Welcome to The Equus, your boutique hotel and home away from home in Waikīkī, Honolulu. We are a family-owned hotel with a seven-decade legacy rooted in Hawaiian hospitality and the islands’ unique Paniolo (cowboy) culture.
To help you plan your O‘ahu vacation, we have compiled this list of questions regarding our rooms, amenities, and unique North Shore activities.
If you still do not find the answer to your query, feel free to get in touch, and we’d be more than willing to assist you.
To secure the lowest available rates and exclusive packages at The Equus, we always recommend booking direct through the official website of the hotel.
We have a dedicated special offers page where you can easily find our latest seasonal promotions, direct booking discounts, and vacation packages designed to help you save on your upcoming stay.
Yes. The Equus takes pride in supporting our local community and service members. Our Kama‘āina Rate offers Hawaii residents up to 25% off accommodations when booking direct, along with a discounted $10 daily boutique amenity fee (a valid Hawaii State ID is required at check-in)
Cancellation Policy: For standard single-room reservations, you can cancel your stay for a full refund up to 72 hours prior to your scheduled check-in time. Please note that during peak travel seasons, our cancellation window may be extended up to 2 weeks. Late cancellations or no-shows will result in a penalty equal to one night’s room rate plus tax.
Deposit & Fees: To guarantee your reservation, a deposit equal to one night’s stay plus tax is charged at the time of booking. The remaining balance of your entire stay will be billed in full to your credit card upon arrival at check-in. Please note that The Equus is a cash-free property, and a valid credit card matching your identification is required at the front desk.
The Equus accepts all major corporate credit cards and debit networks for room reservations and on-site payments, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and JCB. Valid card payment matching the primary guest’s name is required to settle room charges, taxes, and tabs at the Paniolo Bar & Cafe.
The daily boutique amenity fee at The Equus covers high-speed Wi-Fi access throughout the property, complimentary fresh pool and beach towel services, a signature Fire Horse welcome drink or local beverage at the Paniolo Bar & Cafe upon arrival, and exclusive access to two complimentary admission tickets to live matches at the Hawai‘i Polo Club on the North Shore during the active polo season.
No, published nightly room rates at The Equus do not include mandatory statutory Hawaii lodging taxes. A combination of the Hawaii General Excise Tax (GET) and the Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) will be calculated and displayed transparently as separate line items on your booking summary prior to final confirmation.
TAXES: GET 4.712% STATE TAT 11% COUNTY TAT 3%
Total tax: 18.712%
While standard room rates do not automatically include food, guests can easily add morning dining by purchasing our Daily Breakfast Package or reserving The Fire Horse Campaign.
These dining choices include a fresh daily breakfast for two people—featuring premium local coffee and a breakfast sandwich—served at our equestrian-inspired open-air Paniolo Bar & Cafe located right on the lobby lanai.
Yes. The Equus provides specialized boutique room blocks for weddings, family reunions, and groups. You can also host your ceremony or reception at our spectacular beachfront sister property, the Hawaii Polo Club on the North Shore.
Located just 45 minutes from Waikīkī, this unique venue offers remote oceanfront event spaces, an open-air clubhouse, and access to polo ponies for unforgettable photo shoots.
Visit our Groups and Weddings page to submit an RFP and secure your group accommodations and venue.
The Equus is a charming boutique hotel located on Waikīkī’s quieter side at the gateway of Honolulu, O‘ahu, situated just 8 miles (a convenient 15-to-20-minute drive) from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
Our guests enjoy a quieter, highly accessible neighborhood setting that sits less than a 10-minute walk away from Ala Moana Beach Park—a spacious, pristine local swimming beach that’s less crowded compared to central Waikīkī Beach.
We’re also only 10 minutes walking distance from Kahanamoku Beach and Hilton Lagoon.
Standard guest check-in at The Equus begins at 3:00 PM, and standard checkout is scheduled at 12:00 NN.
We gladly accommodate early check-in requests whenever rooms become clean and available ahead of schedule. If your flight lands early in the morning or you require a late departure, our front desk provides secure, complimentary luggage storage. While waiting, guests are fully welcome to kick back in our living room or relax with a beverage at the Paniolo Bar & Cafe.
Yes, secure on-site vehicle parking is available directly at the property for a daily parking fee (valet only – $40). Please note that parking fees are entirely waived for active-duty service members who book our specialized Military TLA Perks package.
