Axel’s take
A strong Waikiki base for friendly service and beach access, not poolside seclusion.
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Axel’s rating: 8.7/10 · a lively 4-star hotel across the street from Waikiki Beach
The Beachcomber is a lively 4-star across the street from Waikiki Beach, rather than a beachfront resort. It's a strong pick for travelers who want comfortable rooms and Waikiki's restaurants, shops and sand within easy walking distance. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise clean rooms, comfortable beds and welcoming staff. Hawaiian artwork, Maui Brewing Co. and Hawaiian Aroma Caffe give it more personality than a generic chain hotel.
The trade-offs are mostly about its busy setting. Guests on several sites mention street, music or neighboring-building noise, and the outdoor pool is small for the hotel. A mandatory resort fee and separately charged valet parking also deserve attention. We'd choose it for an active Waikiki stay, but skip it if quiet evenings, direct beachfront grounds or a substantial pool are priorities.
- Rooms
- Generally comfortable, contemporary rooms with balconies; ocean views depend on the booked category.
- Cleanliness
- Consistently praised across recent guest reviews, with housekeeping a particular strength.
- Service
- Friendly, helpful staff receive repeated praise across Tripadvisor, Expedia and Trip.com.
- Amenities
- Small outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, brewery restaurant, cafe and resident Cirque du Soleil show.
- Fees and surprises
- Mandatory nightly resort fee; valet parking and breakfast cost extra unless included in your booking.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
2300 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu
Central Kalakaua Avenue setting; the public beach is across the street, less than five minutes away.
Amenities and check-in
Small outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, brewery restaurant, cafe and resident Cirque du Soleil show.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Restaurant
- Fitness center
- Parking
- Airport shuttle (extra charge)
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Parking: $40 per car per night; Breakfast: $35; Extra bed: $50 per guest per night; Deposit: $100 per room per stay; Pets: $125 per guest per stay
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Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger, Honolulu: from $234 a night
From $234 a night at Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger, checked Nov 1, 2026. Nov 30, 2026 – Dec 1, 2026, 2 adults: $234 total. Jan 1–3, 2027, 2 adults: $601 total on Axel; Booking.com listed $1,046 for the same stay when seen, checked Nov 1, 2026.
Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger is a lively 4-star hotel across the street from Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, United States.
Address: 2300 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu. Property ID: 1400847.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/honolulu/waikiki-beachcomber-by-outrigger-1400847
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights | $601 | $1,046 on Booking.com | $445 less (43%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
| Dec 22 to Dec 24, 2026 · 2 nights | $476 | $764 on Booking.com | $288 less (38%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $503 | $653 on Booking.com | $150 less (23%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $718 USD
2026-11-15 to 2026-11-18 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-07 | $252 for 1 night · 2 nights $502 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $250 for 1 night · 2 nights $493 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $243 for 1 night · 2 nights $488 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $245 for 1 night · 2 nights $491 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $246 for 1 night · 2 nights $489 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $243 for 1 night · 2 nights $500 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $257 for 1 night · 2 nights $503 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $246 for 1 night · 2 nights $485 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $239 for 1 night · 2 nights $476 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $237 for 1 night · 2 nights $479 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $242 for 1 night · 2 nights $495 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $253 for 1 night · 2 nights $489 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $236 for 1 night · 2 nights $486 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $250 for 1 night · 2 nights $512 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $262 for 1 night · 2 nights $498 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $236 for 1 night · 2 nights $498 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $262 for 1 night · 2 nights $515 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $253 for 1 night · 2 nights $515 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $262 for 1 night · 2 nights $512 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $250 for 1 night · 2 nights $497 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $247 for 1 night · 2 nights $497 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $250 for 1 night · 2 nights $485 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $235 for 1 night · 2 nights $469 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $234 for 1 night · 2 nights $489 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $255 for 1 night · 2 nights $493 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $238 for 1 night · 2 nights $481 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $243 for 1 night · 2 nights $503 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $260 for 1 night · 2 nights $503 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-05 | $243 for 1 night · 2 nights $489 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-06 | $246 for 1 night · 2 nights $484 · up to 14 nights priced |
Axel's take: 8.7/10
A strong Waikiki base for friendly service and beach access, not poolside seclusion. a lively 4-star hotel across the street from Waikiki Beach, scored for what it is.
The Beachcomber is a lively 4-star across the street from Waikiki Beach, rather than a beachfront resort. It's a strong pick for travelers who want comfortable rooms and Waikiki's restaurants, shops and sand within easy walking distance. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise clean rooms, comfortable beds and welcoming staff. Hawaiian artwork, Maui Brewing Co. and Hawaiian Aroma Caffe give it more personality than a generic chain hotel.
The trade-offs are mostly about its busy setting. Guests on several sites mention street, music or neighboring-building noise, and the outdoor pool is small for the hotel. A mandatory resort fee and separately charged valet parking also deserve attention. We'd choose it for an active Waikiki stay, but skip it if quiet evenings, direct beachfront grounds or a substantial pool are priorities.
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Best for: first-time Waikiki visitors; couples who enjoy restaurants and nightlife; beachgoers who prioritize walkability
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Watch out for: street, music and neighboring-building noise; small pool and limited lounging space; mandatory resort fee and paid valet parking
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Location: Central Kalakaua Avenue setting; the public beach is across the street, less than five minutes away.
