Looking for a spontaneous escape? April in Waikiki might just be the most underrated time to pack light and head straight for the sunshine. Whether you’re a local looking for a change of scenery or flying in for a last-minute recharge, Shoreline Hotel Waikiki is your go-to launch pad for vibrant adventure, spontaneous discovery, and […]

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Spring break is just around the corner, and if you’re dreaming of a getaway where the sun shines, the waves roll, and the fun never stops, look no further than Shoreline Hotel Waikiki. Nestled in the heart of Oahu, Shoreline offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure – all within walking distance of Waikiki’s […]

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Oahu is a paradise filled with adventure, culture, and breathtaking scenery. While staying at the Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, you’ll have the perfect home base to explore some of the most iconic bucket list experiences the island has to offer. From soaring high above the coastline to immersing yourself in vibrant marine life, here are three […]

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February is one of the best months to experience the natural beauty of Oahu. With cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, it’s the perfect time to explore the island’s breathtaking landscapes and enjoy outdoor activities. Whether you’re seeking adventure or tranquility, Oahu offers something for everyone. Here are some must-try outdoor activities to add

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The holiday season is here, and there’s no better place to celebrate than on Oʻahu! From sparkling lights to local flavors, the island transforms into a tropical wonderland that blends Hawaiian culture with the festive spirit of the season. Whether you’re a kamaʻāina or visiting for the holidays, here’s your guide to experiencing the best [&hell

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Spending the Fourth of July in Waikiki offers an unforgettable blend of beachside relaxation, vibrant festivities, and breathtaking fireworks. If you’re staying at the Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, you’re in for a treat! Here’s your ultimate guide to making the most of Independence Day in this tropical paradise. 1. Beachside Picnic at Waikiki BeachStart you

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Celebrate the legacy of King Kamehameha with us at Shoreline Hotel Waikiki! As we honor the revered monarch, we invite you to join in the festivities happening throughout Honolulu from June 7th to June 11th. On June 7th, immerse yourself in the cultural significance of King Kamehameha with the Lei Draping Ceremony at the iconic […]

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Beach Cleanups Join a local beach cleanup event or organize your own with fellow guests. Keeping Oahu’s beaches clean helps protect marine life and preserves the natural beauty of the island. Visit Hele Mua for upcoming beach clean ups, open to the Public. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle At the Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, we offer a complimentary carbonation [&hellip

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Embrace the spirit of spring break in Hawaii, with a visit to the 28th Honolulu Festival scheduled for March 9th to 10th, 2024! This premier cultural event in Hawaii promotes mutual understanding, economic cooperation, and ethnic harmony between Hawaii and the Pacific Rim region. Each year, the Festival draws thousands of new and returning spectators [&helli

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When staying at Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, you quickly learn that you are in the heart of Oahu and just steps away you can be transported into the past or flung into the future. This is exactly what the neighborhood of Kakaako represents. Filled with history and art just minutes away from Waikiki, Kakaako is an […]

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Aloha and welcome to our little corner of paradise where the sun is always shining, the waves are always perfect, and flowers are always in bloom. Today we’re going to take a little journey back in time and explore the history of May Day in Hawaii. May Day, the first day of May, has been […]

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All right, pop quiz on your color smarts! What is Viva Magenta? The answer’s easy if you’ve visited Shoreline Hotel Waikiki. It’s the fun and bold color leading the palette of brilliant hues welcoming guests to our airy, sun-kissed lobby. And in a brilliant stroke of great-minds-think-alike genius, Viva Magenta was also recently selected Color [&hellip

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Aloha to all coffee aficionados! If you’re looking for a fresh cup of joe on the island, read on!  Did you know Hawaii is the only U.S. state growing coffee on a commercial scale dating back to the 1800’s? Samuel Reverend Ruggles, an American missionary, planted the first coffee tree in Kailua-Kona (right here in […]

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April is Earth Month! This year’s theme is “Invest In Our Planet” – an important call-to-action to clean-up and preserve our environment, do your part and practice a more eco-friendly lifestyle. If you have plans to visit Oahu in April or if you’re a local – here are some community public clean-up events if you […]

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Aloha! I’m Jane Hoskins, designer and founder of Tiare Hawaii! Back in 2009, I was at a crossroads and wanted to try something new. I’ve always had a passion for fashion but didn’t see pieces in the world that reflected the spirit and look I wished someone made. That’s when Tiare Hawaii was born, so […]

