This is the place to stay in Honolulu
I had a wonderful time at this high-ranking resort and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Honolulu. The service is excellent, friendly, and prompt. The rooms are comfortable and kept very clean. The location across from Waikiki Beach is prime and there are many places to shop, dine, and visit all within a few blocks. There is also a small shopping plaza within the hotel so whether your looking for some clothes or missing an essential, the stores are all right there and you can get most of the basic essentials right here, so this is an excellent plus as you don't have to wander around looking for something.
The cost overall is a little spendy during the regular season but they often offer great deals for winter getaways and I got 50% off my stay when I booked at least five days and nights there.
For those unfamlilar with Honolulu, driving is challenging and can be confusing, so finding the hotel can be tricky at first. But once you do you'll never forget how to locate it. They only offer valet parking at $33 dollars or so per day, which is a nice feature, but since so many of the attractions offer free shuttles, there is almost no need for a rental car. If you DO want a car, they have on-site rental companies such as Hertz and Budget at the hotel, making a day trip somewhere else on the island a breeze and I'd certainly recommend worth seeing it.
The only downside was I wish the rooms would have been a little better insulated from the sound. Honolulu is a noisy city both day and night, but its not so loud to drive you crazy. So I can't complain too much. I'd also strongly reccomend going that little extra for the beachfront rooms because the view itself is priceless and beyond words. This is truly a magical city full of music, fun, and wonder.. this resort is right in the middle of it.
Many common household and bathroom items are provided and you'll feel like roytalty while staying there. Very friendly staff and probably the best hotel I've ever stayed at overall in my many years of travel. I would certainly recommend the Hyatt Regency and will be returning here again in the future.