We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Honolulu, USA. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated February 2024.
Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Nice interior design. Situated on beach in Honolulu, this luxury resort boasts 4 restaurants and a full-service spa. A free shuttle to Ala Moana Shopping Centre is provided. A 40-inch flat-screen TV and iPod docking station are featured in each Hotel Kahala room. Most boast a large bathroom with robes, a deep-soaking tub and separate shower. Every elegant room is decorated in warm colors. On-site activities include culture and wellness classes. Free access to the outdoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness centre and saunas is provided to all guests. Kahala Spa features 10 private treatment rooms, massages and beauty services, and an open-air relaxation space. Dining options include Plumeria Beach House, an all day open air restaurant, the award-winning Hoku's fine dining restaurant, and the Seaside Grill for causal fair by the pool and beach, The Veranda for afternoon tea, cocktails and Arancino for Italian. The Veranda features live music. The Honolulu Zoo is 6 km from this oceanfront resort and Honolulu International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
The hotel is set on beautiful grounds, ocean front with direct access to a dreamy beach. Based on my research this is one of the most beautiful, relaxing and unique resorts in Honolulu! So NICE!
Highly elegant. Historic. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Located on Waikiki Beach overlooking Diamond Head, the Halekulani hotel boasts 3 restaurants, a live jazz lounge, and a day spa. A spacious lanai is provided in each guest room. All guest rooms include a luxurious en suite bathroom with plush bathrobes, premium toiletries, marble vanities, deep soaking tub and a separate glassed-in shower. Free WiFI is available throughout the property. A fresh fruit bowl and signature chocolates welcome guests in each room at Halekulani. A flat-screen TV is also provided. The oceanfront, internationally-awarded La Mer restaurant, open daily for dinner, features fine French cuisine utilizing fresh, local Hawaiian ingredients. Orchids restaurant offers seafood specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as a sumptuous Sunday brunch. Oceanfront casual terrace dining and nightly entertainment is available at the landmark A House Without a Key restaurant. The Spa Halekulani offers a complete menu of treatments incorporating traditional Polynesian rituals. Massages, facials, body therapies and beauty services are offered. A full-service business centre is located on site. A heated swimming pool with glass tile mosaic and views of Waikiki Beach is offered, and pool attendants are available to fulfill guest requests. Upscale shopping and dining at Ala Moana Shopping Center is 10 minutes’ drive away. The Halekulani is 35 minutes’ drive from Honolulu International Airport.Show full description
The hotel is located right on the beach, yet is private and quiet. A quiet oasis in the hustle-bustle of Waikiki. This resort has A HIGHLY RATED BREAKFAST. And it is one of the most popular luxury hotels in Honolulu, among couples!
Luxury Hotel. Located in Honolulu, a few steps from Kuhio Beach, ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Conveniently situated in the Waikiki district, this hotel features a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, continental and American options. Popular points of interest near ESPACIO THE JEWEL OF WAIKIKI include Waikiki Beach, Queen's Surf Beach and Saint Augustine by-the-Sea. The nearest airport is Honolulu International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Lovely property. Elegant. Great views. Discover Waikiki’s most distinctive luxury resort experience that combines home conveniences with resort amenities. Oahu’s first Ritz-Carlton property features 552 ocean-view rooms and suites with residential amenities that include gourmet kitchens and kitchenettes and premium brand washers and dryers. With 246 suites, the resort boasts the largest number of hotel luxury suites on the island. Guests can discover a vast array of distinctive experiences along with legendary Ritz-Carlton service. Amenities include two of the highest infinity pools in Waikiki with private cabanas, a premier fitness center, yoga room and movie theatre. The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers customized treatments that highlights the balancing elements and traditional healing methods of the islands. Adding to the enjoyment is a fine selection of dining experiences that are both creative in taste and presentation, ensuring an adventure for the senses, including a sushi legend from Japan, modern French cuisine, outdoor Italian concept and a global high-end gourmet market. With more than 6,000 square feet of indoor function space, meetings and events at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach ensure attendees go home feeling productive, inspired and better yet, with a story to tell. Waikiki International Marketplace Shopping Center is 200 metres from The Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki, while Waikiki Beach Area is 300 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Honolulu Airport, 11 km away.Show full description
Cool. Stylish. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. Featuring a 280,000 gallon, two-story saltwater Oceanarium in the middle of the lobby filled with a large variety of colorful native Hawaiian reef fishes, ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach offers beach side accommodation in Honolulu and boasts several on-site restaurants and a bar. Many rooms & suites provide unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and Diamond Head. All rooms are fitted with an HD flat-screen TV. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. All rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Swell Pool & Bar offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a saltwater infinity pool, hot tub, a private cabanas and nightly live music overlooking the fabled Waikiki Beach. Guests can dine at several restaurants available. Morimoto Asia serves an Asian cuisine and Momosan features ramen dishes in a more casual setting. Saint Augustine by-the-Sea is 100 metres from ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, while Kuhio Beach Torch Lighting & Hula Ceremony is 300 metres from the property. Honolulu Airport is 12 km away. Lodging is subject to state general excise and transient accommodation taxes and may be subject to change at any time without notice, as determined by hotel management in order to remain compliant with Hawai'i County Council.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool.