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I’m Arlie, the maker behind Arlie Glass. My glass pieces are all handmade by me in my little home studio in Haleiwa on the North Shore. I first learned how to blow glass, also known as flame-working, in 2009 at Virginia Commonwealth University. I took an elective in the crafts department, made some glass jewelry […]

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Quick visit to our neighborhood of Waikiki? Spend the day exploring the bustling area with world-class restaurants and shopping, walk along the two-mile stretch of famous Waikiki Beach, partake in adventurous water activities like surfing, canoe rides with beach boys and parasailing, then end the night with dinner and drinks along the beach to take […

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Aloha! Our island is a great place to visit during the fall/winter season with plenty of things happening in Oahu.  Here are a few highlights we recommend if you have plans to visit us for some tropical weather, relaxation and interested in some activities to add to your itinerary! Things To Do in Autumn/Winter in […]

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Aloha! Unlike most celebrations across the country, Honolulu hosts pride festivities in October. We are so happy to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community this month and every month! This year, the festivities will be virtual and will include the KHON2 special program Aloha With Pride, the Tiny Floats Parade (with prizes!), a series of Rainbow Town […]

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Nothing beats the taste of aloha! Ube, a purple yam, is popular in the Hawaii food scene and synonymous with our island’s sweet and savory dishes. Be sure to try ube-flavored dishes and desserts while visiting Oahu! Mahalo to our friends at Hawaii Magazine for the list of places below to get your ube fix, […]

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Royal Hawaiian Center Aloha ‘Ohana! We’re excited to share that we have partnered with Royal Hawaiian Center to offer our guests exclusive offers & discounts during their stay! Royal Hawaiian Center, which spans three city blocks on Kalakaua Avenue and is just a four-minute walk from our hotel, is a renowned shopping destination with luxury […

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We ended Earth Month in April on a high note with a community beach cleanup on April 30 to help “Restore Our Earth,” this year’s Earth Day theme, hosted by Shoreline Hotel Waikiki and Coconut Waikiki Hotel, in partnership with Surfrider Oahu. Mahalo to all of our volunteers, Surfrider Oahu, brand partners and the city […]

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Aloha Ohana! Hawaii is known for the amazing beaches, weather, picturesque landscapes and world-class surfing! Behind every surf break, there’s a good story behind how each one has gotten their name, all thanks for historian John Clark. Here’s a little tidbit on each one if you have plans to visit these spots! Alligators, North Shore […]

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Our founders, Rachael Leina‘ala and Heather Aiu, launched ALOHA Collection in the summer of 2014 with a single bag, a shared dream, and a Kickstarter campaign. Today, our Splash-Proof® bags can be found all over the world. When you travel with ALOHA Collection, you’re not just packing a bag, you’re joining an ‘ohana that shares […]

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Photo credit: @yoshitanaka1 Aloha! My name is Gina & I am Eco Mindful Lei and I am a custom lei maker and mindful lei workshop facilitator right here in gorgeous Waikiki! I use seasonal local flowers & greenery, many of which I mindfully forage for. All materials used to construct the Lei Po’o is 100% […]

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Our hotel aims to focus on green practices and doing our part for the environment by being more sustainably conscious. Every bit helps to make change. We are excited to partner with Public Goods, makers of eco-friendly products that include personal care home essentials, grocery goods and vitamins, to offer our hotel guests new personal […]

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Aloha! We’re excited to team up with ShoreFrye, a full service bar and grill serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, located at The International Market Place, for our Shoreline guests to enjoy the taste of aloha.  Simply present your Shoreline Hotel Waikiki room key card and order from the Happy Hour (Pau Hana) menu […]

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Hawaii is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines – offering a variety of food types unique to the island for locals and tourists. Eating you way through Hawaii is much easier when you’re in a tropical paradise, filled with cocktails, breezy ocean air in a picturesque landscape. Here are a few highlights of traditional […]

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Aloha Kākou! My name is JT Ojerio and I am the artist behind Aloha de Mele! I’m super excited to share with you some of my favorite spots around Oahu. But before we get started, here’s a summary of Aloha de Mele. I’m a local girl, born and raised here on the beautiful island of […]

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Hero Photo by Samantha Sophia Aloha! It’s a new year, which means new changes! If you have plans to visit Hawaii, you will now only see reef safe sunscreen available for purchase on the island. Effective January 1, 2021, Hawaii is the first state to pass a bill to officially ban the sale and distribution […]

