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The Kahala Hotel & Resort

User score 4.7 out of 5 See all reviews
5000 Kahala Avenue,Honolulu, HI 96816-5498
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Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1202
Local currency: USD

The Kahala Hotel & Resort is Hawaii's reigning luxury resort, set on a secluded beach just ten minutes from the world class shopping and entertainment of Waikiki. This legendary hideaway resort in Honolulu's plush Kahala district is a favorite with presidents, international royalty and celebrities. From the moment you arrive, you will know that you are truly somewhere special. This luxurious oceanfront resort features 338 rooms and suites, five stylish restaurants and a world-class spa. Visit the leisure facilities, Fitness Center, lush tropical gardens and the private lagoon with their own resident dolphins. The Hotels 26,000 square foot natural lagoon is home to six Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins. The Dolphin Quest trainers offer daily education programs where guests can experience these animals up-close, and understand what makes them unique. At the Kahala Hotel & Resort you have the chance to have face-to-face, in-water contact with these intelligent and most fascinating creatures. The encounter gives guests an unforgettable glimpse into the lives of dolphins in an enchanted environment that blends fun, inspiration and education. As Hawaii's most luxurious and secluded beachfront hotel & resort, the tradition of impeccable service will make your vacation at the Kahala Hotel & Resort memorable in every way. The Kahala Hotel & Resort is renowned throughout the islands for the sheer opulence of its rooms and suites for the innovation of its restaurants and the grandeur of its facilities. Whether you are visiting for business or pleasure, you'll find that its their dedication to discreet and thoughtful service that sets them apart. The 2006 Conde Nast Reader's Choice Awards recently named The Kahala Hotel & Resort the top resort on Oahu. 'Staff are polished, and with a warmth that's rare. Gold List, Conde Nast Traveler 2006.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1202
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Jan 2, check-out Jan 4

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.7 out of 5

(23 reviews)

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Hotel address: 5000 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI  96816-5498  

 
 

Area served

Honolulu, Waikiki

Area airports

HNL - Honolulu International Airport

Description

Set on a secluded beach just ten minutes from the world class shopping and entertainment of Waikiki. This legendary hideaway resort is in Honolulu's plush Kahala district.

Amenities

  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Wireless internet
  • Pets OK
  • Spa services
  • Fitness room
  • Internet Access
  • Handicapped rooms/facilities
  • Concierge
  • Business center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Conference Facilities
  • Health Club
  • Pool
  • High Speed Internet

Dining

The Veranda

Relax in the romantic ambiance of old Hawaii. A perfect meeting place for afternoon tea or cocktails with live jazz entertainment. Designed in the tradition of a classic plantation home, The Veranda is a taste of old Hawaii. The comfortable lounge overlooks the Dolphin Lagoon with a choice of both indoor and al fresco seating amid the lush, tropical décor. Large, upholstered chairs are perfect for lingering over a cocktail or just escaping with a good book, as palm leaf motifs and island-inspired furnishings transport you to a tropical oasis. Afternoon tea is a tradition, after a long day spent sunning, swimming and exploring. In addition to an assortment of 13 hand-blended Hawaiian teas, we serve homemade scones with clotted cream and preserves, pastries and other confectionery. But at night the ambience changes as our live jazz band take to the stage and The Veranda’s intimate dance floor becomes a popular choice for a sophisticated evening.

Hoku's

Hoku's at The Kahala Hotel & Resort is heralded for its innovative fusion fare which melds Hawaiian, Asian and European flavors. Consistently ranked as one of Hawaii's best restaurants, Hoku's recently underwent a makeover and unveiled a new menu. With a twist on contemporary Island cuisine, Hoku's returns to the basics and revamps the classics. The menu has been expanded to include an exotic variety of new dishes, such as Slow Braised Kahuku Pork Belly, Pancetta Crusted Onaga, and Salt Crusted Rack of Wisconsin Lamb, served tableside. The cuisine is fresh, light, and innovative. Ingredients are a mix of fresh locally grown produce and imports from abroad. Hoku's has a breathtaking beachside setting with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from every table in the multi-level dining room. Also competing for guest's attention is the open kitchen featuring fiery hot woks, a kiawe wood grill, and tandoori and wood-burning ovens.

