We enjoyed a much needed staycation in the conveniently located Ilikai hotel. I had no idea that people owned here until this place popped up as an option. Jason's place is stylishly renovated with a view of the street and more affordable than the hotel prices. We checked in on a Friday afternoon and caught the Friday night fireworks during dinner at the Chart House (not the chain and it was good!...recommend reservations). Then I happened to catch a beautiful 5am sunrise between the high-rises and off the lanai.
The suite was easy to access, we were given directions to bypass the registration desk and take the elevators straight to the room. Pin pad was super easy and we didn't have to bother with a key or key card all weekend. Valet parking is $28/day (only hotel option) and the Marina is $21/day so we parked at a relatives house and Uber'd over. It was cheaper to Uber a few times throughout the weekend and Uber back then to park the entire time.
The 1st floor pool was packed with families and kids when we went and the 2nd floor pool is in the shade during the later afternoon hours so plan your pool time better than we did! I imagined staying at the hotel all weekend but between the pool options and the full day construction in the room above us (how else are they supposed to renovate and upgrade right?), we ran away to Lewers Street, shopped and watched some games at Giovanni Pastramis. It was still a nice weekend in Waikiki.