Lobby view at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. The space features white pillars adorned with blue surfboard accents, a ceiling finished with wooden slats, and a seating area with sofas and round rattan stools. The floor is finished with wood-patterned tile, with additional wall decor and furniture placed toward the back.

Hyatt CentricHonolulu, United StatesMay 2025

Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach Review

Name: Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach
Address: 349 Seaside Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA, Honolulu, US

By the Globalist Notes coupleStayed, photographed, and reviewed in person

Located in the heart of Waikiki, this hotel is a practical base for travelers who prioritize shopping, nightlife, and the energy of the city.

Urban

Key Points from This Stay

Upgrade1 King and 1 Queen Bed Deluxeupgrade byGlobalist BenefitResort Fee$48waived byGlobalist Benefit

Breakfast BenefitRestaurant · Buffet, Continentalprovided byGlobalist Benefit

ParkingCovered, Valet · $55waived byGlobalist BenefitValet parking fee$60waived byGlobalist Benefit

Outdoor Pool

This Stay at a Glance

Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is an urban property set in the heart of Waikiki. It is better suited for guests who want to explore the area's diverse dining, shopping, and nightlife on foot, rather than those seeking a traditional beach resort experience. While the name includes 'Waikiki Beach,' the property is not directly on the water; its primary advantage is its proximity to the city's vibrant center.

As a Globalist, the lack of a lounge or a dedicated breakfast benefit—compared to other resort-style Hyatt properties—was a notable drawback. Guests should plan to rely on nearby food courts or local restaurants for breakfast. If beach access and extensive resort-style amenities are your priority, the Hyatt Regency Waikiki may be a better fit. However, for travelers who value urban convenience and an active itinerary, this hotel serves as a practical home base.

Exterior view of Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii. The hotel building and palm trees are silhouetted against a blue twilight sky, while the ground-floor lobby is illuminated with a bright pink glow. Pedestrians are visible on the street in front of the building. — The lobby’s pink lighting made a striking first impression upon our arrival at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach after sunset. Its location in the heart of Waikiki made it convenient for walking to nearby areas and getting around.

Lobby lounge at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, featuring a long wooden communal table with matching stools in the center. The back wall behind the bar counter is decorated with Hawaiian landscape art and a television, while the ceiling is accented with wave-like wooden slats under warm ambient lighting. — I spent time at this long wooden table in the lobby lounge to plan our daily itinerary; the calm atmosphere made it a convenient spot to catch up on work or take a quick break.

Afternoon sunlight hits the Honolulu city buildings and distant mountain range, viewed through the floor-to-ceiling windows of a guest room at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. A portion of a white bed frame is visible in the foreground under a partly cloudy blue sky. — The view of downtown Honolulu from our room at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, where the floor-to-ceiling windows capture the afternoon light and the surrounding Waikiki cityscape.

The lobby view upon arrival at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, featuring the local Hawaiian-inspired surfboard decor and a guest preparing for check-in near the entrance.

Room Upgrade Experience

Room on this stay1 King and 1 Queen Bed Deluxe

As a Globalist benefit, I was offered a suite upgrade, but since those rooms were on lower floors, I opted for a 1 King and 1 Queen Bed Deluxe room on the 17th floor. Since this is a city hotel rather than a beach resort, the high-floor views of the Honolulu skyline and mountains felt much more open and airy. The room features floor-to-ceiling windows that provide excellent natural light, and practical amenities—including a Keurig coffee maker, mini-fridge, and electronic safe—made for a convenient stay. The bathroom is stocked with large-format pump amenities and Coco Mango-scented body lotion. However, because the hotel is in the heart of Waikiki, street noise, including music and motorcycles, can be heard late into the night. If you are sensitive to noise, you may want to prepare accordingly, even if you request a high-floor room.

Interior of a guest room at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with views of downtown Honolulu and the mountain range. The room includes a bed with white linens, a wooden desk, and a floor lamp, with bright natural light streaming in. — The view of downtown Honolulu from our 1 King 1 Queen Bed Deluxe Room during our spring 2025 stay. The floor-to-ceiling windows provided a sense of openness, making the desk area a pleasant place to spend time.

A view of the bedside area in a Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach guest room, featuring a dark gray fabric headboard, crisp white bedding, and a warm-toned floor lamp. A curved decorative element is mounted on the wall above the bed. — The sleeping area of our 1 King 1 Queen Bed Deluxe Room during our spring 2025 stay at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach; the soft lighting created a calm, restful atmosphere.

