Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport
Description
- Hotel class: 3-star hotel
- Address: 3253 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96819, United States
- Nearest airport: Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), Honolulu
- Airport distance: About half a mile to about 1.4 miles, depending on the listing, a few minutes' drive
- Airport shuttle: Free airport shuttle, 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times
- Parking: On-site self-parking listed at USD 46.07 per night
- Overall guest rating: 7.5/10
- Smoking policy: Smoke-free property; non-smoking rooms throughout
- Property type: Airport hotel with 274 renovated rooms
- Best suited for: Airport stays, overnight layovers, early departures, late arrivals, short stays, and travellers visiting Pearl Harbor or downtown Honolulu without wanting a Waikiki beachfront price
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport is on the airport strip in western Honolulu. It is not a beach hotel. Its pitch is practical: a short stay before or after a flight, or a base for Pearl Harbor and central Honolulu, with a free airport shuttle and a free breakfast included.
Guest Experience
7.5/10
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Area |
Score |
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Location |
8.0 |
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Service |
8.2 |
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Cleanliness |
8.0 |
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Facilities |
7.4 |
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Sleep Quality |
7.4 |
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Rooms |
7.2 |
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Value |
7.2 |
What Guests Like
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Theme |
What guests say |
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Location |
Very close to the airport, good for an early flight or a one-night stopover |
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Shuttle |
Free airport shuttle, usually quick when called |
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Breakfast |
Free full breakfast, with a good range for an airport hotel |
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Staff |
Friendly, helpful front-desk staff |
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Rooms |
Clean, spacious rooms in many reviews |
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Facilities |
Outdoor pool, laundry, on-site shop, free Wi-Fi |
Main Guest Complaints
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Theme |
What guests say |
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Dated rooms |
Decor and furnishings feel dated, some maintenance issues |
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Noise |
Freeway and highway noise, worse in some rooms |
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Value |
Extra charges, above all parking, change the value of a cheap rate |
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Shuttle hours |
Shuttle does not run all night, so very early flights can need a taxi |
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Breakfast hours |
Breakfast ends at 9:00 AM, too early for some early departures |
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Service |
Occasional lapses, including rooms not serviced on some days |
Rooms & Suites
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Room Type |
Beds |
Sleeps |
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2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking |
2 double beds |
3 people |
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2 Double Beds, Courtyard View, Pet Friendly |
2 double beds |
3 people |
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2 Double Beds, Tower Room |
2 double beds |
3 people |
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1 King Bed, City View |
1 king bed |
2 people |
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1 King Bed, Tower Room, Corner Room |
1 king bed |
2 people |
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King Room, Roll-in Shower, Accessible |
1 king bed, sofa bed |
3 people |
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2 Double Beds, City View |
2 double beds |
3 people |
Room Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV with cable
- Microwave
- Mini-fridge
- Coffee and tea maker
- Desk and workspace
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Free Wi-Fi
- Private bathroom with shower/tub combination
- Designer toiletries
Prices — November 2026
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Room Type |
Agoda |
Booking.com |
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2 Double Beds, Non-Smoking |
USD 205 |
USD 184 |
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2 Double Beds, Courtyard View, Pet Friendly |
USD 205 |
USD 173 |
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2 Double Beds, Tower Room |
USD 218 |
Not shown |
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1 King Bed, City View |
USD 248 |
USD 209 |
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1 King Bed, Tower Room, Corner Room |
USD 258 |
USD 195 |
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King Room, Roll-in Shower, Accessible |
USD 258 |
USD 195 |
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2 Double Beds, City View |
Not shown |
USD 206 |
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Tax Breakdown
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Site |
Breakdown |
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Booking.com |
Tourism fee 3% excluded; Local council tax 0.5% excluded; Tax 11% excluded; City tax 4.21% excluded; total excluded 18.71%; no resort fee listed; base not stated |
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Agoda |
Total USD 205.84 = room price component USD 200.64 + Tourism Fee USD 5.20; Tax USD 19.07, City tax USD 7.30, Local Council Tax USD 0.87 are inside the room price component; no resort fee listed |
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TripAdvisor |
Mandatory fees included in partner prices; taxes not included; not itemised |
Cancellation Policy and Prepayment
Free cancellation before 7 November 2026 on the rates checked. No prepayment needed on Booking.com rates, pay at the property. On Agoda rates, cancellation within 3 days of arrival incurs 94% of the booking value, and a no-show incurs 94%.
Check-In & Check-Out
Check-in from 4:00 PM, check-out at 11:00 AM. Minimum check-in age 18. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability. Some listings give a 3:00 PM check-in start instead of 4:00 PM.
Breakfast & Dining
A complimentary full hot breakfast buffet is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, with vegetarian options. The on-site Plaza Cafe serves American cuisine, with breakfast daily and dinner options including burgers, salads, steaks, and seafood. A local coffeeshop, Caffeine Lab, is also on site.