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Rooms: Generally comfortable, contemporary rooms with balconies; ocean views depend on the booked category.
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Cleanliness: Consistently praised across recent guest reviews, with housekeeping a particular strength.
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Service: Friendly, helpful staff receive repeated praise across Tripadvisor, Expedia and Trip.com.
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Amenities: Small outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, brewery restaurant, cafe and resident Cirque du Soleil show.
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Fees and surprises: Mandatory nightly resort fee; valet parking and breakfast cost extra unless included in your booking.
Axel's opinion of Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About Waikiki Beachcomber by Outrigger
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- Outrigger
- 2300 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu
- Guest rating: 4.3/5 on Google from 3,114 reviews (location 4.8/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): International Market Place: 2 min walk · Daniel K. Inouye International Airport: 23 min by taxi · Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach: 4 min walk · Royal Hawaiian Center: 4 min walk · Honolulu Zoo: 6 min by taxi · Ala Moana Center: 8 min by taxi
- Hotel policies: Parking: $40 per car per night; Breakfast: $35; Extra bed: $50 per guest per night; Deposit: $100 per room per stay; Pets: $125 per guest per stay
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Restaurant, Fitness center, Parking, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Pet-friendly (extra charge), Dogs allowed, Cats allowed, Full-service laundry, Accessible, Wi-Fi (extra charge), Business center
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Honolulu
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Room
Room Waikiki View
Room with ocean view
- Room with ocean view — room photo 1
- Room with ocean view — room photo 2
- Room with ocean view — room photo 3
Room with partial ocean view
Quadruple room
Quadruple room Waikiki View
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Quadruple room Waikiki View — room photo 1
- Quadruple room Waikiki View — room photo 2
- Quadruple room Waikiki View — room photo 3
Quadruple room with ocean view
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 1
- Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 2
- Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 3
Quadruple room with partial ocean view
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Quadruple room with partial ocean view — room photo 1
- Quadruple room with partial ocean view — room photo 2
- Quadruple room with partial ocean view — room photo 3
Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
Double room Waikiki View (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Double room Waikiki View (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double room Waikiki View (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double room Waikiki View (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double room with ocean view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Double room with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double room with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double room with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double room with partial ocean view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Double room with partial ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double room with partial ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double room with partial ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Twin room (twin beds)
Twin room Waikiki View (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Twin room Waikiki View (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Twin room Waikiki View (twin beds) — room photo 2
Twin room with ocean view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Twin room with ocean view (twin beds) — room photo 1
Twin room with partial ocean view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Twin room with partial ocean view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Twin room with partial ocean view (twin beds) — room photo 2
Diamond Head room with ocean view
Diamond Head Quadruple room with ocean view
- Diamond Head Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 1
- Diamond Head Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 2
- Diamond Head Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 3
Diamond Head Double room with ocean view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Diamond Head Double room with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Diamond Head Double room with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Diamond Head Double room with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Diamond Head Twin room with ocean view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Diamond Head Twin room with ocean view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Diamond Head Twin room with ocean view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Diamond Head Twin room with ocean view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Accessible room
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Accessible room — room photo 1
Accessible room with ocean view
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Accessible room with ocean view — room photo 1
Accessible room with partial ocean view
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Accessible room with partial ocean view — room photo 1
Accessible Quadruple room
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Accessible Quadruple room — room photo 1
Accessible Quadruple room with ocean view
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Accessible Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 1
- Accessible Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 2
- Accessible Quadruple room with ocean view — room photo 3
Accessible Quadruple room with partial ocean view
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave; With view
- Accessible Quadruple room with partial ocean view — room photo 1
- Accessible Quadruple room with partial ocean view — room photo 2
- Accessible Quadruple room with partial ocean view — room photo 3
Accessible Double room Waikiki View (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Accessible Double room Waikiki View (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Accessible Double room Waikiki View (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Accessible Double room Waikiki View (full double bed) — room photo 3
Accessible Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Accessible Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
Accessible Twin room with ocean view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Accessible Twin room with ocean view (twin beds) — room photo 1
Accessible Twin room with partial ocean view (twin beds)
Hearing Accessible room
Hearing Accessible room Waikiki View
Hearing Accessible Quadruple room
Hearing Accessible Quadruple room Waikiki View
Hearing Accessible Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Hearing Accessible Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
Hearing Accessible Double room Waikiki View (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Hearing Accessible Double room Waikiki View (full double bed) — room photo 1
Hearing Accessible Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Hearing Accessible Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
Hearing Accessible Twin room Waikiki View (twin beds)
Junior Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Junior Suite — room photo 1
Quadruple Junior Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Quadruple Junior Suite — room photo 1
- Quadruple Junior Suite — room photo 2
- Quadruple Junior Suite — room photo 3
Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Twin Junior Suite (twin beds) — room photo 1
Accessible Junior Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Accessible Junior Suite — room photo 1
Accessible Quadruple Junior Suite
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Accessible Quadruple Junior Suite — room photo 1
- Accessible Quadruple Junior Suite — room photo 2
- Accessible Quadruple Junior Suite — room photo 3
Accessible Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Accessible Twin Junior Suite (twin beds) — room photo 1
1 Bedroom Double Suite with ocean view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite with ocean view (full double bed) — room photo 3
2 Bedrooms Beachcomber Suite
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