Relaxing atmosphere. Beautiful. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Located in the heart of Waikiki, 2 minutes' walk to Waikiki Beach, Halepuna Waikiki is a luxury boutique hotel surrounded by shopping and dining. The property was designed by internationally acclaimed interior design firm, Champalimaud and features works of several Hawaiian artists in partnership with The Honolulu Museum of Art public art program. Guest rooms feature complimentary WiFi, 50-inch flat screen TVs, TOTO washlets (electronic bidet), specialty bath amenities, deep-soaking tub, shade and lighting controls, and USB and Bluetooth connectivity conveniences. The Urban Oasis is located on the 8th floor and offers a panoramic view of Waikiki Beach, an infinity lap pool, a hot tub, a pool bar serving specialty cocktails and a private garden with reflexology path. Guests can enjoy the on-site fitness studio, a couple of weekly classes. Guests also have access to SpaHalekulani and charging privileges spa at the property's sister hotel located across the street. Halekulani Bakery & Restaurant features a bakery with a chocolate-viewing kitchen and an all-day dining restaurant focusing on local ingredients and offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Guests can enjoy free access to the Bishop Museum and the Honolulu Academy of Arts. Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center 5 minutes' walk and International Marketplace is 643 metres away. Ala Moana Shopping Center is 2.4 km away and Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is 13.2 km from the property.Show full description
Unique. Cool. Great views. Popular among women. Aston Waikiki Beach Tower is an all-suite property located across the street from Waikiki Beach. Each suite offers fully equipped accommodation with kitchens. On-site amenities include an outdoor pool and a modern recreation deck. Daily maid service is available. All suites feature views of the Pacific Ocean. Each includes a fully-equipped kitchen with a microwave, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, a toaster, and a dishwasher, as well as a washing machine and a tumble dryer, a balcony/lanai, a TV with cable channels, a DVD player, ironing facilities, a safety deposit box, and air-conditioning. The en suite bathroom includes a shower and a hairdryer. Daily housekeeping and nightly turndown service is available. Guests can relax in the hot tub at the aparthotel. The recreation desk includes access to the barbecue grills, an open-air dining area, billiards, jet spa, Yoga class on site and a fitness centre. Aston Waikiki Beach Tower is 1.6 km from the Hawaii Convention Center. Honolulu International Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Charming. Hip. Superb interior design. Popular among women. Featuring an outdoor pool, the Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club in Waikiki offers vintage inspired bungalows and suites, with optional in-room coffee and cocktail service. Hand-crafted furniture, custom-tile bathroom floors and eclectic artwork is featured in all rooms, as well as wireless speakers, an alarm system, and a private balcony that is each uniquely crafted. A flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine are also included. The en suite bathroom provides a hairdryer and free toiletries. The Swim Club offers poolside entertainment, cultural activities and programs. Private cabanas are available for hire. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests. Mahina & Sun's restaurant offers dishes made with organic ingredients sourced by local farmer serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant features crafted cocktails and a specially blended and roasted coffee made exclusively for The Surfjack. The hotel is 5 minutes' drive from Waikiki Beach and 15 minutes' drive to Diamond Head State Monument. Shopping and dining at the Royal Hawaiian Center is 5 minutes' walk away, while the International Market Place is 8 minutes' walk away. The vibrant art districts of Kakaako, Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown are within 20 minutes' drive of The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the coolest, most well designed and stylish boutique hotels in Honolulu! So NICE!
