
Cabana at Waikiki
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Cabana at Waikiki
Building Overview
Cabana at Waikiki in Waikiki — 1965 concrete building with 16 units, BBQ area, covered assigned parking.

About Cabana at Waikiki
Cabana at Waikiki is a small residential building located in the East Waikiki neighborhood of Waikiki. According to available records, the building was constructed in 1965, has four floors and a total of 16 units, and is of concrete construction.
Key features include a shared BBQ area, one elevator, and window air conditioning in units. The property allows short-term rentals, and pets are not permitted.
Parking is available, covered, and assigned. The building is managed by Hawaiiana Management Company, Ltd. Based on MLS data, this summary reflects the recorded building attributes; buyers should verify all details, policies and fees with the listing agent or management company.
Building Features & Data Confidence
All features from MLS data with AI-assisted confidence analysis. Click each category to expand and see details.
All available MLS records for this building consistently show a construction year of 1965, with no conflicting data. Remarks mention that all units were gutted and remodeled in 2008 and some were further renovated in 2010 and 2015, but these are renovations, not new construction. Thus, 1965 is taken as the original build year with high confidence.
No remarks state the total number of stories, but MLS property data shows units on floors 2, 3, and 4, with 4 as the highest observed floor. Following the guideline to use the highest FloorNumber when no other data is available, the building is inferred to have 4 floors. There is no evidence contradicting this estimate.
The remarks focus on unit features and location but never reference how many units are in the Cabana at Waikiki (such as '20-unit building' or similar). Without any explicit or implicit unit-count information, the total number of units cannot be determined. Any numerical value here would be a guess, so it is left as unknown.
The listings frame the property primarily as a legal short-term vacation rental and investment but never state an owner-occupancy percentage (e.g., '80% owner occupied'). The existing 6% value is kept, though it is not corroborated by the remarks.
The listings describe amenities like onsite laundry, grill, and community area but never mention elevators. Given existing data and the small 4-story, 16-unit context, the value of 1 elevator is retained, though it is not explicitly verified in remarks.
Calculated from the lowest association fee observed across all non-penthouse unit listings for this building.
Calculated from the highest association fee observed across all non-penthouse unit listings for this building.
Calculated from association fees observed in penthouse unit listings for this building.
No listing remarks reference central air conditioning being included in the maintenance fee, and 0 of 5 MLS records mark ACCEN in association_fee_includes. Given central AC inclusion is a major selling point that agents typically highlight, it is very likely not included in the fees.
Across current data, 4 of 5 listings have CABTV marked in association_fee_includes, while none of the remarks explicitly mention cable being separate. This consistent MLS checkbox usage across multiple listings indicates cable TV service is included in the HOA/maintenance fees.
Current MLS data shows 4 of 5 listings with OTCOEX selected under association_fee_includes. Although the remarks focus on amenities like onsite laundry and a grill, the repeated MLS checkbox usage strongly indicates common area electricity is included in the maintenance fee.
All public remarks emphasize that the units are 'fee simple' short-term rentals, not cooperative ownership. With 0 of 5 MLS entries marking COOTAX and the ownership type clearly stated, cooperative taxes are effectively ruled out as part of the fees.
None of the current MLS listings indicate ELECTR under association_fee_includes, and the public remarks are silent on electricity being covered. This consistent absence across all listings strongly suggests unit electricity is not included in the maintenance fee.
No listings show GAS selected in association_fee_includes and the remarks never reference gas service or gas-inclusive fees. This pattern makes it highly likely that gas is not included in the maintenance fees (and may not be present at all).
MLS data shows no HOTWAT entries, and at least one listing explicitly includes a water heater (WTRHTR) as a unit feature. Per the guidance that in-unit water heaters strongly imply no building-supplied hot water, hot water is very unlikely to be included in the maintenance fee.
Internet service appears in association_fee_includes for just 1 of 5 listings, with the other 4 not marking it and all remarks silent on included internet. This inconsistent MLS usage across multiple agents points to internet not being a standard fee-included utility for the building.
