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Hotel Molokai: The Sole Hotel on the Island

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  One of my favorite parts of the UnCruise itinerary here in the Hawaii is that every week we stop into the island of Molokai. I feel like this is the hidden gem of the islands. And with very little tourists on the island there isn't a huge demand for hotel rooms. This is good news for the only hotel on the island, the Hotel Molokai .    With no beach or real snorkeling out front, no breakfast offered, and the worst coffee ever in the in-room coffee makers, it still somehow emits enough charm to make it a pleasant stay.  I don't know if it lives up to the base room rate of $204, but there is a beautiful ocean out back that is lined by very photogenic palm trees. The restaurant has been redone and with new owners boasts a delicious menu (lunch/dinner only). Quite often there is local live music at the restaurant and I'm sure the pool is open from time to time, although I havn't seen it.   The rooms themselves give you a feeling like you are in some ski-ch...