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The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club

Honolulu (O‘ahu) • Waikiki City • OPTIMIZE

avg. $246 / night

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Free breakfast

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At a glance

A 1960s Waikiki slab reimagined as a Case Study-era modernist hotel with an iconic pool and graphic tile work.

Best for: Modernism enthusiasts and mid-century architecture collectors

Highlights:

  • 1960s Case Study modernism with perforated breeze-block screens
  • Oval pool with Wish You Were Here tile mosaic
  • Rooms with graphic starburst cement-tile bathrooms and barn doors
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PB hotel design editorial

Tucked into the mid-century concrete fabric of Waikiki's Lewers Street, a ten-storey slab that once housed a modest apartment hotel was reborn in 2016 as the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club — a renovation that treated the original building's postwar bones not as a problem to conceal but as raw material to work with. The project, led by design agency Fogged In Foundry in collaboration with local firm AHL, drew on Hawaii's golden age of modernism: the angled colonnade columns visible at pool level, the perforated breeze-block screens, and the tongue-and-groove timber ceilings all carry a lineage traceable to the Case Study era filtered through Pacific sensibility. The 112 guest rooms layer teal-and-white tropical-print headboards against woven grasscloth wall panels, low-slung platform beds in warm-toned timber, and sliding barn-style doors fitted with frosted glass that reveal bathrooms tiled in graphic starburst cement patterns. Ceiling fans with swept mahogany-finish blades underscore the deliberately unhurried atmosphere. At pool level, the communal spaces mix Eames wire side chairs with chevron-upholstered lounge seating in aqua and yellow-framed occasional tables — a palette that lands somewhere between vintage Polynesia and 1960s Southern California surf culture. The pool itself, oval and emblazoned with a Wish You Were Here tile inscription, functions less as amenity than as graphic statement — the whole property's argument, made visible from above.

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About

An authentic Waikiki experience awaits you at this hotel located in the center of the action. With handcrafted design elements, surf-culture throwback & modern touches, you'll feel the energy of Waikiki at the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club. The Surfjack is home to stylish apparel shop, Banks Journal, and Mahina & Suns. Guests also gather at the Swim Club - our outdoor pool and sun deck area where we share unique events as you sip on a cocktail (or two) and maybe jump into the pool because the moment was oh, so right. The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club offers bungalow-style guest rooms, in addition to spacious one, two, and three-bedroom suites. Each charming guest room includes air-conditioning, a refrigerator, Byrd body wash, shampoo & conditioner, and a private balcony. The feel of open space and the handcrafted style in decor creates a sense of curiosity and serves to inspire adventure. The Surfjack is situated in the heart of Waikiki and offers easy access to prime shopping such as world-famous International Market Place, dining and nightlife, and is located just three easy blocks to Waikiki beach. From morning surf sessions to sunset catamaran cruising - it really is an endless summer. For the moments in-between sand & sun, take a short drive to the art and culture communities of Kaka'ako, Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown for a true urban-Honolulu experience. Join us and immerse yourself in the ebb and flow of the Surfjack, a swell little spot and the best place to be in Waikiki.

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The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club Reviews

1,597 reviews

"We stayed at the Surfack in May for four nights for our wedding. We booked the 1 BR penthouse suite for 2 nights, then a regular room for another 2 nights. Everything was fabulous! Both rooms were very comfortable, clean, and spacious, especially the penthouse suite, which allowed us to host about 20 people on the veranda comfortably. The hotel itself was also awesome! It was only a few blocks from the beach and it was conveniently located a few doors down from an ABC store. Plus, they had a coffee shop inside with the best tasting coffee and the nicest staff (Thanks, Eden!) The hotel was very clean and the staff were all very friendly. The pool was such a great place to relax with a drink and they had plenty of chairs and areas. I have to give a specially shout-out to one of the front desk clerks, Shep. He was always so friendly in every communication online and in-person. He responded to my emails quickly and was such a calming presence, especially when I sent him a panicky email because I couldn't find the confirmation email for my penthouse suite. He always had a smile on his face. Thank you, Shep, for a wonderful stay! I told him there were would be several parties booking a room for our wedding. He encouraged them all to book early since it was graduation season and the start of summer. There were 13 of our friends/family that booked a room with the Surfjack and I know they were all happy with their rooms, the rate they received and the communication with Shep. We had our "reception dinner" at Mahina & Suns, which is inside the Surfjack. I chose this restaurant because I had eaten there previously and everything I meal I've had before had been so delicious. I wanted a spacious restaurant where we would be provided with great service and we wouldn't have to compete with the large groups that were in town for graduation. Lisa, the restaurant manager, was great at communicating and helping me pick out the perfect menu for our 29 guests (pork lau lau, mahina bowl, rustic meatballs, ceviche, fried pickles, chicken milanese, pork lumpia, margherita pizza, green goddess salad). Lisa was so friendly and accommodating and had great suggestions. She was patient with me when I kept changing my mind for the dishes we wanted. She understood that, even though it was a post-wedding dinner, it wasn't a traditional reception dinner....we weren't doing toasts, first dances, cake cutting, etc....we just wanted to eat dinner together. She reserved the back of the restaurant for our group and it was perfect. The food was delicious, the atmosphere and the service was awesome (thank you, Alison!). Overall, would highly recommend the Surfjack!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 22, 2026

"What an amazing experience! I cant recommend The Surfjack highly enough! The hotel was simple but in a very classy, laid back way. The whole property was clean, always well kept and we always felt very safe. The pool was amazing, the staff was so friendly and attentive, and we truly felt like we were a part of their family! I even got to eavesdrop on a staff meeting and I witnessed firsthand their deep commitment to the guest experience. Also fact that one of the best coffee spots (Arvo) on the island is downstairs was icing on the cake."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 22, 2026

"After having a very bad experience at a different hotel in Waikiki on a Saturday night my friend and I were stranded in the middle of the night. We booked a room at the Surfjack and because now it was Sunday our check in was supposed to be at 3pm the on suday. We walked to the Surfjack hotel and were met by Tim and Eugene. They were absolutely amazing and accommodating. They helped us get an early check in and got us into a room at that time. They saved our lives! This place is awesome and highly recommended!!!! Rooms are nice and clean and the pool is great!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 18, 2026

"We came back to the Surfjack to celebrate our wedding and honeymoon. We were definitely not disappointed. The staff, room, pool, restaurants, retail, and simply everything was amazing. We’re planning our return for our 1 year anniversary in ‘27"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 17, 2026

"The entire front desk staff were more then exceptional Hokulani, Whitney, Solendra and Caui, treated us with the utmost kindness and Taylor at the Mahina and Sun restaurant a kind hard worker makes a great addition to your staff."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 13, 2026

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