Halekulani, HonoluluHalekulani in Honolulu, United States has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 21 of 94 hotels we score in Honolulu. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.7 before correction. Rooms from about $884 a night (cached, not a live quote).Halekulani is a luxury oceanfront hotel on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, set in five acres of gardens fronting Gray's Beach and overlooking Diamond Head. Rooms largely look over the pool towards the ocean, and facilities include three restaurants, a live jazz lounge, a day spa, a gym, a swimming pool and valet parking. There is no resort fee, and shops, restaurants and the start of Waikiki are close by. It suits travellers wanting a quiet, polished base in a central beach location, including families, as children are welcome. The main limitation is price: rates start at around $884 a night, so it is a considerable investment compared with nearby Waikiki accommodation.What stands out

Immaculate five-acre beachfront gardens

Strong food, cocktails and jazz lounge

Attentive, highly rated service

Central yet peaceful location

Watch out for

Nightly rates start very high

Many rooms face the pool, not the sea

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