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Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort - a Vacation Dream
Turning 50 and still excelling in charm and entertainment, the Hilton Hawaiian
Village Resort is one of the most popular Oahu resorts. There
might be close to a hundred hotels
in Waikiki,
but this is only one that classifies as a true resort with 5 pools, a 5-acre saltwater lagoon, 5 hotel towers, 20 restaurants, and 100 shops on 20 beachfront acres. I'm impressed how this remains a magical place over the decades and could be considered an Oahu attraction itself.
Located at the entrance to Waikiki and neighboring the Ala Moana Center, this popular Oahu resort is the center of attention and big enough that it stands on its own!
Hilton Hawaiian Village Lobby EntranceYour Stay at the Hilton Hawaiian Village
Ali’i Tower
The Alii Tower LobbyThis tower is for you if the words “exclusive, luxurious,
enhanced and private” are important to you. The Ali’i Tower
is considered to be the elite choice at the Hawaiian Hilton
Village. The accommodations, service and amenities are at
there highest grade, including a private pool and fitness center.
Rainbow Tower
This is a pretty popular tower, as you might have seen it in photos and postcards with a rainbow painted from head to toe on the beachside of the building.
Hilton Rainbow TowerThe Rainbow Tower sits next to the beach, Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon, and main pool. It would be my first choice if and when I've was staying here!
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Tapa Tower
Hilton Tapa PoolHappens to be the oldest hotel tower in the resort. The Tapa Tower today is geared a little more towards business visitors.
It’s closest to the Mid-Pacific Conference
Center, and also has a conference center floor of its own.
Tapa Tower also resides close to many shops and restaurants.
The Kalia Tower
Kalia Tower LobbyHome to a unique Hawaiian artifact collection provided by the Bishop Museum –a must see! Along with the Tapa Tower, it happens reside close to the main conference center and towards the front of the resort.
But the Kalia Tower also has
direct access to the extensive Mandara Spa, which can be a nice
relaxing spot in the 22 acre resort to hangout.
Diamond Head Tower
Diamond Head Tower LobbyThis is more of a general tower with a nice lobby, located close to
the middle of the Hilton Hawaiian Resort. The Diamond Head
Tower is surrounded by shops, restaurants, tropical gardens, and has nice courtyard pool that is shared with the Tappa Tower.
Lagoon Tower
Located next to the beautiful beach lagoon and Paradise Pool, is the “Lagoon Tower” that is reserved for timeshare guests. The rooms are designed to be vacation condos with full kitchens inside.
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Hilton Resort Facilities
Overlooking the Super PoolThe Hilton Hawaiian Village has created an adventurous tropical setting that offers many surprises and neat finds throughout the resort.
The Rainbow Bazaar, multiple resort pools, fantastic swimming
lagoon, extensive sandy beach, Mandara Spa, Rainbow Revue, Friday Night Fireworks, and a rooftop Hawaiian Luau are all attractions that make up this resort's unique experience.
Rainbow Bazaar
The main entrance drive leads into the famous Rainbow
Bazar that is surrounded by 40 retail shops set in a Pacific-Rim thyme
that includes a 50 ft
Japanese pagoda & farm house, a Thai
Temple, and two huge granite lion statues that lead the path into the
“Hong Kong Alley”.
Note worthy shops and eateries – Most of the resort shops and
restaurants are unique, but make sure to check out Aloha Ukulele,
Honolulu Cookie Company, ABC Store (if you have never seen one), Noa
Noa (island creations), and
Lappert’s Hawaii Ice Cream.
Hilton Hawaiian Poolside
Hilton Hawaiian Super PoolThis Oahu resort features 5 swimming pools, including a new 2-tiered 5000 sq ft pool with 3 tropical waterfalls, running streams and bridges to cross, 2 heated soaking spas, and 4 fun watersides to slide down on, including a 75 ft long lava tube ride.
Hilton Paradise PoolHere's some footage of the main pool located just beyond the lobby as you head towards Duke Kahanamoku Beach. This pool is spacious with lots of curves and fun features.
Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon
On the right hand side of the beach is a 5
acre man-made water recreation lagoon. I remember
playing around in
it as a kid, but it did not look like the beautiful picture below!
The Duke Kahanamoku recently got a 15 million dollar renovation, and looks more beautiful than ever! Today the swimming lagoon remains clean with 15,000 gallons of fresh ocean water pumping in every minute.
Additional
coconut palm trees,
tropical plants and a two-tiered waterfall on a center island has
turned this spot into a destination verses just an attraction.
Duke Kahanamoku Beach
Duke's Beach Sunset HourIf you are excited to step onto Waikiki Beach, you will discover the largest section of sand here at Duke Kahanamoku Beach, that resides right in front of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort.
There is a protective sea wall that provides some
calm ideal swimming conditions. You will also find an array
of water activities, from kayaking to stand up paddle boarding,
available thru the beach activity center.
Surfing Waikiki
Learning how to surf in Waikiki is like learning how to ride a bike. With a little guidance and persistence you will be standing up surfing in no time. Lessons start from shore, reviewing some of the mechanics and safety.