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Aloha ‘Ohana! Here’s a fun souvenir we created for our guests. Our hotel worked with illustrator Silvia Gherra to create this cute and complimentary postcard that maps out all the cool and recommended things to do, eat and see here in Oahu, Hawaii. Take one home as a keepsake or send it to a loved […]

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Hawaii is home to some great artists, makers, artisans, designers and even educators. Meet Shawn Steiman, a coffee scientist based here in Oahu, who holds a doctorate in horticulture. We had the pleasure of catching up with the coffee guru to learn more about his work, studies and favorite places on the island! When did […]

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Aloha ‘Ohana! We are reopening our doors on November 1st and can’t wait to welcome you back! We know everyone can use an escape for some tropical sun, surf, beach and R&R. Make your way over to our island and soak in the fresh Hawaiian air, smell the tropical flora, swim in the warm, crystal […]

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Meet Tommy Pierucki, an Oahu resident since 2013, photographer extraordinaire, of Pineapple Sunrise.  Originally from the Chicago area, Tommy’s love for surf was born in the early 2000’s when he had his first time getting on a surfboard at Baby Queens in Waikiki. From there, his passion grew and he wanted to spend his time […]

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Cover photo by familytravelck Discover an amazing lush natural preserve just 40-minutes north from Waikiki on the eastern shores of Oahu. Established in 1850, Kualoa Ranch Private Nature Reserve company is a 4,000-acre private nature reserve, as well as a popular destination and filming location — the site of Jurassic Park, Godzilla, Tears of the […

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Aloha Everyone! Shaiyanne here 🙂 I am the owner of Dolkii, an online only shop known for super soft, vintage-inspired graphic tees! I started Dolkii in 2014 as a fashion blog and it has since evolved into the shop that it is today. Dolkii known for our ‘Wahine’ designs, which is a collection of tees […]

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Hawaii is home to some great artists, makers, artisans and designers/creative types.  Meet Sarah Caudle, a local seascape artist based here in Oahu, creates masterful art pieces inspired by the sea. With a background in design and sustainability, she captures the beauty of Hawaii through dynamic colors, fluid movements, and organic compositions using ac

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A lei is a part of Hawaiian popular culture and the true gift of aloha! A lei is any series of objects strung together with the intent to be worn, with the trendy concept being a wreath of flowers.  In modern practice, men and women continue to wear and exchange lei on occasions for various […]

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Ohana! Missing a dose of Hawaii and looking for a little Aloha in your life? We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite Hawaii-based brands and small businesses you can shop online! Send a gift to someone you miss or treat yourself with Hawaii-themed items, tasty Hawaiian snacks, one-of-a-kind jewelry, home goods, souvenirs and more. […]

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Surfers and locals gathered at Ala Moana Beach in Honolulu on June 6 and 7 to Paddle Out in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and to remember lives that have been lost. Hundreds of people showed up with their surfboards, flowers and leis to show their support by paddling out and watching from ashore – […]

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World Reef Day is founded by Raw Elements USA, a 1% For The Planet member, a day for the world to come together in awareness and activation to effect positive change for our world’s reefs. Senators, scientists, marine biologists, hoteliers, professional surfers, photographers, journalists and more have rallied together as World Reef Day speakers in [&helli

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Add this to your list of places to visit and eat when you visit Oahu! Located at the Royal Hawaiian Center, just minutes from our hotel, the Waikiki Food Hall is the fourth one in Waikiki and we’re excited to welcome them to the neighborhood. Great for grab-and-go for the beach or a new dining […]

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While we’re all practicing social and physical distancing, we’re counting down the days to a nice, relaxing warm vacation. If you’re missing Hawaii, there are several small businesses you can support during this time to bring the taste of aloha home.  House of Mana Up – Shop local products all made by Hawaii makers and […]

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Aloha! As we continue practicing social distancing and all staying at home, Zoom (ahem, video conference calls) has become our new normal for most of us. While we can’t wait to have visitors in full swing back on the island, why not pretend like you’re here at our colorful hotel? Here are a few photos […]

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Hero photo by John Parker Bach Stuck at home and eager to get out? This is the perfect opportunity to take a virtual tour through national wonders, museums, aquariums and national parks around the world while we’re all practicing social distancing and staying indoors. Explore and learn different subjects, history and discover new things and […]

