This hotel has some of the island’s best views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean. Swim at the beach or either of the hotel’s two pools, browse through the boutiques in the shopping arcade or visit the Spa Olakino and Salon, which has 12 treatment rooms. The Euro-Asian treatment mixes a Thai massage with a lemongrass and honey body glow and a pesto body wrap. The Marriott’s five restaurants and bars include the Kuhio Beach Grill, which features continental cuisine spiced with flavors of Hawaii, and the poolside Moana Terrace, which serves up live entertainment nightly.

Marriott Resort Waikiki Amenities:

• 1,310 rooms. Wireless Internet access. Four restaurants, bar. Airport transportation available. Fitness center. Two outdoor pools. Spa. Business center.