The Equus does not operate a private airport shuttle. However, our convenient Upper West Side location makes the hotel highly accessible from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), which is an easy 15-to-20-minute ride via standard taxi, rideshare services (like Uber and Lyft), or municipal airport shuttle operators.
In strict accordance with Hawaii State smoke-free laws, The Equus maintains a 100% smoke-free property environment. Smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes and vapes, is strictly prohibited inside all indoor guest rooms, public common areas, the outdoor pool deck, and on all private guest room balconies.
No. Due to the historic architecture of our building, The Equus is operating under a grandfathered exemption and is not fully ADA accessible. Because structural limitations prevent our elevator from reaching the ground level, we do not have ADA-compliant guest rooms, wheelchair-accessible pathways, or ground-floor access to our front desk and lobby.
We want all of our guests to have a comfortable and safe experience. If you or someone in your travel party have specific mobility needs, please contact our team directly prior to booking.
Yes, The Equus is proudly celebrated as Hawaii’s very first green hotel. Through our long-term sustainability efforts, including our local Project Kanu initiative and our active partnership with Kind Traveler, our operations directly fund the planting of food-bearing trees on O‘ahu to preserve the island’s natural ecosystem and protect the ‘āina (land).
Yes. The Equus is located within a short, easy 5-to-10 minute walk (approximately 0.3 miles) to Ala Moana Center, the world’s largest open-air shopping mall.
Situated on Waikīkī’s quieter “Upper West Side,” our guests can simply walk a few blocks down Ala Moana Boulevard and cross the bridge to instantly access over 350 world-class retail stores, diverse dining options, and local entertainment, completely bypassing the heavy traffic and congestion of central Kalākaua Avenue.
Excellent public transportation options surround our property. Clean municipal bus stops operated by Honolulu’s transit system (TheBus), as well as convenient pickup locations for the famous Waikiki Trolley lines, are situated right outside or within one block of the hotel entrance, connecting you seamlessly to downtown Honolulu, Chinatown, and Diamond Head. (on the corner of Hobron and Ala Moana Blvd or across the street to head towards Waikiki)
Maximum room occupancy at The Equus varies depending on your selected room configuration, allowing up to two guests in our standard King Bed layouts and up to four guests in our Double Bed room options.
To request connecting guest rooms or coordinate arrangements for larger families, please contact our front desk team directly prior to your arrival date.
We also offer a 1 bedroom suite that accommodates 4 guests with a kitchenette for larger facilities or families.
Yes. To provide a comfortable home away from home, every warm, contemporary guest room at The Equus comes equipped with a compact mini-fridge (its larger than a regular hotel mini-fridge it is a compact refrigerator with a separate freezer) and an in-room pod-style Keurig coffee maker for your morning routine.
Microwaves or microwave access can be coordinated through our guest services team upon request but are not available in guest rooms.
Yes, children aged 17 and under stay free of charge at The Equus when sharing a room with a parent or legal guardian and utilizing the room’s existing bedding configurations.
Any guests beyond 2 persons per room incur an additional person fee of $25/day per person.
Yes, complimentary cribs, and rollaway beds can be requested during the reservation process or directly at check-in to accommodate family travel arrangements, subject to seasonal availability.
Housekeeping will gladly provide extra linens, pillows, and blankets upon request.
Note: Classic King Rooms do not allow rollaway beds due to fire safety.
Yes. Every guest room features a secure, digital in-room electronic safe to protect your personal valuables, along with a full-sized iron and ironing board so you can look your best for a night out at the Paniolo Bar or an afternoon watching polo matches.
ADA-defined working service animals are fully permitted across all public spaces and guest rooms at The Equus. For companion pets and emotional support animals, please reach out to our reservations office directly to review our current pet-friendly room availability, weight limits, and cleaning fees before checking in.
Yes. All guest rooms and suites at The Equus are equipped with fully controllable, individual indoor air conditioning units, ensuring a cool, refreshing escape from the warm tropical Honolulu climate.
The Paniolo Bar & Cafe is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Located right in the lobby of The Equus , it operates as a welcoming local café by day serving hand-crafted artisan coffee and tea , and transitions into a smooth neighborhood saloon by evening featuring unique equestrian-themed cocktails and libations.
Live music on our open-air lobby lanai is every Saturday evening starting around 6:00 PM. Enjoy acoustic performances, slack-key guitar, and island rhythms from celebrated local musicians.
