The liveliest and most visited Hawaiian island, Oahu is a paradise for nature and adventure seekers alike with its waterfalls, rainforests and amazing beaches, man-made attractions and historic sites, museums, annual festivals and great outdoors, from snorkeling at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve to shopping in Oahu’s open-air, tempting boutiques and local shops, and this is just the beginning. Home to such great towns as Honolulu, Waikiki and Kailua, it’s no wonder that the entire island is packed with a wealth of accommodation options to suit any pocket. Read on to get acquainted with some of the most luxurious resorts in Oahu sure to take holidaymakers’ breath away.
Turtle Bay Hotel Resort
Only 55 minutes by car from the energetic pulse of Honolulu and Waikiki city, the truly majestic Turtle Bay Resort, five decades old, is the perfect place to immerse in unforgettable natural beauty, discover luxurious amenities and exceptional service. Just imagine – almost five miles of secluded coastline and breathtaking ocean views in every guest accommodation; a myriad of land and water adventures; superb dining in any of the hotel’s four restaurants and full relaxation in the hotel’s world-class spa. The hotel’s 2 bars, concierge. 36 holes of golf, 2 Jacuzzis, 2 outdoor heated pools, fitness center tens courts and watersports equipment rentals also add to the charm of Turtle bay Resort.
Visitors can choose from 375 guestrooms and 35 suites in the wings of the main hotel, all with private lanais to let the outdoors in, 42 beach cottages or bungalows with ultramost amenities, as well as incomparable tasteful villas, overlooking Kuilima Cove.
One of the advantages of Turtle Bay is that it’s a non-smoking resort (a cleaning fee of $250 will be assessed if there is any evidence of smoking in a guestroom or on the balcony). Another advantage is its location on Oahu’s north shore with Waimea Falls Park being only 5 miles away and the Dole Plantation – slightly further at 15 miles. The resort is an ideal hideaway for romantics, leisure travelers, nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
The Kahala Hotel & Resort
One of Hawaii’s leading luxury resorts, the 5 star Kahala Hotel and Resort is a legendary hideaway, set on a secluded beach, just a stone’s throw from the world-class shopping and entertainment of Waikiki. Part of the Preferred Hotel Group, the Resort was opened in 1964 by Conrad Hilton and is a ten-storey property in a residential area at the foot of Diamond Head.
Turtle Bay Hotel and Resort boasts 338 elegant and well-appointed guestrooms and suites, all adorned in the signature ‘Kahala Chic’ style, with modern conveniences and comforts, and unique artwork and décor. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining experiences at any of the resort’s five dining venues, including Hoku’s, Seaside Grill, Plumeria Beach House, The Veranda and Tokyo-Tokyo, each offering its own unique ambiance and style sure to delight even the most demanding guests. At the spa, treatments include a warm pohaku stone massage among many others.
As to recreation, popular activities include the full range of watersports from parasailing and whale watching to snorkeling and hiking to golf and tennis. In addition, there are complimentary classes in Hawaiian culture: hula, lei making and ukulele. Whether you visit Hawaii to spend your honeymoon or just want to relax in a paradisiacal environment, stay in the stunning Turtle Bay Hotel and Resort, where peaceful ambiance is enhanced by the exceptional service of the hotel staff.
Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort
With an aim to focus on the individual needs of each and every guest, the high-end Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort, sprawling over 20 acres on a gorgeous stretch of Waikiki beach, offers a memorable stay beyond imagination. Ideally nestled amid lush tropical gardens, waterfalls and exotic wildlife, the hotel is a true retreat for those wishing to play, relax, indulge, shop and rejuvenate. Guests can participate in cultural experiences and activities including wildlife encounters, as well as immerse in an endless variety of watersports.
The hotel offers visitors a comfortable stay in any of its 2,860 rooms, all with air-conditioning, cable TV, high speed internet access, coffee maker, and fringe among other amenities.
Guests can pamper themselves in the state-of-the-art Mandara Spa & Fitness Center, the largest spa in Waikiki, which will transport you into a world of relaxation and rejuvenation, featuring a host of spa treatments created by Hawaiian, Asian, European and Polynesian concepts.
This is a great place to stay with kids, as the hotel boasts children’s program, one of Waikiki’s best, featuring a wide range of educational and fun activities.
