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The Equus

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas
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Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Coffee shop
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
$183
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Ala Moana Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hawaii Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Waikiki Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About this property

The Equus

3.5-star hotel in Waikiki
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Equus offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The hotel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. This 3.5-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Honolulu hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and concierge services. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

The Equus is a smoke-free property.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and noon.
The Paniolo Bar & Cafe - Overlooking the pool, this coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 35.39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 2 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Paniolo Bar & Cafe

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 5.24 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 25.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35.39 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20 per day (656 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 260110200000

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Paniolo Equus Hotel Honolulu
Paniolo Equus Hotel
Paniolo Equus Honolulu
Paniolo Equus
The Equus Hotel
The Equus Honolulu
Paniolo at The Equus
The Equus Hotel Honolulu

The Equus Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Austin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice simple place. Easy checking. Room was nice. Did not have complimentary shampoo/conditioner or body wash. We stayed over night so I didn't bring any.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ananda prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Having issues with the TV. The front desk had someone there with in 5 minutes. Took care of the issue. I have stayed there before, always clean, staff are friendly and willing to help.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bartender, Matt, was excellent and very friendly and made us feel welcome and appreciate. The gentleman who checked us in was also wonderful and very engaging and helpful. I have stayed here before and will continue to stay here again. Thank you for staying open for your appreciative guests!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Downey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was centrally located, staff was great, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The property was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jerzy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Debby

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok but not what I expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Arvind

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has no elevator up to the 1st floor, all bags had to be carried
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

STUART, ROSEVILLE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free welcome drink.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Esther

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC did not work initially, need few people to fix it. Otherwise..some are friendly. The hotel is old and need updating!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan, Lynnwood

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was a little difficult but the staff was fantastic and amazing. Big shout out to Linda who helped us through every step. The room was beautiful too and overall my fiancé and I had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guernica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks Best birthday ever.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were extremely nice and helpful! We had a good stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roaches
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dusty , dirty . They have roaches as well . Very mad and rude man was in front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have roaches
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amelia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Fun place!

We had a great office staff, Lincoln rearranged our reservation and made our stay fun. Ben , the bar tender was happy and attentive. Room was large, beds were comfy and we had 3 pillows per bed. Hotel was close to everything we wanted to do. Overall, I'd stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Roach hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025