Tower Wing Guest Rooms are available in either a king bed or a new two-queen bed configuration, and include zones designed for comfort and flexibility, curved banquette seating areas, integrated workspaces, a custom-designed reading area.
Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach
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Hawaii’s Most Iconic Hotel Reveals Stunning Renovation in Celebration of 125th Anniversary
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Established in 1901, and Elegantly Transformed for its 125th Anniversary
The Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach has completed its Banyan Wing renovation in a remarkable refresh that honors its illustrious legacy as the First Lady of Waikiki. The resort's Tower Wing and Lobby have also been fully renovated and are now welcoming guests with beautifully refreshed accommodations and gathering spaces ahead of the resort's 125th anniversary. Renderings are subject to change.
Moana Surfrider Anniversary Offer
Celebrate the Moana Surfrider’s 125th birthday with an elevated experience in the newly renovated Tower or Banyan wings. Enjoy $600 Resort Credit per stay as a bonus, with credit available to be used at award-winning dining outlets and the resort’s oceanfront spa. Search promotional rate ES7 for availability, stay dates from March 16th, 2026, to March 10th, 2027, must book by March 10th, 2026.
Design Philosophy
Inspired by the healing and restorative properties of Hamohamo and specifically Ulukou, the historic area of Waikiki where the Moana stands, design elements fascilitate rejuvenating guest experience that specifically tie back to the natural elements that have made this area so desirable over the years. Patterns weaving in motifs highlighting kou lei, the movement of the ocean, and the Banyan Tree’s majestic aerial roots create new visuals, unifying the distinct wings together into the singular Moana Surfrider experience.
Transformation Timeline
Transformation Timeline
All phases of the Moana Surfrider’s renovations are slated for completion ahead of the resort’s 125th anniversary on March 11, 2026, in time for celebrations of the momentous milestone. Guests can already experience the refreshed Tower Wing, newly reimagined Banyan Wing, historic lobby, and Vintage 1901 wine bar.
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Spring 2026
Refined Elegance
Historic Lobby Refresh
The Moana Surfrider’s historic lobby has debuted with a refreshed sophisticated, tranquil aesthetic while staying true to the space’s colonial-style Victorian architecture. Graceful, curved seating vignettes welcome guests to the light-filled space, and accent tables play off the soaring ceiling's curved chandelier fixtures. Notable upgrades include newly refinished original wood flooring, custom-designed transitional furnishings, and bespoke art pieces by Kristen Reyno (Lola Pilar Hawaii), incorporating botanical elements of the hotel's Banyan tree. The front desk now features elegant check-in pods and a striking sculptural lighting fixture inspired by the courtyard's tree, which is on the National Register of Historic Trees. Adjacent to the lobby, the refreshed Vintage 1901 space features new furnishings that transition seamlessly from morning functionality to evening socializing.
Three Transformed Wings, Three Distinct Experiences
Heritage Space Enhancements
The Moana Surfrider’s guest room renovations will be revealed in phases from summer 2025 through spring 2026, and encompass all three wings of the hotel. Each wing’s design provides unique guest experiences and is intended to tell a story about the restorative properties of the resort’s natural environment and the significance of its location throughout history.
Tower Wing
Completed and Welcoming Guests
The transformed Tower Wing now offers guests an environment of serene modern beach luxury. Home to the resort’s most highly coveted and spacious accommodations with many ocean, beachfront, and Leahi (Diamond Head State Monument) views, the Tower Wing’s new guest rooms showcase clean, rhythmic patterns, warm metallic accents, and a calming palette echoing the various shades of Waikiki's ocean views. New features include a custom seating and dining nook, floor-to-ceiling lanai doors, and new balcony furnishings for indoor-outdoor living.
Tower Wing Guest Rooms
Tower Wing Guest Baths
Guest baths will feature new finishes, thoughtfully appointed modern conveniences, and storage.
The Penthouse Suites & Sky Terraces
Located on the 21st floor of the hotel, the refreshed Penthouse Suites are over 2000 square feet, including expansive wrap-around sky terraces with endless oceanfront views.
Tower One Bedroom Suites
The Tower One Bedroom Ocean View Suites feature expansive living rooms with a dining table for four guests, wet bar, seating area, and entertainment center with a flatscreen television, and a carved work station. The bedroom is a serene retreat featuring a king bed and artful touches highlighting Hawaii's natural beauty. Notably, the Tower Wing's Suites offer spacious lanais that extend the entertainment spaces, offering unparalleled indoor-outdoor living and views.
Banyan Wing
Completed and Welcoming Guests
Preserving historic character while embracing modern comforts, the Banyan Wing remains a beloved favorite among Moana Surfrider guests. As was common for the time, each room varies slightly, offering its own charm. The wing’s guest rooms and suites feature views of Diamond Head, the historic courtyard banyan tree, or Waikiki skyline.
Banyan Wing Guest Rooms
Guest rooms in the Banyan Wing, the Moana Surfrider’s original wing built in 1901, provide a redefined expression of The First Lady’s classic elegance and tradition, inspired by various limu (seaweed), which once grew with abundance along the shore and was used in different ways, including sustenance, nourishment and healing.
The Restoration of a Classic
Carefully selected furniture and artwork balance the Moana’s iconic architecture with modern, yet transitional touchpoints designed to create an ambiance of spacious living.
New Furnishings and Design
A thoughtfully designed work area, fresh flooring, custom entertainment and refreshment center, and artwork evoking the graceful lines of limu, complete the space.
Banyan Wing Suites
The wing’s transformation thoughtfully honors the original 1901 architectural details, including distinct window arches. Decorative accents across both rooms and suites are inspired by the ocean, with a color palette of whitewashed sand, pops of coral, and soothing blue and grey.
Diamond Wing
Contemporary Beach Loft Living
The Diamond Wing introduces a boutique guest experience inspired by Waikiki’s legendary surf culture. Oceanfront rooms showcase vibrant colors, whimsical artwork, and the signature rocking chairs that have long been a Surfrider hallmark. Two new oceanfront junior suites provide additional options for guests seeking a more intimate stay along Waikiki’s shoreline.
Diamond Wing Room & Suites
The Diamond Wing’s fresh, modern design provides a boutique guest experience featuring beach loft-inspired interiors with vibrant colors, Hawaii-inspired details and whimsical artwork.
Contemporary Beach Loft Living
Transformed oceanfront rooms in the Diamond Wing — which encompassed the original Surfrider Hotel until its 1952 incorporation into the Moana — include the beloved balcony rocking chair duos.
Inspired By Waikiki’s World-Renowed Surf Culture
Guest rooms are available in one king or two queen bed configurations. The refreshed Diamond Wing will be revealed in Spring 2025.