Paradise Bay Resort, HonoluluParadise Bay Resort in Honolulu, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 40 of 94 hotels we score in Honolulu. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction. Rooms from about $295 a night (cached, not a live quote).Paradise Bay Resort sits on the waterfront at Kaneohe Bay in Kaneohe, on Oahu's windward side, in a quiet residential neighbourhood within reach of Kualoa Ranch, the Koolau mountains and local hiking trails. It offers pet-friendly rooms and suites, many with ocean, beach or mountain views and private patios, plus an outdoor pool, hot tub, marina, terrace and garden. Guests can kayak, snorkel, take yoga sessions or use the BBQ areas, and the property runs a gym, business centre and massage services. It suits families, couples and travellers with pets who want a relaxed base away from the resort crowds. Note that rates start around $295 a night, so it is not a budget option.What stands out

Comfortable beds and pillows

Peaceful, quiet setting

Friendly, helpful staff

Rooms with private patios

Watch out for

Nightly rates start around $295

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