Plumeria Beach House

On the edge of the white sands of Kahala, the oceanside Plumeria Beach House is our open-air, all day dining restaurant. Guests will enjoy Hawaii's beautiful sunshine and stunning coastal view at the Plumeria Beach House. The restaurant is bathed in warm, natural earth tones reminiscent of a comfortable island home, with indoor and outdoor terraces taking full advantage of breezy trade winds. It's an ideal choice for casual dining, quiet meetings and cocktails at sunset, like our famous Mai Tai and specialties like Mango Madness or the popular Lava Flow. In keeping with the restaurant's promise of keeping things fresh, the dishes are updated seasonally. The expanded a la carte menu features new items such as Watermelon and Red Onion Salad, Chilled Hawaiian Seafood and Kiawe Grilled Tomato Bisque and BBQ Kurobuta Pork Chop with Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Hawaiian Long Beans and Pineapple-Mango Salsa.

Tokyo-Tokyo

The ambiance of Tokyo-Tokyo symbolizes peace and harmony, while the menu seamlessly blends global inspirations with Japanese traditions. Tokyo-Tokyo at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Hawaii selects the highest quality ingredients in their dishes such as Koshihikari rice produced in Uonuma, Japan, natural unprocessed salt from Izu Oshima, organic soy sauce aged to perfection in special Japanese cedar barrels from Izu Oshima, organically grown garden fresh produce from Oahu, Hawaii, exquisite seafood air flown from the fish markets of Tsukiji, Fukuoka and Boston and platinum grade Kobe beef from Oregon. With these fine ingredients, our master chefs from Japan creates unforgettable dishes blending traditional and modern Japanese cuisine.

Seaside Grill

With a direct view of the Pacific Ocean, Seaside Grill is perfect for lunch after a relaxing morning at the pool, a swim with the Dolphins, beach activities or a shopping excursion to Waikiki. Lunch is served at beachside tables, with views of the ocean and beach activity. Menus include fresh bounty from local waters, sandwiches and salads, hamburgers and delectable desserts, all served with refreshing drinks from the poolside bar. Seaside Grill is available in the evening for private functions and special celebrations.

Meeting facilities

There are venues. And then there's The Kahala Hotel & Resort. Whatever the event you have in mind, you can rest assured that when you plan your meeting or conference here, every detail will be flawlessly executed. The Kahala Hotel & Resort is the ideal venue for board meetings, incentive groups and conferences. And as with everything about a stay here, you can depend on us to make it run as smoothly as possible. There is a fully equipped Business Center on site, with a range of first class facilities which are at your service. Facilities include: Secretarial services Photocopies Facsimile services Cellular phone and fax machine rentals Internet services Conference facilities Computer workstations Mail and postage facilities

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Ocean View

Ocean View rooms are amongst the most spectacular in the islands with a setting overlooking the mesmerizing blue of the Pacific Ocean. Rooms are newly decorated in Kahala Chic style with light Island colors and luxurious refinements. These rooms feature a Sealy Stearns Foster memory foam pillow top bed with custom designed goose down duvets and Egyptian combed cotton Frette linen. All rooms have an over-sized bathroom with dual wardrobe closets, two separate vanity areas, a glass shower and deep-soaking bathtub, with Floris of London luxury bath amenities, Frette towels, as well as plush chenille bathrobes and slippers, refrigerator and personal bar, 40-inch flat screen LCD TV with remote control, in-room movies, two-line telephone, clock/radio/CD with MP3 player connection, one-cup coffee and tea maker, in-room safe, hair dryer, make-up mirror, air conditioning and a tropical ceiling fan. There is a working desk with lamp, desk level outlets and wireless high speed internet access.

Ocean View Lanai

Ocean View Lanai rooms are amongst the most spectacular in the islands with a setting overlooking the mesmerizing blue of the Pacific Ocean. Overly spacious rooms feature large balconies, inviting lounge furniture and floor to ceiling windows. These rooms feature a memory foam pillow top king bed or two double beds with custom designed goose down duvets and Egyptian combed cotton Frette linen. All rooms have an over-sized bathroom with dual wardrobe closets, two separate vanity areas, a glass shower and deep-soaking bathtub, with Floris of London luxury bath amenities, Frette towels, as well as plush chenille bathrobes and slippers, refrigerator and personal bar, 40-inch flat screen LCD TV, in-room movies, two-line telephone, clock/radio/CD with MP3 player connection, one-cup coffee and tea maker, in-room safe, hair dryer, make-up mirror, air conditioning and a tropical ceiling fan. There is a working desk with lamp, desk level outlets and wireless high speed internet access.

