The Equus

3.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Coffee shop
City view
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1696 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96815
  • Place, Ala Moana Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ala Moana Beach Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawaii Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Equus

Hotel with an outdoor pool, 7-minute walk to Ala Moana Center
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe are on-site. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Equus offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features iPod docking stations and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Equus. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ala Moana Center. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at The Paniolo Bar & Cafe, a coffee shop with pool views
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a 24-hour business centre and a computer
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Ala Moana Center and Fort DeRussy Beach Park
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and concierge services are also featured at The Equus. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Honolulu hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to noon.
The Paniolo Bar & Cafe – Overlooking the pool, this coffee shop serves breakfast, brunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 20 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Covered parking on site (USD 35.39 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 2 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Paniolo Bar & Cafe

Things to do

  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 5.24 per accommodation, per stay.
  • Resort fee: USD 26.12 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2 to 10 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 35.39 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 20 per day (656 ft away)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 260110200000

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Paniolo Equus Hotel Honolulu
Paniolo Equus Hotel
Paniolo Equus Honolulu
Paniolo Equus
The Equus Hotel
The Equus Honolulu
Paniolo at The Equus
The Equus Hotel Honolulu

Reviews

The Equus Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 554 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Leejean Amourah

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra

Nice hotel but housekeeping didn’t change our sheets?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mingyi

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cinthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The property was dated. It is an affordable hotel if the guest isn't picky. No amenities. No microwave, ice machine, or desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and service! But parking situation was inconvenient because you needed to get a paid parking pass, but that didn’t guarantee a parking spot
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a cute and fun hotel. We have nothing but nice things to say. It is locally owned, and the staff were so kind and accommodating. We arrived at 8:30am, and they moved things around to be able to get us into a room right away. When we checked out, they held our luggage for us until we were ready to go to the airport that night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelynn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and comfortable environment!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful manager!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kurtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Small, older property with limited amenities. Noisy location. Adequate if you are on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Natsuki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and awesome staff. Hotel itself is old but tastefully decorated. Walls are thin. You could hear everything neighbors do. Everything. For instance I heard a cell phone alarm and thought it was coming from inside my room but turned out to be next door… The restaurant/bar at the front of the hotel was really cozy. We enjoyed our free welcome drinks there with wonderful Hawaiian live music on Friday. We were told this is the last privately owned hotel on the island… hope they stay as they are now - cozy, unique and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

GEORGIOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stewart

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE STAFF WERE ATTENTIVE COURTEOUS,THE ROOM WAS BEAUTIFUL,AND LINDA WAS PHENOMENOL FROM THE START UNTIL WE LEFT ,SHE IS A KEEPER!!!!! GOD BLESS!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly and checkin / checkout was stress free 👍💯😁
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome, helpful and attended any issues immediately. Shout outs especially to Lincoln, Matt and Craig and Renee! First class employees!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

je-ann Faith V.

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clerk made upgrade available so we could check in early. Be aware that you must carry luggage up one flight of stairs to reach level with elevator. Also be aware of resort fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome customer service! Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saori

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025