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Aloha Ohana! Our planet earth needs us to come together now more than ever. With the 50th anniversary of Earth Day approaching on Wednesday, April 22, 2020, it’s important to take this time during “earth month” to take more actions on being more green, living more sustainably and work towards a zero-carbon future. This year’s […]

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Photo by Alec Basanec Our Hawaiian islands are filled with lush, tropical plants found throughout the state, which remains the most isolated land mass on planet earth. With the tropical climate, Hawaii is home to unique plants, exotic colorful native and non-indigeous plants to the Aloha State. Hawaii is very strict on keeping the islands […]

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Photos by Erik Kabik Starting on the first day of 2021, a law will ban the Hawaii sale and distribution of sunscreen with the controversial ingredients, oxybenzone and octinoxate. Several studies have proven that these chemicals harm coral reefs and have hormone disrupting properties.  Here’s how this pollution happens: Every time people swim near ree

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A tasty, authentic Hawaiian popular snack, SPAM® Musubi can be found throughout Oahu. Made of three simple ingredients, the classic musubi features a slice of grilled spam, white rice and wrapped in a ribbon of dried nori (seaweed). You can find various SPAM® Musubi combos and creations with additional toppings – from shiso, egg omelet, […]

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Photo by Alec Basanec Have plans to visit our island? Here are some upcoming spring/summer Oahu events happening, in addition to  our weekly and monthly activities and events complimentary for our hotel guests! Shoreline Hotel Waikiki Activities – weekly + monthly Shave Ice Hour – Enjoy shave ice and local island-style popcorn every Tuesday  Sa

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Our island is home to unique desserts and sweet treats inspired from Hawaiian and Asian cultures. Here’s your guide to some of our favorite places in town from Acai bowls, mochi, puffs, malasadas to Ube ice cream!  Dessert crawl, anyone? Banán Waikiki Beach Shack- Cool down with a cold snack at the beach! An Oahu […]

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(Photo by Travel Online) Native to Hawaiian cuisine, don’t leave the island without eating poké (pronounced poh-kay)! The dish, which is basically cubes of raw fish, is mixed with sauces such as ponzu, soy and various oils and other toppings, like furikake, garlic/onions and sesame seeds. The most common fish used in poke are ahi, […]

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POW! – It’s the impact that art has on a person. A punch in the face. WOW! – Its reaction that art has on a viewer. A sense of awe and wonderment. The 10th annual, week-long art event is back in Hawaii to celebrate music, culture and art! POW! WOW! is returning to the Kakaako […]

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Just a four minute walk from Shoreline on Kalakaua is The International Place, one Hawaii’s most popular shopping and dining destination, with over 80 curated stores, an open-air Grand Lanai that boasts Waikiki’s largest collection of restaurants, and home to an iconic banyan tree that is more than a century old! Opened in 2016 since […]

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Enter our open-air lobby and take in the sights and sounds of our #NatureMeetsNeon concept! We’ve curated playlists to take you from day to night – from tropicool tunes to upbeat vibes, the lobby transforms from cool and bright in the day to colorful and electric at night, illuminated in neon.  “We’re excited to introduce […]

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Photos by Nique Miller It’s all surf, sun and sand in Waikiki! If you are looking to take up surfing or stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), Waikiki is the perfect spot to get your feet wet! With long, smooth waves and warm waters – head to Waikiki Beach to catch your first wave. Find some inspiration (and […]

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Aloha to 2020! Here’s to a new decade, new experiences and island memories. If you have plans to visit Oahu, here are some events happening on the island to check out, in addition to our weekly and monthly activities and events complimentary for our hotel guests! Shoreline Hotel Waikiki Activities – weekly + monthly Shave […]

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Aloha! Planning your next vacation to Oahu? Be sure to check out our hotel offers – from advanced booking savings (save 20% off!) to fun, memorable deals like getting a tattoo on us and coloring your hair to match our ombré wall! When you stay with us two or more nights you will receive our […]

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Shoreline Hotel Waikiki had the pleasure of hosting French artist-painter Lucas Beaufort at our hotel for his first visit to Hawaii last week! ⁣ ⁣Known for his intricate geometric forms, curious characters and impactful colors, Lucas painted a canvas for Shoreline inspired by our hotel’s bold colors and #NatureMeetsNeon concept!  Inspiration for h

