Fodor's Expert Review Ala Moana Hotel

A decent value in a pricey hotel market, location is the hallmark of this property, which is connected to Oahu's largest mall, the Ala Moana Center, by a pedestrian ramp and is just a 10-minute walk from Waikiki, a two-minute stroll from Ala Moana Beach Park, and a block from the convention center. The condo-style rooms resemble small, comfortable apartments, with microwave ovens, mini-refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and lanais with outdoor seating. The lobby, pool deck, and restaurants have been refreshed in recent years, and there's a fitness center with a sauna and steam room. The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood, on the 36th floor, has some of the best views of Honolulu in the city. Check the website for greatly reduced rates.