Scenic

The Kahala Scenic rooms are unique with their panoramic vistas of the lush Ko'olau Mountains and the serene setting of Waialae greens. Spacious rooms and bathrooms have been remodeled in light tropical Kahala Chic pastel tones with a luxury residential feel. Scenic rooms feature a Sealy Stearns Foster memory foam pillow top king bed with a custom designed goose down duvet and Egyptian combed cotton Frette linen. It has a luxurious bathroom with a bathtub/shower combination, a wardrobe closet, a vanity sink area, Floris of London luxury bath amenities, Frette towels, as well as plush chenille bathrobes and slippers, refrigerator and personal bar, 40-inch flat screen LCD TV with remote control, in-room movies, wireless high speed internet access, two-line telephone, clock/radio/CD with MP3 player connection, one-cup coffee and tea maker, in-room safe, hair dryer, make-up mirror, air conditioning and a tropical ceiling fan. Services include daily newspaper and nightly turndown service.

Mountain Lanai

The Mountain Lanai rooms have expansive balconies with panoramic vistas of the lush Ko'olau Mountains and the serene setting of the Waialae greens. They feature a Sealy Stearns Foster memory foam pillow top king bed or two double beds with custom designed goose down duvets and Egyptian combed cotton Frette linen. It has an over-sized bathroom with dual wardrobe closets, two separate vanity areas, a glass shower and deep-soaking bathtub, with Floris of London luxury bath amenities, Frette towels, as well as plush chenille bathrobes and slippers, refrigerator and personal bar, 40-inch flat screen LCD TV with remote control, in-room movies, two-line telephone, clock/radio/CD with MP3 player connection, one-cup coffee and tea maker, in-room safe, hair dryer, make-up mirror, air conditioning and a tropical ceiling fan. There is a working desk with lamp, desk level outlets and wireless high speed internet access.

Garden

Garden rooms face the greens of the exclusive Waialae Golf Course. These rooms are spacious with furnishings in classic Kahala Chic style and floor to ceiling windows and feature a relaxing king bed or two double beds with custom designed goose down duvets and Egyptian combed cotton Frette linen. All rooms have an over-sized bathroom with dual wardrobe closets, two separate vanity areas, a glass shower and deep-soaking bathtub, with Floris of London luxury bath amenities, Frette towels, as well as plush chenille bathrobes and slippers, remote control TV, in-room movies, two-line telephone, clock/radio/CD player, one-cup coffee and tea maker, in-room safe, hair dryer, make-up mirror and air conditioning. There is a working desk with lamp and high speed internet access. Services include daily newspaper and nightly turndown service. The Garden room averages approximately 550 square feet.

Dolphin Lanai

Dolphin Lanai rooms are located in the two-story Dolphin Lagoon Wing and overlook the home of our playful resident Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins. These rooms open onto a lanai or outdoor patio with floor to ceiling windows. They feature a relaxing king bed or two double beds with custom designed goose down duvets and Egyptian combed cotton Frette linen. All rooms have an over-sized bathroom with dual wardrobe closets, two separate vanity areas, a glass shower and deep-soaking bathtub, with Floris of London luxury bath amenities, Frette towels, as well as plush chenille bathrobes and slippers, remote control TV, in-room movies, two-line telephone, clock/radio/CD player, one-cup coffee and tea maker, in-room safe, hair dryer, and make-up mirror and air conditioning. There is a working desk with lamp and high speed internet access. Services include daily newspaper and nightly turndown service. The Dolphin Lanai room averages approximately 550 square feet.

1 Bedroom Suites

These beautiful suites feature 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds, and only guests who have chosen 1 bedroom suites receive the following special amenities: Limo - round trip limo pick-up & drop off to the airport VIP - Greeting upon arrival Concierge - escort by suite concierge Personalized stationary Packing & unpacking services Complimentary pressing upon arrival; Morning coffee with newspaper; Late afternoon cocktail service with pupus; Nightly VIP turndown.

