Then, as now, Sans Souci Beach was a lovely retreat on the quiet side of Waikiki -- a neighborhood of exclusive private clubs and a few elegant residences. And now, as then, it offers our guests Waikiki's finest beach for swimming, snorkeling, sailing, surfing and sunbathing.

An Overview of The New Otani Hotels

The first New Otani Hotel had its beginning in Tokyo 1964, and had the distinction of being the tallest building and largest hotel in Japan at that time.

The 15-acre Tokyo site for the New Otani was an especially significant one, with a long history of many famous Japanese families living there. The 17-story, 1,000-room hotel was built on a knoll within the grounds and surrounded by a 10-acre traditional Japanese garden.

In September of 1974, a new 40-story building was completed next to the first New Otani Hotel and renamed New Otani Hotel and Tower, with more than 2,000 rooms and 48 banquet halls, making it once again the largest hotel in Japan.

The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel

In the shade of Diamond Head, one of the world’s most famous landmarks, nestled comfortably on the shore of historic Waikiki beach, is a jewel of a hotel named for the Hawaiian word “kaimana,” meaning diamond. Established in 1964 as a small, family-owned business, The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel has today gained a world-class reputation for its beautiful, tropical setting, detailed concern for comfort and personalized service and the blended heritage of Polynesia, Asia and the West. To perpetuate a love and understanding for its location and traditions, the Kaimana Beach invites you to discover the fascinating story of the heritage of Hawaii as reflected in this jewel of a hotel.

The spirit of Hawaii will continue to abound in many forms at the hotel. In the history of her land and people, visitors will relieve this small slice of island history where volcanoes shaped the earth, chiefs ruled and revolutions were fought. At the edge of one of the world’s most beautiful beaches and ocean, the magic of Waikiki will continue to soothe the harried while enticing the enthusiast for water sports and sunbathing.

At the summit of Diamond Head, the breathtaking natural beauty and drama of Hawaii will stir the adventurer. At The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel, the elegant Miyako, Japanese restaurant is a local favorite. “The best Japanese food this side of Tokyo,” and The Hau Tree Lanai restaurant, lovingly embraces the old with the new. The personal warmth and hospitality of its family of employees, specializing in quality service, will continue to offer a truly Hawaiian experience.

This “jewel of a hotel” at the foot of Diamond Head is prepared for tomorrow by acknowledging the importance of aloha, a tradition of loving welcome which for hundreds of years has blessed the land and people of Hawaii.