Castle Resorts & Hotels Expands Waikīkī Portfolio With Addition of Iconic Waikīkī Circle Hotel

HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I (September 19, 2025) – Castle Resorts & Hotels announced today that it has been awarded the management contract for the Waikīkī Circle Hotel, one of the most iconic landmarks in Waikīkī. Effective November 1, 2025, the 104-room hotel will join Castle’s growing portfolio of hotels, condominium resorts, and vacation rentals across Hawai‘i and New Zealand, becoming the company’s 18th property overall.

The change marks the first transition in management for Waikīkī Circle Hotel in more than three decades, underscoring Castle’s growth and resurgence in Hawai‘i’s competitive hospitality landscape. First opened in 1963, Waikīkī Circle Hotel is celebrated for its unique circular silhouette and central location just steps from world-famous Waikīkī Beach. Its distinctive architecture captures the playful mid-century modern era when Waikīkī was emerging as a global destination.

With sweeping ocean views from many of its rooms, the hotel offers an approachable, family-friendly alternative to Waikīkī’s high-rise towers and has long been a favorite for surfers, beachgoers, and visitors seeking an authentic, casual island stay. The hotel is also home to the popular Eggs ‘n Things restaurant, a longtime staple for both locals and visitors, adding to its charm and appeal. Its prime location across from Waikīkī Beach and proximity to the Honolulu Zoo, Waikīkī Aquarium, and Kapi‘olani Park ensure its continued draw for both first-time and returning guests.

“As Hawai‘i’s largest locally-owned and operated hotel management company, Castle was selected because of our deep roots, local expertise, hands-on management style, and commitment to keeping operations here at home, from on-island leadership to our locally based call center,” said Castle Resorts & Hotels President & CEO Matt Bailey. “We’re proud to welcome Waikīkī Circle Hotel into our ‘ohana. All current hotel employees will be invited to continue in their roles, ensuring the same warmth and aloha spirit that guests have come to expect.”

Founded in 1993, Castle Resorts & Hotels manages a diverse portfolio of properties on O‘ahu, Maui, Moloka‘i, Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island, and in Takapuna, New Zealand. Nearly all are located on or near the beach, reflecting the company’s focus on providing authentic, island-inspired stays that connect guests to the communities they visit.

For more information or reservations, visit www.CastleResorts.com or call (855) 666-8045.

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About Castle Resorts & Hotels

Castle Resorts & Hotels, established in 1993, is a Hawai‘i-based hospitality management company specializing in hotels, condo resorts, and vacation rentals. With 18 properties across the Hawaiian Islands and in New Zealand, Castle provides personalized, island-focused hospitality supported by a local team and decades of experience in destination management. For more information or reservations, visit www.CastleResorts.com or call (855) 666-8045.