Mountain

Mountain rooms are unique with their panoramic vistas of the lush Ko'olau Mountains and the serene setting of Waialae greens. Mountain rooms feature a Sealy Stearns Foster memory foam pillow top king bed or two double beds, with a custom designed goose down duvet and Egyptian combed cotton Frette linen. It has an over-sized bathroom with dual wardrobe closets, two separate vanity areas, a glass shower and deep-soaking bathtub, with Floris of London luxury bath amenities, Frette towels, as well as plush chenille bathrobes and slippers, refrigerator and personal bar, 40-inch flat screen LCD TV with remote control, in-room movies, two-line telephone, clock/radio/CD with MP3 player connection, one-cup coffee and tea maker, in-room safe, hair dryer, make-up mirror, air conditioning and a tropical ceiling fan. There is a working desk with lamp, desk level outlets and wireless high speed internet access. Services include daily newspaper and nightly turndown service.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1202
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Jan 2, check-out Jan 4

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.7 out of 5

(23 reviews)

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5 out of 5

Quick tip

Absolutely beautiful!

Jimlu Nov 3, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We went to the Kahala Hotel in Hawaii for our son's wedding. He got married on the beach. It was absolutely spectacular and ... a beautiful place to be married. The hotel staff was first-rate. They were helpful in giving directions - we went to Pearl Harbor and the Diamond Head Crater. They were also very helpful in recommending places to eat in Waikiki. The location of the hotel was perfect and the staff was very friendly, courteous and helpful. The Kahala is definitely a hotel we would love to stay at again. We highly recommend it. Our room was magnificent. We had a large terrace that overlooked the golf course and the mountains with a partial view of the ocean.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Drive

Hotel restaurant by the water.


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Score

4 out of 5

Disappoionted

old timer Sep 10, 2009

I had stayed at the hotel several times over the years and saddened by the gradual decline of a great hotel .Despite the ... recent renovation ,the bed was too soft and the pillows are not supportive.The only attraction that make me returning to this hotel has been early morning beach walk.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
1
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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5 out of 5

Quick tip

Great stay!

AznHuxtables Jul 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The Kahala is the best place to stay on Oahu island. Worth spending the big bucks to stay here if you are looking for ... excellent service and amenities.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Waikiki is only a short drive away, or you can take the courtesy hotel shuttle roundtrip.


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Quick tips from our users

Dining tip, Short Drive

Hotel restaurant by the water.

--Jimlu, Mount Vernon, NY Nov 3, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Waikiki is only a short drive away, or you can take the courtesy hotel shuttle roundtrip.

--AznHuxtables, Houston, Texas Jul 19, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Al Moana shopping center and the hotel even has a shuttle service which is very effecient

--satisfied customer, glendale california Jun 30, 2009

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

4.7 out of 5

(23 reviews)

Hotel reviews: About the scores

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5 out of 5

Quick tip

Absolutely beautiful!

Jimlu Nov 3, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We went to the Kahala Hotel in Hawaii for our son's wedding. He got married on the beach. It was absolutely spectacular and ... a beautiful place to be married. The hotel staff was first-rate. They were helpful in giving directions - we went to Pearl Harbor and the Diamond Head Crater. They were also very helpful in recommending places to eat in Waikiki. The location of the hotel was perfect and the staff was very friendly, courteous and helpful. The Kahala is definitely a hotel we would love to stay at again. We highly recommend it. Our room was magnificent. We had a large terrace that overlooked the golf course and the mountains with a partial view of the ocean.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Drive

Hotel restaurant by the water.


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Score

4 out of 5

Disappoionted

old timer Sep 10, 2009

I had stayed at the hotel several times over the years and saddened by the gradual decline of a great hotel .Despite the ... recent renovation ,the bed was too soft and the pillows are not supportive.The only attraction that make me returning to this hotel has been early morning beach walk.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
1
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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5 out of 5

Quick tip

Great stay!

AznHuxtables Jul 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The Kahala is the best place to stay on Oahu island. Worth spending the big bucks to stay here if you are looking for ... excellent service and amenities.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Waikiki is only a short drive away, or you can take the courtesy hotel shuttle roundtrip.