Wall-mounted pump dispensers for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in a Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach guest room bathroom. The containers are arranged in a row—orange for shampoo, blue for conditioner, and yellow for shower gel—against a teal tiled wall. — The guest room bathroom at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach features wall-mounted, large-format pump dispensers for coconut mango-scented shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel, which were convenient to use throughout our stay.

A dark brown tray on the bathroom vanity at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach holds three neatly rolled white hand towels and a bottle of Coco Mango body lotion with an orange label, with a square tabletop mirror positioned behind them. — The bathroom at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach features the brand's signature Coco Mango body lotion and neatly rolled hand towels on a vanity tray, which were convenient to use throughout our stay.

In-room storage unit at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. The top shelf holds extra pillows, the middle shelf features a Keurig coffee maker with pods and two Hyatt Centric branded water bottles, and the bottom section houses a Dometic mini-fridge and an electronic safe side-by-side. — The in-room storage at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach includes a Keurig coffee maker and complimentary water bottles. With the mini-fridge and safe located in the lower section, the setup was convenient for storing personal items and preparing drinks during our stay.

View of the Honolulu cityscape from a guest room at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, featuring dense high-rise buildings set against a backdrop of green mountains and a cloudy sky under afternoon light. — The view of the Honolulu skyline and mountains from our 1 King 1 Queen Bed Deluxe room during our spring 2025 stay; the late afternoon sun highlighted the depth and texture of the city architecture.

No Lounge

Lounge access was not available on this stay.

Breakfast Experience

The hotel does not operate a full-service breakfast restaurant, which may be disappointing for guests expecting a traditional Globalist breakfast benefit. Instead, there is a food court in the basement of the adjacent building with various Asian dining options, making it easy to grab a meal. Given the central Waikiki location, there are plenty of restaurants just a short walk away, which somewhat offsets the lack of an on-site breakfast.

Pools & Facilities Experience

Outdoor poolMicrowave

There is an outdoor pool and hot tub, though it is not a large resort-style facility. The pool area is equipped with sunbeds and offers an open view of the city, but it is not a destination in itself. It is suitable for a quick swim or relaxing in a calm atmosphere at sunset.

The lobby sundry shop at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. Wooden shelves on either side display snacks, cup noodles, hats, and sun care products, while a blue-lit Red Bull refrigerator is positioned in the center. — The lobby sundry shop at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach stocks a variety of snacks, cup noodles, and branded merchandise like hats, which came in handy for quick needs during our stay.

We used the pool and hot tub during the evening while staying at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. The submerged sun loungers in the pool were a comfortable way to relax in the water while taking in the surrounding city views.

Outdoor pool deck at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, featuring white sun loungers on a wooden deck with a view of the sunset-lit Honolulu skyline in the background. — The outdoor pool at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach offers an open feel amidst the surrounding city buildings. We visited at sunset and enjoyed a quiet, relaxed atmosphere.

Inside the fitness center at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. Peloton stationary bikes and Life Fitness treadmills are arranged in front of floor-to-ceiling windows, which offer views of downtown Honolulu buildings and the mountains. — The fitness center at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach features floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for workouts with a view of the Honolulu skyline. The equipment, including Peloton bikes and treadmills, was well-maintained during our stay.

A microwave and water dispenser placed on a black counter in the common area of Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach. High-rise buildings in downtown Honolulu are visible through the window, and the appliances are neatly arranged under indoor lighting. — During our stay at Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach, we found it convenient to use the microwave and water dispenser in the common area to heat up simple meals and refill our water bottles.

Service Impressions

Service rating not recordedService notes are still being written.

Resort Fee & Parking Check

Parking typeCovered parking, Valet parkingParking fee$55Valet parking fee$60Resort fee$48

Before You Book

It is important to book the Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach with the understanding that it is a city hotel, not a beach resort. It is in an optimal location if you plan to explore central Waikiki on foot or enjoy nearby restaurants and bars late into the night. Conversely, if you prioritize Globalist benefits, breakfast, a lounge, or direct beach access, you might find the Hyatt Regency Waikiki more satisfying at a similar point level. City noise is significant, so if you are looking for a quiet retreat, I recommend considering a different property or prioritizing a high-floor room request.