The Breakers Hotel

A humble motel centrally located within Waikiki.Listen: If you need a cheap and clean no frills motel that is close to Waikiki and has free parking (first come first serve each day) and you want to support a family business, then this place is for you.I caught myself in a situation where I overlooked my lodging accommodations for an upcoming trip to Oahu and my usual stand ins (Surf Jack, Laylow, White Sands) were exorbitantly priced. Basically I was being cheap but wanting to be in a decent place that wouldn't be inconveniently located, an AirBnB, or sketchy. Enter: The Breakers Hotel. The hotel is family owned and run and because of this is a bit quirky in their operations. While they do have a website and they appear on booking.com and other third party websites, you book reservations via human connecting via phone. I booked a standard studio double at a rate of $150 for two nights. The rooms are quite dated (think visiting your grandparents who refuse to replace their spring mattress) and seem to have a retiree demographic. I was placed in the rear of the hotel closest to the onsite restaurant that appeared to be quite popular with people who weren't staying at the hotel. The room was a bit weird to me in that there was a full sized galley style kitchen with a stove top, oven, sink, etc. A bit unsightly but if it bothers you, you can conceal with sliding tatami doors.The linens were kind of crunchy and old but clean. I wouldn't say I felt super comfortable and I typically try to spend as much time as possible outside of my lodgings anyway so it was fine. The towels are clean and you get more enough. The bathroom size is generous with a shower inside that was very ADA compliant.The staff that I interacted with were okay, no issues. I had my own personal WiFi so I didn't have any experience with theirs because I didn't use it but can't imagine it being strong/ useful given the conditions of this place. I laid out in the large pool area and imagined the potential of this place being cute in the past and in the future while offending some of the geriatric community here with my bikini. lol. Parking is free but limited (I think it was 5 spots) and located in the rear. The location also can't be beat as it's tucked within an old area of Waikiki which is kind of nice and away from the crowds/ traffic so it was easy for my uber to get me.Just really lower your expectations and you'll find this place is fine.

Called to get a rate for a monthlong stay "Sorry we only do by the day". Then the next person on the phone said "for a month it would be a weekly rate". Ok, I say. I'm coming in on April 1st. "Doesn't matter. Are you coming in or inquiring. "I'd like to know the rate". Hung up on me. If this is how terrible their service is wouldn't be worth it at any price. Good riddance!

Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable Hawaiian style rooms and suites. It is a "local oasis" in Waikiki's sea of high rise hotels. Classic Hawaii. Don't miss Japanese restaurant in corner "Wasabi Bistro". Be sure to make a reservation as they fill up fast. Great food, sushi, fish, specialty dishes, wine and sake. Also a "find." Close to shopping, restaurants, beaches, activities. All worth it.

Cute old time hotel. The staff treats you like family - they know your name- none of the big impersonal feeling you get from the bigger hotels. They have 2 sweet kitties who the guests can take for a walk Onsite Japanese restaurant is pretty good. Only downside is that parking is tight, although you can park at the nearby post office after hours for $5. Walking distance to the beach and the promenade. My pick for a Waikiki hotel anytime!

This hotel is a joke, they are so rude and there is mold everywhere in my upgraded room that they charged me for the same rate as a real hotel, they should be out of business the scum bags I want my money back you thieves! I see when someone puts a bad review on they cheat and lie to do a good one, stay here at your own risk!

Great staff. Good location. Vintage hotel for sure . Definitely shows it's age. You get what you pay for.

DO NOT STAY HERE FOR ANY PRICE! YOU COULDN'T PAY ME TO STAY HERE!!This place was BY FAR the worst hotel I've ever seen. I had stayed here once before in 2021, when it was under different ownership. It was a cool, old, funky place with cats roaming the property. What I encountered last Friday, was frightening. The ad stayed the following: 1) Elevators - they don't exist in this property, and there is no one to help with bags. I even asked and was refused. 2) parking - I was told to park at post office a block away, and roll 4 bags down a dark alley alone after dark to get back to hotel.3) wifi included - they charged me an additional $206 for 1 week of wifi upon arrival. WIFI NEVER WORKED EVEN AFTER PAYING TWICEThere is no maid service. If you need soap or towels or shampoo, you have to go to front desk and pay extra There was a back door that wouldn't close properly, that went to an allyThere are ants everywhere I heard 5 other people complain as I stood in line to cancel the rest of my reservation Jason told me to come back the next morning, and he would refund the rest of my trip. When I went back to the next morning, I was told that Jason would not be at work that day and then a manager was not on property or available to speak with for three more days.BIGGEST SCAM EVER!!!

I had a good time and everything one needs is very close or at least within a mile. Pick up some groceries at Foodland - 1.2 miles or Don Quijote - 1.1 miles and make your breakfast and snacks. 24 hour fitness is exactly a mile away. A nice and quiet pool area where one can relax unlike the big hotels with very crowded pool areas and ridiculous resort and other fees. Who cares if the rooms are a little dated. Your only sleeping there and taking care of other personal business and not really hanging out all day. The staff is super friendly and I will go back again for sure because of the Aloha vibe. And, the onsite Wasabi Bistro has some of the best Sushi I've ever eaten - period!

This is one of those few places I am both loathe and giddy to share. What a gem!I noticed this place many years ago, on my first trip to HI, on my first walk to the beach and was intrigued by how charming and cloistered it looked. And on my second visit I stayed there for 10 days.Many have already described the decor, and yes, it is right out of the 60s and is a little tired and worn, but spotless and has everything you need. I was vacationing alone and could not have chosen a better atmosphere. The staff is amazing, they are considerate and make this hotel a wonderful little community. It is quiet and private and comfortable. The location is in the middle of the "action" but secluded from it. Everything in Waikiki is within easy walking distance including shopping, great restaurants and the beach. If I am fortunate to visit Oahu again this is the only place I'll stay.

This is a 1 star hotel. If you like mould, dark and aged decor delivered by women who couldn't care less then this is the place for you. We booked 3 months ahead, the room we were given had peeling wallpaper, mould and the room was at best aged 70's . The wifi doesn't work in the room we were given and I was told most people are happy to go to the desk to get good wifi. I explained the room was in very poor condition (care factor zero) we were offered a pool room at $20 extra., which now is the same price as the Hilton hotel with ocean views and much nicer experience I have stayed there before and never will again and I would suggest you shop around. It's more like an over priced backpacker hostel.