OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort vs Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort and Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa are both four-star, beachfront hotels on Kalakaua Avenue in Honolulu, each with an outdoor pool, a restaurant and bar, and a resort fee that bundles in daily extras. The core difference is the style of stay. OUTRIGGER centres on Club rooms with executive lounge access, evening entertainment and Hawaiian cultural activities. Hyatt Regency adds a full spa, sauna and hot tub, and a much larger range of suites.
At a glance
| OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort | Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa | |
|---|---|---|
| Stars | ★★★★ | ★★★★ |
| Guest rating | 9.0 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Reviews | 2,036 | 2,492 |
| Room types | 30 | 29 |
| Adults only | — | — |
| Spa | — | Yes |
| Kids' club | — | — |
| Fitness center | — | Yes |
| Check-in / out | 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
How they differ
Who it suits
Guests who like a Club-level stay with executive lounge access, Jacuzzi rooms, and evenings built around live music, stand-up comedy and entertainment. Guest rating is 9 from 2,036 reviews.
Guests who want spa and wellness options alongside the beach, plus a choice of suites from junior to penthouse size. Guest rating is 8.4 from 2,492 reviews.
Rooms & suites
Rooms run from 312 to 807 sq ft. The Club categories include executive lounge access, and there is a Club Ocean Front Jacuzzi. The Club 2 Bedroom Ocean Front Suite sleeps up to six.
Standard rooms start at 398 sq ft and junior suites reach 484 sq ft. Larger options include the One-Bedroom Suite with Ocean Front at 1,001 sq ft, the One-Bedroom Penthouse Suite at 1,399 sq ft and the Penthouse (Suite) at 1,432 sq ft. The Two-Bedroom Ambassador Suite sleeps up to six.
Wellness & spa
The 24/7 Fitness Center is included through the resort fee, and there is a barber/beauty shop on the property.
A spa/wellness center offers massage services, with a sauna, a hot tub/Jacuzzi, a fitness center and yoga classes. The resort fee adds sunrise yoga and pilates on the pool deck twice weekly, plus discount coupons for Na Ho'ola Spa.
Dining & evenings
Along with a restaurant, bar and coffee shop, there is room service, breakfast in the room, happy hour and wine/champagne. Evening entertainment includes live music and stand-up comedy. Daily breakfast for two adults comes only with the "Breakfast Included" rate.
Along with a restaurant, bar and coffee shop, there is a snack bar and special diet menus on request. SWIM Restaurant & Bar hosts a cocktail class, and a resort chef gives food demos twice weekly. Guests can also catch live sport broadcasts, happy hour and live music.
Culture & activities
Daily Hawaiian cultural activities are part of the resort fee, along with beach towels. Tours and classes on local culture, walking tours and bike tours are available.
Resort activities include ukulele lessons, flower lei making and hula lessons. Extras include beach toys for children, GoPro usage and a Biki bike-share credit. Frozen treats are served poolside daily, and table tennis and windsurfing are also available.
Families
Family rooms and kid meals are available. Children aged 3 and under eat breakfast free with an adult meal purchase at Duke's Waikiki or Hula Grill. If you travel with children, add each child's age in the special requests field when booking.
Family rooms, kid meals and a kid-friendly buffet are available. Children aged 5 and under eat free from the Children's menu with a paying adult, and beach toys are available for children.
Accessibility & practicalities
Features include accessible rooms, wheelchair accessibility, Braille, auditory guidance, a lower bathroom sink, a higher level toilet, toilet grab rails and accessible parking. Parking is valet only, and an electric vehicle charging station is on site.
Features include accessible rooms with accessible shower or tub options, wheelchair-accessible room types, toilet grab rails and accessible parking. Practical extras include express check-in/check-out, contactless check-in/check-out, a business center, car hire and currency exchange. Free WiFi is available.
What they have in common
- Both are four-star hotels on Kalakaua Avenue in Honolulu, with the beach on their doorstep.
- Each has an outdoor pool with a view, sun loungers or beach chairs and a sun terrace.
- Each has a restaurant, a bar and an on-site coffee shop, with live music and happy hour.
- Water sport facilities are on site at both, along with snorkelling, diving and canoeing.
- Both have family rooms, kid meals and a tour desk, and both allow pets.
- Check-out is at 11:00 AM at both, and each has a resort fee that bundles in daily extras.
Which should you book?
Choose OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort if…
Choose OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort if you want Club rooms with executive lounge access, a Jacuzzi room or a Club 2 Bedroom Ocean Front Suite, and evenings with live music and stand-up comedy. It also suits guests who like daily Hawaiian cultural activities and beach towels bundled in, and it carries a 9 guest rating.
See rooms & live ratesChoose Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa if…
Choose Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa if you want a spa day with massage, a sauna and a hot tub, plus yoga classes and a fitness center. It also suits guests who want a bigger suite, from junior suites up to the Penthouse (Suite), or hands-on resort activities such as hula and ukulele lessons.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel has a spa?
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa has a spa/wellness center with massage services, a sauna and a hot tub/Jacuzzi. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort has a 24/7 Fitness Center and a barber/beauty shop.
Which hotel has the bigger rooms and suites?
The largest option at Hyatt Regency is the Penthouse (Suite) at 1,432 sq ft. OUTRIGGER's largest are the Club 2 Bedroom Ocean Front Suite and Club Ocean Front 2 Bedroom at 807 sq ft. Standard rooms are 312 to 366 sq ft at OUTRIGGER and 398 to 431 sq ft at Hyatt Regency.
Is breakfast included at either hotel?
At OUTRIGGER, only the "Breakfast Included" rate includes a daily breakfast for two adults. Extra breakfasts can be added for a fee. For Hyatt Regency, ask our 24/7 booking agents about meal plans on your dates.
What does the resort fee cover at each hotel?
At OUTRIGGER it covers WiFi for up to four devices per room, up to 60 minutes of daily calls, daily Hawaiian cultural activities, beach towels, 24/7 fitness center access and in-room coffee and tea. At Hyatt Regency it covers premium WiFi, local and 1-800 calls, cultural activities such as hula and ukulele lessons, use of beach amenities, 24-hour gym access and in-room coffee and tea. Each fee is collected separately, so check the current details before you book.
Which hotel suits families with young children?
Both offer family rooms and kid meals. OUTRIGGER gives children aged 3 and under free breakfast with an adult meal at Duke's Waikiki or Hula Grill. Hyatt Regency lets children aged 5 and under eat free from the Children's menu with a paying adult, and also provides beach toys for children.
Do both hotels allow pets and offer parking?
Both allow pets, so confirm the pet details with our booking agents. Parking at OUTRIGGER is valet only, while Hyatt Regency offers parking and valet parking.
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