Charming and one-of-a-kind, The Equus is Waikīkī’s last family-owned and operated boutique hotel offering true Hawaiian hospitality at an unbeatable price. Reminiscent of Hawaii’s paniolo history, the hotel and its rooms are designed with an equestrian flair and furnished with antique east-Asian decor. While a rare, quiet getaway in Waikīkī, guests will discover there’s plenty to do nearby, whether it’s shopping and dining at Ala Moana, one of the nation’s largest shopping malls, spending the day in the sun at Magic Island Beach Park, or sailing at the nearby Ala Wai marina. We also encourage our guests to make the beautiful drive to our sister property, Hawai’i Polo Club up on the North Shore, to watch the seasonal polo matches, take polo lessons, or enjoy a spectacular horseback trail ride. Comfortable, timeless, and personable, The Equus is truly a hidden gem in the heart of Honolulu.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Score 20% off your next stay when you book ahead! Must book 30 days in advance to qualify.
KAMA'AINA RESIDENT RATE
Locals receive 15% off our best rate when they book direct! For a limited time, book before December 20th and receive a free room upgrade.
Daily Breakfast Package
Gallop and graze with daily breakfast for 2! Available at our on-site Paniolo Bar & Cafe.
OUR ROOMS
CLASSIC KING
Find comfort in our Classic King room. This room features a 4-post bed with pillow-top covers and a handmade Italian duvet comforter. View the happenings of Waikiki from your very own furnished outdoor lanai.
CLASSIC TWO DOUBLE BEDS
Recommended for families on the go, our Classic Doubles room features 2 double 4-post beds and hosts up to a family of four. You’ll find all the same modern luxuries here as our Classic King room (minus the lanai).
DELUXE KING
Upgrade to the Deluxe King room for a higher floor and partial view of the Pacific. Decorated with imported antique furniture from East Asia, this room still offers modern appliances such as stainless steel mid-sized refrigerator and Keurig coffee maker.
Deluxe Two Double Beds
Our Deluxe Doubles room offers all the same luxuries (minus the lanai) as our Deluxe King room, but for a bigger family of 4.
EXECUTIVE KING
Need more space? Spread out in our Executive King room, available on our highest floor and complete with views of grand Waikiki and partial views of the Pacific.
BAMBOO QUEEN
Relive old Hawaii in our Bamboo Queen room. Designed around an eye-catching canopy bed, this room is carefully composed of wooden bamboo furniture and tropical floral prints, all while having the modern conveniences you need.
CLASSIC KING
Find comfort in our Classic King room. This room features a 4-post bed with pillow-top covers and a handmade Italian duvet comforter. View the happenings of Waikiki from your very own furnished outdoor lanai.CLASSIC TWO DOUBLE BEDS
Recommended for families on the go, our Classic Doubles room features 2 double 4-post beds and hosts up to a family of four. You’ll find all the same modern luxuries here as our Classic King room (minus the lanai).DELUXE KING
Upgrade to the Deluxe King room for a higher floor and partial view of the Pacific. Decorated with imported antique furniture from East Asia, this room still offers modern appliances such as stainless steel mid-sized refrigerator and Keurig coffee maker.
Deluxe Two Double Beds
Our Deluxe Doubles room offers all the same luxuries (minus the lanai) as our Deluxe King room, but for a bigger family of 4.EXECUTIVE KING
Need more space? Spread out in our Executive King room, available on our highest floor and complete with views of grand Waikiki and partial views of the Pacific.BAMBOO QUEEN
Relive old Hawaii in our Bamboo Queen room. Designed around an eye-catching canopy bed, this room is carefully composed of wooden bamboo furniture and tropical floral prints, all while having the modern conveniences you need.
Services & Amenities
Welcome Aloha Drink (1 per guest per stay, max 2 per room) redeemable at on-site Paniolo Bar
24-hour guest services desk
Outdoor pool and cabana
Complimentary pool/beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas
On-site Paniolo Bar & Café
Weekly evening entertainment
Complimentary self-guided walking tour of Waikiki with Shaka Tours
2 complimentary tickets to Hawai’i Polo Club (available during season only)
Complimentary high-speed WiFi
In-room mid-sized refrigerator
Keurig coffeemaker with complimentary organic coffee and tea
Earth Tempo biodegradable eco-friendly bath amenities
Flat-screen LCD HDTV
Plush pillow-top beds with handmade Italian Mascioni duvet comforters
The Equus is proud to be a part of TripAdvisor’s Green Leader’s Program, Ocean Friendly Restaurants Hawai’i, Hawaii Green Business certified, and a partner of Kind Traveler. Guests can keep their peace of mind, knowing their stay is a sustainable one.
Read more about our green initiatives here >>
HISTORY OF THE
HAWAIIAN PANIOLO
When dreaming up an image of Hawaii, most people think of hula dancers on pearly white beaches or surfers on aqua waves. But a rider on horseback is just as Hawaiian as either of those scenes. Cattle have been in the Hawaiian islands since the late 1700s, when an English explorer brought them to King Kamehameha I as a present. When the cattle populations grew out of control, the king hired cattle herders from Spanish California to train Hawaiians in their craft. And so the culture of the Hawaiian paniolo was born!
If you want to see a modern-day paniolo, head on up to the North Shore, home of the Hawai‘i Polo Club. Every guest checking in during the summer season receives two complimentary admission tickets to the polo matches held there.