Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

37 reviews

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  Would stay here again.

  Great location, very nice rooms. Mattress was alright. Housekeeping was great. Would stay here again.

  Nov 06, 2026
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  Everything you could hope for.

  This hotel did not disappoint , the gentleman that checked us in was very nice ( Chris) , he wished us a Happy Anniversary upon arrival and made sure we knew what we were entitled to and where we needed to go for Breakfast . We did have an issue with the Air conditioner on our first night which was quickly attended to by maintenance staff. It was decided that the problem may not be resolved so we spoke to the Manager ( Zach Wong ) . This man is a credit to Marriott , he was professional, polite and immediately looked for a solution to our issue . We were moved up to a higher floor and greeted with a bottle of bubbly . The location of the Moana as well as the rooms are perfect .Thank you , a beautiful hotel with great staff. We will definitely be back .

  Nov 01, 2026
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  My home away from home when I return to O’ahu

  I grew up on O’ahu, and live on the mainland now. However, I told myself I would stay at the Moana when I got older. I have had the chance to stay at a number of hotels in Waikīki, and the Moana is my favorite and only place I stay when I return to O’ahu. I love the aloha I feel when I walk up to the entrance on Kalākaua. I have gotten to know many of the long time staff because I have been coming to the Moana for a long time. In addition, I come multiple times a year. Some of the staff I would like to acknowledge are Larson in the bell area, Krystal at check in, Lahela, Alissa Koji & Darren at breakfast, Harry, Craig, Kyle, Klayt, and newcomer Zane at the Beach Bar, Chris at the pool area, and Mary at the spa. All of the foregoing team members have shown me so much aloha when I stay, I will not stay at another hotel in Waikīkī. I look forward to my next stay at the First Lady of Waikīkī. Happy 125th Anniversary this year.

  Oct 27, 2026
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  Historic Hotel In Prime Beachfront Location

  It doesn't get much better eating on the Veranda of the Beachhouse restaurant next to the beach and adjacent to a 121-year-old Banyan Tree at the historic Moana Surfrider Hotel.Staying at this hotel, ideally situated right on the sand in the middle of Waikiki Beach, is like stepping back in time. Known as The First Lady of Waikiki having opened 125 years ago. It blends old Victorian charm with modern amenities. The rooms are understated yet spacious but with bathrooms on the smaller side yet include a toilet with heated seat and bidet. Beds and linens are very comfortable. Mini fridge but no microwave is to be expected. Pool area is small with no hot tub so if extravagant pool areas are your thing you might be disappointed. The breakfast buffet is excellent, but you'd expect that at $53 a person. The food at the Beach Bar next to the huge 122 year-old banyan tree is good but not memorable, 4 stars at best. The High Tea in the afternoon is the highlight for $88-$137 a person. Well worth the experience. Dinner at the same Beachhouse on the Veranda is also excellent and also very pricey but worth it for the special occasion/vacation splurge. The Beach Bar food is hit and miss but on average maybe a bit pedestrian for this caliber of a hotel. Given the location, historical nature, unique dining, and room comfort of this hotel, when rates can be had for mid $500s (2026) a night for an ocean view, I'd normally consider that high given the small pool area, but the historical nature makes those prices reasonable. Experiences could vary here based on room selection. The Diamond Head side Tower Ocean View have the best view I think. We did both dinner and High Tea here. High Tea was the highlight, it has been going on here for 125 years! It's not cheap, $88-$137 a person as if Oct 2026, but worth the spluge experience in my opinion. The food was excellent and the variety was insane. We were quite full. Dinner here at sunset is equally magical. Food is superb but understandably pricey given the historic beachside location. The tasting menu is in the low-mid hundred-dollar range per person but add a couple drinks and you're approaching $200 a person. Food was excellent but not quite Michelin star or James Beard award level cuisine. Service was excellent. Worth a special occasion or vacation splurge and tranquil compared to something like Dukes at the resort next door which was a complete roaring madhouse. Note: photos of the menu are for the High Tea.

  Oct 26, 2026
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  Beach bar charged double for the same drink

  Beware of the beach bar pricing. On Oct 17 my wife ordered a Rye Tai and it was $20. On Oct 18 she ordered the same drink, about 6 oz, and was charged $40. Staff told her the first one was cheaper because they were out of their normal rye and used a different whiskey. No price difference was mentioned when ordering, and we only learned of it after paying. Ask the price before you order.

  Oct 18, 2026