Our intimate lobby dipping pool is open for guest relaxation daily from morning until dusk. Fresh, complimentary pool and beach towels are available at the front desk for all registered guests heading out to the pool deck or taking the short walk down to Ala Moana Beach Park.
While our boutique hotel embraces a relaxed, “unbridled” polo lifestyle, our front desk staff is always available to assist with essential business needs.
Guests can connect to our property-wide high-speed Wi-Fi or request assistance at the front counter to print airline boarding passes, tour vouchers, or travel documents.
The Equus does not offer traditional in-room dining services, but the Paniolo Bar & Cafe features wonderful grab-and-go food and beverage choices, and our Upper West Side neighborhood puts an abundance of top-rated local restaurants right at your doorstep.
For laundry needs, please contact our front desk to receive information regarding local self-service facilities and laundry dry-cleaning services nearby.
Absolutely. Our guest service experts specialize in curating authentic O‘ahu itineraries. We can directly schedule guided oceanfront horseback trail rides or private polo lessons at our beautiful 100-acre sister property on the North Shore, as well as coordinate surfing lessons, catamaran sails, and historical island tours.
Yes! The Paniolo Bar & Cafe is built to be a welcoming neighborhood gathering spot for our guests and local community. Local Honolulu residents and outside visitors are always invited to walk in, pull up a barstool, experience our Saturday live music sessions, and enjoy a drink with us.
Yes. In alignment with our environmental leadership as Hawaii’s first green hotel, we provide clean, accessible guest ice machines and filtered water bottle filling stations to encourage travelers to use reusable flasks and minimize single-use plastics during their stay.
Every guest who stays at The Equus during the active Hawaii Polo Season receives two complimentary admission tickets to see a live match. To claim your tickets and check current seasonal match schedules, simply present your room key or ask our guest services team at the front desk during your stay.
Yes, experiencing Hawaii’s deep equestrian roots is our signature specialty. Because our hotel’s ownership family directly operates a magnificent, 100-acre completely unspoiled beachfront ranch along O‘ahu’s North Shore, guests can seamlessly book spectacular oceanfront trail rides at the front desk.
You can also secure these excursions by booking The Fire Horse Campaign rate, which automatically includes a 20% discount on a horseback trail ride for two.
Our private 100-acre North Shore sister property and the home fields of the Hawai‘i Polo Club are located approximately 45 to 50 miles away from our Waikīkī hotel. It is a highly scenic, straightforward 60-minute drive that takes you past the central plains of O‘ahu and straight to a stunning, uncrowded beachfront sanctuary.
Yes! The expansive, oceanfront North Shore property provides a dramatic, private setting where majestic mountain ranges meet the Pacific Ocean—making it one of O‘ahu’s premier destination venues for oceanfront weddings, corporate events, and private paniolo celebrations. Our team can help you combine your North Shore venue rental with a custom boutique room block at our Waikīkī hotel.
The Equus · Waikīkī
Welcome to The Equus, your boutique hotel and home away from home in Waikīkī, Honolulu. We are a family-operated hotel with a seven-decade legacy rooted in Hawaiian hospitality and the islands’ unique Paniolo (cowboy) culture.
Search below or filter by topic. If you still can’t find your answer, get in touch and we’ll be glad to help.
To secure the lowest available rates and exclusive packages at The Equus, we always recommend booking direct through the hotel’s official website.
Our special offers page is where you’ll find our latest seasonal promotions, direct-booking discounts, and vacation packages designed to help you save on your stay.
Yes. We take pride in supporting our local community and service members. Our Kama‘āina Rate offers Hawaii residents up to 25% off accommodations when booking direct, along with a discounted $10 daily boutique amenity fee. A valid Hawaii State ID is required at check-in.
Active-duty and retired military guests also receive special rates and perks, including our Military TLA package.
Cancellation Policy: For standard single-room reservations, you can cancel for a full refund up to 72 hours before your scheduled check-in. During peak travel seasons the cancellation window may extend up to two weeks. Late cancellations or no-shows are charged one night’s room rate plus tax.
Deposit & Fees: To guarantee your reservation, a deposit equal to one night’s stay plus tax is charged at the time of booking. The remaining balance for your full stay is billed to your credit card at check-in. The Equus is a cash-free property, and a valid credit card matching your ID is required at the front desk.
