Location. The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach is near Honolulu, Hawaii's Waikiki Beach. The resort sits adjacent to the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center and across the street from the shops of the International Market Place. The Honolulu Zoo, Kapiolani Park and Waikiki Aquarium are within one mile of the property.
Hotel Features. Original Hawaiian art, including a 100 year old canoe, is displayed in the lobby of smoke free The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. Weekly activities feature storytelling events and Hawaiian craft and music workshops. Dedicated to legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku, Duke's Canoe Club offers a lively atmosphere, buffet breakfasts and a la carte lunches and dinners. Additional oceanfront dining options at the hotel include Chuck's Steak House, Hula Grill Waikiki with antique beach house settings, a sandwich and smoothie shop and a coffee bar. The hotel hosts complimentary wireless Internet access throughout its meeting rooms and 24 hour business center with print and fax services. The property's rooftop Plantation Spa features pampering treatments such as the Macadamia Nut Scrub, Volcanic Pumice Polish and the Detoxifying Limu Wrap. Ocean activities and beachside massages are also available. The adjacent fitness center provides cardiovascular and strength training equipment. An outdoor pool with hot tub is also on the property. The resort's shops sell Pacific crafts, beachwear and sundries. Other recreational activities include surf lessons, canoe rides and catamaran cruises. This hotel is part of a hospitality program enabling guests to utilize dining, entertainment and spa services from neighboring properties.

Guestrooms. The 524 guestrooms offer furnished lanais with ocean or city views. Cable television with premium channels and video game consoles are provided, and high speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Bathrooms boast Pikake products. Refrigerators and coffeemakers are included in each room.

Expert Tip. A highlight of my trip to The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach was the venerated musical variety act, Society of Seven. The group performs Las Vegas style entertainment at the hotel every evening Tuesday through Saturday.