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True Top Floor Penthouse Residence with 360 Degree Views & A/C

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a view of the ocean through large glass doors.
A balcony with a view of a mountain, greenery, and a road.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a wooden ceiling.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a wooden ceiling.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a grey armchair, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs. A large flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and there is a balcony with a view of the city.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kaimana Beach
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Honolulu, HI
  • Place, Queen Kapiʻolani Regional Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikiki Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaimana Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1 (Master)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

True Top Floor Penthouse Residence with 360 Degree Views & A/C

Legally permitted vacation rental - 2947 Kalakaua Ave #1402

** For your health and safety, we utilize additional Sterilization procedures between reservations.

Hovering over the ocean, and surrounded by windows, this condo has direct ocean views out of every window. Beautifully renovated, this full 3 bedroom apartment has a spacious open kitchen and is right on the ocean. Large grassy lanai in front of water.

Long, open plan space. Sits above the penthouse level, so you need to walk up one flight of stairs after the elevator and this adds to the privacy. The views are some of the best on the island.

(Diamond Head Beach Hotel & Residences is now a 100% smoke free building per House Rules)

A truly amazing and unique home on Hawaii's Gold Coast - atop The Diamond Head beach Hotel & Residences.

Whisper quiet split Air-Conditioning was added to our property October 2022

** Please note, Parking must be reserved at time of booking. If garage parking is required, please check that parking is available and the current price during the booking process as spaces are limited. **

Professionally Managed Legally permitted vacation rental by Hawaii Americana Realty

Owners State of Hawaii Tax ID# TA-182-434-2016-01

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 310320290062, TA-182-434-2016-01, GE-182-434-2016-01
Property # 867605vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Honolulu

Located in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, a neighbourhood in Honolulu, this apartment is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Royal Hawaiian Center and International Market Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikiki Beach and Kaimana Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex or Neal S. Blaisdell Center. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Honolulu, HI

What's nearby

  • Queen Kapiʻolani Regional Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Waikiki Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kaimana Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Waikiki Aquarium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Honolulu Zoo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 27 min drive
  • Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lulu's Surf Club - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Deck. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Hula's Bar & Lei Stand - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is True Top Floor Penthouse Residence with 360 Degree Views & A/C pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at True Top Floor Penthouse Residence with 360 Degree Views & A/C?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at True Top Floor Penthouse Residence with 360 Degree Views & A/C?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at True Top Floor Penthouse Residence with 360 Degree Views & A/C?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is True Top Floor Penthouse Residence with 360 Degree Views & A/C located?

Located in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Kaimana Beach and Waikiki Beach. International Market Place and Royal Hawaiian Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pace to stay! Will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was in the perfect location for our family gathering. Close to everything without being at the center of everything. Had some internet issues but that just forced us to unplug.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for family of 5 adults! Amazing views!

Perfect place for our Oahu vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jennifer n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was spot-on. Amazing views, wonderful location and overall experience. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family stay

A beautiful unit with stunning views. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monte R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding

Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2022
Thanks again for staying with us - it was our pleasure to host you and we very much appreciated you being such great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honolulu trip

View and location well worth it. Plenty of room for 6 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We loved this property. Such a special location and absolute gem of a home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diamonhead stay

Very nice property, but in a somewhat busy area. Encountered direct road construction most of our stay. (Timing Im sure)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Six of us stayed at this property for nine days in March 2025. The location, views, and overall amenities were good. The host was very responsive to our questions and needs. Tips to know are; there is a narrow stairway above the elevator level you will be carrying your suitcases up, read all the particulars. There is a limited amount of paper products, so if your stay is longer than a few days, you'll need to shop. We enjoyed our stay! amountof paper products stocked, so bring
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Celebration

My five grandkids (18 to 22 yrs) and I stayed in the 3br Penthouse and had a great time. Waikiki location was great and views from the apartment were stupendous (Waikiki in one direction & Diamondhead & surfers in the other). The apartment was clean and adequate - not elegant. The third bedroom just had a "hide a bed" which was a disappointment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeffery S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Excellent location with less car and tourist traffic. Checkin was organized and efficient.

