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The Surfjack Hotel Waikiki is Stymied by Inconveniences

July 14, 2022 by Island Miler

The Surfjack Hotel was the second mid-century modern hotel to open in Waikiki, following The Laylow. Given how much we enjoyed The Laylow and the cool aesthetic of the Surfjack, I've long wanted to give them a try. Too bad many inconveniences hold back the hotel.  … [Read more...] about The Surfjack Hotel Waikiki is Stymied by Inconveniences

Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider

May 13, 2021 by Island Miler

Westin Moana Surfrider

For my birthday this year, I decided to book us a stay at the Westin Moana Surfrider. Why? Because I've wanted to check this property out for a while now, and I found some amazing kama'aina rates. My recent experience at the Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, helped pique my curiosity as well. … [Read more...] about Hotel Review: Westin Moana Surfrider

Halekulani Sets Fall Reopening Date

May 11, 2021 by Island Miler

Halekulani Sets Fall Reopening Date

One of the last Hawaii Hotels to reopen since they all shut down last March is, perhaps, one of the most iconic in the state, as the Halekulani sets a fall reopening date. But, the hotel owners have been making great use of their downtime. … [Read more...] about Halekulani Sets Fall Reopening Date

Potential Tax Hike Targeting Honolulu Hotels

June 6, 2019 by Island Miler

Potential Tax Hike Targeting Honolulu Hotels

The City & County of Honolulu needs more operating money, but raising taxes on residents is hard. So the solution could be indirectly taxiing visitors via a potential tax hike targeting Honolulu hotels. … [Read more...] about Potential Tax Hike Targeting Honolulu Hotels

How to do the Honolulu Marathon Right

February 21, 2019 by Island Miler

How to do the Honolulu Marathon Right

This past December, Mrs. Island Miler took the plunge and did the Honolulu Marathon for the first time.  And based on our experience, here's how to do the Honolulu Marathon right for both visitors and kama'aina.   … [Read more...] about How to do the Honolulu Marathon Right

The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later

September 26, 2018 by Island Miler

The Laylow Waikiki - One Year Later

The Laylow Waikiki opened last May, and since it was a hotel I was following closely, I ended up staying there soon after opening.  But much can change in the first year of a hotel's operations.  As a result, I thought it prudent to do a The Laylow Waikiki - one year later review. … [Read more...] about The Laylow Waikiki – One Year Later

Review: The Laylow Waikiki, Autograph Collection

August 15, 2017 by Island Miler

Goodbye Marriott Rewards Rollover Nights

The Laylow Waikiki is one of the newest hotels in Hawaii, and is also one of my favorites. … [Read more...] about Review: The Laylow Waikiki, Autograph Collection

Hawaii Hotel Renovation Update – August 2017

August 9, 2017 by Island Miler

Here's a Hawaii hotel renovation update for August 2017. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Renovation Update – August 2017

Waikiki Select-Service Hotel Comparison

September 7, 2016 by Island Miler

Select-service hotels, such as Courtyard & Hyatt Place are quickly spreading around the world.  They're supposed to be a cheaper alternative to full-service properties like Hyatt Regency, Sheraton, etc.  And as the category name suggests, these hotels typically offer just basic services.  You definitely will not find room service or concierges' at these properties, for … [Read more...] about Waikiki Select-Service Hotel Comparison

Hilton Hawaiian Village

June 28, 2016 by Island Miler

The Hilton Hawaiian Village is a mainstay of Waikiki hotels and is the largest resort on the island.  It's size and popularity HHonors members means the place is, in my opinion, a bit of a circus.  The number of people staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village at any one time is a bit staggering.  The property does have nearly 3,400 rooms, after all, and is still growing!  And … [Read more...] about Hilton Hawaiian Village

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