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On the beach
Exterior detail
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 228 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

@ Marbella Lane - Waikiki Studio | Beach 15 Steps

Summary:
Waikiki Grand Hotel is in the absolute best location in Waikiki!

• 306 SQFT
• sanitized, self-checkin (contact free)
• everything is walking distance - beaches, restaurants, shopping, honolulu zoo & waikiki qquarium, family-friendly activities, nightlife, and public transportation
• located on the preferred 'front' of the waikiki grand hotel, that over looks diamond head, honolulu zoo park and is one block from the world famous waikiki beach
• parking is not included with this studio
• Public Patio is located on the 10th floor

The Space:
Managed by | Marbella Lane | Full-service vacation rental property management | Top 1% performer by AirDNA

studio • 1 bath • 1 kitchen

Additional Notes:

Please be aware that the community pool is managed by the Hotel Management team. Any alterations to the schedule or maintenance procedures in the pool area can affect the pool availability and are not within our jurisdiction. Thank you for your understanding.

Studio remodeled with a spacious kitchenette, built in electric cook top and regular size fridge. The entire unit finished with stone floors, tons of storage and 'smooth' ceilings for a clean modern look. And Enjoy the wall mounted flat screen TV from the king size bed!

Note: located in permitted resort area (134 Kapahulu Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815)

The Neighborhood:
Waikiki Grand Hotel is right across street from small pier, ocean, and zoo. This end of Waikiki has the largest and best beach of the strip.

Kapiolani Park and Waikiki Aquarium are a few minutes walk, 5 minutes or less.

Getting Around:
• Parking info. There is no parking included with this apartment. Building parking is $17 a day - call Waikiki Grand Hotel reserve a spot.

• You can park for free around Kapiolani park which is about a 5-minute walk. Parking is on the "Paki Street" side of the park and along Monsarrat St. Kapiolani Park has free metered parking from 6pm-10am daily and all-day on Sundays.

• Across the street, you can park at the zoo for only $1 an hour. This can be the cheapest option since you only pay for what you need.

• If you choose not to rent a car, there are multiple bus routes just steps away. Uber or Lyft also available. I recommend only renting car on days you plan to go North Shore. Everything else is walking distance or easily accessible by bus which is one of the best systems in US.

Other Things to Note:
CANCELLATION POLICY: Specific Cancellation policy applies on each platforms. NO Refund within 30 days of check-in, if you book on our website.
Security Deposit ($500 USD)
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• Smoking, Events/Parties are *STRICTLY* Prohibited, Security Deposit at Risk!!
- Due to the fact it is centrally located, you may experience louder than necessary in respect to public noises
- If you need a quieter stay, we do have other units available, please contact the host
• Coin Laundry onsite with $1.5 each time

Additional note:-
Please respect the community: No parties, events and keep outside noise to a minimum after 10pm. Ask for approval if you've visitors, and additional guests fees applies.

Groups of visitors, and party size visitors are not allowed.
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Note: We have a no pet policy, but if you must bring a per there is a fee of $200 per pet per stay. Also, an extra guest fee applies after 02 guests $25 per person, per night.

To provide a more homely experience a $45 damage protection program is in place to secure after the booking is confirmed for enhanced protection and peace of mind allowing you to fully enjoy your visit without any concerns!

Interaction with Guests:
We respond promptly to messages, calls or e-mails.

Property manager

MARBELLA LANE

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 306 sq ft (28 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number TA-071-830-1696-01, GE-071-830-1696-01

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Honolulu, HI

What's nearby

  • Honolulu Zoo - 2 min walk
  • Waikiki Beach - 7 min walk
  • International Market Place - 12 min walk
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 16 min walk
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 25 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lulu's Surf Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tikis Grill & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cheeseburger in Paradise - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Eggs 'n Things - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does @ Marbella Lane - Waikiki Studio | Beach 15 Steps have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is @ Marbella Lane - Waikiki Studio | Beach 15 Steps pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at @ Marbella Lane - Waikiki Studio | Beach 15 Steps?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at @ Marbella Lane - Waikiki Studio | Beach 15 Steps?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is @ Marbella Lane - Waikiki Studio | Beach 15 Steps located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waikiki apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Beach. International Market Place and Kaimana Beach are also within 15 minutes.

