OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort

The iconic home of surf culture — right on the sand of world-famous Waikiki Beach, with Diamond Head on the horizon and Duke's in the lobby.

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I remember arriving at this Outrigger property after a week in Fiji. Wow. What a difference. City beach vibes all the way. Think Surfers Paradise, with a Hawaiian soul. Waikiki has the same golden-beach, high-rise, walk-everywhere buzz Australians love — but its towers look out on the birthplace of surfing. The resort sits right on the sand where Duke Kahanamoku surfed, Diamond Head on the horizon and aloha in the air. It's all go, go, go, and I love, love, love!
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JustineIsland Escapes Destinations Specialist

Some Waikiki hotels simply face the beach. This one grew out of it. The resort stands on the original site of the Outrigger Canoe Club, home of the legendary Waikiki beach boys and Duke Kahanamoku’s stretch of sand — and that heritage still shapes the days here.

Mornings start early at the Voyager 47 Club Lounge, with breakfast and the sun coming up over Diamond Head. Days can be as easy as a surf lesson on the Canoes break, an hour by the oceanfront pool, lunch at the Sunrise Shack, an afternoon along Kalākaua Avenue, then Henry Kapono live at Duke’s on Sunday as the light softens.

For Island Escapes travellers, this is Waikiki with its history intact, and we love it. 

The beachfront heart of Waikiki, and the home of surf culture

An iconic 524-room beachfront resort on Kalākaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii.

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OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort sits directly on the sand of Waikiki Beach, on the very spot where the Outrigger Canoe Club once stood and where Duke Kahanamoku and the original beach boys taught the world to surf. Its 524 rooms and suites rise over the beach across 16 floors, and almost every one opens onto a private balcony with a city or ocean view.

So much packed into one beachfront address

This is a stay for travellers who want to be in the middle of everything, not away from it. Duke’s Waikiki is right in the lobby, the surf break out front is called Canoes, and Kalākaua Avenue’s shopping, cafés and nightlife begin at the front door, with Diamond Head closing the view to the east.

There is a lot packed into one address. Duke’s Waikiki serves fresh island food and live music on the sand, Blue Note Hawaii runs two shows a night, and Hula Grill looks out over Diamond Head. Grab a bullet coffee and an açaí bowl at the Sunrise Shack, or something quick from Pai’s Deli between swims.

Pure gold for surfers, surf history buffs, shoppers and beach chair aficionados

The surf heritage here is real. Learn to surf or ride an outrigger canoe with the champion Moniz family at Faith Surf School, meet visiting legends through the Surfers in Residence programme, and join daily Hawaiian cultural activities — hula, lei making and ukulele — right at the resort. Guests in Club rooms and suites add the Voyager 47 Club Lounge, with breakfast, sunset pupu and the best beachfront views of any club lounge in Waikiki.

It suits couples, families and first-time Hawaii travellers who want the beach chairs, the buzz and the music close at hand. For Island Escapes travellers, OUTRIGGER Waikiki is definitely the pick when the brief is “I want real Waikiki, outstanding views, right on the beach”.  Done.

 

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The home of surf culture. Loud and proud.

The break out front is called Canoes — one of the few waves in the world you can ride in an outrigger canoe. Faith Surf School, run by the champion Moniz family, teaches right there. Add Duke's Waikiki in the lobby, Blue Note Hawaii's nightly shows and the Voyager 47 Club Lounge above, and you have Waikiki at full volume — social, musical, on the water, and proud of where it stands.

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Resort Facilities

The most famous address on the beach, right in the lobby. Named for Hawaii’s great waterman Duke Kahanamoku, Duke’s Waikiki serves fresh island fish, steaks and a proper Mai Tai on the sand — the busiest Duke’s in the chain. On Sundays, Henry Kapono plays live at the Barefoot Bar from 4 to 6pm.

Named Hawaii’s best live music venue, this jazz and dinner club runs two performances nightly across jazz, pop, rock, reggae and traditional Hawaiian, plus a comedy series. A genuine night out without leaving the resort.

Hula Grill Waikiki serves contemporary island cuisine with Diamond Head views and Sunday music and hula. The Sunrise Shack — run by the Smith brothers, local big-wave surfers — pours bullet coffee and builds smoothie bowls, while Pai’s Deli handles sandwiches, salads and cold drinks in a snap.

The Voyager 47 Club Lounge offers the best beachfront views of any club lounge in Waikiki. Club guests enjoy a full breakfast from 6:30 to 9:30am and evening appetisers with self-serve beer and wine from 4:30 to 6:30pm, all overlooking Diamond Head. Included with every suite.

