The Laylow Waikiki, Autograph Collection

The Laylow Waikiki distinguishes itself with a mid-century modern aesthetic that sharply contrasts with the surrounding high-rise glass towers. Originally constructed in the nineteen sixties as the Waikiki Surf Hotel, the building survived decades of rapid development by embracing a nostalgic, retro-Hawaiian design. A massive mural of a hula dancer greets guests in the lobby, and the open-air floor plan brings the tropical climate directly into the common spaces. It serves as a reminder of the era when Waikiki embraced stylized, low-slung architecture.