@ Marbella Lane - Waikiki Studio | Beach 15 Steps Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stefan Z., Spanish Fort, Al

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location..but
Everything was great except the noise from the bar downstairs. The room, communications and check in process all great. Location is awesome. No issues whatsoever. BUT…there’s a bar with no windows on the second floor and the party goes on until 2 am every day. If that doesn’t bother you this is your place. If it does thou..
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Average room
Room 509 at the Waikiki Grand Hotel was okay. We had some trouble getting the TV to work. The air conditioner blew directly at our faces while in bed, and didn't seem to be a way to redirect it. The windows were taped shut, yet other rooms in the hotel had windows that opened. The mattress was lumpy which caused my wife to have trouble sleeping and irritated her (already) bad back. For the price of the room, it was adequate but probably would not recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Fantastic! Would stay there again next trip!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location; convenient
We like the price and features of this property. The bed was very comfortable. The room was super clean. Great view. The kitchen was convenient. The unit could use some towel bars and/or hooks. The host was very responsive and communication was good. The 10th floor deck gave great view of Diamond Head and the Pacific looking to the south. The pool was enclosed next to the parking lot. We never went there. The staff was very nice. The Hulu Bar and the burger joint were in the Hotel; that was convenient. We walked to the beach; it was 1/2 block away. Starbucks and ABC stores were adjacnet.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and View
Great location! You can see both the beach and the mountains from the condo. It was clean and easy checkin
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views, best beach!
We loved being on the edge of Waikiki, with the views of ocean, zoo, and Dimond Head. The protected calm beach next to the pier was perfect for us, and the beach chairs saved us each the cost of renting for $10 per hour! We also enjoyed the 10th floor patio and meeting some of the year round residents.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeff and Lisa W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location, Frustrating Experience
The location was the best part of this booking; the suite is as described, and close to the beach. However, the quality of the cleaning when we arrived was not great, and there were cockroaches in the kitchen, which we didn’t discover until part-way through our stay; the unit needed pest control and a thorough deep-cleaning. Our biggest issue was that the fridge/freezer didn’t work properly, despite the management company promising in advance that this unit would have a freezer; we noted on arrival (at midnight) that there was a second bar fridge in the unit, and that the normal sized fridge/freezer was not operating properly. We notified Marbella Lane promptly the next morning, and they pretended that it was a new problem, wanting photos, asking for a site visit, etc. The local staffer did appear, and admitted that this was a known issue; thus began a saga of dozens of emails back and forth with Marbella Lane, trying to get the issue resolved. I depend on medication that must be kept at a particular temperature, and on ice packs for pain management. They promised they were “on it.” Their messages were polite, and it seemed like the local staffer genuinely tried to help, but the new fridge/freezer still wasn’t delivered for six days, and that severely affected my ability to enjoy the vacation. They also had many odd “rules”, and threatened extra fees for any wear and tear, make-up on towels, etc. Bottom line: we’ll choose a different suite next time.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great condo!
The condo is close to the beach, the staff is great and we will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jodee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location!
The best location of Waikiki. This unit has no double pane windows so you hear street noise and the bar tel 1:30 am. A real nightmare. Motorcycles are all the time… unit was adequate.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Alexandra E.

Beautiful View with Shortcomings
Beautiful view room in a great location with two fast elevators and a courteous staff who want to be helpful, however: 1) Our refrigerator didn’t work; so, two curdled containers of cream later, Marbella finally brought us a working fridge. 2) The air conditioner was too close to the bed and blasted our heads with cold, making it impossible to sleep. We solved this problem by placing the two provided fans at the base of the bed. 3) The hot water was intermittent. 4) And, yes, my husband killed four cockroaches…just small ones though. 5) Noisy street outside; the white noise from the fans helped to subdue it. 6) Dirty windows needed to be cleaned!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Becky M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The booking, check-in process and communication were great!
The room was stocked with the items mentioned on the website. Good place to stay if you want to hang in Waikiki everything is very close
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Diane

Traveled with partner
Nor 15 steps from beach. Very dated!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views and Rental Company
My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon and absolutely LOVED the room. From one direction you see gorgeous views of Diamond Head, and the other the beautiful ocean. You can see the sunrise come up over the Mountain right from the room, or you can walk to the pier which is right past the hotel. We had an issue with the TV connection when we first arrived, and Marbella was right on top of it making sure it was taken care of. There was NO lapse in time communicating on their end, which we really appreciated! The room actually had more than the description (unless I didn’t notice it when we booked). They provided pretty much everything including beach towels, beach chairs, a beach bag and flippers for snorkeling. Everything else in the description was on point (if not more) and we had EVERYTHING needed to cook. They provided dishes, silverware, coffee, sugar, trash bags, all the cookware, a bottle opener, a water cooler, dish soap/sponge, paper towels, toilet paper, bath towels, a pack and play, two blow up mattresses, an iron, a blow dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, a vacuum, mop, broom and dust pan and also extra heavy blankets (I’m extremely Anemic so that was a huge bonus for me)! Everything was well labeled for locating it too! After checkout they did hold our bags so we didn’t have to lug them around (as we had a large gap between checkout and our flight), but the Hotel itself didn’t seem to want to do it. We were told others had priority because we weren’t “their guests”, which was the really the only downside because we were told that was a service offered. I don’t believe this was actually an issue with the rental company itself (considering how well we were accommodated), so regardless, we give this rental 5 stars! Thank you so much for letting us stay in your second home, we had a wonderful experience! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graig

