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Honolulu English School
Honolulu, USA

2155 Kalakaua Ave. - Suite 700 - 96815 Honolulu - see on map
What we like about the school
  • Waikiki beach location
  • Top rated social activities
    4.3
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
What we dislike about the school
  • A 45 minute lesson duration is a bit shorter than normal.

Honolulu English School is in Waikiki, 30 minutes by public transport from Honolulu city centre, on the third biggest island in Hawaii. The school is a short walk to Waikiki beach and the area is spilling over with shops, restaurants and bars. There are good transport connections to local attractions including Diamond Head, the dormant volcano, and the Hanauma Beach.

The word “aloha” is a greeting term in Hawaii, but the spirit behind it is far more than a simple word. The term transmits a mutual respect and extends a warmth and sincerity between the two people and this is very much present in the ambiance at Honolulu English School. There is a strong emphasis on English only and the school is proud to say that for the majority of the adult courses there is less than 50% mix of the same nationality. Honolulu English School nests in a tall modern building with its bright classrooms overlooking the ocean and mountains. Other facilities available are a large lounge, a computer area, and high speed Wi-Fi throughout - plus a drinks counter.

There is a wide variety of daily activities organised at the school for students to be able to mix with their peers and practise English in a safe environment. There is a broad variety and intensity of courses available, and it is possible to specialise in different areas such as business, conversation, Cambridge Exams, TOEFL Exam and TOEIC exam. There are day programmes designed for junior students, and these are divided into two age categories; Teen STEP for those aged 13 to 16 years and kids STEP for 6 to 12 year olds. These programmes include daily group trips, activities, course material and lunch. At Honolulu English School you can combine a Junior Programme or an IEP programme with weekly lessons mixed with a popular Hawaiian activity including surfing, hula, playing the Ukulele, or stand-up paddle.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 48
Our price (US$) 400 770 1120 1390 1650 1980 2640 3200 3660 6480 12960
Starting dates
Every Monday

Recommended for students studying 12 weeks or less, or on visa waiver or tourist visas (non-F1 students).

Materials and tech fee: 20 USD per week.
During high season, classes may take place in the afternoon.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Student comments about "Short Term English Program STEP" at Honolulu English School
Alexander 5.0
"This was the 3rd language school that I attended in the last 2 years. Before that, I was in Malta and Los Angeles. I liked the school in Hawaii best because the location of the school, the teachers (it is worth mentioning here how well the teachers convey the material), and the excursions were unique. The only downside to Hawaii is it is very very expensive in Hawaii ..."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 16 20 24 36
Our price (US$) -- -- -- 1640 2460 2920 3650 5280 6200 6960 9900
Starting dates
Every Monday

F-1 Student Visa needed.
College Pathway option (16+ weeks).
Academic Year option (36+ weeks).

Materials and tech fee: USD 20 per week.
Academic Year Schedule (34 weeks + breaks): USD 9.690

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 10:20
Afternoon: 10:35 - 12:30
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) -- -- -- 4040 5050 6060 7070 7720 -- -- --
Starting dates
Every Monday

Combination of 20 group lessons and 8 private lessons per week. Private lessons are a great way to enhance the learning experience and progress more quickly.

Materials and tech fee: USD 20 per week.
During high season classes may take place in the afternoon.
Private lessons not available from the second week of July until the third week of August.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6-7 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:15
Possible course durations
4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (US$) 390 730 1065 1380 1725 2070 2415 2760 3105 3450 4140
Starting dates
Every Monday

For students who want to strengthen their general English knowledge and improve their communication skills. Classes take place from Tuesday to Friday. This course can be combined with the Intensive English Program (IEP); it cannot be combined with the Short Term English Program (STEP).

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:15
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 5 / Average: 4
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (US$) -- -- -- 2540 3175 3810 4445 4920 5535 6150 7200
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course combines the Intensive English Program (IEP) with 10 mini group lessons Conversation per week.

