Top 10: Reasons Why I Loved Staying at the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

I had the the best birthday/Mother's Day staycation yet thanks to the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, and I'm sure I would have another awesome staycation there even if I weren't celebrating a special occasion.

Here are my top 10 reasons why I loved staying at the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort:

1. Service with Aloha - From the moment we pulled up to the valet, I knew we were in for a great staycation.  In fact, the check-in process with Mailee was so pleasant and informative - I was impressed with the entire experience.  What a great way to start a staycation!

2. Views - Day or night, the views from the resort are stunning!

3. Spacious, welcoming rooms - We did have two adjoining rooms on this stay, but my family would have been more than comfortable in a single room with 2 queens or 1 king and a sofa bed.

4. Steps from Waikiki Beach - I loved that we didn't have to go very far to enjoy the beach!

5. Dining - the Outrigger Reef is home to great restaurants (pictured above - Uncle Moki's Chocolate Lava Flow from Ocean House Waikiki)

6. Warm Welcome - Cookies, a fruit platter, and wine welcomed us to the resort.

7. Daily entertainment - Kani Ka Pila Grille offers daily entertainment poolside (it's hard to see in this shot, but Ben and Maila were performing on the stage to the left, and I could hear their beautiful music from our balcony!).

8. Great view of the Friday night fireworks - I loved that we could see the fireworks from right outside of the hotel!

9. Hawaiiana - Cultural displays and complimentary cultural activities are great for both kama`aina and visitors.

10. Coupons - Upon check-in we were given coupons to use at nearby dining and shopping venues.  What a great way to save money!