Resort.Great views. Popular among women. Just 6.4 km from the Diamond Head Crater Park, the Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort features two oceanfront pools, an adult-only infinity pool and Helumoa Playground featuring two fresh water swimming pools, and a 70 foot long water slide Modern rooms feature a flat-screen TV and video games at Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort. Rooms are simply styled and offer a private balcony, some with mountain or ocean views. In-room coffee and a work desk are also provided. The Sheraton offers 4 on-site dining options, including Pacific Rim inspired RumFire, the Edge of Waikiki bar situated just above the ocean, a breakfast featuring Hawaii's locally grown products at Kai Market. A tour desk and child care services are offered at this resort. Fitness and business facilities are also located on-site for guest convenience. Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park are 3.2 km from the resort. Waikiki Shopping Centre is just 2 minutes' walk away.Show full description
Nice hotel with a beautiful infinity pool. It is located in a convenient spot for shopping and dining. Lovely ocean views from the balconies!
Charming. Trendy. Lovely interior design. Located within 5 minutes' walk of Waikiki Beach and the Royal Hawaiian Center, The Laylow, Autograph Collection is a mid-century modern hotel situated 4.8 km from Diamond Head Crater Hike. Guests can also enjoy a welcome amenity. The rooms include a smart TV and WiFi. The Laylow, Autograph Collection provides guests with a swimming pool, a restaurant, and an activity desk. The property offers nightly entertainment and complimentary shaved Hawaiian ice poolside. Guests are also ideally placed within walking distance to many points of interest. Beautiful beaches and endless recreational activities as well as the International Market Place, filled with shops, cafes and restaurants, are seconds away. Honolulu International Airport is only 20 minutes' drive from the Laylow, Autograph Collection . Show full description
Historic property. Beautiful. Good breakfast. Popular among couples. Just steps from Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach boasts a freshwater pool, a private beach area and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Guests have a variety of on-site dining options. Rooms provide free gourmet tea and coffee. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is 25 minutes’ drive away. Guest rooms at this resort offer tranquil island tones and include a flat-screen LCD TV and a mini-refrigerator. Rooms and suites offer balconies with ocean or city views. On-site restaurants at Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach serve everything from traditional Hawaiian cuisine to classic American dishes. Guests can start with a breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea at Veranda At The Beachhouse. Serving dinner daily, Beachhouse At The Moana offers Victorian architecture and ocean views. The restaurant features steaks, seafood and island-inspired cuisine. For wine lovers, Vintage 1901 offers a stellar wine collection and savory bites. Moana Lani Spa, a Heavenly Spa by Westin is located at the property and is the only oceanfront spa in Waikiki. The spa features 9 custom massage therapy rooms, 1 Vichy shower room, 3 custom facial rooms, 2 couples treatment suites and a nail salon. Guests can also experience the best of Honolulu with help from the hotel's concierge desk or browse the international shops in the lobby. The resort offers snorkeling, scuba diving, and parasailing. Catamaran sails, canoe rides, surfing lessons, and various other beach activities are only steps away. Within the hotel, available activities include sun bathing, swimming, Historic Hotel Tours, and much more. Honolulu City Hall is 15 minutes’ drive away from this resort. University of Hawai’i at Manoa is 3 km away from Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach.Show full description
I think this is one of the most HISTORIC resorts in Honolulu.
