Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Does Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Q: Is Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

Q: Where is Ocean View Queen Studio with Balcony at the Waikiki Grand Hotel® 309 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.

2/10 Terrible

Irving

Jul 23, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We were in 309 right over night club which was extremely loud with thumping bass until 2am every morning. The place was quite dirty, the air conditioner blew right on head in bed. AC Filter needed changing. Balcony was very small with old table and chairs etc. It was also loud with traffic noise from quite early every morning. The last morning bathtub backed up and couldn’t take shower. Worst place we have ever stayed! The location was good close to beach and restaurants etc. but not a place we would book again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

May 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great location , one block from the beach , all my itineraries were close by , great hotel

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Tala

Apr 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great property, close to the beach and stores and restaurants. It is above Hula's bar which can be loud some nights and really nice music or open mikes some nights. Our room was a VRBO and had everything we needed for 8 days except the microwave didn't work but we managed with pots and pans. Also, we only got a towel exchange once which was fine for the bathroom towels but beach towels every other day would have been better. View of the zoo and the ocean. Busy road out front but always entertaining to people watch and it quites down by 10:30pm.would stay in this building again.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S.

Dec 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed being within walking distance to all the fun of Waikiki

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Jul 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Great stay! It had a beautiful view (its facing the zoo), easy check in/check out, less than a block from the beach, tons of shopping and restaurants close by, comfy bed, had everything we needed! We knew from reading reviews that it was over a bar, but with the ac running, it wasnt a big deal. Really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric G., Oakland, CA, USA

Dec 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The studio/property is close to the beach, the zoo, and all the shops and restaurants in Waikiki. And it was a great price, clean and had all the amenities that we needed for our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Phoebe B.

Dec 31, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waikiki grand hotel

The location was perfect! Mahalo!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B., Honolulu, Hawaii (U.S.A.)

Dec 24, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and a great view

Very clean room, with a great view! Close to the beach and a park, Comfortable bed,

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacey S.

Mar 16, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax

Our room was the perfect location to the beach and activities.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nicotra G.

Apr 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tired and noisy property - top location!

As a fellow host I feel it's important to list pros and cons fairly to inform fellow travelers.Pros:- amazing location, right by some great surf spots- free parking very close by- well stocked apartment with plenty of towels and all the necessary amenities (including some very necessary ear plugs!)Cons:- very tired property, in desperate need of renovation. That goes for both the common areas (lobby, corridors etc) and the apartment itself (bath tub and curtains badly stained etc)- very noisy apartment, on the third floor just above a loud bar that has regular entertainment until late night and a noisy parking lot and street..- very small room, ideal for singles or intimate couples, as you won't get much privacy from each other - wall ac unit is quite old and very badly placed right next to your head when you're in bedHaving said that we still had a great time on the island, the apartment was a good enough base to explore the rest of the island.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Dec 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly getaway

This little slice of heaven was just what mu husband and i needed. The check in process was easy, the apartment was clean and cute. It has a gorgeous view of the ocean and the zoo right off the balcony. We stayed for a week and were able to see so much due to its convenient location to everything! Wonderful stay, would do it again!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Oct 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waikiki grand hotel

Great location. East Waikiki. From balcony could see Dimondhead behind zoo and to right beach / beautiful water. Enjoyed Hulus gay bay in hotel. All kinds of restaurants in area.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Dec 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

business trip

The property had a good location and was as advertised but a little noisy with a bar right underneath.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Jan 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication

The only issue was the bar which was one floor below the room. The issue will not stop me from staying at this location again. I recommend this hotel for anyone

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Dec 24, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it - best location!

We absolutely loved our stay. The room was perfect for the two of us, and the location just couldn’t be beat. We were able to walk to diamond head, the beach, and anywhere in Waikiki without problem. The noise other reviews have stated was never too bad or an issue, but that could also be us just being young haha! The property manager was so kind and helpful as well. Totally recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Jul 8, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accurate

The listing was very accurate. The bar downstairs is a little noisy but I just turned the TV on until I fell asleep. The bar is only open til 11 on week days so not that bad. The bed was comfortable and the location was great. If you have a vehicle be sure to reserve the parking garage spot or you'll be searching for a parking spot. The zoo is a great place to park after 8 pm. I'd definitely book this spot again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Oct 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great property with exceptions

Really nice place. Clean, great location, and nice staff. The room was smaller then anticipated and the noise from the nightclub was overwhelming most nights for a few hours. We will stay here again, but not above the club. Even with good earplugs, the noise kept us awake.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Marycris B.

