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Best WLM Reviews
We loved our stay!! It was amazing!!
We arrived at 10am, but check-in was at 3pm. They stored our luggage, and offered us an area to change before we set off to explore Waikiki unencumbered by our carry-ons and backpacks. The lady at the front desk was personable and friendly, smiling and taking care of our check in. When our room was ready for check in, the man also working at the front desk, escorted us to our room with our luggage, engaging us with the details of the hotel, amenities, and helpful tips.
Our room was clean. I know because I always clean when we check in; I do a mattress check, I clean surfaces, and check the carpet. I even like to leave dark spaces dark to check near water sources for bugs with my flashlight (a little more difficult at a day time check in, but usually bathrooms are darker). It not only looked clean, but it was clean! We had our own lanai, the room was spacious, and we had tons of windows, so lots of natural light and fresh air.
Side note: I’ve read negative reviews about the rooms, and I’m glad I did not heed them. Yes, some items were out of date, but for the staff and price and location and view and cleanliness-it wasn’t that big of an issue.
During the week the housekeeping staff checked in on us and she was wonderful and friendly too.
The pool and hot tubs (two!) and play structure were perfect. We didn’t spend as much time enjoying them as we could’ve because the beach was so close, but you can enjoy the sunset from the recreation deck.
There is a washer and dryer on each floor. They are coin operated and also link to an app to pay electronically. I was able to get a free wash with the app.
There’s also a Little Free Library on the lobby floor near the restrooms. I ended up leaving the rest of our unused laundry detergent and the beach umbrella that I bought. A couple hours later those items were gone, and I was happy someone else could use them!
The lobby is beautiful. There’s also a little cafe with great coffee on the lobby floor.
Every morning we enjoyed the sunrise from our lanai, made breakfast with coffee from our kitchen, and made our way out for the day.
Overall, we felt very blessed to stay here. The staff members we encountered made our first impression amazing, and the cleanliness, amenities, and location confirmed it. We enjoyed our week.
From the staff, to the accommodations and amenities, the proximity to attractions, we felt so blessed to be staying here!! We usually travel local, and this was far from home, and it was amazing. I always clean when I check into a hotel, and this room was already clean, I was impressed. From warm staff at check in, to help getting our luggage to our room, and welcoming friendly faces, we had the best time. Thank you!!
We can only recommend the accommodation to a limited extent. First of all, you should know that the pictures of the accommodation are heavily edited. The furnishings are as shown in the pictures, but are very worn. The chairs and sofa have a few stains. The apartment itself, towels and bed linen were clean. During our stay, there were two fire alarms and the building had to be evacuated. Once we had to report a smoke alarm in the middle of the night, which the neighbors didn't notice. What was really worrying, however, was that there had been two credit card scams before our stay!
I recently stayed at the Waikīkī Banyan and didn’t have the best experience. The staff was unkind whenever we had any issues or questions. Our room wasn’t cleaned very well there was hair in the shower and hair ties on the floor, our beds were hard as a rock so we decided to ask for a new room two nights in. Our second room was a lot better comfort and view wise but we found two alive cockroaches and the carpet smelt like pee. We dealt with it anyways because the staff didn’t seem to want to help. The elevators are very slow we’d be waiting 5-10 minutes to even get into an elevator! Wouldn’t recommend this place unless it’s the cheapest option.
Stayed here for a week in early September. This hotel is in a fantastic location, it's one block back from the main Waikiki beach strip. It's also within a 15 minute walk of the international market, all the Waikiki shops, and the zoo. Diamond Head is about a 40 minute walk away and Ala Moana mall is a quick 10 minute drive. The room was really nice, there was a double bed and a single bed and also a couch that folded out into another double bed. The kitchen was pretty fully equipped which is great if you want to cook your own meals - there was a huge fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, oven, etc. There is laundry facilities (paid) on every floor. The pool was great as well. The only downside was that they were renovating the elevators which meant that sometimes you would have to wait 10-15 mins for an elevator - but you could always take the stairs if you are able to. Would definitely recommend staying here, we had a great time.
The hotel is very old and worn, depressing and in desperate need of updating. The location could not be better, however.
You could spend your entire vacation waiting for the elevator. A 10- or 15-minute wait was not unusual.
The staff was great.
There was also an evacuation order late at night that came over a loudspeaker. NO ADDITIONAL INFO WAS EVER GIVEN! No all clear, no false alarm - nothing.
Okay, so this place is not worth it, the room is spacious but you’re also staying with residents who live there. Sometimes it feels like you have loud neighbors above you, Or to the sides of you. The elevator we took was to the right of reception near the parking garage so it always smells like smoke. This was also an “additional charge of $100 for parking and another $150 for resort fees.” I’m not sure why they don’t charge you as a whole cost instead of surprising us once we’re there. Overall, we didn’t feel like we experienced a Resort stay, it felt like someone Airbnb’d their condo to us. Yes the kitchenette seems like a good way to save some cash but food is expensive no matter what.
The Banyan is so convenient. The location is perfect. Our trip was the first time for my granddaughters, and this was a perfect place to stay. The building is definitely aging, but the value, where it is, and free parking is so worth it. I personally have stated here many, many times. The staff is excellent. Melissa is your go-to person. She is efficient and knowledgeable. We took a Pearl Harbor tour, and they picked us up just around the corner. No driving. Very convenient. Great stay!
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