Halekūlani (Waikīkī)
Waikīkī's most celebrated luxury hotel, ranked in Hawaiʻi Magazine's 2026 readers' top 10 and Condé Nast readers' top 10 Hawaiʻi hotels. Known for service, House Without a Key's sunset music and hula, and the orchid pool. Rooms start around $700 a night.
- Area: central Waikīkī beachfront, between the Outrigger Reef and the Sheraton.
- From the airport: about 9 miles, 25 to 30 minutes by car.
- Price: luxury; starting rates around $700 a night.
- Ratings: No. 8 Best Hotel, Hawaiʻi Magazine Readers' Choice 2026; No. 9 Hawaiʻi hotel, Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice 2025.
- Highlights: SpaHalekulani, La Mer and Orchids restaurants, House Without a Key at sunset.
- Website: halekulani.com
- Rates change by season and demand; check the hotel's own site for current prices and any resort fee.
Sources: Hawaiʻi Magazine: 2026 Readers' Choice Awards, all islands · Aloha State Daily: Hawaiʻi hotels in Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers' Choice · The Points Guy: best Oʻahu hotels (updated Jan. 15, 2026)
Last checked Oct. 29, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.