The Equus Hotel - Honolulu
21.286438, -157.839346Overview
4-star boutique hotel with equestrian heritage in Waikiki
Amenities & Entertainment
The Equus offers an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar and a separate kids' pool. Guests receive complimentary VIP tickets to Hawaii Polo Club matches, a benefit exclusive to hotel guests. Evening entertainment, live music performances, and bicycle rentals are available on-site.
Rooms & Suites
Equus Hotel provides Classic King, Classic 2 Doubles, and Bamboo Queen rooms, each with equestrian-themed decor and a private lanai. Select rooms include a kitchenette with a microwave and fridge. The Executive King on the top floor offers additional space and larger beds.
Location & Surroundings
The Equus is less than a 10-minute walk from Ala Moana Center, the largest shopping mall in Hawaii, and Waikiki Beach. Hawaii Convention Center and Magic Island are within walking distance. Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Shangri La Museum are a short drive away.
Eco-Friendly & Local Heritage
The Equus is recognized as Waikiki's first Green Hotel, with sustainability initiatives that include local sourcing and waste reduction. It is one of the last family-owned and operated hotels in Waikiki, run by a family with deep equestrian roots. The hotel offers hand-crafted artisan coffee and local beverages at the Paniolo Bar & Café.
Dining & Bar
Paniolo Bar & Café serves hand-crafted artisan coffee in the morning and transitions to a full bar with locally sourced beers and sandwiches. The bar features live music on select evenings. All coffee and beverage offerings highlight local producers and ingredients.
- Activities: Complimentary VIP tickets to Hawaii Polo Club matches
- Location: Steps from Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach
- Rooms: Equestrian-themed rooms with private lanai, select with kitchenette
- Dining: Paniolo Bar & Café with artisan coffee and local beers
- Eco-Recognition: Waikiki's first Green Hotel
- Heritage: Last family-owned hotel in Waikiki
License number: TA-055-058-2272-01
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed1 Double bed
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City view
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
USD 35 per day
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Outdoor swimming pool
Flat-screen TV
Sports & Fitness
- Snorkeling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business center
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Room view
- City view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Equus Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 81 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.8 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 8.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Honolulu, HNL |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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