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the Birdcage - Waikiki Hideaway, Steps to the Beach

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Outdoor pool
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Dining
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9.4

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2325 sq ft

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  • Air conditioning
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  • Dryer
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  • Mountain view
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Honolulu, HI
  • Popular LocationWaikiki Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationInternational Market Place12 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaikiki Beach Walk18 min walk
  • AirportHonolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)27 min drive

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About this property

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

the Birdcage - Waikiki Hideaway, Steps to the Beach

Location is everything!

The Birdcage is a breezy and bright studio giving you clear views of the Koolau Mountains. With historic Waikiki Beach just outside the hotel lobby, the Birdcage is the perfect home base for exploring Honolulu and the rest of Oahu.

Double paned sliding glass windows greatly minimize the urban sounds of Waikiki, but let a lot of light in. An expansive roof deck on top of the hotel provides a bird's eye view of Diamond Head. There are lounge chairs for sunbathing and tables for alfresco dining. No one else in Waikiki has a better view of the sun setting into the Pacific. Kapiolani Park is just across the street and offers the Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, the Royal Hawaiian Bandstand, tennis courts, soccer fields, archery ranges, weekend art shows and the city's Sunset on the Beach free concerts and movies - all this in its 500 green acres.

One of the main reasons for coming to Hawaii is of course the sun and sand. Surfing, stand up board paddling, outrigger canoeing, swimming and simply lounging on the beach are all just a few steps from the Birdcage.

Hawaii is the crossroads of the Pacific and its culinary offerings reflect that abundantly, so while the Birdcage has a kitchen and microwave, you are a short walk away from countless cafes and restaurants catering to every taste and price range. Similarly, if you can get yourself out of the water and away from the beach there is a lot of shopping to be done in Waikiki, and the many other shopping venues just a short drive away.

The Birdcage is at the end of Waikiki. Kapahulu Avenue provides easy access to the freeway, and makes getting in and out of the area very easy because you avoid all the traffic in the heart of Waikiki. This is perfect for when you decide to explore the rest that Oahu has to offer.

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134 Kapahulu Avenue, #621
Honolulu, HI 96815

Please take a look at our other rental at the Waikiki Grand, the Red Ginger. Located on the 9th floor and with it's own private balcony. You can get more information at www.vrbo.com/498201

This apartment is NOT effected by rental restrictions in Honolulu Bill 89.
Hawaii State Tax ID# 188-362-9568-01

Property manager

Kevin Lum

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 325 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 GE-188-362-9568-01, TA-188-362-9568-01

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Honolulu

This apartment is located in Waikiki, a neighborhood in Honolulu. International Market Place and Royal Hawaiian Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikiki Beach and Kuhio Beach Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Neal S. Blaisdell Center or Aloha Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Honolulu Zoo - 2 min walk
  • Waikiki Beach - 8 min walk
  • International Market Place - 12 min walk
  • Royal Hawaiian Center - 17 min walk
  • Waikiki Beach Walk - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 25 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tikis Grill & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lulu's Surf Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cheeseburger in Paradise - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Eggs 'n Things - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does the Birdcage - Waikiki Hideaway, Steps to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is the Birdcage - Waikiki Hideaway, Steps to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at the Birdcage - Waikiki Hideaway, Steps to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at the Birdcage - Waikiki Hideaway, Steps to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is the Birdcage - Waikiki Hideaway, Steps to the Beach located?

Located in Waikiki, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Honolulu Zoo and Kuhio Beach Park. Waikiki Beach and International Market Place are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
It was a great fit for us. We found the rate fit our budget, the cleanliness was exceptional, the location just right, and the communication with management was exceptional. We would recommend it to others.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H., Battle Ground, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location & Everything We Needed
The Birdcage was a wonderful location for us with all the amenities we needed. It was convenient to have a rental car with paid parking located right under us at the Castle Waikiki Grand Hotel. Of course, the Castle isn't really a hotel any longer but kind of operates like one. The condos are owned privately. However, in addition to the VRBO owner and the local property manager in Honolulu available by text, there is someone at the front desk most hours to help answer questions and provide minimal check-in/check-out for the room and parking. Note: Parking is run by a separate entity, not the condo owners. Kevin, the Birdcage owner and host, and his property manager were speedy responding to questions and gave us extra tips for travel and detailed instructions for the condo. The beach is only a block away. The views from the 10th floor patio are gorgeous and we took advantage of some relaxation time up there. As for travel to other parts of the island, we found it easy to get to the highway to go west, central or east. Most days we used our car for early morning/afternoon excursions and then did a lot of walking afternoons and evenings. The on-site pool isn't fancy but clean and you can basically have it to yourself. As for the room temperature, we sometimes used the window A/C and sometimes used the nice window cross-breeze. I used earplugs to minimize city and A/C noise for sleeping and it was fine. Laundry was $2 a wash/dry. Easy peasy. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenience at Waikiki
The Birdcage is very conveniently located across from the zoo and the beach. The property had all the convenient amenities for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Don A.