Material and tech fees: USD 20 per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
7 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:15
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Junior
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) 1125 1780 2650 3475 4235 5030 -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
2025: 07 Jul 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 28 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 11 Aug 2025

Textbook & material fee is included in the price.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
6 years
Age range:
6 - 16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Private
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) 680 1280 1860 2400 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
Every Monday

Lessons can be tailored to the student's needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Each lesson lasts 55 minutes and they usually take place from Tuesday to Friday afternoon.

Not available from the second week of July till the third week of August.
This course runs normally from Tues-Fri afternoon, 8 lessons a week. Packages of 10 lessons a week (Mon-Fri) are also available.

Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:15
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (US$) 600 1200 1800 2400 3000 3600 4200 4800 5400 6000 7200
Starting dates
Every Monday

For 2 students with the same level booking and studying together. Price per person.

Private lessons not available from 2nd week of July until 3rd week of August.
Private lessons take place in the afternoon.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:15
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
Business
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (US$) -- -- -- 2540 3175 3810 4445 4920 5535 6150 7200
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course combines the Intensive English Program (IEP) with 10 mini group lessons Business English per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
7 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 15:15
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) 680 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
2025: 13 Jan 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 29 Sep 2025

Semi-private lessons to help students prepare to sit the First or Advance Cambridge exam.

Private lessons are not available from the 2nd week of July until the 3rd week of August.

Course specific data
General course schedule
1-2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam dates
22 Mar 2025, 31 May 2025, 13 Dec 2025
Exam fee
360 US$
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 3285 -- 4015
Starting dates
2025: 13 Jan 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 29 Sep 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:30
Possible course durations
9, 11 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam dates
14 Mar 2025, 31 May 2025, 13 Dec 2025
Exam fee
315 US$
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 3285 -- 4015
Starting dates
2025: 13 Jan 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 29 Sep 2025
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:30
Possible course durations
9, 11 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam dates
22 Mar 2025, 31 May 2025, 13 Dec 2025
Exam fee
315 US$
Language Plus Activity
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) -- -- -- 2280 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course combines the Intensive English Program (IEP) with 1 one-hour hula lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 10:20
Afternoon: 10:35 - 12:30
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) -- -- -- 2560 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course combines the Intensive English Program (IEP) with 2 surfing lessons per week. Surfboard rental included.

Surfing lessons are 2 hours each.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 10:20
Afternoon: 10:35 - 12:30
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) 570 1090 1600 2030 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes the Short Term English Programme combined with 1 hour of Hula lessons.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) 630 1230 1810 2310 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 lessons of Short Term English Programme combined with 2 hours of surf lessons.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) 630 1230 1810 2310 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

This course includes the Short Term English Programme combined with 1 hour of Ukulele class per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (US$) 630 1230 1810 2310 -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 hours of Short Term English Programme combined with 2 hours of SUP per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
45 min

Our prices for Honolulu English School include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 190US$

