Hotels Near Kahala, Hawaii

Sun yourself on a white, sandy beach, surf Waikiki where legends like Duke Kahanamoku were born or snorkel in Hanauma Bay State Underwater Park on the island of Oahu. Diamond Head, a 760-foot tuff crater, "with panoramic views of Waikiki and Oahu's south shore," is the place to hike, according to the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau. Kahala, a ritzy residential area of Oahu, gives adventure travelers the opportunity to stay in some of the finest hotels and resorts on the island, while still being close to all the action found in and around Honolulu.

Kahala Hotel & Resort

Feel the aloha spirit as you are greeted with a lei and a cool towel at the Kahala Hotel & Resort, 10 minutes from Waikiki. Set amid tropical gardens and a dolphin lagoon, Kahala Hotel & Resort offers luxury accommodations in 306 rooms and 32 suites on a secluded beach. Take free introductory surfing and paddle board lessons, or learn more about the Hawaiian culture through free hula, ukelele, lei making and quilt weaving classes. Other complimentary services include a shuttle to shopping areas, coffee in the lobby, bottled water for joggers, and use of bicycles, CD players with head sets, audio CDs, videos and DVDs from the resort library.There is also a spa, fitness center, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, five restaurants, four bars and business center. Free wireless Internet is also available throughout the resort. There is no resort fee. Children under 17 stay free in the same room with an adult.

Kahala Hotel & Resort
5000 Kahala Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96816-5498
(800) 367-2525
kahalaresort.com

Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki

A 10-minute drive from Kahala, the 33-story Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and adjoining attractions (five restaurants, a fitness facility, spa and beauty salon, resort shops and business center) offer views of the ocean at every turn. Choose from 521 oceanfront rooms and 57 suites that are within walking distance of the beach and are a shuttle ride to the 27-hole Hawaii Prince Golf Club. There is also a swimming pool, whirlpool and tennis court on-site. Internet access is available, but with a fee. Dry cleaning and baby-sitting services are also available. Children 17 and younger stay free in the same room with an adult.

Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki
100 Holomoana St.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
(888) 977- 4623
(808) 956-1111
princeresortshawaii.com

The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel

A five-minute drive from Kahala, the New Otano Kaimana Beach Hotel is situated between the beach and the 500-acre Kapiolani Park at the foot of Diamond Head, home to the Honolulu Zoo. The International Marketplace is a 15-minute walk from this boutique hotel that has 125 rooms, 31 suites and 16 rooms with kitchenettes. Rooms with views of the ocean, Waikiki and Diamond Head have private lanais. Internet access is available in all rooms for a fee. There are two restaurants on site. Children 12 and younger stay for free in the same room with their parents.

The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel
2863 Kalakaua Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96815
(800) 356-8264
(808) 923-1555
kaimana.com

Article Written By Kandra Sperling

Kandra Sperling is a freelance writer and photojournalist with more than 30 years' experience. She has worked as a community news editor, writer and photographer for the "Morning News of Northwest Arkansas." She has received three awards from the National Press Women's Association and numerous state awards. Sperling earned a bachelor's degree in English and journalism from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.

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