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The Kahala Hotel & Resort

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront resort near Diamond Head

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Children's activities
Dolphin Lanai | View from room
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Lobby
Imperial Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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5000 Kahala Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96816
  • Place, Kahala Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Waiʻalae Beach Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Kahala Mall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Honolulu, HI (HNL-Daniel K. Inouye Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean Front Suite, 1 Bedroom

Ocean Front Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Golf Mountain View Lanai

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Ocean View Lanai

Ocean View Lanai

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Ocean Front Lanai

Ocean Front Lanai

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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42-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Tower Suite I, 1 Bedroom

  • Ocean view
  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kahala Kai Suite, 1 Bedroom

Kahala Kai Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Beach view
  • 116 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kahala Beach Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room

Kahala Beach Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Beach view
  • 116 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Presidential Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Oceanfront

  • Ocean view
  • 204 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Room, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view

Room, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Beach Front Lanai

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Dining room

Tower Suite II, 1 Bedroom

  • Ocean view
  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Imperial Suite, 1 Bedroom

Imperial Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Ocean view
  • 153 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Partial Ocean View Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Partial Ocean View Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed OR 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Golf Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Ocean Front

Ocean Front

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Dolphin Lanai | Balcony view

Dolphin Lanai

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Lagoon view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Honolulu

Beachfront retreat .Your stay at this Kahala resort places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Kahala Mall and Diamond Head. Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waialae Country Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kahala Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waiʻalae Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kahala Mall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wailupe Beach Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Hālaulani / Leeward Community College Station - 28 min drive
  • Daniel K. Inouye Intl. Airport (HNL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪California Pizza Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kahala Mkt - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Kahala Hotel & Resort

5-star beachfront resort near Diamond Head
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At The Kahala Hotel & Resort, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities like snorkeling and kayaking.

There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Honolulu resort.

  • 338 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 5 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 13000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1208 sq m of conference space
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
The Kahala Hotel & Resort offers 338 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The onsite spa has 10 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle up to 4 mi
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 62.83 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 62.83 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 55 for adults and USD 24 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach yoga
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (45 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from February 20 to April 7:
  • One of the dining venues
The property will be renovating from February 21 2026 to April 7 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 25 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 55 for adults and USD 24 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 195 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 62.83 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 62.83 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 100.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - GE-169-879-9616-01
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is GE-169-879-9616-01. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kahala Hotel & Resort
Kahala Resort Hotel
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Kahala Resort Honolulu
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The Kahala Hotel & Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 765 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have been going to the Kahala for many years.. Many of the staff members recognize us from previous visits. Location is perfect.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Joe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Been coming for 30 years. Know good people who still work there. Amenities- little things like complimentary coffee in morning - either diminished or reduced to -0-. Now $7/cup for a fairly poor brew. Someone rang our bell at 7am to find out if we were still in the room (!) - check out is at noon knucklehead! Why not check with the front desk? Rather dismal extremely overpriced room service menu for one grand a night.. When it was Mandarin owned it was great. Been about two owners since with, we suppose, MBA’s wringing out an ever better bottom line. Sad.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very courteous. Hotel is immaculate. Very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery Allen

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is incredible. There was a problem with my room on arrival and Rakal (sp?) and another lady helped get me to another amazing room quickly. It was 5 star all the way. I will be back. This is my place for Hawaii.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia lynn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort! The spa package was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sai

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gidget c

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pinhowinata

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Malay

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willa Honiko

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being awakened by dolphins is the best!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food, the staff the room, the views everything was perfect. Looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

athena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend you stay !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunhee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Food was phenomenal.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is absolutely beautiful. Waited a long time to get our room then to find out the room they were giving us was not the correct one. That was quickly changed and our new room was beautiful. Everyone was super friendly and dinners were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jung Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We haven’t been to this hotel for ten years and it is still as wonderful today as it was then. Simply spectacular place with a first class staff!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Muhammad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great hotel. But it was very sad to see the dolphins in a tiny pool. Spending their whole lives swimming in circles and posing for photos with tourists. Inhumane and unnecessary.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladislav

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025