The walk to the new premiere suite at the luxe Halekūlani threw me off. Instead of walking toward the main elevators, I was led toward the hotel’s spa, then down a dark hallway and around a corner. Just outside two huge double doors was a desk outfitted with a small lamp. “This is where your
Whether you’re a visitor on holiday or a local looking forward to a staycation, these luxury resorts on Oʻahu are known for their sumptuous atmosphere, top-tier service and memorable experiences. Here are the best luxury resorts on Oʻahu that topped our 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. 1. The Kahala Hotel & Resort The Kahala Hotel &
If you’ve even planned a trip to Japan, you might have stumbled on something called “capsule hotels,” or kapuseru hoteru in Japanese. These are pod-style rooms, just big enough for a bed, meant for quick and cheap overnight stays. Amenities such as toilets, showers and dining rooms are communal. Like hostels but way nicer—and more
Valentine’s Day will be quickly approaching. So, don’t wait to start planning. If you’re looking to create an unforgettable Valentine’s Day, consider coordinating a trip instead of a typical dinner date. Fortunately, there’s hardly a better time for a Valentine’s Day getaway since this year Feb. 14 falls on a Friday. Plus, the following Monday
You don’t have to be a Disney fan to enjoy a stay at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa on Oʻahu. There’s lots to do on and around the 21-acre oceanfront property in Ko ʻOlina, about 27 miles west of Waikīkī. The resort boasts three swimming pools—all heated—including a saltwater lagoon filled with Hawaiʻi reef
Earlier this year the new Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach reopened after LXR Hotels & Resorts rebranded it from the Trump International Hotel Waikīkī. But that’s all that’s really changed, at least for now. The 38-story, 462-room hotel near Fort DeRussy Park marks the Hilton luxury brand’s first Oʻahu property. (The hotel itself is owned by
Looking for a unique way to spend an evening this fall? The Kahala Hotel & Resort is hosting a few special events you won’t find anywhere else. Like a curated dinner featuring renowned Scotch whiskies or a hands-on workshop making crystal bracelets with a glass of bubbles. Visit The Kahala Hotel & Resort for updated
Traveling families want four things in a hotel: spacious accommodations, kid-friendly activities, convenient location and affordable prices, One block from Waikiki Beach and a short walk to the 200-acre Kapiʻolani Park, Waikiki Malia checks off all those boxes. For starters, the hotel boasts many adjoining rooms, giving familes ample space to spread out—and privacy, too,
Downtown Honolulu hasn’t had a new hotel open since the Executive Centre was built in 1984. With the pandemic fading and efforts towards the revitalization of the neighborhood on the rise, it was time. Located at 1111 Bishop Street between the Hawai’i Theatre, Capital Modern Museum and ʻIolani Palace, the AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu
The famed Turtle Bay Resort, perched on Oʻahu’s North Shore, is changing owners and will be rebranded as a Ritz-Carlton. Host Hotels & Resorts Inc., which owns almost 80 hotels, entered an agreement to acquire the 450-room resort and nearby land for $725 million from Blackstone Real Estate. Blackstone bought the 1,180-acre oceanfront hotel in
A chic sign welcomes me into the relaxed lobby of Waikiki Malia and I take a moment to appreciate my new surroundings—it’s an oasis away from the busy Waikīkī streets outside. This hotel mixes luxury with affordability, offering visitors or staycationing residents a new place to stay that places its guests in the heart of