The building is marketed for its Waikiki location near the beach, parks, and the zoo, with no mention of marina access or boat facilities. With no MLS indication of MARINA in any listing, marina fees or access are essentially ruled out as part of the HOA.
SEWER is checked under association_fee_includes in 4 of 5 current MLS listings, and there is no text suggesting separate sewer billing. This consistent pattern supports that sewer service is included in the maintenance fees for the building.
MLS data shows WATER included on 4 of 5 listings, while the remarks focus on vacation-rental use and amenities without contradicting this. The strong majority of listings marking WATER indicates that domestic water service is included in the maintenance fees.
Multiple remarks state there is “a grill for some BBQs” or “a grill for some delicious BBQs” and list it alongside onsite laundry as a shared amenity. This repeated, consistent description across different listings indicates a common BBQ/grilling facility for residents/guests.
Across 5 listings, there are no references to bike storage, bicycle rooms, or bike racks, and the MLS bike-storage amenity box is never checked. Since agents otherwise detail the available amenities, the absence of any bike-storage mention strongly suggests the building does not provide dedicated bicycle storage facilities.
Remarks focus on proximity to beaches, parks, zoo, and Waikiki attractions, with no reference to boating or dock facilities. Location context and lack of MLS support strongly indicate there is no boat dock or marina access associated with the building.
Amenities described are limited to onsite laundry, a grill/BBQ, and a community area, with no reference to car-care facilities. The absence of mention across 5 listings and in MLS suggests there is no car wash amenity.
A clubhouse would normally be highlighted, but none of the 5 remarks reference a clubhouse or similar facility. With no MLS indication either, it is very likely there is no clubhouse at this building.
Five independent listings omit any mention of concierge or front-desk services, and the MLS concierge field is not selected on any of them. This supports that the building does not offer concierge service.
Across all remarks there is no reference to pet-specific amenities like a dog park or pet run. With zero MLS indications, it is very likely the building does not have a dog park or designated pet area.
None of the five listings describe a doorman or lobby attendant, and the MLS doorman checkbox is consistently unset. This pattern indicates the building does not provide doorman services.
Across 5 listings, there are no references to an exercise room, gym, fitness center, or similar facility. Given that other amenities (laundry, grill, community area) are repeatedly highlighted and MLS checkboxes are all unset, it is very likely there is no exercise room in this building.
The building is marketed as a small vacation rental property, not a full-service luxury high-rise, and no transportation or chauffeur services are mentioned. With zero MLS support, it is very likely there is no limo or house car service.
The only common space described is a general community area for relaxing, not for meetings or conferences. The lack of any mention of meeting facilities and no MLS checkbox support indicate there is no dedicated meeting room.
Multiple agents highlight an 'open tropical community area' or 'lovely community area' along with a BBQ grill, which strongly suggests a shared outdoor patio or courtyard amenity. This amenity is consistently mentioned across four separate listings, indicating it is a building feature rather than a unit-specific feature.
While the building is close to beaches and parks, the remarks never describe any dedicated jogging or walking paths on the property. With no MLS indication either, it is very likely there is no designated jogging/walking path amenity.
The building is marketed primarily as a short-term vacation rental property, and no remarks mention playgrounds or children’s play structures. The combination of usage type and lack of any textual or MLS evidence indicates there is no playground.
All remarks refer only to a shared 'community area' and do not mention any private or fenced yards attached to units. Given the dense Waikiki setting and consistent focus on common space, it is very unlikely that any units have a true private yard.
A putting green would be an unusual but highly marketable feature and would almost certainly be advertised if present. Its complete absence from 5 listings and MLS amenities strongly suggests the building has no putting green.
Remarks refer to “an open tropical community area to relax and unwind,” “a lovely community area to relax and unwind,” and simply “community area” as part of the amenities. This consistent description across multiple listings matches a shared recreation/amenity area for residents and guests.
The building is said to have a “community area,” but there are no mentions of a rec room, game room, or multi-purpose room. With no MLS checks or textual evidence of a dedicated recreation room, it is very likely this amenity does not exist.
