The Laylow, Autograph Collection, is a mid-century-modern boutique hotel tucked on Kuhio Avenue a short walk from the beach, channeling 1950s and '60s Waikiki with monstera-leaf wallpaper, terrazzo floors, walnut accents, and a palm-shaded pool deck that feels like a private mai-tai lounge. Part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, the 251-room property was reimagined by local design firm Philpotts Interiors and remains one of the most cohesively styled hotels in Honolulu. The lobby-level Hideout bar and restaurant draws as many in-the-know locals as guests with island-driven small plates, smoked cocktails, and live music several nights a week. Rooms feature record players with vintage Hawaiian vinyl, custom block-print art, and lanais on most upper floors. It suits design-minded couples, solo travelers, and weekenders who want personality over square footage and a quick stroll to Waikiki Beach and the Royal Hawaiian Center.
"Beautiful retro design, super comfortable rooms, and Hideout is one of the best bars in Waikiki. Felt like staying inside a perfectly curated 1960s postcard."