The Kahala Hotel & Resort
5000 Kahala Avenue, Honolulu, HI, USA, 96816-5411
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About us
The Kahala Hotel & Resort is Hawaii’s Legendary Luxury Beachfront Resort. *Hideaway favorite with Presidents, International Royalty and Celebrities from around the world *The Oasis on Oahu *Secluded Private Beach just TEN minutes from the urban Waikiki *Twenty minutes from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) *Ideal for Board Meetings, Incentive Groups and Conferences
Venue Details
ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1964
Renovated2023
Total meeting space28,341 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms338
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
Forbes Travel Guide
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
2023, 2022, 2021, 2019, 2018 - Conde Nast Readers' Choice Awards: Top Hotels in Hawaii #4
2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 - Forbes Star Award Oahu: Four-Star Hotels & Four-Star Spas
2023, 2022, 2021,2020, 2019 - AAA Hawaii Four Diamond Award
2022 - Honolulu Star Advertiser - Hawaii's Best - People's Choice Awards - Best Hotel Staycation & Best Place for Brunch (Hoku's)
2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 - Hawaii Green Business Program Award - Hotels, Venue, Office, Retail & Grocery Category
2022 - Smart Meetings: Smart Stars Winner - Best Island Hotel
2022, 2019, 2018 - Smart Meetings: Platinum Choice Award
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (mountain)
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Golf course on grounds
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (mountain)
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Jun 20 - Aug 20Jan 01 - Jan 20Dec 22 - Dec 31
Shoulder season
Low season
Mar 15 - May 15Sep 15 - Nov 15
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
28,341 sq. ft.
Largest room
8,800 sq. ft.
Space (private)
8,800 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
12
Second largest room
5,200 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
8,800 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
8,000 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
400
Seating capacity
350
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
28,341 sq. ft.
Largest room
8,800 sq. ft.
Space (private)
8,800 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
12
Second largest room
5,200 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
8,800 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
8,000 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
400
Seating capacity
350
Floor Plans
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8,800 sq. ft. 73 x 120 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 400 | - | 300 | 400 | 350 | 260 | - | - | |
5,200 sq. ft. 50 x 75 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 400 | - | 350 | 400 | 300 | 300 | - | - | |
2,700 sq. ft. 42 x 64 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 150 | 32 | 100 | 150 | 100 | 60 | 35 | 40 | |
1,500 sq. ft. - | - | 40 | - | 30 | 40 | - | - | - | - | |
415 sq. ft. 19 x 22 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 20 | 18 | - | 20 | 20 | 16 | 16 | 14 | |
415 sq. ft. 19 x 22 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | 12 | - | |
675 sq. ft. 45 x 15 sq. ft. | 8 ft. | 50 | - | 40 | 50 | - | - | - | - | |
1,800 sq. ft. 30 x 60 sq. ft. | - | 90 | - | 80 | 90 | - | - | - | - | |
8,000 sq. ft. 40 x 100 sq. ft. | - | 175 | - | 150 | 175 | - | - | - | - |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
338
Suites
32
Tax rate
17.962%
Total guest rooms
338
Suites
32
Tax rate
17.962%
Location
Getting Here
From Honolulu International Airport
While in Honolulu International Airport, follow signs of "Airport Exit"
Take the H-1 Freeway East for 13 miles toward Waikiki/Honolulu
Please Exit at 26B - Waialae Avenue
Turn Right onto Hunakai Street at the Second Stoplight
Continue 1.2 miles to Kahala Avenue
Turn Left onto Kahala Avenue and this street ends at The Kahala Hotel & Resort
Distance from airport
12.5 mi
Distance from airport 12.5 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $55.00/day )
Valet parking
( $55.00/day )
Street parking
Bus parking
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Pearl Harbor
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Aloha Tower Marketplace
Shopping
7 mi
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1 Aloha Tower Drive
Honolulu, HI, US 96813
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Waikiki Aquarium
Museum
4 mi
This esteemed facility, affiliated with the University of Hawaii, has been in existence since 1904. Set along the Waikiki coastline, it seeks not only to entertain visitors but to educate them and to preserve delicate marine species. Tropical Pacific creatures are its main focus, and coral propagation is a prominent goal. Exhibits on reef life and Hawaiian monk seals are among the foremost displays, and you'll also encounter eels, turtles, sharks, a variety of fish, and the elusive chambered nautilus, a relative of squids and octopi.
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Honolulu, HI, US 96815
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Sea Life Park
Museum
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Kahala Mall
Shopping
1 mi
Kahala Mall is an enclosed shopping mall in Kāhala, Honolulu on the East Side of the island of Oahu. In addition to its service as a major shopping center, Kahala Mall also serves as a key stop on a number of TheBus routes. It is located on Waialae Avenue, near the point at which Interstate H1 becomes Kalanianaole Highway.
4211 Waialae Avenue #13
Honolulu, HI, US 96816
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Ala Moana Center
Shopping
5 mi
Ala Moana Center is Hawaii’s premier shopping, entertainment, and dining destination – with over 260 stores and venues in a unique indoor/outdoor environment. Located just 20 minutes from Honolulu International airport, and within walking distance of most Waikiki hotels, Ala Moana Center is Hawaii's shopping destination for visitors and residents alike.
1450 Ala Moana Boulevard
Honolulu, HI, US 96814
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies are specific to each group. Please speak with sales staff for specifics.
Additional details
*338 guestrooms including 32 suites *Lush tropical gardens and private dolphin lagoon *Five (5) stylish restaurants, world-class spa and 24 hour access fitness center
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Sustainable Practices
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Does The Kahala Hotel & Resort have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is The Kahala Hotel & Resort and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Kahala Hotel & Resort's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety
Were practices at The Kahala Hotel & Resort developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does The Kahala Hotel & Resort clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, All take out containers, utensils and bags are now compostable - no plastics. All Laundry bags are now reusable - no plastics.Our outlets use logo compostable plastic drinking cups.No plastics are used with our completely compostable take-out.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
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