Aulani, A Disney Hotel & Resort

Honolulu, Oahu

Virgin rating

Waikolohe Valley
Partial Ocean View Room
Standard Room
Waikolohe Stream
Wailana Pool
Wailana Pool Bar
Standard Room
Waikolohe Valley
Partial Ocean View Room
Standard Room
Waikolohe Stream
Wailana Pool
Wailana Pool Bar
Standard Room

The hotel

The magic of Disney meets the splendour of Hawaii at the Aulani. Relaxed yet regal, highlights include a white sandy beach, tropical gardens, luxurious lagoons and sparkling waterfalls. There’s also the most incredible water complex on-site with winding paths to explore, twisting through misty caverns and lava rocks, thrilling water slides, an interactive play area and 4 whirlpool spas, 2 of which are placed to capture perfectly the Hawaiian sunset! There are water sports in abundance on the beach as well as your own private snorkelling lagoon – Rainbow Reef – offering you close encounters with Angel Fish, Butterfly Fish, Tangs and many, many more. Aunty’s Beach House is a uniquely themed kids’ club with a whole range of exciting activities including traditional wildlife and nature excursions, Hawaiian games, video games, arts and crafts and, of course, Disney movies galore! Whilst younger members of the family are busy, treat yourself to a spa visit, soaking up the serene atmosphere that prevails and waving any lingering cares goodbye. There’s also a state-of-the-art health club with cardio equipment to keep you trim, yoga and tai chi classes. Four restaurants incorporate a fusion of flavours from round the world, using the finest local ingredients to tantalise your taste buds. Whether it’s an intimate sit-down dinner that appeals at the end of the day or a more casual form of dining, Aulani caters for all!

Amenities

  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa

Where is it

At Ko Olina, overlooking a perfect stretch of sandy bay with shallow beach and calm waters. Transfer time from Honolulu Airport: Approximately 30 minutes.

Hotel information

246 hotel rooms, all with air-conditioning, private porch or balcony, flat screen TV, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee maker, mini-fridge, safe, hairdryer, bathrobes, bathroom amenities, iron and ironing board. 

Standard View Rooms with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sleeper sofa or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Garden View Rooms offer at least a partial view of the mountains, spa or landscaping from the room or balcony, with 2 queen-size beds or one king-size bed and one queen-size sleeper sofa, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Partial Ocean View rooms with 2 queen-size beds or one king-size bed and one queen-size sleeper sofa, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Ocean View Rooms have 2 queen-size beds, or one king-size bed and one queen-size sleeper sofa, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

‘AMA‘AMA (open-air dining, temporarily closed), Makahiki (International cuisine open for breakfast and dinner, Disney character breakfast available), Off the Hook (Poolside bar serving casual meals and drinks), The Olelo Room (Upscale lounge serving appetizers and cocktails, with live music on the patio), Wailana Pool Bar (coffee bar from 6.30-10.30am), poolside bar serving drinks and casual fare from 11am-5pm), Mama's Snack Stop (quick-service poolside eatery), Ulu Cafe (Poolside cafe open all day for light meals and grab and go selections), Papalua Shave Ice, Little Opihi's (beachside kiosk serving snacks and drinks). 

Daily activity schedule. Live evening entertainment. ‘Ohana Disney Movie Nights (select nights, weather permitting). 

Pool complex including Waikolohe Stream featuring waterslides, lazy river, and rapids, Waikolohe (main pool with waterslide and pool parties), Wailana Pool, Ka Maka Grotto (family infinity pool), Keiki Cove (interactive splash zone), Menehune Bridge (interactive splash zone), and 4 whirlpool spas. Poolside cabanas*. Beach with toddler activity area and teen zone. Fitness centre. Laniwai Salon and Spa* with 15 treatment rooms and hydrotherapy garden. Aunty’s Beach House (kids’ club, temporarily closed)*. Snorkelling*. Paddle boarding*. Sailing Canoe experience*. 18-hole championship golf course* across from the resort with complimentary shuttle. Menehune Adventure trail. Guided walking tours. HI Style studio for kids. Community hall featuring games, arts and crafts, and movies. Sunrise yoga*. Scuba diving lessons*. Ukelele lessons.

Complimentary WiFi access. Gift shop. Babysitting service*. 24-hour room service*. Laundry/dry cleaning service*. Concierge service. Self-parking and valet parking $37 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

*Denotes local charge.

100% non-smoking hotel.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating U will have the time of your life!

Dec 12, 2024 Venture34422075871 Irvine, California

AMAZING everytime! We joined thru Disney, bought 200 points $20k…. Like buying a car butttt in 5 visits u make that back. Expensive! But worth itt especially for kids! They have a rainbow reef to snorkel w fish! My 6 yr old granddaughter loved it, was very cold water tho. There is s lagoon at the beach very beautiful. A lazy river innertubing w… Read more
AMAZING everytime! We joined thru Disney, bought 200 points $20k…. Like buying a car butttt in 5 visits u make that back. Expensive! But worth itt especially for kids! They have a rainbow reef to snorkel w fish! My 6 yr old granddaughter loved it, was very cold water tho. There is s lagoon at the beach very beautiful. A lazy river innertubing w family under lil waterfalls serene and lounging. The volcano 2 slides which exit into lazy river is always fun and kids r on it. There is an infinity pool for adults and another adult pool too. Several on property that close down about 9pm. Great wedding venue! Got married on Wailea beach 2012 just an awesome time! 9pm. A couple restaurants w great food. Paradise cove luau is right next door u can walk to it but book quickly as sells out. U can buy alcohol/drinks and interact walk around-go there every vacation- beautiful sunset! Kahlúa Ranch has atvs, horses, ziplining, catamaran. Visit Oahu walk around at night. We also hopped over to Maui for 2 days a few yrs ago and glad we got a chance to see it before it unfortunately and sadly burned🙏🙏. Lahaina pizza was best i ever had. We go about every 2-3 yrs but book 11mths in advance which helps pay off airfare for 6-8 ppl but use Hawaiian ccards as u get points toward airfare. U can also book local like Disneyland hotel or las vegas if u wana drive places vs flying but beats having to pay $3500-4200 hotel week on top of airfare. We always look forward to it everytime! U can also change points to other resorts like animal kingdom Florida orrrr non Disney hotels who r on their list like margaritaville st thomas island megans bay gorgeous! ❤️❤️❤️👌 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A home away from home!

