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Aqua Equus

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4 of 5 stars 84 reviews
84 Reviews
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# 28 of 85 hotels in Honolulu
Description: Convenient 10-story Hotel in central location across from Ala Wai Yacht Harbor; near Waikiki Beach & Ala Moana Shopping Center.
  • Address
    1696 Ala Moana Boulevard
    (formerly Hawaii Polo Inn)
    Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
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TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars Based on 84 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4 based on 74 reviews Rooms
    • 4 based on 72 reviews Service
    • 4 based on 74 reviews Value
    • 4 based on 74 reviews Cleanliness
  • Recommended For:
    • 60% based on 81 reviews Young singles
    • 40% based on 81 reviews Families with teenagers
    • 30% based on 81 reviews Families with young children
    • 30% based on 81 reviews Older travelers
    • 20% based on 81 reviews An amazing honeymoon

Reviews of Aqua Equus

( 1-10 of 84 )
Jun 15, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Not knowing much about Waikikii, we booked the hotel as it was close to the Ala Moana Shopping Center. 5min walk. The room was clean, plus there was enough room for two weeks worth of shopping and bags. Coffee was provided, and a small mini fridge. We booked a room with two double beds, and it was the most comfortable... more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales and Marketing

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to read that you enjoyed all the special qualities of The Equus including it's "welcoming, cozie" style. Athena sends her Aloha and will look forward to welcoming you back. Warm Aloha Susan Weander Director of Sales susan.weander@hawaiipolo.com

4 of 5 stars
Vancouver
May 29, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I was pleasantly surprised that I could find a nicely appointed hotel near the beach in Waikiki for $100 a night! All the rooms had been renovated with granite and tile bathrooms (although I had no tub so inquire if you need one), flat screen TV, patio with furniture, internet access (some rooms have it included as part of the... more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales and Marketing

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to read that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the recommendation and glad you enjoyed the newly renovated rooms and the convenience of our location to beach and shopping and that you found it to be a great value in Waikiki. We look forward to welcoming you back. Warm Aloha Susan...

5 of 5 stars
Chicago, IL
May 29, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Although our stay at the Equus was only for one night, my husband and I were very pleased with this hotel. We needed a place to stay before going to the airport for an early morning flight home and did not want to stay at an airport hotel since some of those reviews were scary. The room we had was... more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales and Marketing

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to read that you enjoyed your stay and we appreciate your recommendation. We will look forward to your next visit and we hope you will have more time to stay longer and enjoy all that Waikiki has to offer. When you return you will experience a newly renovated elevator. Also, please know...

5 of 5 stars
Hilo, Hawaii
May 27, 2008

Close to everything, not ocean front, but works for the price. Nice room, small continental bkfast, small pool, great rates, make a nice place to rest. Enjoy Oahu more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales and Marketing

Thank you for your review and your recommendation. We were pleased to read you enjoyed your stay at The Equus and Oahu. We look forward to welcoming you back to Waikiki and The Equus. Warm Aloha Susan Weander Director of Sales susan.weandere@hawaiipolo.com

1 of 5 stars
jayme82
May 27, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

The hotel itself was very old and nothing like the pictures on expedia. When i first arrived the service was bad and so was the building, the elevators was probably the first ever installed on the island of Oahu it took atleast 15 minutes for it to arrive. Along with the rediculous wait for the elevator it was also nasty... more

Management response from
hawaiipolohawaii, Sales and Marketing

Thank you for your review. We were sorry to read that your stay did not meet your expectations. We wish we could have known of the challenges you expereinced and that we could have had the opportunity to have offered to change your room so we could have done our best to ensure your had a pleasant stay and meet...

5 of 5 stars
Denver, CO
May 9, 2008

My boyfriend is stationed at Schofield Barracks so I've been out there 3 times in the past year to visit. The Aqua Equus has by far been the best hotel out of the three I've stayed at. The room was neat and clean, had a very comfy bed and was just overall a nice place to stay. You don't spend... more

May 1, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

Like so many others, I read review after review on this and many other properties before finally making the decision to book here. What finally became the deciding factors were the price and pictures of the refurbished rooms. With 6 of us traveling I wanted the most affordable rooms with the greatest comfort. I am pleased to say that we... more

Apr 30, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Hotel is in a great location. The hotel staff are very friendly and personable. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. This is my fourth time staying at this hotel and would recommend. more

4 of 5 stars
santabarbara,ca
Apr 28, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Following an extensive family visit to Arizona and Ohio, I felt it necessary to visit Hawaii for some relaxation. I chose to go to Oahu for a change, and try a small non-resort hotel. Friends who live in Honolulu recommended the Equus Hotel on Ala Moana. The hotel is family-owned, and is run like a bed & breakfast. Rooms are... more

2 of 5 stars
Atlanta, Georgia
Apr 27, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

The Aqua Equus turned out to be a decent hotel. We booked The Equus because of the photos you see on Expedia were much more "newer" and less "flowery comforters" than other hotels in the area. Needless to say, the rooms looked like the one in the photo. We ended up with a room with 2 double beds. The bathroom... more

Reviews of Aqua Equus

( 1-10 of 84 )
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Aqua Equus Address

1696 Ala Moana Boulevard, (formerly Hawaii Polo Inn), Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815