The Kahala

Honolulu, Oahu

Virgin rating

Diamond Head Ocean View Room
Hoku's
Diamond Head Ocean View Room
Hoku's

The hotel

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent staff and great location

May 16, 2024 Bruno71i Strasburg, Ohio

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The location is easy to get to and is perfect for the weather and beach access. Most things are just a short drive away. However, some of the restaurants on site can be very busy - you might need a reservation before hand.
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May 15, 2024 Justin D

The staff is very friendly and very well presented. Housekeeping staff always makes sure guests have bottled water and chocolate in addition to keeping the room very clean. I got a nail in my tire the second day of my stay… Todd at valet directed me to a service station ran by a gentleman he knows who gave us a discount and expedited service upon… Read more
The staff is very friendly and very well presented. Housekeeping staff always makes sure guests have bottled water and chocolate in addition to keeping the room very clean. I got a nail in my tire the second day of my stay… Todd at valet directed me to a service station ran by a gentleman he knows who gave us a discount and expedited service upon dropping his name. The prices are definitely high, but the service exceeds the price point. Wonderful place. Read less
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May 14, 2024 George F

My wife and I had a wonderful stay at The Kahala in May of 2024. We certainly weren’t “important” guests, in the grand scheme of things, but the General Manager (Joe Ibarra) and the entire staff treated us as such anyway. In a hospitality industry that rarely seems all that hospitable these days, we felt welcomed and taken care of throughout our… Read more
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at The Kahala in May of 2024. We certainly weren’t “important” guests, in the grand scheme of things, but the General Manager (Joe Ibarra) and the entire staff treated us as such anyway. In a hospitality industry that rarely seems all that hospitable these days, we felt welcomed and taken care of throughout our stay. The room was fantastic (we had a combination of ocean and dolphin views right off our balcony)! The food was fantastic! The service was fantastic! If I were pressed to come up with a negative, I’d genuinely have to say there just wasn’t one to be found. Matthew was very kind to personally show us to our room upon check-in, and give us an overview of the property. The front desk explained how to handle parking and made sure our key card was programmed for quick access and departure from the garage. The Plumeria staff were welcoming and accommodating. The housekeeping staff took great care of us and our room each day without fail. Truly, my wife and I had a wonderful time during our stay at The Kahala. It made for a very memorable 20th anniversary celebration (and receiving a room upgrade to help us celebrate our anniversary was just icing on the cake)! If you ever have a chance to stay at The Kahala, I would highly recommend that you take it! Read less
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May 11, 2024 Anna K San Francisco, California

Our second time, six nights family vacation at the Kahala Resort. Excellent location away from crowded beaches. Amazing services. We want to acknowledge Edward from front desk team, Randy from
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May 10, 2024 RemonLindsey Rochester Hills, Michigan

This individual single handedly tipped off our baby/honeymoon to a phenomenal start and this is something we will never forget. We have traveled all over the place and stayed at several different types of hotels. However, everywhere from the greet, knowledge, explaining, directing and covering all “need to know” information was relayed so well, in… Read more
This individual single handedly tipped off our baby/honeymoon to a phenomenal start and this is something we will never forget. We have traveled all over the place and stayed at several different types of hotels. However, everywhere from the greet, knowledge, explaining, directing and covering all “need to know” information was relayed so well, in fact.. when and not if, but when we do return, Kahala is home. That is, thanks to Edward! Read less