Dec 9, 2024 Jenine E

After our third stay at Aulani, I realised that walking through the front door felt like coming home. It is such a cosy, welcoming space, and everyone is so warm and friendly that you can't help but feel at ease. We've stayed in both a studio apartment and a one-bedroom suite, and both were extremely comfortable and equipped with all the… Read more
After our third stay at Aulani, I realised that walking through the front door felt like coming home. It is such a cosy, welcoming space, and everyone is so warm and friendly that you can't help but feel at ease. We've stayed in both a studio apartment and a one-bedroom suite, and both were extremely comfortable and equipped with all the amenities needed for a long or short stay. The rooms are thoughtfully designed, blending Hawaiian charm with modern conveniences, making every visit special. Located on the serene Ko Olina coastline of O‘ahu, Aulani is ideally situated for a relaxing holiday while still offering access to some of Hawaii’s most popular attractions. The resort sits about 40 minutes from Honolulu and Waikiki Beach, and it’s a short drive to the stunning beaches of the North Shore, the hiking trails of Waimea Valley, or the must-see experience of the Polynesian Cultural Center. Closer to the resort, you’ll find Ko Olina Lagoons—calm, picturesque beaches perfect for a day of sunbathing or snorkelling—and the Ko Olina Golf Club. As a resort and a Disney resort, Aulani does lean toward the pricier end of the spectrum. Food and beverages are on the more expensive side, but the quality is generally excellent, with a variety of dining options to suit different tastes. For those seeking flexibility or wanting to save a bit, the rooms with kitchenettes are fantastic for preparing your meals. Just a short walk out of the resort, you will also find a few restaurants, a convenience store and a few other interesting shops. While Aulani offers plenty to keep you entertained within the resort, I highly recommend hiring a car to explore the island fully. Having a car gives you the freedom to discover hidden gems like Lanikai Beach, the local farmers' markets, or the vibrant food trucks along the highways. O‘ahu has so much to offer, and Aulani is a perfect base for these adventures. Read less
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Dec 8, 2024 AM_of_Oz Coffs Harbour, Australia

Hit and Miss - Pros and Cons. Beautiful resort in a stunning location, but quite far off from the main parts of Oahu if you want to get around anywhere outside it. It's visually stunning, details in every area just waiting to be found and noticed, lovely greenery, and high quality looking artistic elements and design. Comfortable room and… Read more
Hit and Miss - Pros and Cons. Beautiful resort in a stunning location, but quite far off from the main parts of Oahu if you want to get around anywhere outside it. It's visually stunning, details in every area just waiting to be found and noticed, lovely greenery, and high quality looking artistic elements and design. Comfortable room and amenities, very tall beds and bath (I'm short so this was a bit of a struggle lol!) and I found the water pressure not great in the shower. I found the staff very friendly and attentive everywhere we went. Super lovely people working hard. I was not impressed with the HeleHele transport drivers, the greeter we had was amazing, and the staff who called were nice and helpful - but the drivers were gruff, unimpressed and clearly hadn't communicated with the actual base staff. So it's not a good look that this resort recommends them. I did find the seating in food areas to be less than ideal. For instance in Ulu Cafe there's literally just 3 picnic tables and one bench. Nowhere else to sit and eat your food. That's just not good enough. I found the pizza here to be bad and the chicken tenders and fries also basic. At Off The Hook there is seating but again, could get congested quickly during peak time periods. But the Mickey Waffles were amazing! There's no real coffee bar after 10AM. That seems like a super huge missed opportunity. There's drip coffee, but again not ideal at all. The Luau entertainment was amazing, but the staff there were not engaged organised or considerate IMHO. I also found the food there basic and not impressive at all. The prime rib was tough and chewy, macnut salad was tasteless, so was the fish, teriyaki chicken was very nice, so was the brownie. Nothing else really stood out to me. Uncles storytelling was a must do, highly recommend that. Our last meal dinner was spent at Makahiki onsite, attentive staff with delicious quality food I would recommend. Read less
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Dec 1, 2024 Emma D

This had been on our disney bucket list for a long time and safe to say it did not disappoint. Tropical disney heaven. It's the only way to explain it. Great choice of restaurants, stunning location. The staff can't do enough to help you. We loved it so much we bought dvc when we were there and made it our home resort despite living in the UK.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Aulani - Great for families.

Nov 26, 2024 yerrbo yerrbo

There is a lot to do here for families, the location is pretty amazing and the service is great. The food at the resort is alright, but that’s pretty standard for Disney. The kids club is great and there are a ton of kid friendly activities so if you have a family with children, this resort makes your life very easy. The rooms are just OK, but… Read more
There is a lot to do here for families, the location is pretty amazing and the service is great. The food at the resort is alright, but that’s pretty standard for Disney. The kids club is great and there are a ton of kid friendly activities so if you have a family with children, this resort makes your life very easy. The rooms are just OK, but far from luxury. The staff are all wonderful but the resort does seem to be a bit understaffed compared to our last visit. Read less