The remarks emphasize being “close to…restaurants” in Waikiki, clearly referring to the neighborhood rather than in-building dining. With no direct mention of an in-building restaurant and no MLS support, the property does not appear to have its own restaurant.
Rooftop decks are highly marketable in Waikiki and would be prominently advertised if present, yet they are never mentioned in 5 separate remarks. Combined with the absence of the ROOFDCK amenity in MLS, this strongly suggests there are no rooftop amenities.
Across all remarks, there is no indication of a sauna, steam room, or similar wellness facility. Given this and the absence of the SAUNA amenity in MLS, it is very likely the building does not offer a sauna.
None of the 5 listings mention storage units, lockers, or extra storage, and the MLS amenities data shows storage is unchecked on all of them. Agents repeatedly describe the same amenity set—onsite laundry, grill/BBQ, and community area—without any storage reference, indicating the building likely has no dedicated storage units for residents.
The remarks describe onsite laundry, a grill/BBQ area, and a community area but do not reference any surfboard or board storage facilities. I specifically looked for terms like 'surfboard storage', 'board storage', and 'surf storage' and found none. In the absence of any mention, it is more likely the building does not offer dedicated surfboard storage.
Tennis courts are typically prominently advertised, yet none of the 5 remarks reference tennis or courts of any kind. Combined with the absence of the TENCOU amenity in MLS, this strongly indicates there is no tennis court at the property.
In a small building where other basic conveniences like laundry and grill are noted, the absence of any mention of trash chutes suggests they are not present. With no MLS indication, it is very likely the building does not have a trash chute system.
Parking is described only as a 'dedicated Parking Space' with no reference to valet or related services. In combination with the lack of a VALET amenity flag in the MLS across all listings, this strongly indicates the building does not offer valet service.
The first set of remarks describes the property as a "gated building," implying a fenced or gated perimeter. This, combined with at least one MLS entry marking GATED/WALFEN, supports that the building has a gate or fencing as a physical boundary.
A whirlpool or hot tub would be a key selling point but is never referenced in any of the 5 listings. The total lack of textual or MLS evidence indicates the building does not have a whirlpool amenity.
None of the 5 listings mention a pool, swimming pool, or any similar feature, despite detailed amenity descriptions (onsite laundry, grill, community area). MLS data also shows 0/5 listings with any pool-related amenity checked, suggesting the building does not offer a pool.
Because no listings indicate the presence of a pool at all, there is no indication of a heated pool. Both MLS checkbox data (0/5 for pool and heated pool) and remarks are silent on any such feature, strongly supporting that there is no heated pool in this building.
The public remarks describe location, remodels, laundry, grill, community area, and vacation-rental status but do not mention any type of pool. Specifically, there are no references to a saltwater, saline, or salt system pool. In the absence of any such mentions, this feature is marked as not present based on the remarks.
None of the 5 listings advertise in-unit laundry, and all references to laundry describe it as 'onsite' or building facilities, not inside the units. Given that agents routinely highlight in-unit washers/dryers when present, this consistent pattern strongly suggests units in this building do not offer in‑unit laundry.
Multiple listings describe 'onsite laundry facilities' and 'There is onsite laundry', and all 5 MLS entries have the community laundry amenity checked. This strong, repeated evidence across different listings and remarks confirms the building offers shared/community laundry facilities.
The listings do not specify any payment system for the community laundry, such as coins, cards, or laundry fees. Searched for 'coin-op', 'coin laundry', 'card operated', 'paid laundry', and related terms but found no evidence that use of the laundry requires payment.
Listings confirm the presence of onsite community laundry but never mention laundry on every floor or floor-by-floor laundry rooms. Searched for phrases like 'laundry on each floor', 'laundry room on every floor', and similar, but found no such references, so it is unlikely this feature exists.
At least one listing advertises parking, stating the unit comes “with Parking included” and that “a dedicated Parking Space is included.” This aligns with MLS checkbox data showing 1 of 5 units with parking while others are marked NONE, indicating a limited number of building stalls rather than an agent copy-paste error.
