Luxury Healing Hotels The Kahala Hotel and Resort
5000 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I first pulled up to The Kahala – it’s tucked away in this super residential neighborhood about 15 minutes from Waikiki, and you’d actually drive right past it if you weren’t looking for the subtle entrance. But man, once you’re through those gates, it’s like stepping into this completely different world. The lobby opens up to these gorgeous ocean views, and there’s this immediate sense of calm that hits you – probably because you can’t hear any of the Honolulu traffic anymore, just waves and maybe some soft Hawaiian music drifting from the bar area.
What really sets this place apart, and I mean this, is how it manages to feel both luxurious and genuinely Hawaiian at the same time. You know how some resort hotels feel like they could be anywhere tropical? Not here. The staff actually knows the island – like, our concierge grew up in Kailua and gave us the most incredible recommendations for hiking Diamond Head early morning (go at 7 AM, trust me) and this little poke spot on Kapahulu Avenue that locals actually eat at. The rooms are beautiful, sure, with those deep soaking tubs and lanais that face either the ocean or the mountains, but it’s the details that got me. Fresh plumeria in the bathroom every day, and the housekeeping team somehow always knew exactly when we’d left so we never had that awkward interruption thing. The dolphin lagoon is pretty special too – I was skeptical at first because it sounds gimmicky, but watching these dolphins play while you’re having your morning coffee is honestly magical. Just don’t expect to swim with them; it’s more of a conservation experience.
The location is actually perfect if you want that resort feeling without being stuck in the Waikiki bubble. Waialae Beach right out front is way quieter than the main tourist beaches, and parking is never an issue (which, if you’ve been to Oahu, you know is huge). The restaurants are legitimately good – Hoku’s does this incredible omakase dinner that’s worth the splurge, and the poolside service doesn’t make you feel like you’re paying resort prices for airport food. I will say, if you’re looking for nightlife or want to walk to tons of shops, you’ll need to Uber into town. But honestly? After a day exploring the island, coming back to this peaceful corner of Kahala Avenue and watching the sunset from their beach felt like exactly what a Hawaii vacation should be. The whole place just breathes this old-school elegance without being stuffy about it.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.4
Comfort: 9.5
Location: 9.3
Free WiFi: 8.8
Facilities: 9.1
Cleanliness: 9.4
Value for money: 8.0
Lior from Israel
The hotel lobby is gorgeous, the scent of the hotel is wow! We loved the restaurants and the hotel staff is one of the best.
Maximo from Brazil
Excellent location, comfort, staff friendliness. Amazing and beautiful place. Amazing breakfast.
Luke from United Kingdom
The resort is perfect. It is in a beautiful location, the rooms and hotel was spotlessly clean, and the staff are all incredible. Slightly further out of Waikiki which we were initially worried about, but there is a free shuttle which runs throughout the day. Direct access to a wonderful beach, and the pool area is also great.
John from United States
Iconic hotel, gorgeous beach, lovely view, world-class professional service.
Michael from United States
As a return visitor, I love the Kahala for its open and airy spaces, wonderful neighborhood, friendly and prompt service, and standout hotel bathroom.
Leona from United States
The Kahala is like and old friend,;warm, kind, and beautiful! She is environmentally conscious and sustainable. And...she has a dolphin lagoon!
Erwin from Germany
We had a larger and top floor room, that was great. We could even spot a turtle in the shallow water from there.
The Dolphin encounter was expensive but worth it.
Charles from China
Location
Maria from United States
PEOPLE extremely friendly and effecitient
Uchechukwu from Nigeria
The location was quite reserved and and well situated. The beach was long and beautiful. The rooms were clean with great view of the ocean. Kahala will easily inspire you to reconnect with nature.
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Shangri La: 2.9 km
- Fort DeRussy: 7 km
- Magic Island: 9 km
- Kapiolani Park: 5 km
- Honolulu Museum of Art: 9 km
- Laukahi Slope Mini Park: 4.7 km
- US Army Museum of Hawaii: 7 km
- Aina Koa Neighborhood Park: 2.5 km
- Waialae Iki Neighborhood Park: 3.6 km
- Honolulu Stadium / Old stadium park: 7 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Veranda: 4 m
- Restaurant Seaside Grill: 10 m
- Restaurant Arancino at the Kahala: 7 m
Top attractions:
- Lyon Arboretum: 11 km
- Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve: 12 km
- National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific: 11 km
Natural beauty:
- Lake Kuapa Pond: 11 km
- Waterfall Manoa Falls: 8 km
- Peak Diamond Head (217m): 5 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kahala Beach: 10 m
- Waialae Beach: 450 m
- Wailupe Beach: 4.1 km
- Kawaikui Beach: 5 km
- Ka'alawai Beach: 3.1 km
Closest airports:
- Molokai Airport: 71 km*
- Kalaupapa Airport: 82 km*
- Honolulu International Airport: 19 km
ROOMS
- Mountain View with 1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Lagoon View Room with 1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Suite with Partial Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Suite with Ocean Front View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean Front with 1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Beach Front Balcony with 1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Mountain View Balcony with 1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 double beds for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean View Balcony with 2 double beds, or and 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Ocean Front Balcony with 2 double beds, or and 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Tower Suite 2 Doubles with 2 × 2 double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Tower Suite 1 King with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Imperial Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Kahala Kai Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Kahala Beach Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
FACILITIES
View:
- View
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
General:
- Shuttle service
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
Wellness:
- Kids' pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- 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
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge
- Beach
- Tennis equipment Additional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club Additional charge
- Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
- Snorkelling Additional charge
- Cycling
- Hiking Off-site
- Canoeing Additional charge
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court Additional charge Off-site
Living Area:
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- English
- Japanese
- Korean
- Chinese
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
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Entertainment and family services:
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
2 swimming pools Pool 1 - outdoor Free! Pool 2 - outdoor (kids) Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Open all year
- Suitable for kids
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
- Swimming pool toys
- Pool/beach towels
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$55 per day.:
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 10 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
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
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
5000 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816, United States
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