OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

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Sustainability

Navigating culture, conservation and connection

At OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, caring for our place means protecting the ocean, celebrating Hawaiian music and culture and creating meaningful connections for our guests. We invite guests to engage with what makes Waikiki unique.

Learn the legacy of the Waa (canoe)

The waa, or outrigger canoe, is at the heart of our story. At the Ao Cultural Center, guests can explore the rich traditions of Hawaiian voyaging through cultural demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and immersive exhibits. The center highlights OUTRIGGER's partnerships with the Polynesian Voyaging Society and Friends of Hokulea and Hawaiiloa, celebrating the navigation traditions that has connected the people of the Pacific for generations. Throughout the resort, outrigger canoe-inspired art and design reflect our deep connection to the ocean and our namesake.

Join a complimentary cultural activity during your stay and discover the traditions that continue to guide Hawaiʻi today.

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Helping Hawaii's coral reefs thrive

Healthy coral reefs are essential to Hawaii's marine ecosystems, coastline protection, and way of life. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort celebrates World Ocean Month annually with lobby installations, events, and partnerships with conservation groups. In 2026, a portion of the OUTRIGGER Reef lobby transformed into a virtual reality educational corner, made possible with the partnership with Kuleana Coral Restoration. The VR exhibit allowed guests to simulate coral planting and learn about the work being done to restore, protect, and monitor Hawaiʻi's coral reefs using modern science and community-based stewardship.

Learn more about coral conservation and how small actions can help protect Hawaiʻi's reefs.

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Giving back to the ocean we call home

Protecting the ocean starts with everyday choices. OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort is committed to reducing single-use plastics. Upon arrival, guests will receive a metal water bottle keepsake. Water refill stations are located throughout the resort. Behind the scenes, housekeepers refill durable containers at centralized cleaning stations, helping reduce plastic and waste. Throughout the resort, sustainability also inspires creativity. Artist Ethan Estess's "Coming Home" in the resort lobby transforms fishing rope collected off Hawaii beaches into a striking piece of art. From the guest experience to behind-the-scenes daily operations, OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort always navigates with the ocean in mind.

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