Marketing remarks describe a “dedicated Parking Space” for at least one unit, which is typical language for an assigned or deeded stall. Even though the ASSIGN checkbox is not used in MLS, the direct phrasing provides strong evidence that some stalls are assigned.
MLS parking feature codes report that one unit has covered or garage parking (COVERE/CO*/GARAGE). While no remarks explicitly say “covered” or “garage,” the structured MLS data is strong evidence that at least some building parking is covered.
Parking is clearly included with at least one unit, but there is no explicit indication that the stall is deeded or owned with the unit. Searched for phrases like 'deeded parking', 'owned stall', and 'parking included in deed' and found none, so the ownership status of the parking is unknown.
Across five listings, there is no mention of EV charging and MLS shows no EVCHRG checkbox selected. Given that such an amenity is usually strongly marketed, it is very likely the building does not offer EV charging stations.
There is no explicit reference to a monthly parking fee, charge, or rental in any remarks. The wording suggests parking is included with the unit price but without a clear statement about ongoing fees, so the specific monthly parking fee is unknown.
Agents do not reference guest or visitor parking in any listing, and the GUEST checkbox is never used. This consistent absence across multiple agents and listings indicates the building does not provide designated guest parking.
Although the building itself is described as gated, no listings mention gated or secure parking, and MLS does not flag SECENT for any unit. This strongly suggests that parking, where available, does not have its own secured entry feature.
No listing describes tandem parking and MLS never marks TANDEM, despite one unit highlighting its dedicated stall. The consistent omission indicates the building’s parking, where provided, is not configured as tandem stalls.
Across all listings, there is no suggestion of valet or attended parking, and MLS data confirms no VALET checkbox usage. This provides high confidence that the building does not offer valet parking.
Searched for terms like 'parking waitlist', 'waiting list for parking', and similar, and found no references. In the absence of any mention, it is moderately likely that there is no formal parking waitlist system.
Across five sets of remarks, there is no reference to an elevator, key access, or fob-controlled lifts, and MLS data shows 0/5 for the elevator amenity. This strongly suggests the building does not have a keyed or restricted-access elevator.
Searched remarks for terms like key card, fob access, card reader, electronic or keycard entry and found none. A gated building alone does not confirm a card/fob system, so this feature is assumed not present based on available information.
Across five listings, no agent remarks reference a security guard or on-site security personnel. MLS amenities for all five listings also leave the security-guard field unchecked, suggesting the building does not offer staffed guard services.
Looked for references to security patrols or roving security services and found no evidence. In the absence of any mention, it is likely there is no formal security patrol at this building.
None of the five listings describe security cameras or video monitoring, and MLS amenities do not indicate a security system on any listing. Given the consistent omission, it is likely the building does not have a notable video security system.
Across 5 listings, none check any central AC option and no remarks reference central air or HVAC. Multiple listings instead show window AC as the cooling type, indicating the building relies on individual window units rather than a central system.
None of the 5 listings indicate split or ductless AC in the MLS checkboxes or in remarks. Where AC is indicated, it is specified as window-type, not split systems, so split AC is very unlikely to be available in this building.
Four of the five current listings explicitly mark window AC in the MLS inclusions, with no conflicting mention of other cooling systems. This repeated pattern across multiple agents indicates that at least some units in the building have window air conditioning.
MLS data consistently shows concrete construction (5 of 5 listings check CONCRE) and no remarks suggest any other main structural type. For a Waikiki condo of this style, reinforced concrete is the standard and most probable structure. With unanimous MLS indication and no contradictory evidence, the building is very likely concrete construction.
There are no mentions of double-wall construction in remarks and 0 of 5 agents checked DOUWAL, while all selected concrete. For a concrete condo building, wood-framed double-wall construction is highly unlikely, so this feature is effectively absent.
