Tucked away in an affluent residential neighborhood at the base of Diamond Head, The Kahala Hotel and Resort is a secluded alternative to the hotels in bustling Waikiki, just five miles away.
The world-class, Forbes Travel Guide Recommended resort sprawls along 800 feet of pristine coastline on Oahu’s southern shore, with 306 guest rooms and 32 suites, including a luxurious 2,200-square-foot Presidential Suite that has hosted Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles and Princess Diana, Monaco’s Prince Rainier and Queen Grace and the Emperor and Empress of Japan.
The Kahala Hotel and Resort delivers privacy — there are no other hotels nearby — while being minutes from malls, restaurants, beaches and hiking trails.
One notable addition to the Oahu hotel after its 2017 renovation is a new art piece in the lobby. Called Harmony of Paradise, this 13-foot-tall carved piece of wood from Thailand depicts tropical palms, pineapples and birds living together in harmony.
Indulge in award-winning Kahala cuisine at Hoku’s. The fine-dining restaurant features global Hawaiian dishes, ocean views and grand-tasting menus from executive chef Jonathan Mizukami.
On the edge of the white sands of Kahala sits Plumeria Beach House, the property’s open-air, all-day dining establishment. Reminiscent of an island home, Plumeria Beach House is an ideal choice for casual meals, quiet meetings and sunset cocktails on the terrace.
Right off the hotel lobby is The Veranda, an open-air dining area serving cocktails, pūpū (appetizers) in the evening and afternoon tea on Fridays and Saturdays. Popular menu items include fried ahi poke musubi, venison burgers and black truffle fries.