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Hale Koa Hotel

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Local(808) 955-0555

2055 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

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Hale Koa Hotel
Local(808) 955-0555

2055 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

http://www.halekoa.com

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The Open View

The Hale Koa Hotel, in Honolulu, is a 2-and-one-half star budget hotel. What travelers said they loved: "the ocean", "the place", "the service", and "the staff". Value-conscious travelers felt they got an "excellent value". Guests can enjoy fishing, sailing, snorkeling, squash, tennis, tennis and other local activities. Those who recommend it say it's perfect for "family" and "families". Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "great". The hotel is recommended by seasoned travelers, who rate it 5 stars. The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Bali By The Sea , Orchids , and Padovani's Restaurant And Wine Bar . Also nearby: Ampy's European Facials & Body Spa , Hawaii Convention Center , and Ward Warehouse . Other local places to consider are Ilima Hotel and Aston at the Executive Centre Hotel.

User Reviews of Hale Koa Hotel

Yelp.com Review - by JuneL L.

5.0 of 5 stars. This hotel is also located near the beach!! i like the feel when you first stepped into the hotel staff greets you aloha and they're friendly, very accommodating, swimming pool is pretty big, and the…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ranier B.

5.0 of 5 stars. My stay here was my first time on Oahu. I must say it was more than accommodating. First off, the rooms are huge. I've stayed in other hotels on Oahu, and nothing compares to the luxuries and size…
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Erik S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Solid 4 stars on this one. The room was great and certainly one of the best features of the hotel. I can't quite figure out why I had 2 queen size beds for my wife and myself, but whatever. Our hotel…
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Janessa H.

5.0 of 5 stars. The Hale Koa Room was amazing, i especially loved the bon bons served over the bowl of dried ice, it was a really nice treat :) and the food that i had was delicious. I dont remember much since i…
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff I.

3.0 of 5 stars. Nice place. My brother had his wedding reception there tonight. The Waikiki Ballroom was the hall that it was in was nice. We had seating for about 200 people, but this room could've held a lot more…
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Barry A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Spoke to one of my very best friends yesterday. I used to work here.....with aforementioned very best friend.
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt K.

4.0 of 5 stars. The Hale Koa Luau was energetic and entertaining. While main host, Glenn Medeiros, sometimes did "cheese it up" a little bit, I expected nothing less and got into it. I did appreciate the end section…
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Suzanne B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I actually didn't stay here instead I stayed at Hickam AFB with my retired father ($28 a night). However, just walking around this place was really nice! We had dinner here and were very pleased to…
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by LizaDawn R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Having stayed at less-than-perfect hotel rooms on Waikiki, I am giving the Hale Koa FIVE STARS! Some may say that's too generous. But if you're only paying $100/night (my parents upgraded us to an…
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christine M.

4.0 of 5 stars. What can I say? As an army couple, we were pleasantly surprised with Hale Koa. We didn't expect much (especially for the price) and it certainly exceeded our expectations! They have a deal for…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by brigette l.

3.0 of 5 stars. So here's the deal, and I would like to keep this a secret but I like you Yelpers... You park at Ft Derussy and you come here to get your parking validated for 6 hours!!! So you spend $9 on chilled…
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark C.

2.0 of 5 stars. I recently went to Hale Koa for Sunday brunch. I've been here ooohhh five times I think. I'm not too impressed with the quality of food; however they do serve up a decent size buffet which is your…
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Joanna B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Being the offspring of a career military man I was expecting for the Hale Koa to be just one step above living on MCRD- San Diego. Barracks style!
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jim K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I really like the Hale Koa. It's a military hotel and the rooms are pretty basic and should have a better refrigerator, but you can't beat it for the price. It's location is on the other end Waikiki…
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Allan H.

5.0 of 5 stars. I can't vouch for the hotel itself as I was only there for a wedding, but from what I've seen and heard, I'd consider joining the military just to be able to stay here! Room rates at a fraction of…
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by John O.

3.0 of 5 stars. First, let me say that the hotel is just okay. The restuarant, Bibas, is prettty good. The signature restaurant, Hale Koa Room, is good as well. The best part about the hotel is their Bare Foot bar…
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Inigo M.