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent, service, great unobstructed views of the beach, Diamond Head and the Zoo
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location
We got everything we needed and then some. Wish we could stay longer. This location was amazing. Less than a block from the sand and a great view of Diamond Head outside our window. Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon
Great property, perfect for those who want to be close to the beach and out and about. Perfectly quaint with all necessary amenities for our honeymoon in Waikiki. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard A., Longview, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and price
Very good. Interesting that lanai has turned into part of the unit. Good in the respect that unit is bigger, but no ability to be outside. Really good location and there are many nearby places to eat and drink, close to the beach and bus stops. Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Kasandra S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wouldn't stay here again.
This place was not all it's cracked up to be. The best part is it's close to Waikiki but that also meant it's super loud and there were sirens going on at night and even an anti-mask protest with tons of honking, which is not the property managers fault. But that was the "good" stuff. The first thing I noticed walking in was the really bad paint job on the cabinets. You'll see. But again, I could have let that go. I also could have let go of the bucket on the floor next to the AC or the sign limiting what temp you can set the AC at (cause I get that electric is expensive in Hawaii). The part that really bothered me about this place was that the property managers just seem greedy. They limit how much TP you get (3 of the smallest rolls ever that seem to empty out within 24 hours) so you have to buy your own, which at $200+ dollars a night, you could really afford to give people the TP they need. They only give you one large trash bag and 2 bathroom ones. They limit your paper towels to 2 rolls (which we only used part of one but eventually had to use it as TP and just toss in the trash because we were running out of TP)... Which again... Just why?! Ever hear the quote, "a person never goes poor by giving?" A lot of VRBOs leave certain leftover items (like spices, sauces, dressings) or laundry detergent, or give you water bottles, or a small welcome package, or SOMETHING to die you they care, but you definitely won't get ANYTHING from this place. In fact there are signs that they count all their plates and linen and if anything is missing or if you accidently break a plate or glass, you will be charged. We got locked out of our room on our second day. All of a sudden, the room code just wouldn't work. My husband has cancer and this is was his bucket list trip. He wasn't feeling good and really needed to lay down but they couldn't tell us when someone was coming and offered no compensation to make things right. Just basically "sorry, we'll have someone there when we can." There was a blanket that smelled awful and after the "local representative" let us back in our room, she took the blanket with her to wash. This place is obviously owned by a larger company that only cares about money and it really shows, and because there is zero heart or Aloha from this place, I recommend staying somewhere else that feels more homey and caring. You truly just feel like a number. There's more, but apparently I'm limited on characters for this review.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Parking across the street at Honolulu zoo made our stay here super convenient for our car. The Waikiki beach is just minutes walking distance. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lyn B.

Right across the street of the zoo. Great location if you like the hustle and bustle of Waikiki.
This property was ok. Location was right across the street of the zoo. Reserve parking with the hotel before you go or you will have to seek parking elsewhere. And you dont want that hastle because parking is scarce. We were not told to make reservations and we just assumed we would be able to park at hotel. That was not the case. The pics of the room was ok also. There is a window ac in the room that was not in the pics. And it blew on our heads because of where it was. That was not comfortable. It did cool the room though. But the drain tube in is a bucket on the floor next to the bed🤷‍♀️ The bathroom is on a small scale. The bathroom sink was rusty and little bit of mold in the shower. The kitchenette was good but we only used the sink and fridge. There were beach towels and chairs available in the room. There is a bar on the 2nd floor and you can barely hear the music at night. And it is a gay bar if you like that. Hotel staff are very helpful and friendly. They also have Roku on the tv. All in all it was a good room.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location
The location is amazing. Views of the beach, the zoo, and diamond head all in one go. The little bar in the building had just reopened and the staff were lovely. There is another beautiful place to eat and drink a block up, as well as around the corner. Comfortable bed, quiet neighbors, friendly staff at the desk. Just what we were looking for. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020