Efficient checkin process, great location to access Waikiki area. Parking was a hassle with a small space in between multiple cars in a tight space. Beautiful view of the city and ocean on all sides. Had to walk up stairs to access top floor. This is not ADA friendly. Elevator worked efficiently from parking to 14th floor. The condo smelled of mold when entering. Floor carpet was wet from rain. Condo gets hot when sun comes out, no air conditioning. Poor water pressure when showering. Overall, great location and view, however I prefer a facility that feels clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2022
Aloha Jeffrey Thanks again for staying at our property - I'm pleased you found the location to be excellent. ** Latest Update, The owners installed whisper quiet ductless Air Conditioning throughout the property in October 2022 Our apologies if one of the entry mats had gotten wet prior to your stay - As you know we actually are fully tiled throughout with a pale marble tile so I assume this has to be the carpet you spoke of? It was removed and replaced after your stay. We could not locate any odors in the property and as it was not mentioned until after your stay was unable to rectify whilst you were with us. Mahalo & Best Wishes to you and the family, David T. Reservations Mgr.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Bonnie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

This property was in a great location. All the way at the end of Waikiki, Allowing you to avoid most of the traffic and have ample street parking for extra cars at Kapiolani park during evening hours. Another positive thing was that the beds were comfortable and good quality. Some negatives; the unit was located at the very top of the building, which wasn’t the issue. The trouble was carrying our luggage up another flight of stairs to the PH as the elevator did not go to the unit floor. The staircase is narrow and steep. The unit was extremely cool with ALL windows and doors open, however, at night if we wanted to get a good sleep, we needed to close all windows and doors to help with the noise of the city, and the unit was extremely hot and uncomfortable, even with the provided fans in each room. I did not know the unit did not have AC upon booking. My fault! Both bathrooms get really hot as there is no breeze that travels through the baths, making it uncomfortable to get ready. This Kitchen was adequately stocked, however really small as it shared common space with the living room and made it difficult to prepare meals navigating around the small space. The bedrooms were nice and good size. In general, it was a decent place to stay for a short stay/visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2022
Latest Update The owners installed whisper quiet ductless Air Conditioning throughout the property in October 2022 - Another great upgrade to an already impressive vacation home. Mahalo & Thanks again for staying Bonnie.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The 360 view from the apartment was absolutely amazing. The three bedrooms provided plenty of sleeping space for our family of six. Our family is very active, so we loved being right beside the park where we could run, do pull-ups, and other exercise. Waikiki beach has a tremendous number of choices for restaurants and the beach is amazing.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Views and Walkability

This place is really special. The views alone made the trip, but the location is also incredible, completely walkable through the park to all sorts of Waikiki attractions. There is a lovely shared patio/lounge area out by the sea wall, and we spent most late afternoons bobbing around in the ocean and watching the sunset, before walking to dinner. Everything was comfortable and clean and lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Det T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views!

Amazing views of the ocean and diamond head! This property is at the very top level and the elevator doesn't go up all the way.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trang H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Easy access and check in. Good communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marisol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

The room is beautiful! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views

Great views from an eclectic penthouse. If you are into 60s design and fun lay outs this is your place. Like being in a tree house over the ocean. I will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

Great place and location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hope to return!

Perfect place in Honolulu. The location was fantastic for easy access to the beaches and parks. The layout worked well for our group. Access was very easy-even the flight of stairs above the elevator top floor was not a problem even though we had elderly travelers. The condo was well-equipped and the views were spectacular. Thank you for a wonderful holiday location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cecily p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

Lovely spacious apartment with amazing views and perfect location! We are a family of 4 with two older teenagers and the layout was perfect for us. Kitchen is stocked with nice appliances and cookware. (No rice cooker but great new pots/pans.) the 360 views are breathtaking! We can wait to come back. Mahalo!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diamond Head Christmas Week

Fabulous property with amazing ocean and Diamond Head views. Comfortable and private accommodations for family of six to enjoy the week of Christmas. Garage parking was too tight for our SUV. Sandy beach access was not adjacent to property but a convenient walk. Elevator access stopped one floor below, a bit inconvenient for heavy suitcases.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Fantastic panomamic view and best location. Mark was very well communicated whatever and whenever we needed. I really enjoyed to stay this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Mark Howard

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Aloha - Thank you for viewing one of our property listings on VRBO - My name is Mark Howard, and I am the Principal Broker, President and Property Manager for Hawaii Americana Realty, headquartered in Waikiki. Originally from New Zealand I have made Waikiki my home because of the sun, surf and sand. Hopefully you will have the opportunity to stay in one of our vacation properties sometime soon. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have, and Aloha!

Why they chose this property

Short walk to Waikiki, but condo is out of noisy area. Great 5mile walking course around diamond head. Great ocean swimming directly in front of property.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location - This top floor residence is stunningly remodeled, tastefully furnished in a contemporary style, and offer unparalleled views from 360 degrees - truly a one-of-a-kind residence

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