visit Waikiki
excellent location, launching point to tour the island and stay near the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaii
Was not told about the onsite construction ahead of time, but overall I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen C., Whitefish. MONTANA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic Needs
The property gave us all the basic needs of a good stay...the property mananger was very responsive to any requests prior to our visit. The property was located within easy access to many local sights and activities; making our ability to walk pretty much everywhere - beautiful views from the top floor deck area - wonderfully friendly people at the front desk; always helpful. I'd say the only negatives would be cleanliness and wear and tear on a nice little space could be improved; updated. Overall; we certainly enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 week stay March 2024
The birdcage was excellent for our 2 week stay, definitely one of the best locations in Waikiki.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeryl J M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Condo near the zoo
Stayed here 5 years ago.Condo needs updating(new TV ,more pots ,pans,dishes)
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ursula G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and perfect place!
The Birdcage is a perfect little place to stay when you’re in Honolulu. The apartment had everything you’ll need for your stay. Close proximity to everything on Waikiki.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Before we arrived Kevin was very responsive to any questions. Once we arrived Jeannie was just as responsive on our couple of questions. The location was ideal for us - easy walk to everything including beach, buses, town. The condo had everything we needed and was very quiet. We didn’t need the A/C as we had a beautiful breeze with the windows open.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hawaii vacation!
Nice place! Great views from the rooftop! Beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Pacharee, ALEXANDRI

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenience and easy to access to beach, and shopping
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Great location. Very responsive host. Friendly hotel staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derm C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to downtown and beaches
Overall a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Fantastic Studio for Two in a Prime Waikiki Location
This cozy studio is perfect for two people, with many highlights to enjoy. The location is the most significant benefit of this condo. You'll be in close proximity to Waikiki's famous attractions, including the beach, Leonard Malasadas, Rainbow drive-through, and ABCs. Kevin, the host, is incredibly accommodating, and the rental cost is a bargain for what you get in this prime location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Allison V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but noisy
The unit was fine, nothing special. It had minimal extras (I had to ask for more toilett paper as there was only one roll for our 10 day stay). The unit could use a bit of a touch up, seems dated. The main issue was how noisy it is. You can open up the windows, but the street noise is way to loud. And if you close the windows the AC is crazy loud. We never felt like we could just chill in peace abd quiet. Other than those issues the location is great, parking was easy at the zoo or Monsarrat.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M., mass

Liked: Cleanliness
Stopover
Lovely clean unit! Great bed! Had every single thing we needed and close to the beach. Mahala
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and location
The Birdcage was perfect for my solo stay. It was close to the beach, restaurants, and transportation around the island. The 10th floor sundeck was a treat for morning coffee and evening sunset watching. It was an incredible view and perfect to see the Sunday fireworks. Kevin was a great host, making my early arrival easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

shelby p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birdcage Stay - 1 week
We stayed at the Birdcage for the first week of our two week Hawaii vacation. The views from the rooftop were outstanding, literally steps away from the beach, and ease of access to the shops. The room was as pictured on the listing. While we didn’t use the pool, it was a great option to have. We loved the kitchen in the unit, as we cooked the majority of our meals. Kevin was fantastic to chat with and provided all the necessary details for our stay. Thanks again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
My husband and I really enjoyed our 8 weeks stay at the Birdcage. The unit is clean and comfortable. When making reservations,the owner is very quick at replying, very helpful and nice to deal with. The local staff has also been very helpful and efficient.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Location for a Vacation
The host was very welcoming, informative and understanding. Everything was as described. We enjoyed our stay at the Birdcage for our wedding anniversary. The location was perfect- right near the beach and restaurants/shopping centers. We thought our place was pretty quiet and peaceful. I liked that we didn’t have to go out and buy many things because it was already provider. Overall we are happy that we chose this place for our vacation! (:
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved the Birdcage, great location shopping and the beach.
Staff was very friendly and helpful, some paid parking across street at zoo. The room was cute and clean. Had everything you needed. Chairs, umbrellas, shampoo, conditioner, soup, chocolate all the added touch to this room made my stay wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Grace N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prime location!
This studio condo was less than a block from the beach and shops! It was also right across from the Honolulu Zoo, which made for an easy activity without the hassle of parking. In regard to the condo itself, it was clean and cute! It is small, as it is a studio, but it was perfect for my husband and me. My one downside is there is no closet, so we had to leave our luggage open on the floor (which for us was no biggie). If you are looking for a condo close to the hustle and bustle of Waikiki beach, this is for you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again!
The Birdcage was perfect for us! We loved being so close to the beach, in a spacious room with space to cook and eat some meals. We fully utilized the rooftop deck and had some memorable breakfasts up there. We found the unit very clean and well appointed. Jeannie was easy to reach on WhatsApp when needed. The AC was a relief to come back to on hot afternoons.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Birdcage
What an amazing experience. Kevin was so easy to deal with. Very informative A++++ host. Thanks again Kevin
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022