Student opinions about Honolulu English School, Honolulu

4.3
Overall school rating of
Honolulu English School, Honolulu
45 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 
Facilities
4.1 
Social activities
4.3 
Organisation
4.6 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.2 
Value for money
3.8 
Accommodation
Homestay
3.7 
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.0 
Other
5.0 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
0.0 
Students 18-30 years (24 ratings)
4.5 
Students 31-49 years (17 ratings)
4.3 
Students 50+ years (4 ratings)
3.5 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Practically everything. The teachers were very prepared, excellent teaching methods and overall the internal organization unquestionably perfect for my taste. A little bit less than the organization for newcomers, because they were introduced in classes already formed (which is fine), but coming during the week of the final examination of the Term (so called) it's not appropriate because you find yourself having to take an examination for which you are not ready and then it happened to me that the following week was a little bit more relaxed.”
Insider tip: “It's better to ask when the Term will start and end , and if you begin after that it has been started it's ok, but it's better you don't start during its last week ... it's really much better the following one.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Apart from that I ave nothing to say, it was a wonderful experience, I thank those who allowed it and I will carry it forever in my heart. I met a lot of great people and if I had to return to Honolulu I will surely return even in that school.
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Sep. 2010 by Valeria Ghezzi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers are the best thing in the school. Another thing is that you can only speak in English in it, and with this rule, in general, people improve faster their English.”
Insider tip: “They should take the hula class. it's very funny, and go to the excursions that the schools organizes.”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 13 weeks
Review date: 4. Oct. 2009 by Maria Teresa Moro Hernandez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The friendliness of the staff and the central location to the beach and Waikiki.”
Insider tip: “Do not stay only on Oahu. Definitely travel to Maui and Kauai. It's worth to see it and every island offers a lot!”
Details of the review
Other comments: The Ohia Student House is pretty bad. It is dirty and too expensive for what you get. But a plus point is the location of the hostel. The beach and the school are max. 5 minutes away.
Course: Super Intensive English Program (IEP + English Café) - 3 weeks
Review date: 2. Jul. 2013 by Daniela Traussnigg
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“Very centrally located, kindness of the staff, partially very good teachers.”
Insider tip: “Include enough time to visit the other islands, especially Kawai!”
Details of the review
Other comments: In part, poor structure of the classes, in the higher levels (core600) over 70% of the students were German-speaking which was tedious.
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 6 weeks
Review date: 23. Jan. 2012 by Alberto Russo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“I love the people who work there, the activities and the great location.”
Insider tip: “Bring your hiking shoes, there are lots of great hiking places.”
Details of the review
Other comments: My accommodation was great. I stayed in an 8-person female dorm room in Waikiki Beachside Hostel. At first I thought that would be crowded but later I was happy to choose that. Hostel was great and clean, you have a kitchen and bathroom in the room and you share it with at most 7 other people. It was a great opportunity to meet more people and practice English. And also it was a great walk by the beach from hostel to the school everyday. I saw lots of rainbows :)
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 11 weeks
Review date: 28. Feb. 2017 by Burcu Yürektürk
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Location in the heart of Waikiki, activities and diversity of students.”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 17. Dec. 2013 by Jennifer Clergue
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Friendly, organized and ready to solve you any kind of problem”
Insider tip: “Don't reserve the waikiky beachside hostel”
Details of the review
Other comments: one of the best I've ever attended
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Nov. 2014 by Andrea Nucci
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The proximity to the beach and the friendliness of the staff.”
Details of the review
Other comments: The level of education was too low and I could not switch to another class because I was already in the highest level (600). I should add that I have difficulty learning languages.
Course: Intensive English Program (IEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 21. Mar. 2011 by Thomas Brenner
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“The school was located near the centre and the beach”
Insider tip: “The north coast and the waterfall.”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 12 weeks
Review date: 2. Mar. 2011 by Robert Winter
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Availability, professionalism, ability of teachîng.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Speaking with purpose and private lessons are very interesting
Course: Speaking with Purpose - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. Aug. 2015 by Sylvie Larroque
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Very good teachers, and above all their director”
Insider tip: “If you like to party and be within 5 minutes of the academy, Hokele suites is the best hotel. A bit expensive but you really appreciate it, forget about the families.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English Program (IEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. Oct. 2010 by Oriol Brosa Nadal
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The environment and the organization of classes.”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 3 weeks
Review date: 29. Jul. 2010 by Mónica Martin Abad
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The nice teachers, funny social activities”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 3 weeks
Review date: 7. May. 2013 by Veronika Wanninger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The quality of the teachers is very high.”
Details of the review
Course: English + Hula or Ukulele (Hawaiian English Adventures) - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Oct. 2011 by Kazuko Kamiya
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers, friendly and pleasant atmosphere”
Insider tip: “All kinds of activities and sightseeing tours”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 16. Dec. 2008 by Michael Bingmer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Staffs are very kind and skillful.”
Insider tip: “English-Cafe class is a fit place for beginners of English learner.”
Details of the review
Other comments: I'd like to try again!
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The organization was excellent.”
Insider tip: “You can speak only English”
Details of the review
Course: Super Intensive English Program (IEP + English Café) - 8 weeks
Review date: 12. Apr. 2010 by Rudy Lupini
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Very Central, Close to Beach.”
Insider tip: “The Surfing Lessons, that the School offers, are very well organized and a Lot of Fun.”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 3 weeks
Review date: 16. Jan. 2012 by Elisabeth Krenn
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers, peers, environment”
Insider tip: “Bring warm clothes for the bus”
Details of the review
Course: TOEFL Test Preparation (16 Hour) - 12 weeks
Review date: 4. Jan. 2010 by Jose Maria Pellon Gil
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The people that i met there”
Insider tip: “Go to Lanikai beach :D”
Details of the review
Other comments: enjoy it!
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 3 weeks
Review date: 9. Nov. 2011 by Rosalia Ucha Gomez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“To meet different people”
Insider tip: “Hula”
Details of the review
Other comments: the course 500 should be more difficult
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Dec. 2007 by Tanja Natterer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“Teachers and activities”
Insider tip: “None”
Details of the review
Other comments: It's a good school, with competent and fun teacher.
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 23. Jun. 2014 by Sandra Stamm
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers and activities”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 27. Apr. 2009 by Kozlowski Guillaume
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“It was in Hawaii!!!”
Insider tip: “Visit everything you can”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 3 weeks
Review date: 17. Nov. 2008 by Jose Antonio Peinado De Sousa
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Friendly atmosphere”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 11. Apr. 2007 by Katrin Fischer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Staff and students”
Details of the review
Other comments: Really really nice!
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 25. Oct. 2007 by Jaime Guillot De Mergelina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Nice atmosphere.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Manoa House is very strict.
Course: TOEFL Test Preparation (16 Hour) - 3 weeks
Review date: 19. Aug. 2010 by Alexander Roth
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers”
Insider tip: “The residence Manoa House is really far from the busy areas and the bus you have to take comes whenever it wants.”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Oct. 2010 by Eva Marti Motera
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The staff”
Insider tip: “Go there!!!”
Details of the review
Course: Short Term English Program (STEP) - 4 weeks
Review date: 23. Nov. 2009 by Gabriela Hernandez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers”
Insider tip: “Hawaii is very expensive”
Details of the review
Other comments: In the residence there are enough cockroaches. It is a common animal in Honolulu.
Course: Intensive English Program (IEP) - 6 weeks
Review date: 22. Nov. 2010 by Ruth Mira DueÑas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Honolulu English School compared to ratings of all schools in the USA