Resort. Located directly on Waikiki Beach, OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort features an oceanfront swimming pool with sun terrace, two on-site oceanfront restaurants, and Blue Note Hawaii. A flat-screen TV with cable channels with pay options is offered in each air-conditioned guest room. A refrigerator and a coffee machine are provided. The beachfront restaurant, Duke's Waikiki offers breakfast and lunch buffets along with à la carte dinners. Hula Grill Waikiki boasts retro Hawaiian décor and serves breakfast, lunch and specialty cocktails. The rooftop Infinity Massage spa offers a spacious sun terrace with ocean views. Massage therapies, facials, body treatments and beauty services incorporating Hawaiian and European techniques and products are available. Free child-friendly Hawaiian cultural activities are offered daily and may include fresh flower lei-making or ukulele lessons. An expansive lobby highlights Hawaiian artwork and koa wood furnishings. Married guests can participate in a free Hawaiian vow renewal ceremony on the beach. Upscale shopping and dining at The Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center and Waikiki Beach Walk are within 5 minutes’ walk of Honolulu OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beach Resort. Honolulu International Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Resort. Located in the heart of Waikiki Beach, Oahu, the OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort features beautifully renovated guestrooms and suites with a modern Hawaiian feel and sweeping ocean views. Enjoy luxury amenities and local hospitality, all while staying steps from Honolulu’s most famous attractions, including Waikiki Beach Walk®, Diamond Head and some of the most iconic scenery in Hawaii. Some of our many amenities include flat-screen TV, Chromecast TV, 4 USB Ports, small fridge, in room safe, a vanity with lighted cosmetic mirror and free toiletries are offered in the en suite bathroom. The poolside Kani Ka Pila Grille is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features live Hawaiian music nightly. An extensive collection of artwork is featured at the OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. Cultural activities such as hula, lei making and vow renewal ceremonies on the beach are also offered to our guests. Kapiolani Park, the Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium are within 1.5 km of this resort. Honolulu International Airport is just 20 minutes’ drive from OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort.Show full description
Resort.Great value. Great views. Located across the street from Waikiki beach, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa boasts 5 restaurants and the Royal Kaila Spa on site. This resort is 100% smoke-free. A flat-screen TV is featured in each spacious guest room. A coffee machine and a refrigerator are provided for convenience. The Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa offers guests a gym and 2 outdoor swimming pools. Guests can enjoy poolside cocktails with live nightly entertainment. On-site laundry is also provided. Property staff can recommend babysitting services if needed. The Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa is 8 minutes' walk from the Honolulu Zoo and 10 minutes' walk from the Waikiki Aquarium. The Diamond Head Crater Park is 4 km away from the resort.Show full description
Historic. Great breakfast. Cosy rooms. Located adjacent to the famous Waikiki Beach, Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, shops and restaurants. All rooms provide a balcony and free WiFi. Each room also includes a satellite TV, a desk, an iPod docking station and Na Ho'ola Spa toiletries in the bathroom at this Honolulu resort. Styled in dark wood furnishings, white coloured linens are offered. Enjoy a breakfast buffet at Shor Restaurant which later provides Waikiki's newest and largest dinner buffets, "The Buffet at Hyatt" with fresh seafood, made to order poke, steamed crab, sushi, prime rib along with local favorites like Kalua Pork and Short Ribs. Guests can enjoy indoor or outdoor seating. Guests may also visit SWIM to enjoy creative cocktails and a menu featuring island pupus, grass fed burgers, fun family fare and "Aloha Waikiki" hula show on Wednesday nights. The resort's new cultural center, Ho'okela, will provide guests with the unique experience of Hawaii in learning to dance the hula, play the ukulele, make a lei and other arts & crafts. Over 60 unique shops and boutiques are featured at Hyatt Regency Waikiki. Concierge services are offered. A 24-hour fitness centre is onsite. The award winning, Na Ho'ola Spa is onsite offering rejuvenating treatments reflecting the Hawaiian cultural art of healing.Show full description
