The Kahala Hotel And Resort, Honolulu
About the Hotel
The Kahala Hotel And Resort - A 5-star luxury beachfront resort with dolphin lagoon and award-winning dining
Located in Honolulu's exclusive Kahala district, this 5-star resort features elegant guest rooms starting at 550 square feet with panoramic views of the white-sand beach, dolphin lagoon, or Koolau Mountains. The property includes a natural water lagoon housing Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins where guests can interact with these marine mammals. Dining options encompass Plumeria Beach House for all-day open-air dining, Hoku's fine dining restaurant serving global Hawaiian cuisine, Seaside Grill for poolside casual fare, The Veranda for afternoon tea and cocktails, and Arancino for Italian cuisine. The resort offers nine private spa treatment suites, each with personal relaxation areas, showers, and deep soak tubs. A complimentary shuttle service transports guests to Waikiki and Ala Moana Shopping Center, while the Diamond Head Summit Trail is 1.5 miles away. Business amenities include high-speed Wi-Fi, a business center with printing services, and meeting facilities for up to 450 guests. The Kahala Hotel And Resort provides family services such as the Keiki Club with daily activities, babysitting services through Aloha Sitters, and complimentary bicycle rentals for up to three hours.
Pros
Private natural water lagoon with Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins for guest interactions
Nine spa treatment suites each with personal relaxation areas and deep soak tubs
Multiple dining venues including award-winning Hoku's and open-air Plumeria Beach House
Complimentary shuttle service to Waikiki and Ala Moana Shopping Center
550-square-foot minimum room size with panoramic ocean or mountain views
Cons
The beachfront area is public land accessible to non-guests
Daily self-parking or valet parking costs $50
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Price and Room Availability Calendar
Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
- Toys
- Kids club
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers beautiful rooms with amazing views right on the beach, spacious enough for four guests. The service is professional and accommodating, even though extra side tables by the pool might hinder views. The location strikes a perfect balance, away from the chaos of Waikiki but close to attractions. Dining was a letdown in terms of service speed and price. Overall, a great stay with a few drawbacks.
The hotel offers beautiful, spacious, and comfortable rooms with plenty of amenities, but only had two small changing rooms. The turn down service provided fresh towels, a full ice bucket, and chocolates daily, creating a luxurious experience. The location is fabulous, quiet, and offers plenty of space, with lovely lounge chairs and top-notch surrounding attractions. The dining experience was delicious but a bit pricey, especially during special occasions like New Year. The service was extremely friendly, accommodating, and patient, catering well to families with young children.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were top-notch, overlooking the Sony Championship Golf course, and the breakfast at the restaurant buffet was well-done. However, some areas like the bathrooms had dated facilities. The service was remarkable with lotsa Aloha spirit, especially during our wedding preparations. The location is perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway. The dining experience, which was part of our hotel package, was a treat. The facilities were also impressive.
The hotel is one of the best spots in the Hawaiian islands, nestled in the serene Kahala neighborhood on a private beach away from the chaos of Waikiki. The rooms are well-appointed, making them perfect for families with small children, and the staff is efficient and provides top-notch service. However, the location is not ideal if you prefer to walk to nearby attractions, and the dining experience, while amazing, could offer more variety in breakfast options.
The hotel offers spacious and luxurious rooms, perfect for families with young children, though they may appear a bit dated compared to website images. The turn-down service with fresh towels, chocolates, and ice bucket was a delightful touch. The beachfront location is stunning, ideal for a relaxing getaway, while the dining experience with ocean views is top-notch. Overall, a great choice for a memorable stay.
The hotel offers spacious rooms with a stunning view of the Ocean and the dolphins lagoon, complete with a huge double bathroom featuring both shower and bathtub. Despite the initial room availability hiccup upon arrival, the overall ambiance overlooking the lobby and motor court, with the ocean beyond, was delightful.