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Score

5 out of 5

Fantastic family getaway

Raine Koo spoiled princess Jul 1, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We had a wonderful time. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, recommended hiking sites. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Family


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5 out of 5

Quick tip

great place i would come again any time

satisfied customer Jun 30, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

we had the best experience ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Al Moana shopping center and the hotel even has a shuttle service which is very effecient


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

paradise within paradise

vivianc Jun 27, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The staff were all very friendly and very helpful. Spent the first day at the resort, tanned and walked around the beach. The ... view was absolutely amazing. Loved the rooms, very spacious, especially the bathrooms because there are two sinks with mirrors, and two closets, one on each side. The beds were also very very comfortable. The breakfast was amazing, though we didn't try to Tokyo Tokyo restaurant that is supposed to be very good. The only downside is that there was a charge for a lot of things. There were no complimentary parking or complimentary internet, parking is a little expensive, but the internet charges were somewhat reasonable. The hotel had their own dolphins, so one of the activities was that you get to swim with the dolphins, definitely a bonus if you're travelling with kids. The view was lovely, a short walk to the beach and much less crowded than Wakiki. The advantage to that is that the hotel is away from the business of downtown wakiki, but then again, it also means that it takes a while for you to get anywhere central. overall a very very good experience. it's perfect for older couples as well as families. perfect for newly weds too!!!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family

Money savers tip, Short Walk

if you rent, park at the park nearby instead of at the hotel, you park for free at the park, whereas if you parked at the hotel, it's 25 dollars per night!


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Paradise in paradise

Hot Mom May 31, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We enjoyed the beach, the pool and veranda especially. The dolphins were a great pleasure to watch. The staff were very ... friendly and helpful. It was very peaceful and beautiful. I am glad we stayed here.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family

Dining tip, Short Drive

Stay away from tourist areas and check out local restaurants, markets, and the farmers market near community college was fabulous.


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Score

3 out of 5

Quick tip

overrated

joe May 27, 2009

it was a nice resort and had a nice pool and beach front, but nothing amazing for the price. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
2
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip, In Hotel

use the complimentary bicycles


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Excellent Hotel

Bbgirl505 May 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The location of the hotel is away from the Waikiki strip. If you like quietness, this is the hotel for you. It is not crowded ... on the beach, which I liked the most. The rooms are very nice and if you forgot to bring your toothbrush, shaver, etc. they have it in the room. When we arrived at the hotel, they greeted us with a lei and a cool minty towelette to wipe our hands and face. They helped with our luggage and valet our car (a bit pricey to valet or self park a car). Our rooms were ready for us but we had to stop by the front desk to register. That's when we found out that there was a small mistake with the rooms. They gave us 2 rooms with 2 double size beds when we wanted 1 room with a king size bed and the other room with 2 double size beds. It was no biggie. People make mistakes. The supervisor came by to help us out. She worked her magic and gave us an upgrade to a mountain view room and a partial ocean view room. Besides the small mistake with the rooms, this is an excellent hotel. The staffs are super nice and friendly. They greet us when we leave for the day and greet us when we come back for the night. They asked if we need directions to anywhere or beach towels if we are heading out to the beach.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family

Shopping tip, Short Drive

The Kahala Mall is about 5 minutes away, if you want to grab a quick lunch or do some shopping.


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Excellent off the beaten path choice

slmiller79 May 18, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The Kahala was the best hotel I ever stayed at and the experience we had at the hotel resulted in Hawaii being my favorite ... vacation I've ever taken. The staff was exceptional as we found everyone to be helpful and responsive to our needs. I would rate it a 4 1/2 because we spent 3 days at the pool when construction with a jackhammer was going on and the element of noise did make our stay on the beach and at the pool less enjoyable for those days. One other note for couples. If you are looking to avoid kids this is probably not the place for you. I was surprised by the number of children at the hotel. There were quite a few at all times.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, Short Drive

There is quaint French restaurant near the hotel named Le Bistro that I highly recommend trying.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

quiet, gorgeous

Trent Sep 24, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

this hotel was absolutely perfect for me and my travel partner. it was pristine, and very beautiful. i can't remember when ... i've been as impressed by a hotel staff, they were unbelieveable. our mountainview room on the tenth floor also had a view of the ocean and haname bay. the room and the entire property was freshly renovated to perfection, but not overdone or stuffy. our bathroom was very large with two sinks, a tub and a shower. the balcony was very nice, also, and we could see the dolphin pool below us. the beach was more like a lakeshore, no real crashing waves. if you like walking on the sand, you can walk for about half an hour one way along a beautiful, quiet residential neighborhood. architecture buffs will love the 1960s building by a somewhat famous architect. this is not a huge resort where you are walking forever from room to pool, to car, ect. it is basically on tower with a wing of rooms over the dolphin pool. all of our meals were very good.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