The Equus accepts all major credit cards and debit networks for room reservations and on-site payments, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and JCB. A valid card matching the primary guest’s name is required to settle room charges, taxes, and tabs at the Paniolo Bar & Café. As a cash-free property, we do not accept cash payments.
Our daily boutique amenity fee covers high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property, complimentary fresh pool and beach towels, a signature Fire Horse welcome drink or local beverage at the Paniolo Bar & Café on arrival, and two complimentary admission tickets to live matches at the Hawaii Polo Club during the active polo season.
Kama‘āina guests receive a discounted rate of $10 per day with valid Hawaii State ID.
No. Published nightly room rates do not include Hawaii’s mandatory lodging taxes. A combination of the Hawaii General Excise Tax (GET) and Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) is calculated and shown as separate line items on your booking summary before final confirmation.
GET 4.712% · State TAT 11% · County TAT 3% — Total 18.712%
While standard room rates do not automatically include food, guests can add morning dining by purchasing our Daily Breakfast Package or by reserving The Fire Horse Campaign.
These options include a fresh daily breakfast for two, with premium local coffee and a breakfast sandwich, served at our equestrian-inspired open-air Paniolo Bar & Café on the lobby lanai.
Yes. The Equus offers boutique room blocks for weddings, family reunions, and groups. You can also host your ceremony or reception at our oceanfront sister property, the Hawaii Polo Club on the North Shore.
About an hour’s scenic drive from Waikīkī, this venue offers remote oceanfront event spaces, an open-air clubhouse, and access to polo ponies for unforgettable photos. Visit our Groups and Weddings page to submit an RFP and secure your accommodations and venue.
The Equus is a boutique hotel on Waikīkī’s quieter western side, at the gateway to Honolulu, O‘ahu, just 8 miles (about a 15-to-20-minute drive) from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
We’re about 0.3 miles, a short walk, to the Kahanamoku Beach end of Waikīkī Beach and Hilton Lagoon. Ala Moana Beach Park, a spacious local swimming beach that’s less crowded than central Waikīkī, is also just a short walk away.
Standard check-in begins at 3:00 PM, and standard check-out is at 12:00 PM (noon).
We gladly accommodate early check-in whenever rooms are ready ahead of schedule. If your flight lands early or you need a late departure, our front desk offers secure, complimentary luggage storage. While you wait, you’re welcome to relax in our living room or enjoy a beverage at the Paniolo Bar & Café.
Yes. Secure on-site valet parking is available at the property for a daily fee of $40 (valet only). Parking fees are waived for active-duty service members who book our Military TLA package.
The Equus does not operate a private airport shuttle. Our convenient location keeps the hotel highly accessible from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), an easy 15-to-20-minute ride by taxi, rideshare (Uber and Lyft), or airport shuttle operators.
In strict accordance with Hawaii State smoke-free laws, The Equus maintains a 100% smoke-free property. Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vapes, is prohibited inside all guest rooms, public areas, the outdoor pool deck, and on all private guest room balconies.
No. Due to the historic architecture of our building, The Equus operates under a grandfathered exemption and is not fully ADA accessible. Because structural limitations prevent our elevator from reaching the ground level, we do not have ADA-compliant guest rooms, wheelchair-accessible pathways, or ground-floor access to the front desk and lobby.
We want every guest to have a comfortable, safe stay. If you or someone in your party has specific mobility needs, please contact our team directly before booking.
Yes. The Equus is proudly known as Hawaii’s first green hotel. Through our long-term sustainability efforts, including our local Project Kanu initiative and our partnership with Kind Traveler, our operations directly fund the planting of food-bearing trees on O‘ahu to help preserve the island’s ecosystem and protect the ‘āina (land).
Yes. Ala Moana Center, the world’s largest open-air shopping mall, is just a short walk away. Head a few blocks down Ala Moana Boulevard and cross the bridge to reach over 350 retail stores, dining, and entertainment, while bypassing the heavier traffic of central Kalākaua Avenue.
Excellent public transit surrounds the property. TheBus municipal stops and Waikiki Trolley pickups are right outside or within one block of the hotel entrance, connecting you to downtown Honolulu, Chinatown, and Diamond Head. Look for stops on the corner of Hobron Lane and Ala Moana Boulevard, or across the street heading toward Waikīkī.
