Royal Kuhio

The Resort & Setting

Royal Kuhio is a VI Resorts by Westgate property located at 2240 Kūhiō Ave., right in the middle of Waikiki's hotel and condo district. Guests rate it 4.1 out of 5 from 242 reviews, reflecting a property that delivers a consistent, no-surprises Waikiki stay. As a lodging-style resort on one of Honolulu's busiest avenues, it suits owners and renters who want to be within walking distance of the beach, shopping and dining rather than tucked away in a quieter resort enclave.

The Area & Things to Do

Kūhiō Avenue runs parallel to Waikiki Beach, so Royal Kuhio puts owners and guests close to the sand, the surf schools, and the beach parks that stretch along the shoreline. Waikiki itself is Honolulu's main visitor hub, packed with restaurants, surf shops and open-air markets, with the kind of casual, flip-flop pace that draws people back year after year. Beyond the beach, Honolulu offers Diamond Head's crater trail, the Honolulu Zoo, the Waikiki Aquarium, and the wider attractions of Oʻahu for those renting a car or hopping on a tour bus for the day.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you're ready to move on from your Royal Kuhio week, BidMyTimeshare.com works as a direct owner-to-owner marketplace: you set your own asking price, write your own listing, and buyers or renters contact you through the platform. There's no commission taken on the sale — sellers simply pay a one-time listing fee to get their week in front of interested buyers.

Before you list, it's worth understanding how a Westgate transfer actually works, since it shapes what a buyer is agreeing to. According to figures reported by resale brokers in 2025, a Westgate transfer typically costs around $500 and takes 12 weeks or more to complete, so it's worth factoring that into your listing and sale timeline. Westgate also holds a right of first refusal on resales, which owners report is used only occasionally, but it means a sale isn't guaranteed to close with your chosen buyer until Westgate waives it.

Resale buyers should also know that, according to owner reports on timeshare forums, Westgate resale owners may face a shorter booking window of around 60 days (30 days on some deeds) compared with direct purchasers, and an internal exchange fee reported at around $700 versus $169 for owners who bought directly from the developer. Interval International is the verified exchange network associated with Westgate ownership, so ask the seller whether the specific week and deed carry exchange privileges before you buy.

Practical Notes for Buyers & Renters

Renters coming to Royal Kuhio are typically drawn by the Waikiki location itself — being able to walk to the beach and back to the condo without needing a car for every outing. Buyers should confirm which week and unit size they're purchasing, whether the right of first refusal has historically been exercised on similar resales, and what the current annual maintenance fee is before agreeing on a price, as sellers don't always specify this upfront. Always get transfer costs and timelines in writing as part of the sale.

A Final Word

Whether you're listing your week for sale, renting it out for a season, or researching a purchase, Royal Kuhio's appeal comes down to its address: Kūhiō Avenue, Waikiki, Honolulu — about as central as it gets on Oʻahu's south shore.