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Holiday Surf Hotel in Waikiki: A Practical Guide to Rooms, Costs, and Location
A budget-friendly Waikiki base with kitchenette-friendly room options, easy beach access, and a strong walk-to-everything location.
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Holiday Surf Hotel is a straightforward Waikiki stay for travelers who want to keep the trip simple, stay close to the beach, and have room layouts that work better for longer visits than a standard compact hotel room. The property leans into practical features: select rooms with kitchen or kitchenette setups, a walkable location near International Market Place, and the kind of apartment-style comfort that can help stretch a Honolulu stay without losing convenience.
If you are planning a beach-first trip, a family visit, or a longer Oahu stay where having a refrigerator and more usable living space matters, this hotel deserves a close look.
What Holiday Surf Hotel does best
The room mix is especially appealing if you plan to stay several nights and want the option to store food, make breakfast, or keep drinks cold without depending on restaurants for every meal. The hotel’s best feature is how closely it places you to Waikiki Beach and International Market Place. That makes it easier to enjoy the neighborhood without turning every outing into a transportation decision.
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1 Bedroom, Queen Bed, Full Kitchen
One-bedroom layout with a full kitchen.
- Size
- 448 sq ft
- Bed type
- 1 Queen Bed
- Best for
- Guests who want more space and a kitchen setup for longer stays.
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- Free WiFi
Apartment, 1 Bedroom (with 1 Queen Bed and Sofa Bed)
One-bedroom apartment with a sofa bed.
- Size
- 398 sq ft
- Bed type
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
- Best for
- Small groups or families needing extra sleeping space.
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- Free WiFi
1 Bedroom Quad, Oasis
One-bedroom room with four-person occupancy.
- Size
- 448 sq ft
- Bed type
- 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
- Best for
- Travelers sharing a room who want separate twin beds in the same layout.
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- Free WiFi
Studio, 1 Queen Bed (Oasis)
Compact studio with queen bed.
- Size
- 312 sq ft
- Bed type
- 1 Queen Bed
- Best for
- Couples or solo travelers seeking a smaller layout.
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- Free WiFi
2 Bedroom Oasis
Two-bedroom room with canal view.
- Size
- 788 sq ft
- Bed type
- 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
- View
- Canal view
- Best for
- Larger families or groups needing multiple bedrooms.
- 2 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- Free WiFi
Studio Quad Oasis, Kitchen
Studio-style room with kitchen.
- Size
- 350 sq ft
- Bed type
- 2 Double Beds
- Best for
- Small groups wanting two double beds in a studio layout.
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- Free WiFi
1 Bedroom, King Bed Oasis
One-bedroom room with king bed; view type not verified.
- Bed type
- 1 King Bed
- Best for
- Travelers who prefer a king bed and a one-bedroom layout.
Rooms at Holiday Surf Hotel: what the layouts mean
The room mix here points to a hotel that works best when you want more function than flash. The verified options include studios, one-bedroom layouts, two-bedroom layouts, and rooms that can sleep from two up to six guests. Some room categories include kitchen or full kitchen setups, which can make a noticeable difference on a longer Honolulu stay.
If you like to keep breakfast simple, refrigerate drinks, or handle a few easy meals in-room, that is one of the clearest reasons to consider Holiday Surf Hotel over a standard Waikiki room.
Room comfort and amenity value
The most useful amenities here are the ones that simplify a Honolulu stay: free WiFi, air conditioning, a refrigerator, balcony access in some rooms, and kitchen or kitchenette features in select room types and photos. Add laundry facilities, luggage storage, concierge help, and tour/ticket assistance, and the property becomes especially appealing for guests planning several nights in Waikiki.
It is not trying to be flashy. It is trying to be easy to live in.
Hotel logistics
3 PM to 9 PM
11 AM
18
Waikiki, Honolulu
No verified pickup or tour meet-point details were supplied.
Good to know before you book
Holiday Surf Hotel is a useful fit if you want a Waikiki base with easier meal prep potential, a simple room setup, and the ability to walk to major neighborhood sights without relying on a car every day. Parking is available, but the hotel also works well for travelers who plan to keep the trip pedestrian-friendly.
