Is the HOKA Solimar good for beginners?

Yes. It is a neutral daily trainer with a forgiving rocker and an easy slip-on upper, which suits new runners building short, regular miles.

How does the Solimar compare with the Clifton?

The Solimar is lighter and lower to the ground with firmer foam. The Clifton gives more cushioning and a softer ride but is bulkier.

Can I use the Solimar for walking all day?

Many owners do. The rocker and cushioned sockliner make it comfortable for standing and walking, though very long days may favor a plusher shoe.

Does the Solimar run true to size?

Most buyers take their usual HOKA size. Wearers with wide feet report a snug fit, so consider sizing up if you are between sizes.

Is the Solimar a vegan shoe?

Yes. HOKA lists it as vegan, with a recycled-content mesh upper and no animal-derived materials.

What is the drop on the Solimar?

It uses HOKA's late-stage Meta-Rocker with a moderate offset, closer to a traditional daily trainer than the brand's low-drop racing shoes.

Where is the HOKA Women's Solimar cheapest?

At Sun & Ski Sports, for $86.83, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the HOKA Women's Solimar?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 189 ratings.

Where can I buy the HOKA Women's Solimar?

13 stores we checked sell it, including Sun & Ski Sports, Dardano's Shoes, Triathlete Sports, Grivet Outdoors, Shoptiques | Shop Local Boutiques.

HOKA Women's Solimar

Best price now

$86.83at Sun & Ski SportsChecked Nov 7

Compared across 13 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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HOKA Women's Solimar

Best price now

$86.83at Sun & Ski SportsChecked Nov 7

Compared across 13 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Sun & Ski Sports

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Last seen at $86.83 at Sun & Ski Sports on Nov 7.
Checked at 13 stores.

Our take on the HOKA Women's Solimar

The Solimar is HOKA's neutral everyday trainer, built with a compression-molded foam midsole and a late-stage Meta-Rocker that rolls the foot forward through the stride. The stretchy recycled mesh upper and anatomical Achilles collar make it easy to pull on and comfortable around the ankle, and the vegan build appeals to shoppers avoiding animal materials. It sits as a lighter, lower-profile option than the max-cushion Bondi and Clifton, closer to a daily road shoe than a plush recovery trainer. Reviewers rate it highly for comfort on walks and short runs, though some find the cushioning firmer and less generous than HOKA's flagship models.

Best forNeutral runners logging daily road milesWalkers and commuters who want an easy slip-on shoeShoppers wanting a vegan HOKAPeople who find the Bondi or Clifton too bulky

Pros

Meta-Rocker geometry gives a smooth heel-to-toe roll
Stretchy mesh upper and extended heel pull make it easy to put on
Anatomical Achilles collar reduces rubbing at the heel
Vegan construction with recycled-content mesh
High-abrasion rubber outsole holds up on pavement

Cons

Firmer, less plush than HOKA's max-cushion models
Less cushioning for long distances or heavy runners
Neutral only, no stability support
Limited colorways compared with the Clifton line

HOKA Women's Solimar prices at every store

Sun & Ski SportsNew
In stock
$86.83Checked Nov 7
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Dardano's ShoesNew
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$93.75Checked Nov 7
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Triathlete SportsNew
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$99.95Checked Nov 7
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Shoptiques | Shop Local BoutiquesNew
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$99.96Checked Nov 7
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ShopSimonNew
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$99.98Checked Nov 7
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$99.99Checked Nov 7
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$99.99Checked Nov 7
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Fleet FeetNew
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$100.00Checked Nov 7
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villageshoesNew
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$124.95Checked Nov 7
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Bloomingdale'sNew
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$125.00Checked Nov 7
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Alabama OutdoorsNew
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$125.00Checked Nov 7
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Grivet OutdoorsNew
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$99.95Checked Nov 7
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HOKA Women's Solimar price history

Lowest price we've seen: $86.83 on Nov 7 at Sun & Ski Sports. Tracked across 13 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

4.6 / 5189 ratings

Owners rate the Solimar well, praising its comfort for walking and everyday runs and the easy on-off fit. Some say the ride is firmer and less cushioned than they expected from HOKA.

What people mention

CushioningMixedSome find the foam firm and less plush than HOKA's max-cushion shoes, while others call it balanced for daily use.
ComfortPraisedOwners describe it as comfortable from the first wear for walking and short runs.
FitMixedThe stretchy upper suits many feet, but some wider-footed wearers find it snug.
RidePraisedThe Meta-Rocker gives a smooth heel-to-toe transition that reviewers notice on pavement.
DurabilityPraisedThe rubber outsole is reported to wear well over regular road use.

From Dardano's Shoes

Stretchy, recycled content mesh
Anatomical Achilles construction
Compression-molded foam midsole
Late stage Meta-Rocker
High abrasion rubber outsole
Vegan

Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11
Fit: Regular width
Shipping: Standard shipping and expedited shipping available; shipping estimate by ZIP code

About the HOKA Women's Solimar

The HOKA Women's Solimar is a shoe with a stretchy upper made from recycled content mesh. The Achilles area has an anatomical construction, and the heel has an extended pull. The shoe is vegan.

The midsole is compression-molded foam, and the sockliner is molded EVA. A late stage Meta-Rocker shapes the ride, and the outsole is high abrasion rubber.

Upper: Stretchy, recycled content mesh
Midsole: Compression-molded foam
Sockliner: Molded EVA
Outsole: High abrasion rubber
Geometry: Late stage Meta-Rocker
Heel: Anatomical Achilles construction, extended heel pull
Vegan: Yes
Fit: Regular width
Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11

Questions and answers

Is the HOKA Solimar good for beginners?: Yes. It is a neutral daily trainer with a forgiving rocker and an easy slip-on upper, which suits new runners building short, regular miles.
How does the Solimar compare with the Clifton?: The Solimar is lighter and lower to the ground with firmer foam. The Clifton gives more cushioning and a softer ride but is bulkier.
Can I use the Solimar for walking all day?: Many owners do. The rocker and cushioned sockliner make it comfortable for standing and walking, though very long days may favor a plusher shoe.
Does the Solimar run true to size?: Most buyers take their usual HOKA size. Wearers with wide feet report a snug fit, so consider sizing up if you are between sizes.
Is the Solimar a vegan shoe?: Yes. HOKA lists it as vegan, with a recycled-content mesh upper and no animal-derived materials.
What is the drop on the Solimar?: It uses HOKA's late-stage Meta-Rocker with a moderate offset, closer to a traditional daily trainer than the brand's low-drop racing shoes.
Where is the HOKA Women's Solimar cheapest?: At Sun & Ski Sports, for $86.83, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the HOKA Women's Solimar?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 189 ratings.
Where can I buy the HOKA Women's Solimar?: 13 stores we checked sell it, including Sun & Ski Sports, Dardano's Shoes, Triathlete Sports, Grivet Outdoors, Shoptiques | Shop Local Boutiques.