The Equus, a 4-star hotel in Honolulu, offers guests an array of attractive facilities. This nonsmoking establishment features a sun terrace, concierge service, and evening entertainment. Guests can unwind on sun loungers, enjoy the outdoor seating area, or take advantage of the business area. The Equus also features a coffee shop, restaurant, and bar, along with a year-round outdoor pool and free WiFi throughout the property. All units at The Equus are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, air-conditioning, and a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy city views from their rooms, which also feature a flat-screen TV, wardrobe, and iPod docking station. Some units offer additional amenities such as a kitchenette, balcony, and extra-long beds. For convenience, all rooms include a safe deposit box, fridge, and ironing facilities. The Equus offers a variety of activities including walking tours and cycling. Nearby, guests can visit Kahanamoku Beach (2297 feet), Fort DeRussy Beach (less than 0.6 mi), and the Hawaii Convention Center (less than 0.6 mi). Other attractions include Magic Island (0.8 mi) and the Royal Hawaiian Theater Legends in Concert Waikiki (1.1 mi). The hotel is conveniently located 8.7 mi from Honolulu International Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Honolulu, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.7

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
2 full beds
1 king bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.0
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paul
    United States of America United States of America
    Nice value for Waikiki. The hotel bar was a fun place to meet people and the free welcome drink was appreciated!
  • Jack
    United States of America United States of America
    Dated hotel that has been lovingly maintained and decorated. Delightful open air bar and registration area. Location in central area of Waikiki beach. Warm and welcoming staff. Excellent value amongst higher price hotels in area. Parking...
  • Joanne
    Australia Australia
    The last remaining independently owned hotel in Honolulu and the staff were outstanding. Nothing was too much trouble and everyone was super friendly and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. A very cute bar downstairs where...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Paniolo Bar & Cafe
    • Cuisine
      American • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of The Equus

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Private Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkeling
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $35 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Wake-up service
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Equus takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
$25 per person, per night

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Equus accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The lobby or reception is accessible via stairs only.

Please note that with the use of a credit card there will be a 4% processing fee.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

License number: TA-055-058-2272-01

FAQs about The Equus

  • Room options at The Equus include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Check-in at The Equus is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The prices at The Equus may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Equus offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bicycle rental
    • Beach
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming pool
    • Happy hour
    • Live music/Performance

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from The Equus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Equus has 1 restaurant:

    • The Paniolo Bar & Cafe

  • The Equus is 1.9 miles from the center of Honolulu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.