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4worldlovers: Our all-suite hotel is one block from swimming and sunbathing on Waikiki Beach and less than half a mile from the International Marketplace. Hawai'i Convention Center, the Honolulu Zoo, and the Waikiki Aquarium are all within 10 minutes. Enjoy free made-to-order breakfast and our complimentary evening social on the Grand Lanai.

Daily Resort Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: WiFi; exercise & cultural activities; beach towels; tea kettle; cabana, daybed, restaurant & shopping discounts; dessert at Ruths Chris w/ entrée purchase; youth entry per paid adult at Waikiki Aquarium & Bishop Museum; Press Reader.

Roy's serves fresh fish and culinary classics fused with Hawaiian and Asian flavors, with lanai dining options. Ruth's Chris Steakhouse offers premium steaks and fine wine in a casual setting. Enjoy drinks at Pakini Pool Bar.

4worldlovers: Long before Waikiki was developed as a tourist destination, it was a favorite residence and recreational center for Hawaiian kings and chiefs. King Kamehameha I had his home where The Royal Hawaiian stands today, and Queen Kaahumanu’s Summer Palace was previously located on what is now the resort’s Coconut Grove.

Foreign visitors began to visit Waikiki in the 1830s, and a road was constructed in the 1860s. With an anticipation of an increase in visitors, our sister resort the Moana Hotel opened in 1901.

Simultaneously, the territorial government in 1907, under what it called the “Waikiki Reclamation Commission,” planned for greater commercial and tourism development by widening streets, building bridges, and draining the duck ponds, rice paddies, and taro patches that formed Waikiki’s aquaculture. Development accelerated after World War I.

During the times of the Charleston and Prohibition, the method of transportation to Hawaii was aboard a Matson steamship, providing a rather unattractive and unappealing method of travel for the rich who could afford overseas luxury and adventure. It became known as the gateway to the exotic faraway destinations of the South Pacific and the Orient.

On February 1, 1927, The Royal Hawaiian Hotel opened – a $4 million investment by the Matson Navigation Co., the brainchild of Ed Tenney, who headed the “big five” firm of Castle and Cooke and Matson Navigation, and Matson manager William Roth. It was made to be a luxurious resort for Matson passengers.

The first general manager of the hotel, Arthur Benaglia, presided over a staff of 300, including ten elevator operators and lobby boys dressed in “Cathayan” costume. At the grand opening’s black-tie gala celebration, members of the Honolulu Symphony entertained over 1,200 guests at the $10-a-plate event-of-the-year. The Honolulu Star-Bulletin described the newly opened hotel as “the first resort hostelry in America.”

Built on 15 acres of beautiful beach frontage, the luxurious hotel with its distinctive Moorish-style architecture, painted pink, was promoted world-wide as a premier visitor destination. Elaborate opening ceremonies and festivities included dinner and dancing, concerts, and pageants.

The era of opulence came to an abrupt end on the morning of December 7, 1941 when Japanese planes flew alongside Waikiki Beach on its way to the US fleet berthed at Pearl Harbor. The Navy recreation and morale office leased The Royal Hawaiian, transforming the resort into a major rest and relaxation center for the Navy personnel. The resort was restored to its pre-war elegance in 1947.

In the 1950s, many new moderately priced hotels were built in the Waikiki area, including SurfRider and Princess Kaiulani, built by the Matson Company. As larger and faster planes reduced the flying time from the mainland to Hawaii, fewer and fewer vacationers wanted to spend 4.5 days aboard a Matson ship each way. Although more than half of all the tourists who came to Hawaii in 1955 stayed in one of Matson’s four hotels, only a fifth came by ship.

By 1959, jet service had reduced the flying time even more, which further eroded the steamers’ business. That same year, after 32 years in hotel business, the company sold its first hotels (Moana, Royal, SurfRider and Princess Kaiulani) to the Sheraton hotel chain for $17.6 million.

4worldlovers: Newly renovated guestrooms and spectacular premium suites offer a modern Hawai‘i residential feel


Authentic Hawaiian culture, from curated artwork, Signature Experiences and hands-on crafts

The iconic Voyager 47, offers premium sunrise and sunset refreshments with the best beachfront views of any club lounge in Waikiki

Kani Ka Pila Grille – the Home of Hawaiian Music – showcases award-winning Hawaiian performers in an intimate setting, every night

Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - enjoy farm-fresh local cuisine with an unbeatable view of Diamond Head and daily live entertainment

Surround yourself with views of the Pacific Ocean, city scenes of Waikiki, and majestic views of Diamond Head. Our newly renovated accommodations feature a modern, residential Hawaiian feel and private lanais with idyllic vistas of Waikiki Beach.

Laid-back ambiance meets island luxury with artfully appointed rooms and suites. A space for renewal and relaxation.


A spacious hideaway furnished with warm pā ʻana a ka lā (sunlight).


A serene, oceanfront haven with a grand view of moana kai`lua – the clear blue sea.

Planning your dream Hawaiian vacation? This cozy refuge is your dream come true.

Take your Hawaiian getaway to the next level when you reserve a Voyager 47 Club room or suite and enjoy exclusive lounge access. Overlooking beautiful Waikiki Beach, the Voyager 47 Club Lounge offers a spectacular view of the ocean.

Start your morning with a Hawaiian-style breakfast and premium Kona coffee at daybreak and kick off your evening with premium beverages and pupu (appetizers) to sample our island flavors.

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Experience what makes OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort such a special place. Immerse yourself in Hawaiian culture and traditional Polynesian activities then cap off your day with live Hawaiian music under the starry Waikiki sky.

Dance to the rhythm of hula, learn to play the ukulele, make your very own fresh flower lei and more! Visit our Ao Cultural center for daily complementary cultural activities.

Enjoy nightly live Hawaiian music from award-winning musicians on our large outdoor stage at the Kani Ka Pila Grille.

Hoi hou ke aloha. Fall in love all over again. Recommit your love with a traditional Hawaiian vow renewal ceremony in one of the most romantic destination on the planet.

Experience everything Hawaii has to offer with our concierge service. Whether you want to fly high above the clouds, hike to a waterfall or snorkel with our sea life, adventure awaits.

Enjoy vibrant island foods and flavors at our Waikiki beach restaurants. More than just incredible beachfront restaurants, you’ll get a taste of the flavors of Oahu and live Hawaiian music enjoyed by both guests and locals.

Farm-fresh local dining and daily live music with an unbeatable view of Diamond Head.

Enjoy delicious local food and tropical drinks at Waikiki’s best restaurant for live Hawaiian music. The newly reimagined Kani Ka Pla Grill is a casual Waikiki Beach dining spot with a menu of fresh grilled seafood, sliders, greens, and pupu appetizers.

Start off your morning with a Hawaiian-style breakfast and enjoy premium beverages and pupu (appetizers) in the evening at our private club lounge, exclusive to guests with a Voyager 47 Club room or suite reservation.