Entry No. 59 · Honolulu, HI
Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach
A sleek, modern boutique Hyatt two blocks from Waikiki Beach with rooftop vibes, clean design, and one of the best locations in Honolulu — all bookable on points.
- Brand
- Hyatt · Hyatt Centric
- Tier
- Upper-Upscale
- Room
- City View King
- Cash
- $250–450 / night
- Points
- 17,000–23,000 · Cat 5
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Location
The Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is located on Seaside Avenue, two blocks from Waikiki Beach and directly adjacent to the International Market Place shopping center. The hotel is in the heart of Waikiki’s dining and shopping scene — Kalakaua Avenue’s luxury boutiques are steps away, and the beach is a 5-minute walk. Diamond Head is visible from higher floors, and Honolulu International Airport (HNL) is about 25 minutes by car.
The Property
The Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is a modern boutique hotel that brings a contemporary lifestyle vibe to Waikiki’s hotel scene. The design is clean and minimalist with Hawaiian-inspired touches — natural materials, muted tropical tones, and local artwork. The lobby doubles as a social hub with communal seating, a curated reading library, and local information displays. A rooftop splash lounge with cabanas, a small fitness center, and beach gear rentals (surfboards, boogie boards, snorkel equipment) round out the amenities. At 230 rooms, it feels intimate compared to Waikiki’s mega-resorts.
Check-In
Check-in is friendly and efficient. The staff embodies the Hyatt Centric brand ethos — knowledgeable about the local scene and eager to share insider recommendations for restaurants, hikes, and experiences beyond the typical tourist trail. Globalist members receive upgrades when available, though the uniform room configuration limits upgrade options.
City View King
The City View King room is compact by mainland standards but well-designed and thoughtfully laid out. Clean lines, light wood furnishings, and a modern Hawaiian aesthetic keep the space feeling fresh. The king bed is comfortable with quality linens, and the room includes a flat-screen TV, work desk, mini-fridge, coffee maker, and a safe. The city-view rooms face the Waikiki skyline and, from higher floors, offer glimpses of Diamond Head and the Koolau Mountains. Ocean-view rooms are available at a premium.
Bathroom
The bathroom is compact but modern with a walk-in rain shower, single vanity, and quality bath products. The design is clean and minimalist with good lighting. No bathtub in standard rooms. Functional and well-maintained — it makes efficient use of the available space.
Restaurants & Bars
Basalt (Breakfast & Dinner)
The hotel’s ground-floor restaurant and bar serves Hawaiian-influenced contemporary American cuisine. Breakfast features local touches — poke bowls, açaí, and Kona coffee alongside standard fare. Dinner showcases local seafood and farm-to-table ingredients. The cocktail program emphasizes tropical flavors and local spirits.
Splash Lounge
The rooftop pool deck is the hotel’s social highlight — a small plunge pool surrounded by cabanas and loungers with views of the Waikiki skyline. Cocktails and light bites are available, and the sunset vibe is excellent.
Bottom Line
The Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is the ideal Waikiki hotel for travelers who want a modern, boutique experience without the massive resort crowds and daily resort fees of Waikiki’s mega-properties. The location is unbeatable — steps from the beach, shopping, and restaurants — and the clean, contemporary design feels fresh compared to the dated interiors of some neighboring hotels. The rooms are smaller than resort standards, but the smart design and walkable location compensate. It is an excellent choice for couples, solo travelers, and Hyatt loyalists who prefer style over sprawl.
Value
| Cash rate | $250–450 / night |
|---|---|
| Award cost | 17,000–23,000 · Cat 5 |
| Implied cpp | 1.75¢ |
Cash rates at the Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach average $250-$450/night depending on season. As a Category 5 Hyatt property, standard award nights cost 17,000-23,000 points. At an average cash rate of $350, a 20,000-point redemption yields approximately 1.75 cents per point — just shy of the 1.8cpp threshold. During peak season (December-March, summer), cash rates can exceed $500, pushing points value well above 2.0cpp. The absence of a mandatory resort fee (unlike many Waikiki competitors) makes the effective savings even greater on points redemptions. Book Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach through Scott & Thomas