A place to jot our thoughts, our favorite tunes and recount new adventures over good food with great people. Get a feel for what we're about and then come stay with us as we continue to carve out this swell little spot in Waikiki.
In partnership with The Contingency and in support of the non-profit Hawaii Health and Harm Reduction, the Surfjack celebrated Halloween and Honolulu PRIDE week in true Brazilian carnival fashion. DJs spun spooky tunes, dance jams and diva hits while guests sipped on exclusive Halloween cocktails as they lounged poolside. Our friends at Olive & Oliver printed limited-edition pride t-shirts and
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this November.
In partnership with Kō Hana Rum, the Surfjack and Mahina & Sun’s added seriously spooky sips to the menu, aptly dubbed the Black List.
We recently held our own celebration of all things Hawaiian with Joe Recca and friends. Here’s what happened.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this October.
The new season warrants a new collection of cocktails that’ll warm you up on the inside.
The largest block party in Hawaii happens right here in our backyard, so this year we’re hosting our own mini celebrations in conjunction with Aloha Festivals.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this August.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this August.
See how we kicked off summer 2018—and how we plan on spending the entire season!
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
In case you missed it, here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the exhibitions that brought important issues to the forefront of our minds through a creative lens.
Come and hang with us in Hawaii. Enter to win a trip to the islands with Max Wanger Print Shop and Alaska Airlines. Now through 5/27/18.
We’re joining the mission to reduce single use plastics. Because sustainability is sexy and we love Mama Earth.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
With the help of our community and our #SurfjackFam, we shined a spotlight on local and global issues through the lens of creative expression.
Learn more about the artists and the exhibits that have transformed our five penthouse suites and various spaces throughout the hotel into immersive funhouses filled with culture and color. The interactive contemporary art project is like nothing you’ve seen before at a hotel in Hawaii.
Say aloha to Room Service, an anthology of songs from Hawaii-based and global musicians recorded live at the hotel and throughout Waikiki. First up, Brian Bent, the ever-eclectic, self-taught artist, musician, surfer, hot rod enthusiast (the list goes on).
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
We’re thrilled to harness LA-based DJ, producer and musician (and so much more) Carlos Niño’s creative genius to produce this masterful mix, which he describes as “easy, flowing, relaxed, full of love and high vibrational spirit.”
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
The granddaughter of legendary Hawaiian surfer and daughter of a respected waterman, Ha’a Kealuana’s connection to the ocean runs deep. We talk to this surftographer about her inspiration, her favorite west side eatery, and more.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
Calling all brides- and grooms-to-be! We’ve teamed up with Williams-Sonoma for a rad and romantic Hawaiian Honeymoon giveaway.
Bikini-loving babes gathered poolside and in the penthouse for a pop-up shop featuring Vitamin A’s 2018 collection.
These independent cafes are places where the passionate people serving up a little love in a cup are as charming as the atmosphere.
Poolside, with 700+ of our #SurfjackFam, we partied like it was 1968.
Let go of the past and revel in what’s to come at our second annual NYE party. Get psyched with SWEATSUIT, Kyle Woods’ newest DJ mix made exclusively for Surfjack.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
Aside from our lineup of Surfjack experiences, here’s our go-to guide of what’s happening on Oahu this month.
Close out the weekend with a hefty brunch and exclusive tunes by record label and DJ crew Aloha Got Soul. Here, we talk vinyl and more with AGS founder Roger Bong.
The owner of Honolulu’s hottest botanical boutique dishes on where to eat, drink and shop in Kaka‘ako and beyond.
Pizza lovers, unite. We’re giving the inside scoop on our favorite spots serving up little (and big) slices of heaven.
See how you can win a staycation at the Surfjack, $100 dining credit at Mahina & Sun’s, and your Pork Adobo on the official Mahina & Sun’s menu.
During her recent stay at the Surfjack, we talked story with the Maui-born water woman famous for riding on the back of a shark’s dorsil fin.
We caught up with Joe Robert Cole, the man Hollywood hired to write a movie that will undoubtedly go down in history: Marvel’s “Black Panther.”
Get to know DJ Jem—the gal behind the booth during our Friday Shuffle.
It’s been a long hot summer and thanks to our Surfjack ohana it’s been an epic one, too. A recap of the third and final #SummerAtTheSwimClub.
Perched high above the Waikiki skyline inside the Surfjack’s penthouse, we chatted with Steele about his inspiration, his latest film “Proximity The Movie”, and the future of surfing.
Gear up for the third and final poolside #SummerAtTheSwimClub and get to know guest DJ Kyle Woods of Saint Heron.
Another successful #SummerAtTheSwimClub in the books—captured by Sky Bruno and Sunny Shades.
All the details on #SummerAtTheSwimClub Vol. 2, a Q&A with Smooth Sailing, and a Soundcloud mix you don’t want to miss
We officially kicked off #SummerAtTheSwimClub this July. Here, Volume 1 on 35 mm film—captured by Desmond Centro.
Residents and visitors alike can reap some big benefits like free valet parking, free food and handcrafted cocktails, goodies, and even a free overnight stay on your birthday.
We talk story with the legendary bodysurfer, retired lifeguard-turned artist about his inspiration, intention and his perfect day on Oahu.