Amenities, dining, and getting around
Amenities and on-site features
Kitchen, pet friendly, free WiFi, air conditioning, laundry, parking available. Aparthotel in Waikiki near International Market Place, Waikiki Beach, and Waikiki Beach Walk. Verified on-site features include laundry facilities, concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, front-desk safe, free newspapers, vending machine, smoke-free premises, elevator, balcony, and in-room WiFi.
Verified room features include free WiFi, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, shower, hair dryer on request, towels, bedsheets, refrigerator, and balcony in some rooms. Kitchen or kitchenette features appear in some room photos and select room types.
Restaurants, breakfast, and nearby food
No specific nearby restaurants were verified from the supplied source. No breakfast inclusion was verified. No nearby grocery details were verified from the supplied source.
Pools, beach access, and activities
Waikiki Beach, about a 7-minute walk.
Transportation and getting around
No verified transit-specific details were supplied. Useful if you want easier access to parking and broader Oahu driving plans. Works well for travelers planning to walk to Waikiki Beach, shopping, and nearby dining.
Nearby attractions and easy add-ons
International Market Place, about a 2-minute walk. Strong Waikiki walkability for beach, shopping, and dining access; within walking distance of International Market Place, Waikiki Beach, Waikiki Beach Walk, and Royal Hawaiian Center.
Restaurants and breakfast options
Use this as a practical food map for Holiday Surf Hotel. Menus, hours, and prices can change by season, but the notes below show what each option is best for before you build your days around the hotel.
Breakfast and morning options
No breakfast inclusion was verified.
Restaurants and nearby food
No specific nearby restaurants were verified from the supplied source.
Groceries, snacks, and easy supplies
No nearby grocery details were verified from the supplied source.
Spa, pools, fitness, and on-site activities
These are the parts of Holiday Surf Hotel that can make a stay feel like more than a room key: pool time, beach access, spa appointments, low-effort meals, and easy activities between bigger Oahu plans.
Spa, wellness, and property features
Kitchen, pet friendly, free WiFi, air conditioning, laundry, parking available. Aparthotel in Waikiki near International Market Place, Waikiki Beach, and Waikiki Beach Walk. Verified on-site features include laundry facilities, concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, front-desk safe, free newspapers, vending machine, smoke-free premises, elevator, balcony, and in-room WiFi.
In-room comforts to compare
Verified room features include free WiFi, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, shower, hair dryer on request, towels, bedsheets, refrigerator, and balcony in some rooms. Kitchen or kitchenette features appear in some room photos and select room types.
Nearby attractions and easy add-ons
A good hotel choice should make the rest of the trip easier. Use these nearby ideas to decide whether Holiday Surf Hotel fits the kind of Waikiki or Honolulu days you want.
Closest attractions to plan around
International Market Place, about a 2-minute walk.
What is easy without a car
Strong Waikiki walkability for beach, shopping, and dining access; within walking distance of International Market Place, Waikiki Beach, Waikiki Beach Walk, and Royal Hawaiian Center.
Transportation and tour pickup notes
No verified transit-specific details were supplied. Works well for travelers planning to walk to Waikiki Beach, shopping, and nearby dining. No verified pickup or tour meet-point details were supplied.
What the stay may cost beyond the nightly rate
Holiday Surf Hotel reads as budget-mid range at a glance, but the total can rise once parking, pet charges, and incidentals are added. Covered self parking is listed at USD $34.49 per day, crib use is listed at USD $30 per day, and pet travelers should account for a USD $40.24 per pet daily fee plus a USD $300 per stay pet deposit.
Taxes and other fees may also apply, and rates can vary by dates and availability. If you are comparing this property with other Waikiki options, focus on how much space and kitchen convenience you will actually use during the stay, not just the headline rate.
Costs to check before booking
Sample rates fluctuate by date and availability; live pricing was shown on the source page.
Taxes and fees may apply to rates and optional extras; fee amounts can change.
USD $34.49 per day
No breakfast inclusion was verified.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary by property policy.
Crib fee: USD $30.00 per day.
USD $40.24 per pet per day; pet deposit USD $300 per stay.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidentals; special requests are subject to availability.
