A Warm Waikiki Welcome from The Queen Kapiolani Hotel
A Warm Waikiki Welcome from The Queen Kapiolani Hotel
At the Queen Kapiolani Hotel, near Honolulu/Waikiki Beaches, we greet our malihini (guests) with a genuine friendliness and hospitality in order to ensure that you have a memorable visit at our Hawaiian island paradise. Named after Hawaii’s beloved Queen Kapiolani, our Honolulu/Waikiki Beach hotel is ideally located at the foot of the majestic Diamond Head Crater, the famous Waikiki Beach, and the sandiest beach area fronting Kapahulu Pier. The 108-acre Kapiolani Park, Honolulu Zoo, and Waikiki Aquarium are adjacent to the hotel as well. Shopping, dining, and plenty of entertainment venues are all within walking distance–perfect for a family vacation, sporting events or a romantic getaway. Tour groups are welcome! There are several Hawaiian activities to do in Honolulu, so be sure to allow plenty of time for exploration!
Find it All at Our Waikiki Beach Hotel
The Queen Kapiolani Hotel’s private open air lanai gives our Honolulu hotel the best place to view Waikiki Beach, Kapiolani Park, and Diamond Head from any of our Waikiki hotel rooms.
Queen Kapi’olani’s Story
Kapi’olani Napelakapuokaka’e was born into the chiefly lineage of Kaua’i, in Hilo on December 31st, 1834. Her parents were High Chiefess Kinoiki and High Chief Kūhiō.
Kapi’olani assumed the role of Queen when her second husband, David Kalākaua won the election of 1874 after the death of King Lunalilo. Always the gracious hostess, she was a woman full of humility and exuded a regal calm. In addition to hosting grand receptions for visiting dignitaries, Queen Kapi’olani found time to pursue her passion of working to improve the health and wellness of her people. Her biggest concerns were the Hansen’s Disease patients of Moloka’i and the perpetuation of the Hawaiian race. She founded the Kapi’olani Maternity Home in 1890, now referred to as the Kapi’olani Medical Center for Women and Children, to improve birth rates for mothers and their babies.
Queen Kapi’olani was also an accomplished musician and composer. One of her most famous mele (or songs) was Ka Ipo Lei Manu (My Cherished Sweetheart), a love song for King Kalākaua. She was very accustomed to the etiquette and dance styles of Europe, yet, she never forgot who she was or where she came from. Queen Kapi’olani preferred to speak in her native tongue throughout her life in lieu of the more popular English. Even on her 1887 trip to Queen Victoria’s Jubilee celebration in London, Queen Kapi’olani required Colonel Iaukea or her sister-in-law, Princess Lili’uokalani, to translate for her. During her trip to London, where she debuted her famous blue peacock accented dress, she was treated as an equal to Queen Victoria, Europe’s most powerful monarch at the time. You can view a painting of Queen Kapi’olani in her peacock dress in the lobby of our hotel.
Queen Kapi’olani’s motto in life was, “Kūlia i ka nu’u,” which means Strive to reach the highest.
We invite you to learn more about The Queen Kapiolani Hotel today by calling us anytime at 866-970-4164
