When it comes to Hawaii, there is a list a mile long of resorts that could be included in my top resorts to visit in Hawaii. With all of the private terraces, golf courses, waterfalls, well-crafted luaus, adult-only pools, kids clubs, and snorkeling to choose from, the amenities are endless with picking the best resort. But as I narrowed down the search, I wanted to give you three of the my top resorts you should consider when visiting Hawaii!
Top Hawaiian Resort #3 – Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, Oahu
Waikiki Beach longstanding Pacific Beach Hotel made waves in 2018 when it unveiled a $125 million renovation and rebrand into the ‘Alohilani. You may need to catch your breath when you step into the stunning, light-filled lobby, which is utterly serene compared to the busy streets of Honolulu. In addition to the soaring ceilings, there are Hawaiian artifacts on display, a gorgeous coral sculpture behind the check-in desk, and best of all, an enormous two-story “oceanarium” at the heart of the hotel filled with tropical fish. The newly renovated rooms, most of which come with at least partial ocean views, have a similarly clean aesthetic and plenty of light. Reclaimed wood headboards and accents throughout the room have a beach feel, and modern updates like bedside USB ports are a welcome touch.
Top Hawaiian Resort #2 – Hotel Wailea, Maui
One of the best resorts in Hawaii according to our readers isn’t beachfront. But that’s actually a positive at Maui’s only luxury adults-only resort, spread over 15 acres with 180-degree views of neighboring Lanai and Kaho‘olawe. Though there’s a shuttle to the beach (and attendants to help you with umbrellas, towels, and the like once you hit the sand), be sure to put your vacation in the hands of the incredible staff. Allow them to organize a beach picnic—a gourmet spread to be enjoyed at sunset. You can also set up kiteboarding lessons, sunset sailing, and aerial yoga. Fan of vintage cars? Take the drive of your dreams in Hotel Wailea’s 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster reproduction.
Top Hawaiian Resort #1 – Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort, Maui
It’s the spirit of Zen, more than Aloha, that greets you as you walk into Andaz’s open-air lobby on Maui. The soaring space is filled with light-colored furniture, all anchored by a sand pit in the center of the room. Above the sand pit, there’s only sky—in the form of an open skylight. It’s immediately clear that Andaz is one of the most modern resorts on Maui—indeed, it’s one of the newer resorts here—one that feels like a rich relative’s beach house, yet still has all the amenities you’d expect.
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