Located on Oahu, on the Waikiki Trolley and bus routes, the Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador is 5 minutes' walk to Waikiki Beach. An outdoor pool and coffee bistro are available on site. A flat-screen cable TV with free movies is featured in each bright room. Each air-conditioned room is equipped with a refrigerator. Ironing facilities and an en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and hair dryer are provided. Offering snacks and a variety of other items, a convenience store is located on site. A launderette is available. Surfboard storage is available on site. Ala Moana Center is 1.6 km away from the Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador. Hans Hedemann Surf School is 5 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Honolulu International Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Resort. Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is located on 22-acres on the widest stretch of Waikiki Beach. Tropical gardens, ponds and waterfalls define the resort. Enjoy five swimming pools including the 10,000 square foot beach front Super Pool and the best slides in Waikiki. The resort offers a variety of restaurants and shops. Daily cultural activities include lei making and hula lessons and daily outdoor yoga and exercise classes provide a well-rounded stay. Mandara Spa is open daily and access to the fitness center is complimentary. Water activities include on-site surfing lessons, snorkelling, stand-up paddle board, kayaking in the lagoon and catamaran sailing from our Port Hilton. Nestled on a 22-acre oasis with a spacious open-air lobby, lawns, gardens, waterfalls and ponds. Our five guest towers provide a variety of rooms and suites with two prime beachfront towers; Ali’i and Rainbow. The Ali’i has its own private pool terrace and fitness center. Newly renovated Tapa Collection rooms top off the mix. Our offerings are extensive and create a self-contained resort with access to everything our guests need during their Waikiki stay. Hilton CleanStay provides our customers with peace of mind when it comes to their expectations of enjoying a clean and safe stay. Downtown Honolulu is just 4.8 km from the Hilton Hawaiian Village. The Honolulu International Airport is 12.8 km away.Show full description
The Twin Fin Hotel is steps from Waikiki Beach and adjacent to the Honolulu Zoo. It features an on-site restaurant, a poolside bar, and spacious guest rooms with a private balcony. A flat-screen cable TV and compact refrigerator are included in every air-conditioned room at The Twin Fin Hotel. Most rooms offer ocean views. The open-air Tiki's Bar and Grill serves island-inspired cuisine, including coconut shrimp, calamari katsu, and kalua pig quesadillas. Enjoy 32 flavors of award-winning gelato and sorbets at Cafe Glace and a variety of Shave Ice flavors at Kai Coconuts. The outdoor pool features a large sun deck with lounge chairs and cabanas. Guests can work out in the on-site fitness center or enjoy playing at Waikiki beach, just steps away. Ala Wai Golf Course is just 1.6 km from the hotel, and the Waikiki Aquarium is 9 minutes' walk away. Honolulu International Airport is 16 kilometers from Aston Waikiki.Show full description
Resort.Comfortable beds. Rooftop restaurant. Featuring Hawaiian charm, Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel combines with today's latest technologies such as an electric car charging station. It is situated seconds from the Waikiki Beach. Stroll the shops and restaurants at the Waikiki Beach Walk and Luxury Row, see the animals at Honolulu Zoo or learn to surf at Kuhio Beach, all located within walking distance. All rooms offer a balcony with a view of the ocean, mountain, or city. All rooms includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, in-room movie channels, and premium channels, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, MP3 compatible radios, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Select rooms offer a dining area. Start the morning at the Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel with a delicious meal from M.A.C. 24/7 restaurant and bar or take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Spend the afternoon relaxing with a cocktail on the sundeck or plan the day's activities with help from the concierge staff. The Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel is close to the area's main attractions.Show full description
Great value. Comfortable beds. Just 1 block from Waikiki Beach, the Polynesian Residences Waikiki Beach is 20 minutes' walk from the Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium. It offers studios with a flat-screen TV. Each room features a balcony with patio furniture. Select rooms include a kitchenette which includes a coffee machine, a microwave, a refrigerator, a toaster, utensils, cookware, and dishware. Air-conditioning and a TV with cable channels are also provided. Coin-operated laundry facilities are located on site. Guests can relax at the swimming pool with cabanas available, or take advantage of the yoga and hula classes. The US Army Museum of Hawaii is less than 5 minutes' walk from the Polynesian Residences Waikiki Beach. Honolulu International Airport is 15 minutes' drive from the property.Show full description
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