skip waikiki and stay in kahala. it is so much nicer and close to all the attractions of the northshore(snorkeling, beaches,ect), plus if you want shopping, you are only about 10 minutes from the city.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

peaceful , tranquil, all together great

Dave Jul 28, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

the hotel was a great experiance for the both of us. i wish i could take the bed home that was in the room. seeing the ... dolpins every day was amazing. for anyone looking for a good time with or with out family you need 2 spend time at the kahala on owahu.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Dining tip, In Hotel

there are three restaurants in the hotel and offer a bit of everything to taste. the resaurants on the oceans front had food and a veiw to die for.


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Score

4 out of 5

Quick tip

Great service

Miguel Angel Jun 17, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The service was good in general but I got a problem with the key of my apartment that almost made a change in my plans and I ... expected some kind of compensation to spend 4 hours waiting to get my door opened.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, Short Walk

Some shops in the hotel are OK.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Must Stay

Priscilla May 2, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

This hotel has to be the best hotle I have ever stayed in. The rooms were great, there was three fabulous restraunts on ... site. The house keeping staff did a spectacular job and everyone was very friendly and it was close enough to Wikiki beach to go there ad far enough away to enjoy the beauty of Hawaii.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Nightlife tip, Short Drive

Rent a car it is easy to get around and you can do so much without having to be in the bustle of Wikiki all the time.


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Score

5 out of 5

Luxurious Stay!

Mary Apr 10, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

Upon arrival, we were told that we had been upgraded twice! Our room was lovely and spacious. The concierge staff were ... friendly and helpful. The lobby area was quite spectacular and we enjoyed high tea in the dining area. The dolphin encounter was a unique attraction at the hotel. The pool was nice and the beach area was private. The food prices were outrageous. Try Zippy's coffee shop where the locals dine as an affordable alternative. Although the hotel is away from the hustle and bustle of the big Oahu hotels, it is close enough to the action if you have a car. Would recommend to anyone who wants to go away and experience a little slice of heaven!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

very friendly & caring to guests

Laronda Mar 30, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Kahala Resort was very clean all around service. They make sure your room is very neat,clean twice daily. I like that ... because i'm a very clean person & I like everything nice and clean always. The staff is very helpful with anything you need in your room or outside the hotel. The room was very serene ,i enjoyed the cd's that were being played every time are room was cleaned up. I really felt calm & soothing everyday.The location was very nice not really too crowded at the oceanfront. Our room was very spectacular during our stay.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Shopping,dining,with a short drive. restaurants are in hotel resort among other services.


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Great Location

Thomas Jan 28, 2008

Would recommend to a friend!

The Kahala is a very nice place to stay. It is close to all tourist destinations on Ohau. The rooms are spacious and the ... beds are very comfortable. The breakfast buffet is the best we have ever had. There are dolphins, sea turtles and tropical fish right next to the pool. We got great pictures of them. We rented a car during our stay and the parking at the Kahala isn't free. We did take advantage of the Kahala Spa and the messages are great. My wife loved the Salon and they did a great pedicure and manicure. All Kahala staff were very nice and would always say hello. We would deffinately recommend the Kahala to our friends. Next time we are bringing the kids. There is so much that the Kahala does for children as far as activities and accomidations.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Business

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Go to the International Market Place and the Swap Meet at Aloha Stadium for the best deals on souvineers.


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Score

5 out of 5

Luxarious

Farid Sep 28, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

The Kahala resort was a great place for vacation. The beach by the hotel is outstanding and was not crowded. I enjoyed having ... breakfast daily very close to the water. The staff was great and the hotel clean and well kept. I would strongly recommend this hotel to others.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Exellent overall

manasi Sep 18, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

The rooms at Kahala are large,very comfortable and nicely decorated.best part was Two wlkin closets,two sinks,large ... Tub!!Staff was exellent in every way,organizing out excertions as well.They have beautiful beach which is hardly ever croweded as there are only 300 rooms in there.Food was good but breakfast was the best thing on seasiderestarent.Dolphines on site is added sttrsction.It is pricey,but if you want a wounderful vacation without crowds and congestion of Honolulu,this is your place.Wiakiki is only few mimutes away.Will highly recomend it!!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Business

Shopping tip, Short Drive

there is a shuttle to waikiki,and shopping nearby.Food opyions are great on site


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Score

5 out of 5

Quick tip

Great Service, Great Views!

lyle Jul 27, 2007

Would recommend to a friend!

