Halekulani Resort

Well I must say, despite being a long time hater of resorts, I am really enjoying experiencing some great places. A first time for me coming to Hawaii and I felt I hit the jackpot in terms of a great place to stay with my family. Halekulani is not a cheap stay, but as I say, you pay for what you get and you get exceptional service all round. The rooms are great and spacious including the bathrooms. We were up on the 4th floor overlooking the pool and ocean. There is an older, almost colonial vibe at this hotel, but it's classy at the same time. There are pool side manners to adhere to and noise is kept to a minimum by vigilant but very polite staff.

It is a beautiful hotel with so many areas to lounge, read a book, enjoy and relax. The room was comfortable with little details that made it feel luxurious; such as robes, slippers and a roomy bathroom. Although it may need a bit of an update. The room was clean and upon checking in, we had a platter of fresh fruit waiting for us in the room, which was a nice touch. We had dinner and breakfast at Orchids and it did not disappoint. Everything was fresh. It is a bit pricey, but I've gotten used to that in Hawaii, that in order to get quality food, you must dine at high end restaurants, period. I did not give it five stars only because the pool area is a little small and crowded. Also, it looked a little disorganized where people gather and lounge right next to the pool, but the rest of the area has abandoned chairs and tables just kind of throwing out there upside down. The pool looks small. I did not get in the pool, but I didn't really care since I was looking forward to the infinity pool at our second hotel. More on the positive: another advantage is that this hotel is right on the beach. Literally within walking steps. Overall, we really enjoyed it. The staff is really nice. I think I would stay there again.

It is a beautiful hotel with so many areas to lounge, read a book, enjoy and relax. The room was comfortable with little details that made it feel luxurious; such as robes, slippers and a roomy bathroom. (Although it may need a bit of an update). The room was clean and upon checking in, we had a platter of fresh fruit waiting for us in the room, which was a nice touch. We had dinner and breakfast at Orchids and it did not disappoint. Everything was fresh. It is a bit pricey, but I've gotten used to that in Hawaii, that in order to get quality food, you must dine at high end restaurants, period. I did not give it five stars only because the pool area is a little small and crowded. Also, it looked a little disorganized where people gather and lounge right next to the pool, but the rest of the area has abandoned chairs and tables just kind of throwing out there upside down. The pool looks small. I did not get in the pool, but I didn't really care since I was looking forward to the infinity pool at our second hotel. More on the positive: another advantage is that this hotel is right on the beach. Literally within walking steps. Overall, we really enjoyed it. The staff is really nice. I think I would stay there again.