Hollow tile is never mentioned in remarks and is not selected in any construction_materials fields (0 of 5 for HOLTIL, 5 of 5 for CONCRE). Given MLS patterns and the typical construction type for this building, it is very unlikely that hollow tile is the designated structural construction type here.
Two independent listings check MASSTU (masonry/stucco) in addition to concrete, suggesting a concrete/masonry structure with stucco exterior, which is common for Waikiki walk-up/low-rise condos. While not every agent marked it, there is enough recurring MLS indication and no opposing evidence to conclude the building likely has masonry/stucco construction elements.
None of the public remarks reference steel framing, and no MLS records check the STEFRA box while all 5 check CONCRE. For a small Waikiki condo of this era, a pure steel frame structure would be atypical, so the building is very unlikely to be steel frame construction.
Remarks describe a typical Waikiki condo building and all MLS entries show concrete construction, which strongly implies a concrete slab foundation despite the unchecked SLAB box. Based on local construction norms for this building type and the absence of any suggestion of a raised foundation, a slab foundation is likely.
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No listing remarks mention wood frame construction, and 0 of 5 MLS entries check WOOFRA while all check CONCRE. Given the consistent identification of the structure as concrete and typical local building practices, it is very unlikely that the building is wood-frame constructed.
No remarks suggest an above-ground or raised foundation, and the MLS does not mark ABOGRO on any listing. Given the building’s urban Waikiki setting and typical construction patterns, it is very unlikely that this is an above-ground (pier-style) structure.
Across all listings there is no mention of brick or brick-and-mortar construction, and 0 of 5 agents checked BRICK while all checked concrete. In the Waikiki condo context this makes true brick construction highly unlikely.
No listing references single-wall or traditional Hawaiian single-wall construction, and all MLS data instead indicate concrete. Given the building type and age implied by the full-gut remodels and Waikiki condo context, single-wall construction is virtually certain not to apply here.
Public remarks repeatedly confirm that short-term/vacation rentals are legally allowed in this building, including references to DPP STVR registration and ongoing short-term rental operations. There is no language suggesting minimum 30-day terms or owner-occupant-only restrictions.
The listings describe flexible management options and independent vacation rental companies, not a centralized hotel rental pool program. No language such as "hotel rental pool" or participation in a hotel’s operations appears in any remarks.
Because owners clearly have the option to self-manage or select a management company, participation in any centralized rental program cannot be mandatory. No remarks indicate any requirement to join a hotel or rental pool.
Every provided listing (5/5) clearly states that the unit is fee simple, using phrases like 'fee simple, short-term vacation rental' and 'fee simple fully furnished turnkey unit'. No listing hints at any other tenure type. This strongly indicates that the Cabana at Waikiki offers fee simple ownership, and currently all observed listings are fee simple (5 fee simple, 0 leasehold).
None of the remarks use leasehold-related terms such as 'leasehold', 'LH', 'lease rent', or lease expiration dates, while all 5 listings repeatedly emphasize that the units are 'fee simple'. In typical Waikiki CPRs, this consistent pattern across multiple listings indicates a fee simple project rather than a mixed-tenure building. Given this, it is highly likely that there are no leasehold units in this building (5 fee simple, 0 leasehold observed).
Because the property is described as fee simple rather than leasehold, a lease expiration date does not apply. No lease terms or expiry years are mentioned anywhere in the remarks.
The remarks focus on short-term rental legality, location, and amenities but never reference VA loan approval or VA financing. In the absence of any such language, VA approval is assumed unlikely but not ruled out.
The marketing focuses on location, short-term rental legality, and amenities, with no details on HOA or building insurance coverage. Without explicit statements of full or walls-in coverage, the building is assumed not fully insured by default, at medium confidence.
The remarks focus on short-term rental status, renovations, and amenities like onsite laundry, grill/BBQ, and community area, with no reference to fire sprinklers or a fire suppression system. Since older buildings are sometimes retrofitted and agents may not always highlight sprinklers, their presence or absence cannot be confidently determined from the available data. Therefore, the fire-sprinkler status is left as unknown rather than assumed false.
