Luxury Healing HotelsThe Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, Turtle Bay
The Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, Turtle Bay Overview
First Impressions
Honestly, when I first pulled up to The Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, Turtle Bay, I wasn’t expecting much — I mean, it’s tucked away on the North Shore, far from the typical Waikiki scene. But this five-star property completely changed my perspective on what luxury means in Hawaii. The moment you step into the lobby, there’s this immediate sense of calm that washes over you, like the ocean breeze has somehow been captured and woven into the very architecture of the place.
Location & Setting
You know what’s brilliant about this spot? It sits right on Turtle Bay, which is actually one of the most pristine stretches of coastline on the entire island. While everyone else is fighting crowds in Waikiki, you’re here watching sea turtles glide through crystal-clear waters just steps from your room. The North Shore vibe is completely different — it’s where locals actually go to unwind, and couples especially seem to get this (they’ve rated the location 9.5, which honestly doesn’t surprise me at all).
The Accommodations
I have to say, the beds here are something special — and I’m someone who usually struggles to sleep anywhere but home. There’s this perfect balance of firmness and softness that just cradles you after a long day of exploring. Each room feels like a private sanctuary with those floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the Pacific perfectly. The design is understated elegance — think natural materials and ocean-inspired colors that actually enhance the views rather than competing with them.
Dining & Amenities
The breakfast situation here is actually impressive — they’ve got everything from continental options to full American spreads, plus they’re really thoughtful about dietary restrictions with vegan and gluten-free choices. What I love is that you can grab breakfast to go if you want to catch sunrise at the nearby golf course (it’s less than two miles away and absolutely worth the early wake-up call). The spa treatments incorporate traditional Hawaiian healing practices, and there’s a tennis court if you’re feeling more active. Parking is right on-site, which saves you the headache of figuring out logistics.
Why Guests Love It
This place works because it understands that true luxury isn’t about flashy displays — it’s about creating space for genuine restoration. The 9.2 rating reflects what I experienced: impeccable service that feels personal rather than scripted, and an environment where you can actually disconnect from the chaos of daily life. Whether you’re watching the sunset paint the sky from your private lanai or simply listening to the waves from the restaurant terrace, there’s something deeply healing about this corner of Oahu that goes beyond typical resort experiences.
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Hotel Highlights
Reviews
Staff: 9.3
Comfort: 9.6
Location: 9.5
Facilities: 9.5
Cleanliness: 9.6
Value for money: 7.8
Lainie from Australia
room was incredible and the facilities are excellent. I wish I could have stayed longer.
Andrew from Australia
Great location as well as having great facilities, staff made us feel very welcome
Thomas from United States
Beautiful hotel with great service. everyone was very friendly and helpful. the only downside is the high price. The remodel has really taken the pmace a level up. The rooms are a bit small but that's just how this place was built originally. The service everwhere was very attentive, far better than the typical Ritz resort factory experience. This...
Leona from United States
I've been there several times and it is consistently very well done. Great gym with views of the ocean and surf riders!
Donna from Australia
Fabulous location and beautiful facilities
Vanessa from United Kingdom
Definitely the place for us to stay in Oahu. We looked at Waikiki and am so glad we chose to stay here. Two very different places but for us if you are going to the island we wanted to enjoy the natural beauty. The hotel has a great vibe and has lots to choose from. A number of different activities, great gym, lovely walks around the...
Roos from Netherlands
Great atmosphere and luxurious feeling. Views on the bay and ocean are epic, as is the pool area. All the details are right. Best breakfast buffet ever
Emma from Australia
Best resort we've ever stayed in!
Amazing staff, amazing room and views.
All the restaurant options served excellent food.
Heidi from Australia
Absolutely the most amazing location and place we have ever stayed at 🤍🤍🤍
T from Japan
There is a nice view from the room and a good location to access the North Shore.
