Luxury Healing Hotels Halekulani
2199 Kalia Road, Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know how some hotels just feel different the moment you walk in? Halekulani is one of those places. I mean, Waikiki has no shortage of luxury resorts, but this one sits on Kalia Road like it’s been holding court over the beach for decades – which, honestly, it kind of has. The lobby doesn’t hit you over the head with marble and gold like some places do. Instead, there’s this understated elegance that feels more like stepping into someone’s incredibly well-appointed home, if that someone happened to have impeccable taste and a prime slice of beachfront.
What really gets me about Halekulani is how they’ve managed to create this bubble of tranquility literally steps from the chaos of Kalakaua Avenue. You’ll hear the gentle sounds of their courtyard and that famous orchid pool (seriously, it’s made with over a million glass tiles) instead of the usual Waikiki street noise. The staff actually remembers your name – not in that forced, corporate training way, but like they genuinely want to make sure your stay works out. And the beach access? Well, you’re basically getting a front-row seat to one of the better stretches of Waikiki Beach, without having to stake out your spot at dawn like you do at some of the busier hotels down the strip.
The rooms face either the ocean or the city, and honestly, both have their merits. Ocean-facing gives you those postcard Diamond Head views, but the city-side rooms are quieter and you get these incredible sunset glimpses between the buildings. The restaurant scene here is solid too – La Mer has been earning accolades for years, though I’ll warn you the dress code is actually enforced (learned that one the hard way). What I really appreciate is how they handle the small stuff. Valet parking isn’t the nightmare it can be at some Waikiki hotels, check-in is refreshingly smooth, and they’re not constantly trying to upsell you on activities you can book cheaper down the street. It’s expensive, sure – this is Waikiki luxury we’re talking about – but it’s the kind of place where you actually feel like you’re getting what you pay for instead of just paying for location and hype.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.5
Comfort: 9.7
Location: 9.6
Free WiFi: 8.8
Facilities: 9.5
Cleanliness: 9.6
Value for money: 8.0
Xiomara from Dominican Republic
Its excellent service, its friendly staff, its delicious and well-presented dishes and the perfect location of this hotel made our mother-daughter trip an unforgettable experience.
Lichtman from United States
Location great. Well within walking distance of all things Waikiki. Great food at restaurants excellent service.
Jason from United States
Calming areas.
Iloilo from United States
Everything was PERFECT! Truly mind blown over the whole experience. We will definitely be back.
Kohei from Japan
Excellent
Rhonda from Canada
Staff are amazing and very friendly. The pool and the private beach are also wonderful.
Khalmenova from United States
Vibr
Makoto from Japan
Good view of the ocean.
Tasty breakfast.
Cheryl%20forst%20 from United States
5 star treatment .
Pool
Restaurant :orchids
Glen from United States
The location and all of the amenities were terrific.
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Kuhiobeach: 1.1 km
- Fort DeRussy: 300 m
- Magic Island: 2.5 km
- Kapiolani Park: 2.9 km
- Kuhio Mini Park: 1.3 km
- Fort Derussy Beach Park: 100 m
- US Army Museum of Hawaii: 250 m
- Ala Wai Neighborhood Park: 2.2 km
- Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Beach Park: 950 m
- Honolulu Stadium / Old stadium park: 2.5 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Il Lupino: 20 m
- Cafe/bar Cattleya Wine Bar: 2 m
- Restaurant Edge of Waikiki: 10 m
Top attractions:
- Shangri La: 5 km
- Bishop Museum: 8 km
- Iolani Palace: 5 km
- Lyon Arboretum: 8 km
- Honolulu Museum of Art: 4 km
- Foster Botanical Garden: 6 km
- National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific: 6 km
Natural beauty:
- Waterfall Manoa Falls: 3.9 km
- Peak Diamond Head (217m): 4 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kuhio Beach: 1.1 km
- Waikiki Beach: 500 m
- Kahanamoku Beach: 950 m
- Fort DeRussy Beach: 40 m
- Queen's Surf Beach: 1.5 km
Closest airports:
- Molokai Airport: 77 km*
- Kalaupapa Airport: 88 km*
- Honolulu International Airport: 13 km
ROOMS
- Ocean View King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Oceanfront King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Garden Courtyard King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Partial Ocean View King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Diamond Head Oceanfront King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean Junior Suite King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Poolside Suite King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean Suite King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Diamond Head Suite King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Diamond Head Oceanfront Prime King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Garden Courtyard Twins with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
- Diamond Head Prime Suite King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Pool View King Accessible Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean Junior Suite Twins with 2 × 2 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Diamond Head Junior Suite King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Garden Junior Suite King with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Diamond Head Suite Twins with 2 × 2 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean Suite Twins with 2 × 2 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Sunset Suite King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Partial Ocean View Twins with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
- Ocean View Twins with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
- Oceanfront Twins with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
- Diamond Head Oceanfront Twins with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
- Diamond Head Oceanfront Prime Twins with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 1 child
- Suite with 2 single beds for 3 adults, 2 children
FACILITIES
General:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Minimarket on site
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
Activities:
- Aerobics
- Live music/performance Additional charge
- Tour or class about local culture
- Temporary art galleries
- Beach
- Evening entertainment Additional charge
- Snorkelling Additional charge Off-site
- Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Visual aids: Tactile signs
- Visual aids: Braille
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Filipino
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- 7 restaurants
- Parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Entertainment and family services:
- Strollers
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$68 per day.:
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Groups:
- When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 15:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
2199 Kalia Road, Waikiki, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States
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