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223 Saratoga Rd #1215, Honolulu

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George Krischke

George Krischke

Principal Broker
Realtor, RB-18610

Mobile: (808) 554-1635

Email: George@HawaiiLiving.com

Description
Enjoy resort-style living at Ka La‘i Waikiki Beach, Hilton’s LXR Hotels & Resorts (formerly Trump Tower Waikiki). This 1-bedroom, 2-bath unit is part of the hotel rental program and offers approximately 1,139 sqft of interior space plus a 154 sqft lanai. Located on the preferred Fort DeRussy side, it features sweeping views of the ocean, beach, and lush green park. Fully furnished with quality upgrades, including high-end appliances. The $255,000 renovation fee has already been paid in full; renovation is scheduled from August 31 to November 20, 2025. Building amenities include an infinity pool, spa, fitness center, restaurants, business center, conference room and complimentary valet parking for owners. Ideally situated near Waikiki Beach, shopping, and dining. Interior photos are computer-generated images representing the planned renovation, as provided by the hotel, and may not depict this specific unit.
Past Activity
  • Aug 18, 2025 Sold for $1,380,000
  • Jul 18, 2025 Under Contract
  • Jul 01, 2025 Listed at $1,390,000
  • Oct 20, 2023 Off Market
  • Aug 13, 2023 Off Market
  • Oct 19, 2022 Listed at $1,800,000
  • Aug 11, 2017 Sold for $1,790,000
  • Jul 03, 2017 Under Contract
  • May 08, 2017 Listed at $1,820,000
  • Oct 06, 2016 Sold for $1,600,000
  • Jul 05, 2016 Under Contract
  • May 12, 2016 Listed at $1,648,800
  • May 12, 2016 Off Market
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More Details
  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • HOA Fees / ft²: $3.73
  • Price / ft²: $1,213
  • Other Condos Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • HOA Fees Include: Sewer, Water
  • Zoning: X6 - Resort Mixed Use Precinct
  • Flood Zone: Zone AE
  • View: City, Coastline, Ocean, Sunset
  • Furnished: Full
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Owner Occupancy: 6%
  • Management Company: Hawaiiana Mgmt
  • Security Features: Card, Keyed Elevator, Video
  • Amenities: Concierge, Condo Association Pool, Exercise Room, Meeting Room, Other, Restaurant, Valet, Whirlpool
  • TMK: 1-2-6-3-61-94
  • Tax Assessed Land: $618,600
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $965,400
  • Tax Assessed Total: $1,584,000
  • Courtesy: Blue Bunny Hawaii Realty LLC / (808) 383-3214
  • MLS: 202515088
About Ka Lai (Formerly Trump Tower)
  • Address: 223 Saratoga Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815.
     
  • Built: 2009, 469 units, 38 floors, studio - 3BR, Pets: OK (verify).
     
  • Amenities: Pool, Gym, Spa, Business Center. 
     
  • Developer: Irongate.
     
  • Short-term Vacation Renting: Allowed


Update 2025
The Trump Tower Waikiki's rebranding to the Ka Lai Waikiki Beach requires a renovation project to take the property to the next level.

The renovation begins in late May 2025 and will be completed in the first quarter of 2026. The first phase of the common element renovation (May t  ..... Read more.


The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 06, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Other Ka Lai (Formerly Trump Tower) Listings
$1,400,000
Ka Lai (Formerly Trump Tower) #2408
1 Bd | 1.5 Ba
1,027 ft²
$1,470,000
$1,490,000
$1,250,000
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  • Sold 8/18/25 at $1,380,000
    (List Price: $1,390,000)
Description
Enjoy resort-style living at Ka La‘i Waikiki Beach, Hilton’s LXR Hotels & Resorts (formerly Trump Tower Waikiki). This 1-bedroom, 2-bath unit is part of the hotel rental program and offers approximately 1,139 sqft of interior space plus a 154 sqft lanai. Located on the preferred Fort DeRussy side, it features sweeping views of the ocean, beach, and lush green park. Fully furnished with quality upgrades, including high-end appliances. The $255,000 renovation fee has already been paid in full; renovation is scheduled from August 31 to November 20, 2025. Building amenities include an infinity pool, spa, fitness center, restaurants, business center, conference room and complimentary valet parking for owners. Ideally situated near Waikiki Beach, shopping, and dining. Interior photos are computer-generated images representing the planned renovation, as provided by the hotel, and may not depict this specific unit.
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 06, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    • Aug 18, 2025 Sold for $1,380,000
    • Jul 18, 2025 Under Contract
    • Jul 01, 2025 Listed at $1,390,000
    • Oct 20, 2023 Off Market
    • Aug 13, 2023 Off Market
    • Oct 19, 2022 Listed at $1,800,000
    • Aug 11, 2017 Sold for $1,790,000
    • Jul 03, 2017 Under Contract
    • May 08, 2017 Listed at $1,820,000
    • Oct 06, 2016 Sold for $1,600,000
    • Jul 05, 2016 Under Contract
    • May 12, 2016 Listed at $1,648,800
    • May 12, 2016 Off Market
    • Address: 223 Saratoga Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815.
       
    • Built: 2009, 469 units, 38 floors, studio - 3BR, Pets: OK (verify).
       
    • Amenities: Pool, Gym, Spa, Business Center. 
       
    • Developer: Irongate.
       
    • Short-term Vacation Renting: Allowed


    Update 2025
    The Trump Tower Waikiki's rebranding to the Ka Lai Waikiki Beach requires a renovation project to take the property to the next level.

    The renovation begins in late May 2025 and will be completed in the first quarter of 2026. The first phase of the common element renovation (May t  ..... Read more.


    Other Ka Lai (Formerly Trump Tower) Listings
    $1,400,000
    Ka Lai (Formerly Trump Tower) #2408
    1 Bd | 1.5 Ba
    1,027 ft²
    $1,470,000
    $1,490,000
    $1,250,000
     
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