Park Shore Waikiki was excellent. Awesome location across the street from the beach and the Zoo. Everything we needed was onsite or very nearby: an ABC Store entrance off the Lobby, four onsite restaurants (LuLuās Waikiki was phenomenal), and lots of amenities. The room was clean and simple, beds were comfortable, and the AC was able to keep the heat at bay. There are āSunrise Decksā (on 16 and 17) that overlook Diamond Head. While we didnāt wake up to watch the sunrise, I did overhear other guests say that it was cool (and even heard lions roaring from the Zoo). Even not during sunrise, itās a pretty view.
While there is a resort fee, this is the first time that Iāve actually used the amenities that were provided as part of said fee. Usually those fees go towards things like the fitness center, pool, etc. While those are offered here also, there was so much more: sunscreen and Cool Down lotion, filtered water refill station, beach towels, billiards and foosball tables, coffee/espresso station, and equipment rentals at an adjacent business, Beach Candy, for beach chairs, umbrellas, and body boards. (Quick note about Beach Candy, we were unable to rent umbrellas 3 of the 5 days during our stay because it was ātoo windyā. There were still tons of umbrellas on the beach during those days, so it seems like this is just the policy at this particular shop. Also, all items are first come first serve, so go early).
Overall, I would highly recommend Park Shore Waikiki.