Kahala Hotel & Resort

Visitors in search of a resort on Oahu that’s located outside of Waikiki, should consider the Kahala Hotel & Resort, ensconced in the upscale Kahala residential community. The resort is resplendent with exotic gardens, a waterfall and lagoon, and is home to Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles and

The property sits on a crescent-shaped stretch of sun-drenched beach overlooking Diamond Head and Koko Head craters.

The resort features more than 300 rooms, breathtaking views of the ocean, the Ko’olau Mountain Range, and the tranquility of Dolphin Lagoon. Kahala Hotel & Resort was built by Conrad Hilton as an exclusive retreat. It opened in 1964, and was embraced by Hollywood celebrities, as well as wealthy travelers seeking a luxurious, private hideaway. It has undergone major renovation since 1964.

The luxurious resort remains a gathering place for celebrities. Families, couples and business travelers have also experienced the resort. Dining options include Hoku’s, Tokyo Tokyo and Seaside Grill. The resort offers much more, including beach activities, a spa, Keiki Club, shopping and rooms for functions, and is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.

Dolphin Quest Hawaii is on site at the resort.

For more information, call 808-739-8888 or toll-free at 1-800-367-2525. The resort is located at 5000 Kahala Ave., Honolulu, HI 96816-5498. Visit the website, www.kahalaresort.com.