Halekulani HotelvsMauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Halekulani Hotel ranks significantly better than Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows. Halekulani Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 97 with positive reviews from 17 publications such as BlackBook, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
Halekulani Hotel Show All Reviews
2199 Kalia Road, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $530/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Since opening in 1917 on this prime Waikiki beachfront spot, the Halekulani has grown to 454 rooms—but it still manages to feel like the most intimate, peaceful hotel on the island."
Jetsetter
"A heavenly Waikiki Beach hotel with an award-winning spa and five restaurants and lounges." Full review
Fodor's
"From the moment you step into the lobby, the attention to detail and impeccable service wrap you in privilege at this beachfront location away from Waikiki's bustle." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"One of the island's best hotels... formal, understated elegance." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Elegant and upscale, the Halekulani - 'House Befitting Heaven' - is Waikiki's only true luxury hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Service rules at this recently renovated 5-acre Waikiki Beach beauty, which has existed for nearly a century." Full review
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DK Eyewitness
"Located on the beach, the Halekulani defines elegance. It has manicured tropical grounds, tastefully simple decor, a spa, superb cuisine at La Mer and its signature “orchid pool.”"
Star Service
"Like a diamond on a rhinestone cap, this exceptionally elegant hotel is a standout in the heart of Waikiki." Full review
Michelin Guide
"One of the top hotels in the world, the graceful Halekulani presides over the shores of Waikiki Beach like an elegant grande dame."
Gayot
"Nestled along historic Gray's Beach in Waikiki, this hotel is widely known as one of the best on the island."
Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection Show All Reviews
68-1400 Mauna Lani Drive, Puako, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743
From $328/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter
"Big resort perks with a small resort heart, including two golf courses, a turtle sanctuary and a Hawaiian-inspired spa." Full review
Frommer's
"After a $30-million renovation that wrapped up in late 2013, the posh guest rooms once again gleam with understated elegance." Full review
Gayot
"Even if you weren't familiar with this hotel's longstanding reputation for quality service and unforgettable surroundings, you'd be impressed the minute you walked through the door."
Oyster
Luxury
"This beautiful luxury beach resort on the Kohala Coast is chock-full of excellent features: top-rated dining, golfing, tennis, fitness training, and spa experiences." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The rooms here are large and all but 27 have ocean views. Every room has a lānai (veranda), air-conditioning, robes, coffee, and other high-end touches."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Built atop a lava flow, this eco-friendly resort is famed for its sea turtle rehabilitation program." Full review
Afar Magazine
"A tree for shade, sand, tide pools to explore, a canoe house (hale) covering a koa canoe nearby, and a friendly turtle (honu) who feeds here are all part of what could be a perfect day." Full review
Fodor's
"One of the most romantic settings on the Kohala Coast, this landmark restaurant near the ocean showcases the inventive cuisine of chef Allan Nagun." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The breezy arrow-shaped Mauna Lani Bay Hotel points seaward from a white sand promontory within view of three volcanoes." Full review
Hideaway Report
91.0
"Dramatic resort-estate in a beachfront setting on the Kohala Coast." Full review