For our trip to Hawaii, we wanted a place that was close to the beach and had some sort of kitchen so we could at least make breakfast rather than eat out. We didn't want to be paying 5 star prices.

The Waikiki Banyan looked perfect from what we could read from their website and other Internet reviews.

Is it new? Nope
Is it 5 star? ...

My husband and I and our two teenage boys stayed in room 3213 for two nights in August 2008. We had a great view of Diamond Head, Koko Head, Kapiolani Park and the ocean on the lanai side, and an even better ocean view from the small kitchen window. We enjoyed watching the surfers from the kitchen.

The room was similar to a large one bedroom ...

It was pleasant and convenient to everything. The tour desk was very helpful and we arranged out island hopping events at the desk. Nothing fancy but good service and a nice room.

Did not know what to expect when we arrived. We expected to have to pay for a cot, the front desk agent says no need for one as you have plenty of room. Sure enough we had 2 doubles, and sofa bed. Rooms were dated but clean. Close to beach, bus stop right out front. Would stay there again. In fact my wife and her mother are going this coming February.

Found out that each room are individually owned and only managed by ResortQuest. Most owners live outside of Hawaii which is why some rooms are decorated in the 1970s style while others are more updated. Resort Quest make repairs when needed but cannot update furniture etc, without the owner's consent. I was told that they will be forcing ...

Two bedrooms means 1 bedroom and a pull out sofa. Restrooms are old, tiny, dirty. Queen size beds means full size and very hard. Carpet is dirty and old. No bar or restaurant at the swimming pool. Hotel is 2 blocks from the beach. There are coin operated bbq grills.

The complex is amazing! 1 easy block to the ocean, pool, laundry and PARKING! (you know how tough it is in Waikiki for your car)

Been coming annually for 6 years and have never had a problem, sub-standard units or difficulties. LOVE IT!

there was ice throwen from one of the flors and almoast hit me try to have regular checkups with the security guid.it was so much fun!!!!!

Did not like the cockroaches.Need to keep the bug off the beds. The view from the hotel was good when you enter the hotel room in the night you see roaches. It's not what we want to see or live with.