 Honolulu English School HonoluluAverage of all other schools in the USA
Overall school rating4.34.1
Location of the school5.04.7
Facilities4.13.8
Social activities4.33.7
Organisation4.64.1
Quality of teaching4.24.1
Value for money3.83.7
Homestay3.34.0
Shared flat3.54.0

Honolulu English School

Accreditations and Quality seals
NAFSASEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalCEA
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Honolulu English School and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1986

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 10
    • Number of public PC workstations: 6

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school
* Views of the ocean or mountains from most classrooms

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Switzerland 33%
Japan 33%
Italy 10%
Korea 5%
Brazil 4%
Spain 3%
Germany 3%
France 2%
Saudi Arabia 2%
Turkey 2%
Netherlands 1%
Venezuela 1%
Thailand 1%
Chile 1%
Sweden 1%
China 1%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 3%
18-24 years 60%
25-34 years 30%
35-50 years 4%
>50 years 3%
The average age outside summer is 4 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 120
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 120
Junior courses - In summer: 70
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 70
Minimum age of students
17 years
6 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 25 years

Information for all courses offered by Honolulu English School

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
175.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 15 US$ per week.
Comments about courses

IEP and STEP programmes: classes might take place in the morning or in the afternoon, depending on availability.

If a student wishes to book private lessons there's a minimum of 2 lessons they can book.

Lessons are always 45 minutes per lesson, except for private lessons (55 minutes).

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 80 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 26 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 11 Jun 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 28 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport:
90 US$ one way
150 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Honolulu International (HNL).

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Hiking,
- Yoga,
- Hula dance,
- Sightseeing,
- Beach barbecues.