As the temperature rises, things are also heating up at the Surfjack. We’re celebrating summer by collaborating with the community on three pool parties—each one guaranteed to bring you the best beats, brands and, of course, bikinis.
Feel well, move well, eat well, look well. Our top tips to maintain wellness in and around Waikiki.
Noelani Love gives us the inside scoop on her jewelry brand and shares some of her favorite spots on the North Shore of Oahu.
Chatting with Christa Wittmier—one of the Honolulu music mavens that’s regularly poolside, stirring up the sounds and kicking off the weekend with hotel guests and residents alike.
Where to eat, drink and shop in Honolulu’s Chinatown neighborhood.
Three days. Two filmmakers. Eight locations. One island. One hotel. One mini film.
When Mahina Alexander and Kea Snow hang at the Surfjack the result is a radical retro feast for the eyes.
Our newly launched Changemakers Exchange featuring Kathy Jetnil-Kijiner, an alumni of the University of Hawai’i at Manoa, poet and spoken-word artist hailing from the Marshall Islands.
Mama of two Dixie Rose gives us the inside scoop of some on her favorite Honolulu hot spots.
A few weeks ago we hosted a bunch of badass business women and one (equally badass) guy to talk story about the ins and outs of their creative worlds. They explored the island in hopes to spark creativity—and that they did. Now, back in the office, the group is still daydreaming of their stay at the Surfjack,
Just recently, we sat down with a group of Los Angeles-based lady bosses and one badass guy to talk business.
Because when you can’t decide on breakfast or lunch, there’s brunch. Here, a list of our favorite brunch spots in the Honolulu area.
We asked co-owner of The Public Pet Jordan Lee to give us the inside scoop on where to eat, drink and shop in the Honolulu neighborhood of Kaimuki.
Talking Hawaii’s bounty and Chef Ed Kenney’s commitment to sustainable seafood.
The Surfjack’s list of popular Honolulu pubs where we suggest you belly up to the bar for an ice cold craft beer.
Just a few snaps of the last moments of 2016 and first of 2017 at the Surfjack. Cheers to a new year.
Waikiki is internationally known as a mecca for shopping, and with one stroll down Kalakaua Avenue you’ll understand why. Check out these locally owned boutiques that are brimming with unique finds and one-of-a-kind gifts.
A recap of Herewith’s 002 issue release party, and a chat with the lifestyle magazine’s Editor in Chief
Designer and boutique owner Roberta Oaks’ inside scoop on where to go, what to do and what to see in Waikiki. Plus, what makes this historic Honolulu neighborhood that special.
Big Island-based Pikai Swimwear popped up poolside at the Surfjack to showcase its wide range of eco-conscious bikinis, one-pieces, rash guards and swim leggings made with the best Brazilian-sourced fabrics.
Perched high above the Waikiki skyline inside the Surfjack’s penthouse, we chatted with filmmaker Keegan Kuhn about Cowspiracy, his upcoming film What The Health, and the major benefits of a plant-based diet.
A glimpse into the lives of three professional surfers on vacation in Waikiki, as lensed by Kelia Moniz.
Alongside other Honolulu-based artistic institutions like Lana Lane Studios, POW! WOW! Hawaii and The Vanguard Theory, Wall to Wall Studios has brought back a welcomed artistic flair to the community.
We teamed up with Lei Magazine to kick off Honolulu Pride poolside at the Swim Club.
Our picks of the top places to practice yoga while on vacation in Honolulu.
Go behind the scenes of the making of Wooden Wave’s treehouse mural.
Known for his roles as Co-Producer of Captain America: The Winter Soldier and Executive Producer of Captain America: Civil War, Marvel’s Nate Moore has set out on his own superhuman-like journey.
The Oahu-based lifestyle site The96815.com celebrates the Waikiki of your dreams. Below, Nova Rizzo, the gal behind the blog, gives us the inside scoop on where to go, what to do and what to see in Waikiki.
Recently, Surfjack teamed up with Solé Bicycles to provide six custom bicycles so hotel guests could leisurely wander through Waikiki on wheels.
A sneak peek of Lolli’s 2017 lookbook photographed by Emily Faulstich right here at the Surfjack.
Aside from the miles of white-sand beaches and world-renowned surf breaks, one of the biggest draws of Waikiki is the food scene–a unique and exciting mix of east meets west.
Tapia was able to turn the Surfjack’s pool into an oversize postcard, creating a picture-perfect view for guests looking down from their balcony.
Our inaugural pool party was all about new friends, good vibes, and great drinks.
We teamed up with dynamic duo Roberta Oaks Hawaii and Barrio Vintage for a fashion showcase and evening of kaleidoscopic tropical bliss.
Surfing, an ancient form of art in Hawaiian culture, evolved into the modern sport it is today with the help of a small group of ocean-loving adventurers.
Ed Kenney has been here before. Decades ago. Where Surfjack is now, there used to be Soda Pops, a punk rock, new wave club, where, as a “rebellious skate punk teen,” Kenney used to hang out into the early morning hours.
The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club began as a vision to create a place where you can experience local ‘soul’ – that modern aloha – the music, art, and diversity of Honolulu’s creative community.
