New Otani Kaimana Beach

One of Waikiki's best-kept secrets is this boutique hotel. Nestled right on a lovely stretch of beach at the foot of Diamond Head, with Kapiolani Park just across the street. The Waikiki-side guest rooms are tastefully decorated in pale pastels; they open onto large lanais with ocean and park views. As the hotel overlooks Kapiolani Park, guests have easy access to activities such as golf, tennis and cycling. There is also kayaking and snorkeling available at the beach. The hotel can arrange for visitors to climb to the top of Diamond Head with beautifull views. The airy lobby opens onto the alfresco Hau Tree Lanai restaurant, a delightfully romantic beachfront restaurant, set under the same banyan tree that sheltered Robert Louis Stevenson a century ago. The Miyako Restaurant offers gourmet Japanese dining with an ocean view. The beachfront Sunset Lanai Lounge is great for cocktails and has live Hawaiian music at lunch on Friday.