Build the day around the hotel base
If Holiday Surf Hotel is your base, plan the bigger pieces first: arrival timing, beach or pool time, the tours you care about most, and how much transportation you want each day. Then use the hotel details below to confirm that the stay supports that plan. The location is Waikiki. Use the 2.5-star hotel and budget-mid range labels as quick filters, then confirm the live Expedia total before booking.
Getting around from this Waikiki address
The location is one of the strongest reasons to book here. You are close to International Market Place, Waikiki Beach, Waikiki Beach Walk, and Royal Hawaiian Center, so many everyday plans can happen on foot. That is especially useful if you want to spend more time at the beach and less time arranging transportation.
If you are planning larger Oahu outings or prefer the comfort of having a vehicle, the on-site parking option makes the hotel more workable for a car-based itinerary too.
How the neighborhood works for everyday travel
Waikiki is compact, busy, and designed for visitors who like to move between shopping, beach time, and dining without a long commute. Holiday Surf Hotel fits that pattern well. The short walk to Waikiki Beach makes quick sunrise or sunset visits realistic, while the nearby retail core gives you easy access to snacks, shopping, and evening wandering.
For travelers who want a practical base rather than a resort compound, that combination is a major advantage.
Hotel policies to check
3 PM to 9 PM / 11 AM
18
Pet friendly; dogs only; up to 2 pets total, up to 50 lbs per pet; pets allowed in specific rooms; pet fee and deposit apply; service animals exempt.
Smoking not allowed.
Covered self parking on site with in/out privileges; offsite parking also available.
Elevator available. No accessible-room details were verified from the supplied source.
Policy notes before booking
Check-in and check-out
Check-in is from 3 PM to 9 PM, and check-out is by 11 AM. The minimum check-in age is 18, so this is a workable choice for adults traveling on their own, couples, friends, and many family trips with an adult guest leading the reservation.
Smoking and pets
Smoking is not allowed. The property is pet friendly for dogs only, with limits on number and size. Pets are allowed only in specific rooms, and both a pet fee and pet deposit apply, so pet travelers should factor that into the total stay cost.
Parking
Covered self parking is available on site with in/out privileges, and offsite parking is also available. The on-site parking fee is listed at USD $34.49 per day, which is worth weighing if you are choosing between a walk-heavy Waikiki stay and a broader Oahu driving plan.
Deposit and incidentals
A government-issued photo ID and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidentals. That makes sense for a more practical, apartment-style stay where special requests and room assignments can matter.
Accessibility
An elevator is available. No verified accessible-room details were supplied, so travelers with specific mobility needs should compare room layouts and building access carefully before reserving.
Why Waikiki works well for this hotel
Holiday Surf Hotel makes the most sense for travelers who want Waikiki to feel efficient. You can walk to the beach, cut across to shopping when you need supplies, and return to a room that is more functional than decorative. If your ideal Honolulu stay involves an early beach start, a casual lunch, a few hours of shopping, and an easy evening back at the room, this neighborhood and hotel style line up nicely.
Who should book this hotel?
You want a simpler Waikiki stay with kitchen potential
The room mix is especially appealing if you plan to stay several nights and want the option to store food, make breakfast, or keep drinks cold without depending on restaurants for every meal.
You prefer walking over driving
The hotel’s best feature is how closely it places you to Waikiki Beach and International Market Place. That makes it easier to enjoy the neighborhood without turning every outing into a transportation decision.
You are traveling as a small group or family
Several room types sleep four or more guests, and the one- and two-bedroom layouts give you better odds of finding a configuration that suits shared travel.
Who should compare other hotels?
If you are looking for a property that feels more polished or more upscale in atmosphere, compare options like OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel or Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach. If the shortest possible walk to sand and surf is your top priority, look at The Twin Fin Hotel as a nearby alternative.
Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites is worth comparing if you want kitchen-style convenience but want to weigh a different room feel and hotel scale.
Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites
A suite-friendly Waikiki property with kitchen-style room options that suits longer stays and families.
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The Twin Fin Hotel
A beach-adjacent Waikiki stay near Kuhio Beach and Honolulu Zoo that works well for travelers wanting a lively, casual base.
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OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
A central Waikiki hotel close to International Market Place that works well for travelers prioritizing walkability.
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Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
A centrally located Waikiki hotel near the beach and International Market Place with broad visitor appeal.
