Aston at the Waikiki Banyan

The one-bedrooms here combine the homey comforts of a condo apartment with the amenities of a hotel. You'll get daily maid service, bellhop service, the assistance of the front desk, and access to an enormous sixth-floor recreation deck with a panoramic mountain view, complete with sauna, barbecue areas, snack bar, and children's play area -- a great boon for families (kids 12 and under get a toy when you check in), plus there's a children's library with games and terrific Hawaiian books. The open-air lobby has some impressive lacquer artwork, hand-carved and painted in Hong Kong. All bedrooms have a fully equipped full-size kitchen, a breakfast bar that opens to a comfortably furnished living room (with sofa bed), and a separate bedroom with two double beds or a king-size bed. The one I stayed in had an old-fashioned air conditioner in the wall, but it did the job. Each apartment opens onto a fairly good-size lanai with chairs, a small table, and a partial ocean view, with some buildings blocking the way. Hot tip: For apartments starting at $155, check the website, under "e-specials."

Facilities:
Barbecue; children's playground; huge outdoor pool; free tennis courts; 2 whirlpools

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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