The Kahala Hotel and Resort, HonoluluThe Kahala Hotel and Resort in Honolulu, United States has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 30 of 94 hotels we score in Honolulu. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction. Rooms from about $788 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Kahala Hotel and Resort is a luxury oceanfront property on a secluded beach in Honolulu's Kahala district on Oahu, Hawaii. It first opened in 1964 as the Kahala Hilton and has operated around the clock ever since, with five-star service, poolside facilities, a spa, restaurants, and family-friendly rooms. Guests get air conditioning, Wi-Fi, valet and secure parking, massage services, and room service, and pets are welcome. Rates start at about $788 a night, so it suits travellers wanting a quiet, upmarket beach resort rather than a budget stay. Reviews are strong overall, though some visitors note parts of the building could use renovation work.What stands out

Comfortable, spacious rooms

Very clean throughout

Good breakfast buffet

Quiet resort atmosphere

Watch out for

Building needs some renovation

Expensive nightly rates

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