Being across from the park, near Montserrat Avenue with its cool restaurants, take-out, and coffee spots provided access to less-costly eateries. Beaches weren't mobbed and parking around the area worked out fine.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    9.0
    We have enjoyed our stay at the Lotus and enjoyed their offerings.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • High Floor Ocean View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The hotel does not have a pool and jacuzzi. The only option for swimming is the ocean. The water was relatively cold before noon in February. However, it warmed up after 2 PM. There is a restaurant in the hotel, but it only serves dinner, which is relatively expensive. No breakfast and/or lunch are available in the hotel.

    The property is i a quiet neighborhood with easy access to the ocean. It is about a 15-minute walk to the busy part of the city and restaurants. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the beach that was only couple of minutes away. The hotel provides beach chairs and towels. Bikes are available at no charge. Coffee is available in the lobby every day. Wine /happy hour are available from Monday through Friday from 5 PM till 6 PM.

    Stayed in February 2024

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