When many travelers think of Hawaii, they think of romantic dinners, and long walks on the beach. However, Oahu is one of the best locations for honeymooners and families alike. Your trip will change drastically if you choose to bring your little ones, but rest assured there are plenty of great options. Choosing where to stay is one of the biggest decisions you will make, and luckily Oahu has some of the best hotel’s for families.
The most friendly family areas of Oahu are Waikiki, Ko Olina, and the North Shore. There are other places to stay on Oahu but they don’t offer a concentration of activities or a selection of family-friendly resorts or lack activities for that the whole family can enjoy.
Best Family Resort’s in Waikiki
Waikiki is the center of Hawaiian tourism. In Waikiki you can find approximately 134 hotels, offering a range of accommodations from luxury resorts to budget-friendly options. These hotels collectively account for around 45,886 rooms, which includes a mix of traditional hotels, condominium hotels, and resorts. With so many options, choosing where to stay with your family can be over whelming. Our choices for the best family resort’s in Waikiki are:
Hilton Hawaiian Village
With its expansive 22-acres of prime ocean front real estate, right on the edge of Waikiki, this is the largest Hilton and one of the largest hotels in the world. There are 3,386 rooms, so this place is always busy and bustling. It has five pools, multiple waterslides, and a man-made lagoon that swimmers can splash around in without a problem. The Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Lagoon is perfect for toddlers and adults alike.
As the Hilton Hawaiian Village is located on the edge of Waikiki this can be seen as a major advantage or a slight inconvenience depending on your needs. If you are looking to spend time in the center of Waikiki, it can be a bit of a hike. However, the location provides a bit of calm in what can often be a bit of an overwhelming location.
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Grand Waikikian
Located with in the Hilton Hawaiian Village, the Vacation Clubs offer the comforts that a hotel room can not. Rooms range from 1-3 bedroom, and all come with a full kitchen. The added space is perfect for those parents looking for a bit of extra space for nap time or other extracurricular activities.
Getting to and from the rooms can feel like a journey in itself, but the extra amenities pay off when it comes time to feed, wash and recharge your hungry crew. There are plenty of options to purchase food and snacks downstairs, but we suggest you plan ahead and get groceries before you arrive to save a few bucks and enjoy a bit more of selection.
Royal Hawaiian
Known as the Pink Palace of the Pacific, a stay the Royal Hawaiian Hotel with your family, is a taste of Hawaiian luxury. The immaculate grounds of the Royal Hawaiian might be better suited for adults, however the Royal offers something that some other luxury resorts lack: access to the kid-friendly amenities at the Sheraton Waikiki hotel next door. Your kids can splash at the Helumoa Playground, with two pools, a waterslide, and a fountain. If parents need some alone time, the kids can enjoy the day at the kids club at the Sheraton Waikiki.
So if you are looking for a relaxing getaway that offers the amenities and fun of a kid friendly resort, the Royal Hawaiian is one of the few options that will appeal to the entire family.
Best Family Resort in Ko Olina
Marriot’s Ko Olina Beach Club
Oahu’s Best Luxury Resort for Families
The Kahala
Best Family Resort on Oahu
Disney’s Aulani