The Helumoa Pool complex has two freshwater pools, a huge water slide, a play area for kids and cabanas. Hilton Hawaiian Village : Again, read my overall thoughts on this place above. Hawaii is an extremely family friendly vacation destination so when kids are out of school, expect even the swankiest resorts to have a pool full of kids.
When you go has more to do with it than where you stay. These are just my very top picks:. The updated rooms and bonus amenities make a huge difference.
Turtle Bay Resort : Due to reopen shortly after an extensive renovation, the resort here is lovely but the location on the north shore also makes for a great vacation. But so is the Four Seasons. If deciding between those two resorts is your biggest problem, your vacation is going to be just fine. On a budget: The Surfjack or Shoreline Hotel. Staying at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa. Thanks for sticking around and reading this whole post! If you have ANY questions about planning your trip to Hawaii, you can join my free Facebook group here.
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And please share my account with your friends that are headed to Hawaii! Your support really helps me keep this blog running! Alright then…the first big question! Where to stay on Oahu? Waikiki or not? These are just my very top picks: Four Seasons Oahu : No better place for a luxury honeymoon on Oahu than the Four Seasons in my opinion. Previous Previous. Number of Rooms 1 2 3 4. Promo Code. Modify Your Reservation. Book Now. Erica and I lived in Ko Olina for two-years.
We loved it. The condo community had swaying palms, friendly neighbors, and we had the lagoons in our backyard. Compared to other towns on Oahu, Ko Olina was a fun place to live. Then Disney moved in. The place is still beautiful, albeit a little more crowded. Ko Olina is located minutes Ko Olina is minutes from Waikiki. Kapolei is the closest Oahu town, located minutes down the road. Located on the sun-drenched, leeward side of Oahu, Ko Olina gets no rain.
You may get some wind during the winter months but rain will be hard to find. The expansive beach and serenity of the turquoise waters make staying here feel luxurious.
There is a beach boardwalk that links the lagoons making a morning run or sunset stroll a daily requirement. The market has a hot deli, large beer and wine selections, and is a respite from the resort prices. Enjoy it all while you are there. But it has always been family-friendly. Ideal for couples and honeymooners is the Four Seasons, the height of luxury in Ko Olina. The privacy of Ko Olina NFL put the entire resort on lockdown , seclusion on the far end of the island, and the 5-star resort were ideal for NFL players and their families.
The Ko Olina Four Seasons pool overlooking lagoon 1. The leeward side hardly gets any rain. If you are fleeing a midwest winter, then head to Ko Olina to soak up the rays. There is also a bike-share service. The resorts also never feel crowded due to their size. Compared to Waikiki, you and your family will feel like the only ones on the island. The resorts are situated to provide spectacular views of the sunset. Grab a drink and watch the sun dip into the Pacific.
Too much like a resort than a tropical Hawaii vacation. We opted out of Ko Olina due to the high hotel rates. Ko Olina warrants a premium. Expect good service because you will be paying for it. Ko Olina is not centrally located like Waikiki so get ready to drive to see other parts of the island.
Make sure you avoid rush hours see below. Depending on the wind direction, you may get planes flying overhead every few minutes. Ko Olina is safe and secure as even the ocean was tamed with the man-made, seawall protected lagoons.
But, I like the outdoors, adventure, and the wild side of Hawaii. I was surprised how much I enjoyed Ko Olina when I lived there for two years.
It offers something for everyone. Ko Olina has so much to offer in the way of beaches, restaurants, and an overall happy vibe. Town or Country, that is the decision. Honolulu is known as the town while the North Shore is the country. And locals want to keep the country country. That means the North Shore is not a resort area. Turtle Bay is the only resort and the only name brand hotel is a Courtyard by Marriott.
The surfling is iconic. The hiking is unforgettable. If you want to swim in a waterfall, head to the windward side of the island. Lanai notes that there is more competition among hotels and resorts in Waikiki because of the sheer volume of visitors, so pricing is designed to attract visitors.
Bruce makes an important point that there are many family-friendly options in Waikiki, which makes it an ideal option for large groups. Luaus and the Magic of Polynesia show are noted, as well as the Honolulu Zoo as being attractive for multi-generational family groups.
Lanai points out that the calm waters of Waikiki are great for families, and not nearly as dangerous as North Shore waters during the winter season.
Bruce says that many visitors are interested in live sports action and that the University of Hawaii basketball and volleyball are hugely popular draws.
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