Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 27 min drive
Kapolei, HI (JRF-Kalaeloa) - 46 min drive
Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 23 min drive
Keone‘ae / University of Hawaii - West Oahu Station - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Skybox Taphouse - 4 min walk
Marugame Udon - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min walk
Eating House 1849 - 4 min walk
TR Fire Grill - 3 min walk
About this property
White Sands Hotel
When you stay at White Sands Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of International Market Place and Royal Hawaiian Center. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Heyday, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a spa tub. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
93 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite valet parking (USD 45 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Yoga classes
Beach nearby
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Built in 1957
ATM/banking
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Spa tub
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Wet bar
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Lanai
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Heyday - This poolside restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Heyday Pool Bar - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Green Lady - This bar serves lunch only. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 200.00 per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 35.39 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Beach loungers
Newspaper
Phone calls (may be limited)
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 35.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per night
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 45 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
State tax ID - TA-017-073-5616-01
Also known as
Hotel White Sands
White Sands Honolulu
White Sands Hotel
White Sands Hotel Honolulu
White Sands Hotel Hawaii/Honolulu
White Sands Hotel Hotel
White Sands Hotel Honolulu
White Sands Hotel Hotel Honolulu
Frequently asked questions
Does White Sands Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, White Sands Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at White Sands Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at White Sands Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at White Sands Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 45 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at White Sands Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at White Sands Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, fishing, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. White Sands Hotel also has 2 bars and a picnic area, as well as a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near White Sands Hotel?
Yes, Heyday offers garden views and poolside dining.
Does White Sands Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a lanai.
What's the area around White Sands Hotel like?
White Sands Hotel is in Waikiki, a short 3-minute walk from International Market Place and 8 minutes' walk from Royal Hawaiian Center. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2025
Atsushi
Atsushi, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2025
Jamie
Jamie, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Ginger
Ginger, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2025
Benedikt
Benedikt, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 12, 2025
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Jan
Jan, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
fusako
fusako, 10-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
David
David, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 26, 2024
Great deal for Waikiki
The service was amazing and we liked the location of the hotel in Waikiki. It was situated close enough to the main drag (international marketplace) but allowed us to avoid the traffic in Waikiki since we had a rental car. Valet parking was a bit pricy ($45/night with in/out privileges), but the attendants were friendly and very efficient. The room was clean, but they were a little old (the doors, floors, and beds were creaky). The bathroom was extremely small (like the size of a coat closet) and probably the only major downside to the hotel room for us. We had some cocktails at the Heyday bar, which were refreshing and delicious! The bar has fun swings you can sit on while enjoying the drinks. The front desk also had complimentary slushies and coffee.
Katelyn
Katelyn, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 22, 2024
We loved the old Hawaiian ambience and the friendliness, The free use ovv gf the lobby expressi machine between 9-11 am was a big plus. The location was great within 1/2 block from the major thoroughfare. The pool cafe and bar were great.
John
John, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 16, 2024
YEON GIL
YEON GIL, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
robert
robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Hawaii 44th state
What a great hotel very nice friendly helpful staff the grounds were nice with a great pool great location easy walk to shops/resturants the valet parking was good not cheap $35 a day but very handy and 24 hours with great staff the only minor criticism our room could have done with new mattress but all in what a great place
David
David, 4-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 27, 2024
Hua Rong
Hua Rong, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 23, 2024
Coleen
Coleen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 20, 2024
classic
classic place, prices are good
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Jackson
Jackson, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 15, 2024
Retro Fun but be prepared...
It's Quirky & fun but...the hot tub has no jets but has a neat lottle waterfall feature. But again whats a hot tub eith no jets, the pool isnt heated at all...definetely not enough chairs by pool, bar is super cute but be prepared to drop a $20 for a drink.
They have fun complementary slushies in the afternoon & coffee in the a.m.
No elevator, so be prepared, they have 3 floors. Staff were very friendly.
Completely affordable and just 2 blocks from the beach so you could walk tons of places!
Decor is retro & fun if your into that vibe!
Our balcony faced a wall to an apartment building so that super sucked so we didnt even sit out there and literally balconies were one of the reasons i booked the room.
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3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 15, 2024
The pool area is beautiful, a hideaway and nice area to relax. The room is worn, it is styled in a 60/70's vibe. The balcony overlooked some yards and its very close to the building next door. The bedding was worn and there were stains on the carpet...
I asked for a later check out and the person was going to check but didnt get back to me.(It was only for 1/2 hour so not really a big deal). There is no elevator in the building but they offer to help you with your bags. Overall, not bad. The pool and pool bar are really cute. My daughter loved it.
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Lovely experience
I had an amazing stay. Toby the bartender made me feel so welcomed and was so kindhearted. The staff was all very friendly and kind. I was staying because I was displaced for plumbing work in my apartment so the company put me in this hotel and I am very glad they chose the WS
Jenny
Jenny, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2024
The White Sands was adorable! Lived the old school charm!! The staff was absolutely amazing! Super sweet, friendly and inviting! I truly enjoyed myself! The only 2 complaints! They need more pool loungers and in the room the carpet is damp because of the humidity!;
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Ashton
Ashton, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 31, 2024
I recently stayed here a week prior to Halloween. The first room we were assigned to had dirty beds and a badly stained carpet, so we had to move to another room. The staff provided great assistance and also gave me a credit for the inconvenience. The swim up bar had good food and drinks. Their speak easy was a vibe. If I were to return to Hawaii, I wouldn’t mind staying as long as I get a clean room.