Honolulu International Airport (HNL): Approximate driving time is 16 minutes and distance is 9 miles.

Driving directions from Honolulu International Airport: Follow the signs to I-H1 heading east. Exit at Nimitz Hwy, which becomes Ala Moana Blvd. When the road ends, turn right onto Kalakaua Ave. When the road splits, stay to the left to get onto Kuhio Ave. Proceed to the hotel on the right.

Getting there: Shuttles are a good way to reach the hotel, and they cost $5–15 per person. Taxis are another option for $26–35. Rental cars are also convenient and are available online. All fees subject to change without notice.

Getting around: Many shops, restaurants, and attractions are within walking distance. Guests also rely on the city bus, as it provides convenient service in the area, and a stop is located just across the street from the hotel. Single fares are less than $5, while a four-day visitor pass costs $16–25. Private trolleys also provide service in downtown Honolulu and Waikiki; an all-day pass costs $5–15. Taxis are popular for short trips. While traffic can be heavy, some visitors choose to navigate the area by car. In fact, driving is one of the better ways to tour the perimeter of the island. Rental cars are available online. All fees subject to change without notice.

Amenity highlights: Though the pool is small, the surrounding sundeck features a small-but-deep hot tub; padded lounge chairs; umbrellas; open-air gazebos with large, inviting curved benches and colored pillows for relaxing in the shade; and dining tables. On one side of the pool is a sauna; on the other, a gas grill built into a tiled food-preparation counter is for guests' use.

Insider tip: A block away at the luxurious Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa, Aqua Bamboo guests can charge meals at its restaurants and charge use of a full-service, two-story, 10,000-square-foot health-and-exercise spa to their rooms.