Main Hotel Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor pool with sundeck and sun loungers
- 24-hour fitness centre
- Business centre
- Meeting and banquet facilities, 2,208 sq ft, up to 150 people
- Garden and terrace
- Laundry and dry-cleaning services
- Guest laundry
- Vending machine and sundries shop
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Express check-out
- Lift
- ATM and front-desk safe
- Multilingual staff
Paid Facilities & Extras
- Self-parking, covered, USD 46.07 per night in most listings; Agoda noted USD 44 per day
- Electric vehicle charging point
- Pet fee USD 41.88 per pet, per night
- Rollaway bed USD 35.39 per day
- Early check-in fee, subject to availability
- Late check-out fee, subject to availability
Room Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV with cable
- Microwave
- Mini-fridge
- Coffee and tea maker
- Desk and workspace
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Free Wi-Fi
- Private bathroom with shower/tub combination
- Designer toiletries
Airport Transportation
- Airport shuttle: Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
Parking
On-site covered self-parking is listed at USD 46.07 per night in most listings, with in/out privileges. Agoda noted USD 44 per day. Parking is a repeated guest complaint on value, so it should be factored into any comparison with nearby airport hotels that include parking or charge less for it.
Pool & Fitness
An outdoor pool with a sundeck and sun loungers is on site. The fitness centre is open 24 hours, with cardio machines, free weights, and space for yoga and pilates, with views of Honolulu, Diamond Head, and Pearl Harbor.
Business & Meeting Facilities
A business centre is on site, with meeting and banquet space totalling 2,208 sq ft, for up to 150 people, for conferences, corporate events, and social functions.
Accessibility
Accessible rooms are available, including king rooms with roll-in showers, mobility-accessible layouts, and sofa beds. Accessible parking is listed. Lifts serve the floors.
Safety & Security
The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security. Doors are kept secured at night. The property is entirely smoke-free, with smoking detection sensors in rooms.
Smoking Policy
The hotel is entirely smoke-free. Smoking, including vapes and e-cigarettes, is prohibited throughout the property.
Children & Extra Beds
Rooms sleep 2 people or 3 people as shown in the room table. A rollaway bed is listed at USD 35.39 per day. Selected Agoda offers include kids staying free.
Pets
Dogs and cats are allowed in specific pet-friendly rooms only. Maximum 2 pets per room, up to 65 lbs per pet, at USD 41.88 per pet, per night. Pets cannot be left unattended, and pet-friendly rooms should be requested in advance.
Nearby Restaurants
- McDonald's, next door on N Nimitz Hwy
- Starbucks, nearby
- IHOP, nearby
- Dunkin' Donuts, nearby
- L&L Drive Inn, nearby
- Korean barbecue and sushi options, nearby
Nearby Tourist Attractions
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Attraction |
Approximate distance |
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Bishop Museum |
2.7 mi |
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USS Arizona Memorial |
3.1 mi |
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USS Missouri Memorial |
3.1 mi |
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Pearl Harbor |
3.6 mi |
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Iolani Palace |
4.0 mi |
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National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific |
4.7 mi |
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Honolulu Museum of Art |
4.7 mi |
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Ala Moana Center |
5.5 mi |
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Waikiki Beach |
8.2 mi |
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Downtown Honolulu |
4.0 mi |
What Is Really Good?
The location is the point of this hotel. It is minutes from HNL, the free shuttle runs from 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and the free breakfast is a real saving for a one-night stay. Staff get consistent praise, rooms are generally clean and spacious, and Pearl Harbor, Bishop Museum, and downtown Honolulu are all a short drive away.
What Could Be Better?
Rooms feel dated, freeway noise is a real issue in some rooms, and parking at around USD 46 per night plus pet and rollaway fees can push the final bill well above the headline rate. Breakfast ends at 9:00 AM and the shuttle does not run all night, so both can miss a very early flight. Guests who want a beach stay, a late dinner on site, or a quiet room should ask for a room away from the freeway and check the shuttle times before booking.
Recommendation
Best Western The Plaza Hotel Honolulu Airport is a good pick for a short airport stay, an early flight, or a Pearl Harbor base, especially for guests who value a free shuttle and a free breakfast. It is not the pick for a quiet beach holiday or for guests who need an all-night shuttle. Compare the total, room plus taxes plus parking, across Booking.com and Agoda before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Best Western The Plaza Hotel close to Honolulu airport?
Yes. Listings put it from about half a mile to about 1.4 miles from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, a few minutes' drive.
Does the hotel have a free airport shuttle?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available, running from 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM at scheduled times.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in from 4:00 PM, check-out at 11:00 AM, with some listings giving a 3:00 PM check-in start.
Is parking free at Best Western The Plaza Hotel?
No. Self-parking is listed at USD 46.07 per night in most listings.
Does the hotel have a pool?
Yes, an outdoor pool with a sundeck and sun loungers.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, in specific pet-friendly rooms, for dogs and cats up to 65 lbs, 2 pets maximum, at USD 41.88 per pet, per night.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a complimentary full hot breakfast buffet is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Is this hotel good for Pearl Harbor?
Yes. Pearl Harbor is about 3.6 miles away, with the USS Arizona Memorial about 3.1 miles away.
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