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Hotel La Croix
A boutique-leaning Waikiki hotel near Fort DeRussy with a convenient location between Ala Moana and central Waikiki.
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Shoreline Hotel Waikiki
A colorful boutique-style hotel in central Waikiki for travelers who want shopping, dining, and beach access nearby.
Check ratesWho this hotel fits best
Best for longer Waikiki stays
The kitchen-friendly room mix and refrigerator access make this a smart candidate for travelers who do not want to eat every meal out.
Best for value-minded beach trips
If you care more about location and practical room features than resort extras, this hotel offers a useful balance.
Best for shared-room travel
Rooms that sleep four or six make it easier for friends or families to stay in the same base without splitting into multiple units.
What to weigh before booking
What works well here
Strong Waikiki walkability, multiple room sizes, kitchen potential in select rooms, laundry facilities, pet-friendly policy for dogs, and a practical location near major shopping and beach access.
What to weigh carefully
Parking adds cost, accessible-room details were not verified, the property is smoke-free, and the experience is more functional than luxury-focused.
Alternative hotels to compare
If Holiday Surf Hotel is close to what you want but not an exact fit, a few nearby hotels can help you fine-tune the balance between location, room style, and overall feel.
Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites
A suite-friendly Waikiki property with kitchen-style room options that suits longer stays and families.
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The Twin Fin Hotel
A beach-adjacent Waikiki stay near Kuhio Beach and Honolulu Zoo that works well for travelers wanting a lively, casual base.
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OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
A central Waikiki hotel close to International Market Place that works well for travelers prioritizing walkability.
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Luana Waikiki Hotel & Suites
A good comparison point if you want suite-style convenience and similar long-stay appeal with a different property feel.
The Twin Fin Hotel
Worth a look if beach proximity and a more lively atmosphere matter more than kitchen-style practicality.
OUTRIGGER Waikiki Paradise Hotel
Useful for travelers who want a central Waikiki base with easy access to shopping and a more traditional hotel profile.
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach
A fair comparison if you want central access and broad visitor appeal in the same neighborhood.
Hotel La Croix
A different choice if you want a boutique-leaning Waikiki stay and are comparing location against ambiance.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Holiday Surf Hotel a good choice for a longer stay in Waikiki?
Yes, it can be a strong fit if you want more than a basic overnight room. The combination of one-bedroom layouts, larger multi-person options, refrigerator access, and kitchen or kitchenette potential in select rooms makes it easier to settle in for several nights. If you are planning to keep breakfast simple or store snacks and drinks, that practical setup can matter as much as the location itself.
How far is Holiday Surf Hotel from Waikiki Beach?
Waikiki Beach is about a 7-minute walk away. That is close enough for repeat beach visits during the day and makes it easy to go back to your room for a break, lunch, or a quick change before heading out again. For many travelers, that walk time is a sweet spot because it stays convenient without paying for a beachfront room.
What room type should I choose if I want the most space?
The 2 Bedroom Oasis is the largest verified room category, at 788 square feet, and it sleeps up to six guests. If you want a smaller but still roomy apartment-style setup, the 1 Bedroom, Queen Bed, Full Kitchen is also a practical choice with 448 square feet and a more self-contained feel. The best room depends on whether your priority is sleeping space or a fuller kitchen setup.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Yes, the hotel is pet friendly for dogs, but only in specific rooms and with limits on size and number. A pet fee and a pet deposit apply, so it is important to count those costs into your trip budget before you book. Service animals are exempt.
Will I need a car at Holiday Surf Hotel?
Not necessarily. The hotel is in a very walkable part of Waikiki, with strong access to the beach and major shopping areas. If your trip is centered on Waikiki, you may find that walking works well for most of the stay. A car can still be helpful if you want to explore farther across Oahu or prefer the convenience of on-site parking.
Bottom line
Holiday Surf Hotel is a sensible Waikiki choice when you want an easy neighborhood base, better-than-average room practicality, and the option to book a layout that matches how you actually travel. It is not trying to sell you on resort spectacle. Instead, it gives you a location near the beach and major shopping, room types that suit solo guests through larger groups, and the kind of in-room convenience that can make a Honolulu stay feel smoother. If that is the balance you are after, it is worth comparing dates and room sizes closely.