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Aloha! If you’re visiting Oahu this month for the holidays there are a lot of events happening on the island to choose from! The island gets festive, with Santa switching out the red suit for Hawaiian shirt, making sandmen rather than snowmen and decorating palm trees instead of Christmas trees!  Here are some activities to […]

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Did you know Southwest Airlines is now offering flights to Hawaii? To celebrate, Shoreline Hotel Waikiki partnered with Southwest for our first influencer trip with a few tastemakers to experience the new flight service to Hawaii and show everyone a good time in Waikiki—the #NatureMeetsNeon way. We ate our way through Waikiki, kayaked and paddle […]

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Aloha! Meet the designers of our renovated property! Shoreline Hotel Waikiki‘s “Nature Meets Neon” theme was concepted by ​Army of Moon People​ and designed by BHDM Design, spearheaded by owner Dan Mazzarini. The redesign features a colorful update to the 135-room hotel, including a 26-foot high white “jungle wall” art piece in the lobb

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October was Pride Month for us here in Honolulu, Hawaii and we celebrated Honolulu Pride 2019 with our media friends from Brazil Viajay (@guiaviajay), who stayed at our colorful Shoreline Hotel Waikiki and did an Instagram takeover during the Pride Parade and all-day festivities on October 19, 2019! Honolulu Pride is Hawaii’s largest and most […]

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From (Waikiki) beachside to poolside! Shoreline Hotel Waikiki’s rooftop pool, complete with sweeping city and Waikiki Beach views, deck includes one-of-a-kind neon wall murals painted by DJ NEFF and vibrant mood lighting for a colorful poolside experience. Say aloha to your favorite Instagrammable hotel! “The artwork I created for Shoreline was inspi

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We’ve curated a mix of goodies at our Shoreline lobby retail cart, to match our #NatureMeetsNeon theme! Choose from island essentials to cute little  keepsake items. Grab a pair of branded Shoreline flip flops (leave your mark on the sand with our Shoreline logo embossed in the sole!), some koozies to keep your drinks cool, […]

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Aloha! Located in the heart of Waikiki, our hotel is neighbors to the popular ​Heavenly Island Lifestyle Restaurant​, a locally-sourced and sustainable restaurant, right outside our lobby! Enjoy the true taste of Hawaii for breakfast, lunch, happy hour and dinner with mainland classics and local twists – choose from power packed fruit bowls, local

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So…you all know that we have a wall in our Shoreline Hotel Waikiki lobby dedicated to hats. Our go-to hat is a Panama style hat, bringing our #NatureMeetsNeon theme to life with bright pinks, blues, greens and other vibrant colorful touches. We decided that it made sense for us to showcase a local hat maker.  […]

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Aloha! We are Gazoz, makers of urban & country beautiful drinks! We specialize in Farm-to-Cup Mixology where we harvest prior to every event fresh herbs and seasonal fruits from different organic farms around the island. The fruits, homemade syrups and fresh herbs are added into the drinks along with sparkling water which creates Gazoz. Our […]

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Visiting Oahu in the coming months? There’s always something cool on the island to do – from music and food festivals, local block parties, art and film events, surf competitions, to lounging at the beach and experiencing the local Hawaiian culture, here are some upcoming events on Oahu to check out during your stay!   […]

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Since our “Nature Meets Neon” renovation in summer 2018, we’ve teamed up with some awesome like-minded brands to collaborate and support with collection launches, photoshoots, social media campaigns, giveaways and more!  Say aloha to a few of our friends – Pura Vida, Thread Wallets, ALOHA Collection, Urban Outfitters Hawaii and a sneak peek

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Our hotel, Shoreline Hotel Waikiki, is steps away from beaches, restaurants, dining, and shopping – one block from Waikiki Beach, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, Luxury Row, and two blocks from The International Marketplace.  Take a peek at our Destination Area Guide to check out a few of our favorite things in Oahu! From food + […]

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We want to make your stay at the Shoreline a fun one, so we have curated special hotel activities and events —complimentary for our guests! You can enjoy daily and weekly programming, such as shave ice & popcorn hour, pau hana “happy hour” with live music and wine tasting, along with special monthly events like […]

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Aloha! July 17, 2019 marked the one year anniversary since our “Nature Meets Neon” renovation! To celebrate, we threw a party the aloha way in our open-air lobby for our hotel guests, industry friends, local influencers and media to join in on the fun! Guests enjoyed a night of food & drinks from Heavenly Island […]

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