The oceanfront pool and sun deck look straight to the water, with a whirlpool spa for winding down. On site, Infinity Spa handles massage and treatments, and a 24-hour fitness centre keeps the routine going.

Aqualani Beach Services and the activities desk sort surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, canoe surfing and beach gear. Faith Surf School teaches on the sand out front, the Surfers in Residence programme brings visiting legends, and daily Hawaiian cultural activities — hula, lei making, ukulele — run right at the resort.

Accommodation Types

524 rooms and suites — every one with a private balcony and a city or Waikiki Beach view

Every room and suite has a private balcony (lānai) with city or Waikiki Beach views. In-room comforts include a 32-inch flat-screen TV, air-conditioning, blackout drapes, an in-room safe, coffee and tea replenished daily, a complimentary crib on request, daily housekeeping and secured floor access. Room sizes [CONFIRM sqm].

Oceanfront — unobstructed ocean views, 1 King or 2 Double (some with Jacuzzi). Ocean View — the Pacific and Waikiki sunsets at a gentler rate. Partial Ocean View — a glimpse of the ocean beside the skyline, good value beachfront. City View — striking Waikiki skyline views and the keenest rate; 1 King, 1 Queen or 2 Double. Accessible options across categories.

Club Level Oceanfront rooms sit on floors 14–16 with access to the Voyager 47 Club Lounge — breakfast, evening pupu with self-serve beer and wine, and the best beachfront views in Waikiki.

The Club Diamond Head Oceanfront Suite is the resort’s most spacious accommodation, with a wrap-around balcony and panoramic Diamond Head views. The Club Oceanfront Suite suits families or couples wanting room to spread out. Both include Voyager 47 Club Lounge access. [CONFIRM bedding configurations and sizes.]

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How to Get to OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort from Australia

Fly to Honolulu (HNL). The resort is on Oahu, so there is no domestic connection — you land at Honolulu and you are about 20 minutes from the sand. Direct flights operate from Australia’s east coast. [CONFIRM current carriers and schedules.]

Transfer to Waikiki. The resort is at 2335 Kalākaua Avenue, roughly 8 km from the airport — about 25 minutes to an hour by road. Choose a pre-booked shuttle, taxi or rideshare, or a hire car (valet parking available). No boat transfer is required.

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OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort FAQs

Where is OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort?

OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort is on Waikiki Beach at 2335 Kalākaua Avenue, Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, Hawaii — a beachfront property in the heart of Waikiki.

Is it on the beach?

Yes. It is a beachfront resort directly on the sand of Waikiki Beach, with an oceanfront pool and beach services on site. The surf break out front is called Canoes.

How many rooms does it have?

The resort has 524 rooms and suites across 16 floors, from City View rooms to the Club Diamond Head Oceanfront Suite.

What makes it different from other Waikiki hotels?

It is the home of surf culture, built on the original site of the Outrigger Canoe Club and Duke Kahanamoku's beach. Faith Surf School, Surfers in Residence, Duke's Waikiki and Blue Note Hawaii all sit within the resort.

What dining is there?

On site you'll find Duke's Waikiki, Hula Grill Waikiki, Blue Note Hawaii, the Sunrise Shack and Pai's Deli, plus in-room dining. Duke's on Sunday features live music from Henry Kapono.

What is the Voyager 47 Club Lounge?

It is the resort's club lounge on the upper floors, with the best beachfront views of any club lounge in Waikiki. Access includes a full breakfast (6:30–9:30am) and evening appetisers with self-serve beer and wine (4:30–6:30pm). Every suite includes access.

Is there a spa and pool?

Yes. There is an oceanfront pool, a sun deck and a whirlpool spa, plus Infinity Spa on site for massage and treatments and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Does it suit families?

Yes. Family-friendly rooms and suites, canoe surfing and surf lessons, cultural activities and the Waikiki Aquarium partnership make it an easy choice. Children 5 and under eat breakfast free at Duke's or Hula Grill with an adult meal.

Can I learn to surf there?

Yes. Faith Surf School, run by the Moniz family, teaches surfing, stand-up paddleboarding and outrigger-canoe surfing right in front of the resort.

How do I get there from Australia?

Fly directly to Honolulu (HNL) from Australia's east coast, then it is about a 25-minute to one-hour road transfer. No domestic flight or boat transfer is needed. [CONFIRM current direct carriers and schedules.]

Is there a resort charge?

A daily resort charge applies [CONFIRM amount]. It includes Wi-Fi for up to four devices, beach towels, reusable water bottles, up to 60 minutes of daily calls, weekly cultural activities and more.

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