The Kahala has always been one of Hawaii's top hotels, with a celebrity guest list that's included nearly every president since Richard Nixon! Even Cond Nasté Traveller thinks it has the 'Best Rooms and Restaurants in the US'. And when you get there you'll see why. Your spacious room will overlook either the ocean, mountain or lagoon. There's a beautiful pool area to relax by and even the fitness centre has ocean views to give you a boost. When it comes to eating here, you can choose between four stylish restaurants - the award-winning Hoku's, with its innovative fusion menu, comes highly recommended.
Amenities
Scuba Diving
Windsurfing
Kids Club
Wheelchair access
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Hot tub
Internet Access
Restaurant
Spa
Swimming Pool
Valet parking
Where is it
Nestled on an exclusive crescent ivory sand beach, just east of Diamond Head on the island of Oahu.
Hotel information
338 rooms on 10 floors with 3 lifts. Newly renovated rooms all with air-conditioning, cable TV, complimentary WiFi, telephone, plush bathrobes, large bathrooms with Floris amenities, and hairdryer. Scenic Rooms sleep maximum 2 adults and 1 child (up to 17 years). Only rooms on the ground floor have a terrace.
Ocean View Rooms and Partial Ocean View Rooms, Ocean Front Rooms have a Juliet balcony. Ocean View Lanai Rooms, Ocean Front Lanai Rooms, Scenic with Lanai Rooms and Partial Ocean View Lanai Rooms, have full balconies with furniture and sleep maximum 2 adults and 1 child (up to 17 years).
4 restaurants: Hoku's (fine dining), Plumeria Beach House (à la carte and buffet), The Veranda (afternoon tea) and Seaside Grill. Swimming pool. Use of beachside chi health energy fitness centre with steam rooms, Jacuzzi and dry sauna. Award-winning spa suites. Water sports* including surfing* and scuba diving*. Keiki kids' club*. Guests are welcomed with a cool towel and Aloha lei at check in. Business centre. There is a free shuttle service to Waikiki with its shops, bars and restaurants. Valet or self-parking $32 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).
Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page
*Denotes local charge.
Please note: There's a $8 daily donation for the Koa Tree Planting Fund (payable locally, subject to change).
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Legendary and #1 in Honolulu, for good reasons
Dec 24, 2024boraromaLos Angeles, California
The Kahala remains the pinnacle of Honolulu resort experiences. It's difficult to convey, without directly experiencing it, how unique and beautiful this property is. Definitely an oasis of tranquility, the rooms and suites are wonderful, the beach is stunning and private, the (humanely treated) dolphins are spectacular, and the restaurants…
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The Kahala remains the pinnacle of Honolulu resort experiences. It's difficult to convey, without directly experiencing it, how unique and beautiful this property is. Definitely an oasis of tranquility, the rooms and suites are wonderful, the beach is stunning and private, the (humanely treated) dolphins are spectacular, and the restaurants world class amazing. Staff is second to none, and Director of Guest Relations, Flora, is stellar.
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In need of a renovation and upgrade to staff
Dec 21, 2024Heizenberg22
We came back hoping for a better experience then our trip last year. The issue is that the property is dated. The rooms are old, the bathrooms are not modern, and the furniture needs a refresh. They simply need to do a massive renovation to keep pace with the four seasons and other hotels. The other issue is that they don’t have enough staff by…
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We came back hoping for a better experience then our trip last year. The issue is that the property is dated. The rooms are old, the bathrooms are not modern, and the furniture needs a refresh. They simply need to do a massive renovation to keep pace with the four seasons and other hotels. The other issue is that they don’t have enough staff by the pool or at the beach, so plan on getting your own food and drinks, and beach chair service. They need a new management company and a total remodel. Sad as this is the best location and an iconic hotel.
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The Kahala Hotel from a Chicago family
Dec 17, 2024John SHomer Glen, Illinois
Impeccable service, friendliest people, wonderful restaurants(You will spend money on food if you are a foodie), views to die for, live music many nights, nice rooms, dolphins on grounds, and great location. And you do pay $50 per day for parking which is always an issue with me after paying so much for the rooms. Gym is included however which…
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Impeccable service, friendliest people, wonderful restaurants(You will spend money on food if you are a foodie), views to die for, live music many nights, nice rooms, dolphins on grounds, and great location. And you do pay $50 per day for parking which is always an issue with me after paying so much for the rooms. Gym is included however which is a nice benefit. That being said, you do pay for it all but as the old saying goes, you get what you pay for and we certainly built many wonderful memories.
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irthday Celbration
Dec 14, 2024RichC56Lacey, Washington
The staff was very friendly and helpful. My wife had fallen (not at the resort) and had a nasty bruise on her knee. The staff was gracious about bringing her ice to control the bruising and pain.
My only minor issue was that there were charges on our bill for "Carbon Credit.." When I asked the clerk about the charge, I was told it was a resort…
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The staff was very friendly and helpful. My wife had fallen (not at the resort) and had a nasty bruise on her knee. The staff was gracious about bringing her ice to control the bruising and pain.
My only minor issue was that there were charges on our bill for "Carbon Credit.." When I asked the clerk about the charge, I was told it was a resort fee. I mentioned to the clerk that your website stated that there were no resort fees. Upon returning home, I found that the cost was part of the resort's KISCA initiative, which I fully support. I only mention this so that you can change your website and provide training to your counter staff so that they can better explain the Carbo Credit charge if asked again.
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Lovely resort
Dec 11, 2024_dym126Manhattan Beach, California
What’s to say about this lovely piece of paradise in Honolulu?? We’ve been coming here for years now and on our annual vacation list. Everything is excellent from the room, amenities of the hotel, the exquisite and prompt service by the hotel staff and attention to detail. I’d rather be here on my birthday than any other hotel in Oahu or Hawaiian…
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What’s to say about this lovely piece of paradise in Honolulu?? We’ve been coming here for years now and on our annual vacation list. Everything is excellent from the room, amenities of the hotel, the exquisite and prompt service by the hotel staff and attention to detail. I’d rather be here on my birthday than any other hotel in Oahu or Hawaiian islands. We love the secluded and beautiful beach away from the hustle of Waikiki. The food and beverages reflect local and fresh ingredients which are prepared excellence in taste and presentation.
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Legendary and #1 in Honolulu, for good reasons
