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Reviews of White Sands Hotel 3 stars

431 Nohonani Street, Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States

#72 of 330 hotels in Honolulu

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 833 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very loud during the night, many people coming and going and very poor sound insulation of rooms.

    Nice pool and bar area.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2024

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom was a bit dirty, hairs in the shower & sink which is always a bit off putting. But staff very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay again due to the location.

    Cool vintage vibe close to Waikiki beach

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    7.0
    Great staff and location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check is was 3pm and room was not ready on time. The door didn’t shut properly and you could see the lights from the hallway shining through. The first 3 days there was rude Americans at 3am being unbelievably loud and the room wasn’t very sound proof so kept waking us up. There was also a constant smell of marijuana. AC kept making a dripping sound. Shame really as the hotel and staff were great.

    The location was amazing and the staff were very friendly! The pool, bar and everything else was really good. Boujee and probably what I’d consider boutique hotel. The personal card and $40 credit for our honeymoon was an unbelievable touch.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 9 nights

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    Location is central - few blocks from beach, and a short walk to plenty of shops, but restaurants tend to be a bit further. The hotel is located on a side street, so car noise is low and makes it easy to book Uber pickups and drop offs. Hotel Restaurant food is good, and the daily happy hour makes it worthwhile. Pool is a nice size and there are plenty of loungers available considering the hotel is on the smaller side (a good thing). In room WiFi worked well.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very nice pool area, big room. Free beach chairs :-)

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    8.0
    Location and staff were awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not like the pictures online shower was very small

    Staff was excellent

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Included Coffee in the morning was always empty 😴

    We loved to be direct in Downtown and White Sands is an oasis between all the big Buildings. Very cool style and nice people...

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not have normaly kitchen for food, price not small for this hotel

    Baseun inside and location nearby beach central

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2024

    9.0
    Don’t miss this hidden gem in Waikiki
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was a little difficult, hotel changed from self park to valet parking after we booked but before our stay, so it ended up being a bit more pricey than we had expected. However, we never had to wait long for the car to be brought around.

    Such a great place to stay. The common area is beautiful, quiet places to sit, koi pond, and the swimming pool is small but spacious enough even at the most busiest times. Hotel may not look like it, but it’s very family friendly. Staff are helpful, even with late check ins. Great location-so close to international market place and only two blocks from the beach. Great place to stay with kids. Quiet at night. Free slushies are a nice touch!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff, the location

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    8.0
    Perfectly located hotel with beautiful layout around the pool
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are not cleaned every day, and even for a 5 night stay we had to ask for a cleaning at the reception because it did not seem to be planned. No breakfast.

    Excellent location near lively areas and close to the legendary Waikiki Beach. Pleasant retro room decor, comfortable bedding. Original poolside bar surrounded by lush vegetation.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic location, great facilities and amazing staff and cocktails. Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only this I didn’t love is there was a bit of a dip in my mattress so that could be upgraded but otherwise everything was fantastic.

    The bar, pool area and staff were so good. Great location

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    8.0
    other than the pool being closed, everything was great!
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    the pool was closed for cleaning, the hotel offered pool access nearby but we did not take advantage of that.

    the staff was very friendly, other than 1 particular young male bartender. great location and very cute boutique hotel.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    9.0
    Great room, other people being able to look inside isn't so great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The blackout curtains for my room didn't properly cover up the door/room so anyone on the first floor near the pool would be able to look directly into my room. Not exactly the best thing. A latch or something to secure the curtains would have been very appreciated.

    The room was comfortable and I was very impressed with the quality of the bar and the professionalism of the staff. The beds were soft and comfortable and I was glad to have a pool-side room that had easy access.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very convenient location to access central services, beaches, shops and restaurants

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2024

    7.0
    nice hotel, but expected more
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Most importantly - the room we got was much smaller and worse equipt than what was in description and photos on booking. The personal at the reception was not very nice, the room service forgot to clean our room,. Room had a weird smell.

    great location - walking distance to all Waikiki atractions, very nice pool, great vibe of a hotel

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2024

    7.0
    Mid-Century Vibes in Stellar Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would like the resort fee just rolled into the nightly rate. Fans in bathroom would be nice.

    Loved the decor, vibe and vision. Location is excellent within walking distance to everything. Valet parking was straightforward and affordable. Valet and bar staff were vey friendly and accommodating. In room fridge very useful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2024

    8.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The staff could be more gentle and warm. The bar wasn't my favorite. the quality of the drinks wasn't good. To clean the room more often (in my case they didn't clean it at all and we stayed 3 nights).

    LIKE THE STYLE AND DECORATION. IT MAKES YOU FEEL COZY. The size of the room is excellent, with a patio, sink, microwave, and fridge which allows you to be comfortable bringing some food.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2024

    8.0
    Great Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Balcony was facing the staircase was not private. more towels will be better.

    Location was perfect.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    9.0
    Awesome Hawaiian Vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was above a busy restaurant and it was noisy at night when we were trying to sleep.

    The atmosphere and staff were amazing. We flew in early and flew out late. They were happy to hold our luggage and let us change before our flight.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    8.0
    Great location, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Seemed to be a party place, full of younger folk. However the noise did not permitted too badly into my room. I could not access my balcony?

    Great location, two blocks from the ocean. Facilities are good, the pool area clean and the food at the bar restaurant good. My room was clean and the amenities good. The shower had plenty of hot water and good pressure. There was a step up into the shower!?! Aircon was excellent and the room lovely and cool. Upon check in.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    8.0
    Unique stay in the heart of Waikiki!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Really there was nothing I didn't like or surprised me about the stay. I thought it had met/exceeding expectations. Although the room was recently renovated and they did a great job - the 'bones' of the hotel are older. I actually really liked it and thought it was charming and unique.

    I liked the pool view facing room that overlooked the lush pool / bar area. The kitchenette was wonderful and the room was spacious with a great vintage Hawaiian design feel. I thought the location was amazing and central.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location in Waikiki is excellent. Facilities very clean.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay in central Waikiki
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is somewhat tricky, bathroom could be updated, but that's not a big deal.

    Central location in the Waikiki area, spacious rooms. Very friendly staff who helped us with parking when the parking space at the hotel was full and even going out into the rain to give directions. Cannot comment on the facilities like pool etc. as it was raining while we were staying.

    Stayed in May 2024

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