MOANA SURFRIDER, A WESTIN RESORT & SPA, WAIKIKI BEACH

Three distinct wings provide varied accommodations: the Tower Wing, the Banyan Wing on the National Register of Historic Places, and the Surfrider Wing. The Tower Wing offers ocean-view suites with views of Diamond Head. The hotel has 600 feet of private shoreline along Waikiki Beach.

Beachhouse At The Moana offers oceanfront dining with steaks, seafood, and island-inspired cuisine. The Veranda at the Moana serves a breakfast buffet and a famous afternoon tea. Vintage 1901 features a wine collection and savory small plates.

The Moana Lani Spa, a Heavenly Spa by Westin, is the only oceanfront spa in Waikiki. The spa includes 9 custom massage therapy rooms, 3 custom facial rooms, and 2 couples treatment suites. Wellness classes include yoga, fitness classes, and traditional Hawaiian treatments.

Cultural activities include daily hula lessons and historic hotel tours. Snorkeling, scuba diving, parasailing, and catamaran sails are arranged by the concierge. Live music takes place in the evenings near the beach and at the bar.

The hotel offers babysitting services and kids' meals for families. A beachside pool and private beach area are available for guests. The concierge desk helps arrange local tours and activities.

Location: Central Waikiki Beach, steps from International Market Place and Iolani Palace

Rooms: Three wings including the historic Banyan Wing on the National Register

Dining: Beachhouse At The Moana, Veranda at the Moana, Vintage 1901

Wellness: Only oceanfront spa in Waikiki, Moana Lani Spa with Hawaiian treatments

Activities: Daily hula lessons, historic tours, snorkeling, parasailing

Family: Babysitting services, kids' meals, family rooms