Maximum occupancy varies by room configuration: up to two guests in our standard King Bed layouts and up to four guests in our Double Bed rooms.
To request connecting rooms or arrange accommodations for larger families, please contact our front desk directly before your arrival. We also offer a one-bedroom suite that sleeps four with a kitchenette, ideal for larger groups or families.
Yes. Every guest room includes a compact refrigerator with a separate freezer (larger than a standard hotel mini-fridge) and an in-room pod-style Keurig coffee maker for your morning routine.
Microwaves are not available in guest rooms, but microwave access can be arranged through our guest services team on request.
Yes. Children 17 and under stay free when sharing a room with a parent or legal guardian and using the room’s existing bedding. For additional adult guests beyond two per room, an extra-person fee of $25 per night applies.
Yes. Complimentary cribs and rollaway beds can be requested during booking or at check-in, subject to seasonal availability, and housekeeping will gladly provide extra linens, pillows, and blankets on request.
Note: Classic King Rooms cannot accommodate rollaway beds due to fire safety.
Yes. Every guest room features a secure digital in-room safe, along with a full-size iron and ironing board so you can look your best for a night out at the Paniolo Bar or an afternoon watching polo.
ADA-defined working service animals are fully permitted across all public spaces and guest rooms at The Equus. For companion pets and emotional support animals, please contact our reservations office directly to review current pet-friendly room availability, weight limits, and cleaning fees before check-in.
Yes. All guest rooms and suites at The Equus have individually controlled air conditioning, for a cool, refreshing escape from the warm Honolulu climate.
The Paniolo Bar & Café is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Located in the lobby of The Equus, it serves hand-crafted coffee and tea by day and becomes a relaxed neighborhood saloon by evening, with equestrian-themed cocktails and libations.
Live music on our open-air lobby lanai is every Saturday evening, starting around 6:00 PM. Enjoy acoustic performances, slack-key guitar, and island rhythms from celebrated local musicians.
Our intimate lobby dipping pool is open for guest relaxation daily from morning until dusk. Fresh, complimentary pool and beach towels are available at the front desk for all registered guests heading to the pool deck or the short walk to the beach.
While our boutique hotel embraces a relaxed, unbridled polo lifestyle, our front desk is always happy to help with essential business needs. Guests can connect to property-wide high-speed Wi-Fi or ask the front desk to print airline boarding passes, tour vouchers, or travel documents.
The Equus does not offer traditional in-room dining, but the Paniolo Bar & Café has grab-and-go food and beverages, and our neighborhood puts plenty of top-rated local restaurants at your doorstep.
For laundry, please ask our front desk about nearby self-service and dry-cleaning options.
Absolutely. Our guest services team specializes in curating authentic O‘ahu itineraries. We can schedule guided oceanfront horseback trail rides or private polo lessons at our 100-acre North Shore sister property, and coordinate surfing lessons, catamaran sails, and historical island tours.
Yes. The Paniolo Bar & Café is a welcoming neighborhood gathering spot for guests and locals alike. Honolulu residents and visitors are always invited to walk in, pull up a barstool, catch our Saturday live music, and enjoy a drink with us.
Yes. In keeping with our environmental leadership as Hawaii’s first green hotel, we provide guest ice machines and filtered water refill stations to encourage reusable bottles and reduce single-use plastics during your stay.
Every guest who stays during the active Hawaii Polo season receives two complimentary admission tickets to a live match. To claim your tickets and check current match schedules, simply present your room key or ask our guest services team at the front desk during your stay.
Yes. Experiencing Hawaii’s deep equestrian roots is our signature specialty. Because our ownership family operates a 100-acre oceanfront ranch on O‘ahu’s North Shore, guests can book oceanfront trail rides right at the front desk.
You can also secure these excursions with The Fire Horse Campaign rate, which includes a 20% discount on a horseback trail ride for two.
Our 100-acre North Shore sister property and the home fields of the Hawaii Polo Club are about 45 to 50 miles from our Waikīkī hotel, roughly an hour’s scenic drive past the central plains of O‘ahu to an uncrowded oceanfront setting.
Yes. The oceanfront North Shore property is a dramatic, private setting where mountain ranges meet the Pacific, making it one of O‘ahu’s premier venues for oceanfront weddings, corporate events, and private paniolo celebrations. Our team can help you combine your North Shore venue rental with a custom room block at our Waikīkī hotel.
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