Jun 3, 2024

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Noisy

We’re right above a bar played music loud from 8 AM yesterday morning on a Sunday till 2 AM. We had a brush her teeth in the kitchen sink because there’s no filter and no water pressure in the so-called bathroom.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Casey S.

Sep 30, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Decent place

Overall was a decent place to sleep. Very clean. As advertised in the listing it is directly above a popular bar that is rowdy until 2am. Thursday seemed to be the quiet night. However, I was not bothered by the noise from the bar I was more so bothered by the very thing sliding glass windows that did no justice in blocking out the city noise or the noise from those walking the sidewalk below the room. If quiet is your thing this place is not for you. The kitchen sink backed up several times while I was there and it was brought to the hosts attention.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Blair W.

Dec 24, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Decent, Needs More Work

Our first impression was how dirty the unit was. As soon as we walked in we could see the lack of cleaning. Between the cupboards, vents, floors, shower, and AC unit, it was noticeably dirty. It definitely needs more extensive cleaning. It was hard to relax and be comfortable with how dirty everything looked and felt. It was also very run down. The chairs on the patio they provided for us were fragile and broken when we arrived, so we had to bring the chairs from inside outside to sit on the patio and enjoy the view. The inside bar was also broken, couldn’t even be used really. The host responded to all my questions/concerns in a timely manner. Even sent up help when requested. No complaints there. The nightclub located under us really didn’t bother us at all, and we knew of it before hand. They even provided earplugs for those who need them. But with the TV on, we could hardly even tell. Overall not a terrible place to stay, it served its purpose for us. But we definitely won’t be coming back.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Brad

Jul 30, 2023

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Location

Bad not terrible

I’ll start by saying Mark was very communicative and kind. However, this listing was not an enjoyable stay for my girlfriend and I. The unit is very loud with street noise all night, as well as being directly above a bar that plays loud music until 2:00 am. You can hear patrons and bass bumping all night. While we knew the unit would be small, we were surprised by the actual size compared to the photos, and the bed was very hard. Parking is also very difficult, as you must either pay $30 a day for the small lot they have ( if you’re lucky) or find street parking (if you’re lucky). If you want to be in the heart of the bustling downtown energy this is for you, but if you are looking to relax it might be a little bit tough at this place. We ended up booking a different hotel, even though we had payed for 2 more nights here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jamie S.

Nov 13, 2023

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Accurate and cheap

This was accurate to the listing except there is actually more street noise that was more irritating than the bar noise below! The unit did not feel super clean and the floor on the balcony was very dirty. We were told our key code but the unit did not have a keypad and we had to check in at the desk to get a card. That was confusing! Parking is tight and I was glad I booked us a space for the stay. Lastly we had a couple walk into our unit with a key card on the second to last day. They had been assigned the same room that we had for one more night. I left message with the manager but never heard back. I realize We should have had the inside lock on. But we were also concerned if we had not been in the unit if someone could have taken anything they wanted!! We would not stay here again if we came back but it was a convenient location for getting around the island.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Erica W., Edmonton, Canada

Oct 28, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness

You get what you pay for

Mark was a good host and was very quick at responding! We enjoyed the location as it is close to the quieter end of the beach so you could get a great spot at any time of the day. They had some fun additions such as beach chairs and decorations for the room that added a nice touch. We wish it had been more clear in the ad the volume and amount of noise that we would hear from the street and the bar, as the street noise was loud at all times of the day, and the bar noise was very loud every night until 2am, starting at 11am on Saturday. This was extremely disruptive and made it hard to enjoy the stay. The place seemed relatively clean, but we noticed dried food on the cutlery and the sinks backed up and filled with dirt throughout our stay, which was concerning and seemed unsanitary as we were drinking the tap water which did not taste good (expect to buy bottled!). The suite was supposed to come with an iron and ironing board, and when I requested one I was told someone would bring one up which they never did. The check in process was also confusing as we were given a code to use for the suite door even though there was no keypad, and you had to use the keys the hotel provided. The place was alright at the end of the day and got us through our trip, but we wouldn’t stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Jun 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The room was very nice. Just a warning that this is directly above a bar with quite the nightlife. The balcony is right above the bars open wall. Fun but can be loud at night. I used my sound machine and was fine. Perfect location. So close to the beach and everything Waikiki has to offer.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARCO P.

Oct 9, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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