This is a shortlist for golfers and their travel companions who want a Honolulu base with plenty to do between rounds. The six Waikiki hotels here pair a golf course among their facilities with pools, Hawaiian cultural activities, spas and evening entertainment, so non-golfers have a full holiday too.
Every hotel here is a 4- or 5-star Honolulu property with a golf course among its facilities. We then looked at what else each stay offers, such as pools, dining, activities and room styles.
The only 5-star hotel on this list, Aston Waikiki Beach Tower holds a 9.3 guest rating and has a beachfront spot on Kalakaua Avenue. A golf course and a tennis court are among its facilities. Suites come with full kitchens and in-unit washing machines, which suits longer golf trips. Guests can unwind in the heated outdoor pool or hot tub, join daily hula, lei-making, ukulele and yoga activities, and visit the Bishop Museum and Honolulu Museum of Art with admission included.
Rated 9.1 from 527 reviews, this 4-star Honolulu hotel counts a golf course among its facilities. Between rounds, guests can lounge by the outdoor pool with its sun loungers and umbrellas, or use the fitness center, which is open around the clock. Evenings bring nightly live entertainment and ukulele lessons, and the restaurant, bar, coffee shop and snack bar are all on site. Pets are allowed, with charges and restrictions.
A beachfront address on Kalakaua Avenue with a golf course among its facilities, this 4-star resort suits golfers who like their downtime active. Water sport facilities are on site, with canoeing, snorkelling, diving and fishing also available. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool and sun terrace, then spend the evening at the restaurant, bar or coffee shop. Live music, happy hour and daily Hawaiian cultural activities fill the rest of the day.
Rated 9 from 1,250 reviews, this 4-star suite hotel has a golf course among its facilities and works well for groups or families. Suites include a kitchenette, microwave and refrigerator. The rooftop pool, outdoor pool and hot tub are joined by a kids' pool and a shallow end, and the pool bar, restaurant and coffee shop are on site. Free WiFi, valet parking, a garage and EV charging complete the picture.
This beachfront resort at 2424 Kalakaua Avenue has a golf course among its facilities and a strong recovery routine for after a round. Na Ho’ola Spa offers massage services, and there is also a sauna, hot tub and outdoor pool with a sun terrace. Most rooms have a private balcony. Ukulele, lei making and hula lessons are included in the resort fee, and free WiFi keeps the tee-time planning easy.
With a golf course among its facilities, this 4-star resort also has mini golf for a more relaxed game. Its rooftop pool, balcony rooms with ocean, mountain or city views, and spa with massage services make for easy post-round downtime. The games room and yoga classes add variety, while the restaurant, bar and coffee shop are on site. The daily resort charge includes beach gear, classes and WiFi.
Golf course access is part of each hotel's facilities, but confirm the course location, tee times and any booking requirements with our 24/7 agents before you travel.
Check what the daily resort or amenity fee covers. At Hyatt Regency Waikiki and Hilton Waikiki it includes classes and activities, and at Aston Waikiki Beach Tower it includes valet parking for one vehicle.
If you are travelling with a group or staying longer, Aston Waikiki Beach Tower and Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk offer suites with kitchen facilities.
Bringing a pet? OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort, The Laylow Waikiki, Hyatt Regency Waikiki and Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk allow pets, and The Laylow notes charges and restrictions, so check the terms when you book.
Frequently asked questions
Do these Honolulu hotels have a golf course?
Yes. A golf course is among the facilities at each of the six hotels. Ask our booking agents about course access, location and tee times before you reserve.
Which of these golf resorts are right on the beach?
OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa and Aston Waikiki Beach Tower are all beachfront, and each sits on Kalakaua Avenue.
Which hotel is best for a spa day after golf?
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa has Na Ho’ola Spa, a sauna and massage services. Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa also has a spa and wellness center with massage services.
Are there good options for families?
Embassy Suites by Hilton Waikiki Beach Walk has a kids' pool and a shallow end. OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort, Hyatt Regency Waikiki, Hilton Waikiki and Aston Waikiki Beach Tower all have family rooms.
Which hotels offer Hawaiian cultural activities?
OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort has daily Hawaiian cultural activities. Aston Waikiki Beach Tower has daily hula, lei-making, ukulele and yoga. Hyatt Regency Waikiki includes ukulele, lei making and hula lessons in its resort fee, and The Laylow Waikiki offers ukulele lessons.