Adults - Paid activities

- Surfing in group 2 hours (USD 110) - Incl. board rental,
- SUP in group 2 hours (USD 110) - Incl. board rental,
- Hula semi-private 1 hour (USD 75, private class USD 90),
- Ukulele 1 hour (USD 75) - Incl. ukulele rental.

activity possibledistance from school
Baseball2 km
Basketball1 km
Cooking-
Diving1 km
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf1 km
Horse riding-5 km
Mountainbiking-3 km
Sailing0.5 km
Squash3 km
Swimming-
Tennis1 km
Volleyball0.5 km
Windsurfing3 km
Yoga-

Accommodation

Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 1045 2085 3125 3680 4600 5520 6440 7360 9200 11040 920 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Condos: Pagoda Waikiki, Ohia, Bamboo, Hawaiian Monarch, Marine Surf, Park Heights, Royal Kuhio.

Close to the beach and all of central Waikiki's shopping and night life.

Taxes and cleaning fee included.

*Except Ohia high season July 1-Aug 31: Studio USD 945 per week

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 585 975 1285 1560 1950 2340 2730 3120 3900 4680 390 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Most of the home stay families are located in the suburban areas surrounding Honolulu. Because of the distance from Waikiki, home stay is not recommended for students planning an active nightlife. Wifi in some homes.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
Price extra night
85 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
75 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
49
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 900 1270 1665 2020 2525 3030 3535 4040 5050 6060 505 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Most of the home stay families are located in the suburban areas surrounding Honolulu. Because of the distance from Waikiki, home stay is not recommended for students planning an active nightlife. Wifi in some homes.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
Price extra night
130 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
75 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
12
Maximum age of students
13
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 675 1125 1485 1800 2250 2700 3150 3600 4500 5400 450 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Most of the host families are located in the suburban areas surrounding Honolulu. Students must be independent and be able to travel alone to school. Wifi in some homes.

Optional weekly transportation fee for 14-17 year old students: USD 300 per week.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
Price extra night
95 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
75 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
14
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 1350 2500 3750 4400 5500 6600 7700 8800 11000 13200 1100 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Condos: Pagoda Waikiki, Ohia, Bamboo, Hawaiian Monarch, Marine Surf, Park Heights, Royal Kuhio.
Close to the beach and all of central Waikiki's shopping and night life.
Taxes and cleaning fee included.

*Except Ohia high season July 1-Aug 31:
Studio Plus USD 1030 per week

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 965 1780 2360 2860 3575 4290 5005 5000 6250 7500 625 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Taxes and cleaning fee included.

Special discount rate 30 Nov 2025- 3 Jan 2026: Deluxe USD 465 per week (up to 48% off).

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
20 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 845 1490 1965 2380 2975 3570 4165 4160 5200 6240 520 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Taxes and cleaning fee included.

Special discount rate 30 Nov 2025- 3 Jan 2026: Standard USD 390 per week (up to 48% off).

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
20 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in US$ 875 1650 2180 2640 3300 3960 4620 5280 6600 7920 660 225
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Shared female condo with three private bedrooms at the Waikiki Park Heights. Taxes and cleaning fee included.

Special discount rate 30 Nov 2025-3 Jan 2026: USD 495/week (up to 45% off).

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 225US$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18

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FAQ about Honolulu English School, Honolulu

What is the best price for a course at Honolulu English School, Honolulu?
“English courses at Honolulu English School start at 390 US$ for Small Group: Conversation course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Honolulu English School?
“The accommodation Condo - Economy Studio is the most popular among all our clients of Honolulu English School”
Is it possible to take a course at Honolulu English School as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: STEP + Ukulele (Hawaiian English Adventures)
Is airport pickup offered by Honolulu English School?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (90 US$)”
What is the number of students per class at Honolulu English School?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Honolulu English School varies from 1 (Private Lessons) to 15 students (Short Term English Program STEP)”
Which countries are students of Honolulu English School from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Honolulu English School comes from Switzerland with a 33% representation, followed by students from Japan (33%) and Italy (10%).”
Honolulu English School offers courses for which ages?
“Honolulu English School offers courses from 6 years (Kids & Teens STEP (Course + Activities), 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.”

Terms of Honolulu English School

First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:15
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to USA and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
125 US$
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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