The Pool at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki

"Following a $60 million-plus overhaul, the pink palazzo-style landmark reopened in 2009 with a brand-new pool and Royal Beach Club cabanas"

"Away from the sand, the Tower Pool offers a more sedate atmosphere, and Helumoa Playground features a water slide and interactive fountain area for kids"

""Vintage Hawaiian luxury" in an "unsurpassed" location with Waikiki "at your doorstep", this "venerable" pink icon, built in 1927, is a "step back in time", and though its "beautiful", "comfortable" rooms are "a bit small" compared to modern luxury properties, those in the historic section have "a lot of class", and the "well-trained" staff provides "superb", "heartfelt" service; draws include "gorgeous" views, "top-notch" restaurants, an "awesome" spa and a pool – "nothing is cheap", but it's "very worth it"

"The hotel's own, smaller beachfront pool remains a favorite"