It is a quiet place. We had taken two rooms with mountain views, and it was nice to be able to look out over the landscape from the room. The rooms were spacious and clean. The beach is easily accessible and very pleasant, and it's possible to swim without risk. It's a pleasure to see the dolphins playing with the toys provided during shows, especially when they've been forgotten. If you want to go for a walk, it's easy and very pleasant. The nearest shopping center is about a 1/2-hour walk away. The pool is a little small, but the beach makes up for it.

A handheld shower head would be a plus in this type of hotel. You need a taxi to go in the downtown. Some information on what's close to the hotel would have been appreciated .

Beach and location are really nice. Close to Honolulu to get out but you don't feel like close to the city. Beach very clean and perfect to relax. Rooms are very clean and spacious. Staff is great and very helpful. We do recommend getting dinner at the arancinos, best italian restaurant we've been in the US.

Pool area and pool not that big. Pool restaurant not so well organized. Walking paths to the gym or beach could be more thoughtful. Light could be better in front of the bathroom mirror. For us was a really good 4 star hotel and close to 5 stars compared to asian or arabic 5 star. We can not compare to other 5 star in the US.

Who saved our stay is only one employee, your name is Robert from Vallet Park. It’s because we was on honeymoon and ask for a king bed room, but nobody from frontdesk or concierge was sensible, just Robert help us and he is very friendly much more that all other superior employees

I thought it was wonderful! We came from the Four Seasons in Oahu Kona and we thought the property was very comparable for a great price… We thought the Italian restaurant was a wonderful. The rooms were adorable and they did major upgrade since the last time I had been there. The staff is very sweet and kind and of course we adore the dolphins! Absolutely come again and recommend it to my clients as a travel agent!!!

I love the oceanfront room view, but I wish I had a balcony that I could have sat on.

As a return visitor, I love the Kahala for its open and airy spaces, wonderful neighborhood, friendly and prompt service, and standout hotel bathroom.

The hotel might be looking a little rough around the edges - I think it needs some detailed maintenance work on the guest floors - attention to peeling wallpaper and scuffed doors. I also don't love how children run wild and scream in the pool all day long. I had to move seats several times to get away from children shrieking (their parents off on the beach or paying little attention). I think the pool staff could do a bit more to step in and create an environment of relaxation if not decorum by the pool.

Attentive service, friendly staff, beach front

Drain in the room shower did not drain properly.

Behind of Diamondhead Mountain There are few Luxuries House area. In the middle of there, kahala hotel & resort was located. In front of hotel resort, The kahala beach as private & For only Hotel guests pool is so good. This Boutique Hotel with italian restaurant, beach cafe, restaurant, Fusion French restaurant & loung cafe are high quality interiors & nice foods & drinks & hotel staffs high-end services & professional !!!. I will stay in here only when I visiting Honolulu.

A few walking people around pool & resort garden, it is uncomfortable.

View from our room was very good. Dolphin pond was pretty exceptional and fun to look at. Beach proximity to room, pool, and beachfront bar was top notch. The Beach attendant getting us set up in lawn chairs on beach, then installing towel cover, table, etc. Very nice.

Toilet space was a liitle tight. Puzzling design.

Staff was very attentive and hospitable. Very welcoming. Very clean. Feels like luxury. It’s a bit remote, so you have to Uber or drive off the property in order to find other dining options.

My main complaint was the breakfast. The vibe of the breakfast restaurant is fantastic with amazing beachside views. We did a la carte one morning, and it was good but slow to come out. We did the buffet the next morning, but we were not impressed with the food quality or the selections, especially considering the price.

Loved taking bikes out for a ride to diamond head and the dolphins

Extra charges for parking