I departed for Hawaii a bit uneasy about what kind of accomodations were waiting for us. We were very pleasantly surprised! ... The generous room upgrade at check-in meant we had a beautiful view of the mountains over a lovely golf-course, and a partial ocean view to our right. The room was clean and spacious, as well as tastefully decorated. This is NOT a new hotel, and is quite a large complex; upgrading and maintenance is ongoing. It should be said, however, that the service is impeccable! The dolphin lagoon on the property and the beach front make this a very family-friendly hotel, but couples and business travels would find it more than comfortable! It is pricey...especially the restaurant. We saw menus online prior to travel, so were prepared. If I were planning again, I make the same choice!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions tip, In Hotel

Swim with the dolphins! Dolphin Quest has 6 dolphins a a well-maintained logoon right on the property. Tropical fish and sea turtles share the water, making for some pleasant, calming strolls through the courtyard.


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Dining tip, Short Drive

Hotel restaurant by the water.

--Jimlu, Mount Vernon, NY Nov 3, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Waikiki is only a short drive away, or you can take the courtesy hotel shuttle roundtrip.

--AznHuxtables, Houston, Texas Jul 19, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Al Moana shopping center and the hotel even has a shuttle service which is very effecient

--satisfied customer, glendale california Jun 30, 2009

Money savers tip, Short Walk

if you rent, park at the park nearby instead of at the hotel, you park for free at the park, whereas if you parked at the hotel, it's 25 dollars per night!

--vivianc, los angeles, ca Jun 27, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

Stay away from tourist areas and check out local restaurants, markets, and the farmers market near community college was fabulous.

--Hot Mom, Columbia, MO May 31, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, In Hotel

use the complimentary bicycles

--joe, san francisco May 27, 2009

Shopping tip, Short Drive

The Kahala Mall is about 5 minutes away, if you want to grab a quick lunch or do some shopping.

--Bbgirl505, San Gabriel, CA May 24, 2009

Dining tip, Short Drive

There is quaint French restaurant near the hotel named Le Bistro that I highly recommend trying.

--slmiller79, Pittsburgh, PA May 18, 2009

Recreation/Attractions tip, Short Drive

skip waikiki and stay in kahala. it is so much nicer and close to all the attractions of the northshore(snorkeling, beaches,ect), plus if you want shopping, you are only about 10 minutes from the city.

--Trent, Los Angeles Sep 24, 2008

Dining tip, In Hotel

there are three restaurants in the hotel and offer a bit of everything to taste. the resaurants on the oceans front had food and a veiw to die for.

--Dave, Palos Heights, * Jul 28, 2008

Shopping tip, Short Walk

Some shops in the hotel are OK.

--Miguel Angel, Laredo Jun 17, 2008

Nightlife tip, Short Drive

Rent a car it is easy to get around and you can do so much without having to be in the bustle of Wikiki all the time.

--Priscilla, Albuquerque, NM May 2, 2008

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Shopping,dining,with a short drive. restaurants are in hotel resort among other services.

--Laronda, Los Angeles, CA Mar 30, 2008

Shopping tip, Short Drive

Go to the International Market Place and the Swap Meet at Aloha Stadium for the best deals on souvineers.

--Thomas, Phoenix, AZ Jan 28, 2008

Shopping tip, Short Drive

there is a shuttle to waikiki,and shopping nearby.Food opyions are great on site

--manasi, Des Moines, IA Sep 18, 2007

Recreation/Attractions tip, In Hotel

Swim with the dolphins! Dolphin Quest has 6 dolphins a a well-maintained logoon right on the property. Tropical fish and sea turtles share the water, making for some pleasant, calming strolls through the courtyard.

--lyle, Philadelphia, PA Jul 27, 2007

Nightlife tip, Short Drive

Everything is just a short drive away. Make sure you eat the breakfast buffet.

--TOM, Dallas, TX Jun 21, 2007

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