Details: Priceline reservation- $125/nite. [If using Priceline never give a rate over $100. That is the asking price, unless high season?] Room 502. Hotel room with small refrigerator only. Parking $17/day.

Check-in: Would not let me check in earlier than 3:00pm. The “fob” for the parking garage did not work; was quickly resolved. Other than that, non-eventful.

Room: The room was clean and comfortable. There is no balcony. A window looks out on top of the next door building’s roof and other apartments. No view of the ocean. Same for the entry way. Across the way is another residence building – where you can even wave and say hello to your “neighbors”. The mattress was very comfortable and “encouraged” restful sleep. It really felt great. The television’s remote control did not work. A call to the front desk did not produce any results.

This is a hotel residence building. A portion is reserved for guests. A laundry room is in the garage but I’m not sure if guests can use it. You may want to inquire if reserving. The strongest point for this hotel was the bed and that it is located away from the Waikiki Beach area. It is quieter in this area. The hotel has a beautiful patio and backyard area [no beach] that overlooks the ocean. Nothing else going for it – no bells and whistles - thus it’s common low rating.

Stayed at Diamond Head Beach Hotel in 2007 NOVEMBER. Was a little worried due to the past reviews, but found the staff to be present and helpful. Front desk not only gave us directions, but also gave us detailed maps of places we wanted to go. Our room was on the third floor and it offered the best view. Parking before 6pm is only 25 cents an hour. ****My only complaint is all the "MEN" around, but that had nothing to do with the hotel.****

Although previous reviews mentioned the front desk's hours are 8:30am-6:00pm, it seems as if another management has taken over the front desk. They are now open from 6:00am-10:00pm.

The location is amazing. I was informed by the person at the front desk that they have renovated many of the rooms. If you are expecting top-notch rooms, this is not the place for you. The rooms are very nice for this sort of condo-hotel.

They do have parking available, and there is also plenty of metered parking outside which is free from 6pm-10am.

It isnt as bad as it seems.

I booked my stay at the Diamond Head Beach hotel through VRBO. I found the room to be exactly as it was pictured through the VRBO website. Most rooms at this hotel are privately owned and decorated. I called the owner to make sure I wouldn't have the experience of the "bait and switch" review. Thankfully, I was assured I wouldn't. To be sure, I called the rental company a couple of days before to get the lock box number and was told no problem. If you are looking for action, this isn't the place to stay. It is quiet and peaceful. The view from the lawn sun area is amazing. I sat and read, went for a swim in the ocean, and felt like I was a Hawaii resident. It was wonderful. You are within walking distance to the action in Waikiki. I walked it each day. Our view was of Diamond Head and Kapiolani park. Would I stay here again? Yes, for the feel of Hawaii, and the peace and quiet.