Searches for phrases like 'fire life safety evaluation passed', 'FLSE', 'fire safety certified', or 'life safety compliant' found nothing. In the absence of explicit evidence, this is marked as not passed by default, with medium confidence.
Flood zone determined from official FEMA Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM) data using building coordinates, not from agent-reported listing data.
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No listing view_descriptions include ocean-related terms, and 2 of 5 explicitly indicate no view (NONE). Public remarks repeatedly highlight being near the beach but never claim an ocean or water view, which would normally be a major selling point if present. This strongly suggests the building’s units do not offer true ocean views.
None of the listings describe mountain views in either the structured MLS view field or the public remarks. Given multiple independently written remarks and some listings explicitly marked with no view, it is very likely that units in this building do not offer notable mountain views.
Diamond Head views are typically highlighted in Waikiki marketing, but they are never mentioned in any of the five sets of remarks. Combined with the absence of a Diamond Head checkbox in MLS and some listings marked NONE, this indicates the building does not provide Diamond Head views.
Two of the five listings explicitly identify CITY in their MLS view descriptions, while others do not contradict this. The building is in the heart of Waikiki, so it is reasonable that some units look over streets and nearby buildings. This supports that the building offers city views in at least some units.
While the building is close to the beach, agents repeatedly market proximity rather than any coastal or shoreline views. The absence of coastline view tags and the presence of NONE in some view fields strongly suggest that coastline views are not available from units in this building.
One listing explicitly tags GARDEN in the view field, indicating at least one unit looks onto landscaped or courtyard areas. Remarks across multiple listings mention a tropical community area to relax, consistent with garden/courtyard outlooks. This supports that some units in the building have garden views.
Golf course views are not referenced in any remarks or MLS view descriptions. Given the urban Waikiki context and explicit NONE views for some units, this strongly suggests that the building does not provide golf course views.
Listings focus on proximity to beach, zoo, parks, and Waikiki attractions but never mention Ala Wai Canal, harbor, or yacht marina views. With no marina-related view tags and some units marked as having no view, it is very unlikely that any units in this building offer marina or harbor views.
Neither the structured MLS data nor the narrative remarks mention sunrise viewing, morning sun, or similar orientation-based selling points. With several independent listings and some marked with no views, it is very likely that sunrise views are not a notable feature for this building’s units.
Sunsets and fireworks views are commonly highlighted when available in Waikiki listings but are completely absent here. Combined with the explicit NONE view entries and no sunset-related language, this indicates that units in this building do not have notable sunset views.
Cemetery views are neither indicated in MLS view fields nor discussed in any public remarks. Given multiple independent listings and some explicitly marked as having no view, it is highly likely that no units in this building overlook a cemetery.
The text mentions being near the beach, parks, zoo, aquarium, and Waikiki Shell, but does not say fireworks can be viewed from the property. Without explicit claims of a fireworks view, this feature is treated as not present.
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None of the five remarks discuss whether pets are permitted, and agents do not market the building as pet-friendly. Because there is no explicit 'no pets' language either, the available data does not clarify the pet policy, so this is treated as unknown rather than confidently pet-friendly.
Multiple listings discuss how the units are managed (e.g., self-management versus continuing with the existing vacation rental company) but do not mention any on-site or live-in building manager. This lack of reference does not definitively prove there is no resident manager, as agents often omit it if not a selling point. Given the uncertainty, the existence of a resident manager is treated as unknown rather than conclusively false.
The building clearly supports legal short-term vacation rentals, but the language is about self-management or third-party rental companies, not a hotel program. The absence of any 'condotel' or hotel-operations terminology across all listings strongly indicates this is not a condotel.
Every listing calls the property 'fee simple', the standard for condominiums in Hawaii and not for co-ops. With no cooperative language or indicators present, the building can be treated with very high confidence as not being a co-op.
Confidence levels are based on MLS checkbox data and AI analysis of listing remarks. High = strong evidence, Medium = some evidence, Low = limited or conflicting evidence. Buyers should always verify critical details independently.