Hyatt Centric Waikiki REVIEW - MASTER THREAD
Jul 29, 2021, 3:29 pm
#181
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: MSP
Programs: DL PlatMM, BA and Alaska Emerald, HHonors DIA, Accor, Marriott Titanium, IHG Plat Amb, UA Silver, AA
Posts: 4,519
Just finished a 4-night stay using the "Study Aboard" rate--- I thought it was a spelling mistake but then one surfing lesson ("aboard") is included. Quite good value, since those lessons cost around $75+ tax, and the resort fee and parking (Total around $75-100 per day, I guess?) are all waived. Total including tax was $1168 for 4 nights.
Huge negative is that the restaurant is still closed, with no sign of any changes in that soon. So you're on your own for breakfast. Bar closed too. Parking ramp is tight, especially since we were given a huge Jeep at Alamo, an "upgrade" that we really didn't need/want.
Positives outweighed the negatives for us, though: surprisingly new feeling hotel, excellent maintenance and clean, housekeeping offered daily (!) if asked for; calls to front desk answered within 5-15 seconds, as opposed to most other recent hotel stays we've had with completely shambolic service. Beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels easy to get from the bell desk at the front door. Cute refillable Hyatt Centric Waikiki water bottle as a gift for guests.
Just a feeling that they've got their s*** together here, it's not a disorganized mess that most other hotels seem to be.
Totally recommend.
Huge negative is that the restaurant is still closed, with no sign of any changes in that soon. So you're on your own for breakfast. Bar closed too. Parking ramp is tight, especially since we were given a huge Jeep at Alamo, an "upgrade" that we really didn't need/want.
Positives outweighed the negatives for us, though: surprisingly new feeling hotel, excellent maintenance and clean, housekeeping offered daily (!) if asked for; calls to front desk answered within 5-15 seconds, as opposed to most other recent hotel stays we've had with completely shambolic service. Beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels easy to get from the bell desk at the front door. Cute refillable Hyatt Centric Waikiki water bottle as a gift for guests.
Just a feeling that they've got their s*** together here, it's not a disorganized mess that most other hotels seem to be.
Totally recommend.
Jul 29, 2021, 5:58 pm
#183
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Argentina
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, IHG Diamond, Accor Plus Silver
Posts: 183
Also finished a 4 night stay a few nights ago. Completely agree, only negative point is restaurant/breakfast situation. Staff was 5 stars, from bell boys to reception and the always smiling housekeeping ladies 
. Aloha!
. Aloha!Just finished a 4-night stay using the "Study Aboard" rate--- I thought it was a spelling mistake but then one surfing lesson ("aboard") is included. Quite good value, since those lessons cost around $75+ tax, and the resort fee and parking (Total around $75-100 per day, I guess?) are all waived. Total including tax was $1168 for 4 nights.
Huge negative is that the restaurant is still closed, with no sign of any changes in that soon. So you're on your own for breakfast. Bar closed too. Parking ramp is tight, especially since we were given a huge Jeep at Alamo, an "upgrade" that we really didn't need/want.
Positives outweighed the negatives for us, though: surprisingly new feeling hotel, excellent maintenance and clean, housekeeping offered daily (!) if asked for; calls to front desk answered within 5-15 seconds, as opposed to most other recent hotel stays we've had with completely shambolic service. Beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels easy to get from the bell desk at the front door. Cute refillable Hyatt Centric Waikiki water bottle as a gift for guests.
Just a feeling that they've got their s*** together here, it's not a disorganized mess that most other hotels seem to be.
Totally recommend.
Huge negative is that the restaurant is still closed, with no sign of any changes in that soon. So you're on your own for breakfast. Bar closed too. Parking ramp is tight, especially since we were given a huge Jeep at Alamo, an "upgrade" that we really didn't need/want.
Positives outweighed the negatives for us, though: surprisingly new feeling hotel, excellent maintenance and clean, housekeeping offered daily (!) if asked for; calls to front desk answered within 5-15 seconds, as opposed to most other recent hotel stays we've had with completely shambolic service. Beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels easy to get from the bell desk at the front door. Cute refillable Hyatt Centric Waikiki water bottle as a gift for guests.
Just a feeling that they've got their s*** together here, it's not a disorganized mess that most other hotels seem to be.
Totally recommend.
Jul 29, 2021, 8:07 pm
#184
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: Northern New Mexico
Posts: 1,751
Very shallow, I think somewhere around 18 deep. Basically there to dip your feet and not much more aside from the hot tub area thats a bit deeper. However, there are some nice sheltered ocean waters a few blocks away for something a bit deeper but still calm.
Jul 29, 2021, 8:32 pm
#185
Join Date: Dec 2018
Programs: $9 Fare Club
Posts: 1,490
Wouldn't recommend it as a pool for kids tbh, as I noted above its more of a Cosmo LV rooftop pool vibe, not built for paddling or swimming lengths.
Jul 30, 2021, 6:49 pm
#187
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: MSP
Programs: DL PlatMM, BA and Alaska Emerald, HHonors DIA, Accor, Marriott Titanium, IHG Plat Amb, UA Silver, AA
Posts: 4,519
Jeez, I'm surprised at that. They're leaving a lot of money on the table there, the pool/outdoor area is perfect for a buzzy bar to sell cocktails.
Wouldn't recommend it as a pool for kids tbh, as I noted above its more of a Cosmo LV rooftop pool vibe, not built for paddling or swimming lengths.
Wouldn't recommend it as a pool for kids tbh, as I noted above its more of a Cosmo LV rooftop pool vibe, not built for paddling or swimming lengths.
Aug 11, 2021, 11:25 am
#189
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AS 75K; UA 1MM; Hyatt Globalist; Marriott LTP; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 56,671
Probably because the revenue wouldn't cover the costs, and they're having no problem filling the rooms while offering a sub-par product.
Aug 11, 2021, 11:57 am
#190
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 5,006
If anyone is curious what the hotel looks like, I made a short video from my stay last month. Restaurant still closed and being used as a Work from Hyatt space. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RXB8hKwvS5w
Does anyone know if you can use Suite awards at this property? I booked the HR but after seeing your posts I'll be moving here.
Aug 11, 2021, 4:03 pm
#191
Join Date: May 2007
Programs: UA 1K, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 5,649
Aug 11, 2021, 5:16 pm
#192
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 5,006
Aug 18, 2021, 3:46 pm
#194
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: MSP
Programs: DL PlatMM, BA and Alaska Emerald, HHonors DIA, Accor, Marriott Titanium, IHG Plat Amb, UA Silver, AA
Posts: 4,519
I think most upgrades here are to the "City View Suite" or "mountain view suite". That's what we had, and were on the 10th floor, not near the top but still very quiet. Some Waikiki hotels have older windows and are noisy. Our 4 nights there were good. Nice to be able to secure the TSU ahead of time, since as a Marriott Bonvoy Titanium it's almost impossible with them!