Shop Local in Waikīkī
Curated Boutique Shops at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel
Discover unique island treasures without ever leaving Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel. Our lobby shops offer a curated selection of local art, surf-inspired fashion, and island flavors, making it easy to grab the perfect keepsake or gift. Convenient and close, everything you need is right here.
Take a Virtual TourSurf Life Hans Hedemann Surf Shop
Open Daily, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Founded in 1997, Hans Hedemann Surf School has become Hawaiʻi’s premier surfing and water sports school. We’re proud to have Hans and his expert team as part of the QK Life experience. With lifeguard-certified and CPR-trained instructors, the school offers an unforgettable adventure for surfers of all levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Read more...

- About the Retailer
- Hans Hedemann
Hawaiian Taste Aloha Whip
Open Daily, 11am - 7pm
Enjoy a refreshing cup of Dole Pineapple soft serve at Aloha Whip, conveniently located in the lobby. No trip to Hawaiʻi is complete without this frozen pineapple delight. Aloha Whip also offers fresh and frozen fruit cups, tropical juices, and other island-inspired confections, giving you a taste of the sweet life in paradise. Read more...

- About the Retailer
- Guy Kohashi