Now the fun begins as you paddle out on a longboard with you guide beside you in search of waves and riding them back to shore... it’s an amazing feeling hard to put into words! Book a 2 hour private lesson or a group lesson.
Mandara Spa
I’m not a big spa person, but if I had to visit one…this is the place to go! Taking up 2 floors in the Kalia Tower, you will find the Mandara Spa.
They provide 25
different
treatments ranging from a Hawaiian Pikake Flower Facial to a Lomi Lomi
Massage. The Mandara Spa also has a full service salon on its
premises.
Magical Sunsets at the Hilton
Sunset over the Hilton Hawaiian LagoonThe Hilton Resort grounds are a perfect setting for viewing magical Hawaiian sunsets. Try and watch one that sets across the Hilton Lagoon and beyond Ala Moana Magic Island... it's unforgettably beautiful.
Rainbow Revue & Fireworks show
Make sure you’re around the Super Poolside before 7pm on Friday. The Oahu Hilton Hawaiian Village puts on an amazing 45 minute performance that includes a lighting of the torches ceremony, live Hawaiian music, and Polynesian dance performances.
There are also activities for the Kekei’s (kids), a tribute to the legendary Duke Kahanamoku, and a grand finale of fireworks. Purchase a poolside seat for $15 next to the Ali’i Tower.
Also consider watching the firework display from the water on a catamaran sunset cruise. It's a great way to see the fireworks exploding above you and the Waikiki skyline lite up on shore. Check out more details...
Waikiki Starlight Luau
The Hilton Hawaii Village puts on a special luau every Thursday thru Sunday on top of their conference center roof garden. Guests are entertained with production of live music, Hula performances, Hawaiian cultural activities, and a grand luau spread of food.
Waikiki Starlight LuauThe feast goes far beyond serving just Kalua
Pork with Poi (although
I
find nothing wrong with that). You’ll also find entrees such
as a guava rotisserie sirloin steak and lemongrass Huli Huli
Chicken.
The fun begins at 5:30pm, and costs starts off at $102 for children ages 4-11, and $185 for adults.
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Getting to the Hilton Hawaiian Village
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From the Honolulu Airport, it should take you less than half an hour to
reach the Hilton Hawaiian Village, depending on traffic conditions.
Directions from Honolulu Airport
- Take Paiea St to the Nimitz Freeway
- Enter the Nimitz Hwy and head south towards Waikiki
- The Nimitz Hwy turns into Ala Moana Blvd
- Continue south on Ala Moana Blvd until you reach Waikiki
- Turn right onto the Kalia Rd,
- And finally make a right turn onto Paoa Pl - the resort's entry road
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In the Area
Waikiki Trolley
The Waikiki Trolley is a hop-on hop-off double deck bus that visits many Honolulu attractions including ones surrounding Diamond Head, Waikiki, Ala Moana, Aloha Stadium and more. There are 4 different routes to explore: Scenic Tour, Historic Tour, Shopping Tour, and the Island Tour.
Tickets start around $31.50 for a Child 1-day All Lines pass and $57.75 for an Adult 1-day All Lines pass. You can also purchase the multiple-day passes for not much more if you plan on exploring the island in this mode of transportation for more than one day!
Ala Moana Shopping Center
Walking distance to the Oahu Hilton Hawaiian Village, just across the Ala Wai Canal is the famous Ala Moana Shopping Center, a fascinating open-air 4-story mall, with close to 300 shops and restaurants.
Even if you are not a shopper, the mall itself is pretty impressive and entertaining to see. Catch a free Hawaiian performance on their center stage or grab a drink at the Mai Tai bar located at the top.
Ala Moana Beach Park
If you
would like to stay close to the resort, but
see a different area than Waikiki Beach, then take a 15 minute walk or
short bus ride to Ala Moana Beach Park. I consider
it Oahu’s
local version of Duke Kahanamoku Beach that sits in front of the
Hawaiian Hilton Village.
Diamond Head
Make sure to check out the other side of Waikiki,
towards the Diamond Head Area. You will find both the
Honolulu
Zoo and Waikiki
Aquarium located in the Kapiolani Park area,
which is a fun time for families and kids.
Oahu Submarine Ride
One of the most exciting and adventurous attractions on Oahu
is submerging below Hawaii’s tropical waters in a large 64 passenger submarine. You’ll travel 100 feet deep and beyond
Waikiki’s outer reef.
There are old plane & boat wrecks that are amazing to see, along with small and large different types of marine life that lives below. If you’re lucky, you’ll see schools of fish, sea turtles, dolphins, and maybe even some cruising sharks. It’s a Pacific Ocean adventure and memory you won’t forget! See availability and book now…
Nearby Waikiki Restaurants
Make sure to check out “Best
Waikiki
Restaurants”! As for the surrounding
area, I
would recommend
dinning at Roy’s Restaurant, Goma Tai (in the Ala Moana
Mall), The Chart House (Next door in the Ilakai Hotel), and The Waikiki Brewing Co. for good cheap eats.
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