5.0 of 5 stars. 4 lit tennis courts, great condition, in USTA blue. Excellent location, just off Waikiki's main drag (Kalakaua Avenue), next to the post office.
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Toonces the Driving Cat K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Quality and it is paradise gone right!!
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by michelle i.

5.0 of 5 stars. ***this review is for the Hale Koa outdoor beach BAR not the hotel*** no, we didn't stay here, but we sure did invade their bar on a few nights. i don't exactly remember how we found this place.....…
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Bill M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Went to Oahu for the first time last week. Stayed in the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Why am I writing about the Hale Koa you say? Well, I had to do a luau. So I looked it up in the phone book and the…
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Keane L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Don't go to Hawaiian buffets with eccentric family friends if you are celebrating something. They will suprise you by pulling you on stage for hula... Not cool... The pool isn't free anymore. I really…
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Anita L.

5.0 of 5 stars. What can I say? I'm spoiled when it comes to getting massages and facials. At The Point, I can have a 2 hour treatment (one hour facial/one hour massage) for only $100. What a bargain eh? So, what's…
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Anita L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Decent food at decent prices. This restaurant serves up appetizers, salads, pizzas, sandwiches, entrees etc. The catch though is that you have to be a member of the Armed Forces, or know someone with…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Anita L.

5.0 of 5 stars. We've stayed here many many times and indeed, it's THE absolute best deal on Waikiki Beach. And again, yes, the catch is you have to be a member of the Armed Services (doesn't matter how you're…
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2005
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The brunch buffet is the best

This is my favorite place for a brunch buffet. The food is absolutely the best and very deliscious....
judysbook.com - user review - 09/21/2005
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On par with other quality hotel resorts

My husband booked one night at the Hale Koa during my first visit to O'ahu. We had a partial ocean ...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/20/2005
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Primarily Military guests, wedding facilities are nice.

My cousin invited me over when he was leaving the islands for a new assignment. The room he had was...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/20/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Mickey R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Located next to the Hilton Hawaiian Village on beautiful Waikiki Beach, the Hale Koa (MWR) is a huge deal. The largest Deluxe Ocean View room is the same size as the Hilton's Ocean View at $535 a…
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2005
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TripAdvisor

My husband and I stayed at the Hale Koa in December 2004 and absolutely loved it. It's perfect. Military...
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TripAdvisor

My husband and I just returned from a l5 day vacation at the Hale Koa. We were celebrating our 40th...
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TripAdvisor

When arriving at the Hale Koa, I was pleasantly surprised by the beautiful open aired lobby. The staff...
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TripAdvisor

Pros:1. Good prices at the BX2. Good food and prices at Bibas Restaurant3. Nice beach locationCons:1....
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Yahoo! Travel

I spent a 5 day visit at the hotel and could not believe the place. Every day was a new experience. The service, rooms, evening shows etc were just top shelf. They had the BEST frankfuters at pool...
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Yahoo! Travel

My husband and I spent most of our honeymoon here. We had a corner room on the top floor of the tallest tower, which gave us a great view of the ocean and a great view of the city from the lanai...
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TripAdvisor

We just returned from our stay at the beautiful Hale Koa Hotel. My husband and I traveled with our three...
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TripAdvisor

When booking a hotel on Oahu, I had the opportunity to compare rates and, if you can qualify to stay...
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TripAdvisor

Visitors to Honolulu who are eligible to stay at this resort should not miss this great opportunity....
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TripAdvisor

This was my wife's first trip to Hawaii and our stay at the Hale Koa was very impressive. I had been...
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Open List

Hale Koa is renowned by all the locals. To be invited to the Sunday Brunch or luau by a guest is much coveted! We've been lucky to stay at the Hale Koa several times. Hale Koa is equal to the best of Waikiki's...
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Yahoo! Travel

For military-affliated families, this is the ONLY place to stay! The rates are very economical for four star accomodations. Our family has been vacationing at the Hale Koa since it opened (I was...
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Yahoo! Travel

"Find comprehensive hotel information including descriptions, rates & availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for Hale Koa Hotel (Military Only) in Honolulu, Hawaii. Check the weather, and locate...
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TripAdvisor

Excellent value for the money. Large clean rooms with awesome ocean views. The facility is very clean...
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IgoUgo

this large restaurant is on the ground level of the maile tower near the lobby of the hale koa. it has seating inside and outside. the outside seating area overlooks a large beautiful courtyard...
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