Family-Friendly Accommodations in Hawaiʻi
Imperial Hawaiʻi Resort, Oʻahu
The Imperial Hawaiʻi Resort offers a family-friendly vacation experience and exceptional value in the heart of Waikīkī. Condo-style units with full kitchens and lānai include amenities like a rooftop pool, sauna, and free weekly activities like ʻukulele lessons, hula classes, lei making and live music. Just steps from the beach and walkable to shops, dining, and attractions, the resort helps families save, giving you more to spend on adventures and experiences to fully enjoy paradise.
The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Oʻahu
The Kahala Hotel & Resort is a legendary oceanfront destination along the shores of Oʻahu, known for its five-star service and gracious Hawaiian hospitality. Located within Honolulu’s luxurious Kahala district, The Kahala offers a tranquil hideaway along a secluded beachfront, just minutes away from bustling Waikīkī. Since opening, The Kahala has been Honolulu’s most coveted social address, attracting world leaders, royalty, musical icons and more to their Hawaiian home-away-from-home.
Mana Kai Maui, Maui
We offer one– and two–bedroom ocean front condominiums and hotel–style units. The mile–long Keawakapu Beach is literally at your doorstep. Enjoy our many complimentary services including maid service, pool towel exchange, free parking, free wi-fi access, free local phone calls and whales (seasonal), fitness center, gas barbecue grills and much more. Mana Kai Maui has everything to help create your perfect vacation with the warmth of true aloha spirit. We look forward having you join our ʻohana (family)!
Waikīkī Malia, Oʻahu
Waikīkī Malia is a welcoming and affordable hotel in the heart of Waikīkī, steps from Waikīkī Beach, dining and shopping. With comfortable rooms, an outdoor pool and hot tub, and on-site restaurants and bar, it’s the perfect base for exploring O‘ahu. Ideal for families, couples and solo travelers, Waikīkī Malia combines convenience, value and genuine aloha, making it a standout destination for those seeking a relaxed and memorable Waikīkī experience.
Waimea Plantation Cottages, Kauaʻi
Waimea Plantation Cottages, tucked away in West Kauaiʻi on 43 acres of tropical landscaping, sits along a 2-mile, black-sand walking beach. 59 authentic one- to five-bedroom vintage plantation homes, built from the 1880s to 1930s, connect the resort to Kauaʻi’s agricultural history. Sleeping two to 10 guests, families may choose to stay in one large cottage or split up into individual cottages. Families can walk across the lawn to have a meal together, gather at the oceanfront pool, or meet at the on-property restaurant.
The Cliffs at Princeville, Kauaʻi
Nestled on a secluded bluff in luxurious Princeville, The Cliffs at Princeville is a tranquil enclave of spacious one-, two- and four-bedroom suites on 22 lush acres overlooking Kauaʻi’s majestic North Shore. Families can relax and unwind in affordable condo–style living, making it easy to venture out and explore miles of unspoiled beaches, taro fields, the charm of historic Hanalei and the lure of the Nāpali Coast, returning to breathtaking sunsets and the convenience of an island home away from home. Pools, pickleball, tennis, putting greens, walking trails and nearby golf complement an award-winning reputation for sustainability, infused with the warmth of aloha.
Family-Friendly Activities in Hawaiʻi
PacWhale Eco-Adventures, Maui
PacWhale Eco-Adventures was founded over 40 years ago to save humpback whales from extinction through awareness and education, while also funding our nonprofit’s research and conservation work. Today, we proudly continue that legacy with Maui’s #1 whale–watching tours. But we’re more than just whale experts—we’re your gateway to exploring all things ocean! Whether you dive into the vibrant underwater world on a snorkel tour or unwind on our award-winning dinner cruise, every adventure is guided by certified marine naturalists who bring the ocean’s wonders to life. Set sail on one of Maui’s highest-rated ocean adventures.
Sea Life Park, Oʻahu
Sea Life Park is the perfect choice for up-close animal experiences on Oʻahu! Bring the entire ʻohana to enjoy a memorable dolphin encounter in shallow water where guests can observe, touch and interact with bottlenose dolphins. Other memorable experiences include sea lion encounters, or an exciting shark snorkel with whitetip reef sharks and tropical fish. All animal encounters include general admission to the park.
Waikīkī Beach Services, Oʻahu
Waikīkī Beach Services (WBS) has been in operation on Waikīkī Beach since 1955, offering surf lessons, outrigger canoe rides and beach rentals to visitors and locals alike. The WBS’ founding mission was to deliver memorable ocean experiences to its guests through interaction with its skilled watermen, the Waikīkī Beachboys. While the beach around us has changed over the years, the purpose and mission of Waikīkī Beach Services has remained the same: Share our love and expertise in the Hawaiian arts of surfing and canoe surfing, perpetuate the legacy of the Waikīkī Beachboy and continue to act as stewards of our beloved Waikīkī Beach.