Surroundings
What's nearby:
- Waimea Falls Park: 12 km
- Waialee Beach Park: 2.6 km
- La Ie Point State Wayside: 11 km
- Sunset Beach Support Park: 6 km
- North Shore in HaleIwa, Hawaii: 19 km
- Malaekahana State Recreation Area: 9 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Lei Lei's: 350 m
- Restaurant Arnold Palmer Course: 1.7 km
- Cafe/bar Oceans Brew Coffee and Art: 6 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Pu'Ukauweweole (245m): 8 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Ke Iki Beach: 7 km
- Sunset Beach: 6 km
- Turtle Beach: 50 m
- Kaihalulu Beach: 450 m
- Hanaka'ilio Beach: 5 km
Closest airports:
- Honolulu International Airport: 60 km
The Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, Turtle Bay Rooms
- King Room with Sofa Bed and Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Bungalow - Club Lounge Access for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Bungalow with Sofa Bed - Ground Floor for 2 adults, 1 child
- Queen Bungalow with Two Queen Beds and Sofa Bed - Ground Floor for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Suite with Sofa Bed and Balcony - Oceanfront for 2 adults, 1 child
- Standard Room - Club Lounge Access for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room - Club Lounge Access with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Partial Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Bungalow - Club Lounge Access for 2 adults, 1 child
- Premium King Room with Oceanfront - Top Floor with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Resort with King and Sofa Bed - Partial Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Resort with King and Sofa Bed - Low Floor with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Resort Queen Room with Partial Ocean View - Low Floor with 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room with Ocean View and Non-Private Sofa Bed with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Queen Room with Ocean View and Balcony with 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Premium Ocean Front King Room with Ocean Facing View with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Oceanfront Suite with Two Queen Beds with Sofa Bed and Lanai for 2 adults, 1 child
- Oceanfront Suite - Top Floor/Club Lounge Access for 2 adults, 1 child
- One-Bedroom Ali'i Suite - High Floor/Club Lounge Access for 2 adults, 1 child
- Resort Lanai, Guest room, 1 King, Sofa bed, Low floor, Lanai (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room with Ocean View and Sofa Bed - Mobility Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean Front Queen Suite with Sofa Bed - Mobility Accessible with Roll-In Shower for 2 adults, 1 child
- Queen Room with Ocean View and Balcony - Mobility Accessible with Tub with 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Premium King Room with Ocean Front Lanai - Top Floor/Mobility Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean Front Bungalow with One King Bed/Sofa Bed/Patio - Mobility Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room with Ocean View Lanai/Sofa Bed/Ocean View - Mobility Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean Front King Suite with Sofa Bed - Mobility Accessible with Roll-In Shower for 2 adults, 1 child
- Resort Lanai King Room with Sofa Bed - Low Floor/Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room with Sofa Bed and Ocean View - Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Lanai King Room with Sofa Bed and Ocean View - Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Lanai Queen Room with Ocean View - Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Tub with 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Premium Lanai King Room - Top Floor/Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean Front King Suite with Sofa Bed - Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean Front Queen Suite with Sofa Bed - Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 2 sofa beds and 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean Front King Bungalow with Sofa Bed and Patio - Mobility/Hearing Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Facilities
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Chapel/shrine
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Kids' pool
- Fitness classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Water slide
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Aerobics
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Beach
- Tennis equipment Additional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
- Snorkelling
- Horse riding Additional charge
- Diving
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Canoeing Additional charge
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Visual aids: Braille
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
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
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 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:
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$40 per day.:
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
4 swimming pools Pool 1 - outdoor Free! Pool 2 - outdoor (kids) Free! Pool 3 - outdoor Free! Pool 4 - outdoor Free!:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Opening times
- Open all year
- Suitable for kids
- Heated pool
- Water slide
- Opening times
- Open all year
- Adult only
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Infinity pool
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
House Rules at The Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, Turtle Bay
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 9 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 11:00
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.
The Ritz-Carlton O’ahu, Turtle Bay Location
57-091 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, HI 96731, United States
