Best Waikiki sunset cocktail spot?
Jun 9, 2007, 5:39 pm
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Best Waikiki sunset cocktail spot?
Husband & I hope to spend one evening having cocktails and watching the sunset. I'd like recommendations for a place that has nice views, great cocktails, is not overly stuffy/expensive, preferably with live music. Anything in the Hilton Hawaiian Village or within walking distance that would be good?
Jun 9, 2007, 5:50 pm
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We like the bar right on the beach with the big banyan tree out in back of the Sheraton Moana Surfrider.
Another is Duke's Canoe Club in the back of the Outrigger Waikiki right next door to the Moana. This one is louder, but cheaper.
There are other venues in most of the hotels right on the beach.
Another is Duke's Canoe Club in the back of the Outrigger Waikiki right next door to the Moana. This one is louder, but cheaper.
There are other venues in most of the hotels right on the beach.
Jun 9, 2007, 5:51 pm
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Check out Canoes Lounge at the Ilikai Hotel, next to HHV. Nice outdoor lanai bar, great views. http://www.ilikaihotel.com/dining/index.html
Jun 9, 2007, 5:59 pm
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the Mai Tai Bar at the Royal Hawaiian isn't bad, along with the other suggestions.
Jun 9, 2007, 6:29 pm
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Jun 10, 2007, 1:03 pm
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The Green Flash
Maybe you should explain what the Green Flash is. When the sky is perfectly clear to the horizon, during the last spit second of the sunset over the ocean, the sun turns green. I thought they were pulling my leg until I saw it myself!
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Jun 12, 2007, 6:56 pm
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Which ones did you try, SPort? 
I second the Mai Tai bar at Royal Hawaiian for a literally beachside location without crowds.
Views of the sunset could be a little more expansive at the Surfrider & Dukes or on the HHV/Ilikai side, but why not try them over a few nights?
Ask kaukau about the view from his and Mrs K's Suite at the Hawaii Prince!
I second the Mai Tai bar at Royal Hawaiian for a literally beachside location without crowds.
Views of the sunset could be a little more expansive at the Surfrider & Dukes or on the HHV/Ilikai side, but why not try them over a few nights?
Ask kaukau about the view from his and Mrs K's Suite at the Hawaii Prince!
Jun 12, 2007, 8:02 pm
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Which ones did you try, SPort?
I second the Mai Tai bar at Royal Hawaiian for a literally beachside location without crowds.
Views of the sunset could be a little more expansive at the Surfrider & Dukes or on the HHV/Ilikai side, but why not try them over a few nights?
Ask kaukau about the view from his and Mrs K's Suite at the Hawaii Prince!
I second the Mai Tai bar at Royal Hawaiian for a literally beachside location without crowds.
Views of the sunset could be a little more expansive at the Surfrider & Dukes or on the HHV/Ilikai side, but why not try them over a few nights?
Ask kaukau about the view from his and Mrs K's Suite at the Hawaii Prince!
How's things down under? Think about you every time I scratch my back with "Little Roo". Also thinking about chilling that fine Tassie Pinot Gris one of these evenings for sunset. But the Mudgee is staying cellared, at least until your next visit!
Speaking of Waikiki sunsets, yeah, that view from our room at the Prince was fair enough, I'd say.
Say "Hi" to the Mrs. for us!!!!
Mr. & Mrs. k.
Jun 12, 2007, 10:04 pm
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Maui definitely, next time (unless we see you first in Vegas!)
We will be back in time for the Mountain Blue, no worries!
Sunsets here are now 4.45PM, so we miss those 7.20ish times along Waikiki and Waikoloa. Enjoy the summer! May you enjoy big tips and winning tickets!
Jun 14, 2007, 11:57 am
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I second the vote for the House Without a Key at the Halekulani. It's definitely walking distance to the HHV, they have nightly entertainment of the ukulele and hula variety, and the world's best (in my opinion) Mai Tai. Add a great view of Diamond Head..what more could you want?
Jun 18, 2007, 12:34 pm
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I 'third' the motion for Halekulani's House w/out a Key; it's a beautiful, but low-key, spot. The ocean in front, Diamond Head to the left, nice Hawaiian music and hula, a list of great sundowners - it's hard to beat.
