Hi! So I have been to Hawaii many times, mostly Maui, but also one time to The Big Island and this winter break we will be going to Oahu! We will be staying the first 4 nights at the Royal Hawaiian, it doesn’t seem they have as many vacation rentals on this island that I can see. I love good pools and amenities and restaurant But fine to be on vacation rentals walking distance!Would you recommend a hotel more on this island? Would you recommend the Ko Olina area? Thank you, I love your content
Oahu has implemented more restrictions on vacation rentals than other islands so you can find them in Waikiki or turtle Bay Area. Ko Olina is a great place to stay for couples and romantic getaways at the Four Seasons. See our video ua-cam.com/video/futdCYees3A/v-deo.htmlsi=zwLpvQF68sgG4xKc
Thanks for watching! Now that you know where to stay, finish your planning with our Oahu itineraries! With one download, your Hawaii vacation planning is complete: thehawaiivacationguide.com/oahu/
watch our video on the island that is best for you, link below. A lot of folks like the Island of Hawaii as it is more affordable and less visitors. ua-cam.com/video/2mIYF41vnhw/v-deo.html
Hi I follow you guys and bought your guide. I booked a stay at the HHV but have now read too many reviews that it’s old musty and outdated rooms and don’t wish to stay there. Is Sheraton updated with better rooms?
We just booked turtle bay before finding this video and guide! So glad we made the right decision. 2 families and 5 kids. Should be a great time. Thanks so much for all the great nuggets!
I worked in the tourist industry in the early 90's when I lived on Maui. I remember a couple overnighters on Oahu back in the 90's, but never really had a desire to the have a real vacation there until watching this video. I've never really seen any good resort footage of Oahu until now. This video is great!! Thank you.
What do you guys think of the Ilikai next to the HHV? We will be traveling with a baby and toddler and the kitchen is appealing. HHV also has kitchens in the HGV buildings but more expensive than the AirBnB/VRBO rentals at the Ilikai.
Love this video - we love waikiki and the North shore! We stay in Waikiki for most of our stay but always come to Turtle Bay for a couple of nights. Where is the waterfall at 22:32?!
Thanks! The waterfall is Waimea Falls, at Waimea Bay on the North Shore. Check out our Turtle Bay Review video for more footage and other things to do on the north shore, if you are interested.
No way! I said it was there but my husband said it wasn't because you couldn't see any of the rocks or anything which are there when you enter the pool of water below the waterfall. Where did you shoot that bit from??
@@Ktjte44 From the observation deck or steps to the left of the falls. The water may have been higher than normal as there was a storm on Oahu during our stay. I'm glad you won the bet with your husband!
Haha! I was so pleased about that too! We're actually just watching your North Shore video and saw it was Waimea. It's different from how I remembered. The first time we went it was strong like that but in all the recent videos we've watched, it's just been a trickle!
Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club is your best bet. They are vacation rentals so come with a kitchen. Others have refrigerators but not microwaves or toasters.
Hello what is the best and easiest way to get to the Hilton Hawaiian Village from the airport? Travelling with a three year old and we are not planning on bringing a car seat. Thanks
Just booked at HHV for the end of may. Do you think $10,000 for 9 nights is worth staying here? I really want to be right on the beach, but I don’t know how I feel about spending this much money. I did look at the other hotels that are on the beach but it seams like the beach area in front of the HHV is a bit less crowded.
Erica's first reaction was wow. We think you can stay at a nicer hotel for a better price (depends on when you're going). Yes, HHV is on a quieter part of Waikiki Beach as it is on the far end but I don't think that is a justification for the price. Check out some of our favorite Waikiki beach hotels here to see if you can find a better price: thehawaiivacationguide.com/stay_category/oahu/ Good luck!!
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide we are planning on going the end of May to the beginning of June. This is our first time going so I have no clue to what I’m doing. 😞
Great vid! HHV is our fave. We prefer the vibe and village concept to the other end of the strip. Ko Olina and Turtle bay are just too far away from everything for us.
We found ourselves spending a lot of time around HHV with Henry as there is so much to do in that complex! I didn't go there when I lived on Oahu but appreciate it now as a visitor and dad.
"Staying at Oahu's most expensive hotels with kids" would be a more accurate title. No filming the Outrigger or Aston Waikiki Beach hotels? No mention of the Waikiki Beach Marriott located near the zoo and aquarium?
@@Alie95 Yes and yes, in as much as I recommend any property on Kalakaua Ave. The rooms are not large, but the views are sweeping. Tiki's restaurant is a fav.
@@christiki295 awesome thank you I plan to take a trip next year with my family what are some places you recommend that a must see with a toddler or in general
Great info thank you, I was just checking prices for our family to stay, per night (Australian dollars), yikes! Hilton $578 Royal Hawaiian $799 Sheraton Waikiki $820 Disney $1288 Four seasons - sold out Marriotts $1400 Turtle bay $1192
Thanks for sharing! Looking at hotels now. Already stayed at Aulani but it’s sooo expensive.
So expensive! Yes, this list isn't budget friendly so we are planning on sharing more affordable, family-friendly places for our next trip to Oahu.
Great video! Our kids are all teens but might enjoy some of the resorts you mentioned.
Even adults will enjoy those pools and the locations! Have a great time on your next trip to Hawaii with your ohana.
Hi! So I have been to Hawaii many times, mostly Maui, but also one time to The Big Island and this winter break we will be going to Oahu! We will be staying the first 4 nights at the Royal Hawaiian, it doesn’t seem they have as many vacation rentals on this island that I can see. I love good pools and amenities and restaurant But fine to be on vacation rentals walking distance!Would you recommend a hotel more on this island? Would you recommend the Ko Olina area? Thank you, I love your content
Oahu has implemented more restrictions on vacation rentals than other islands so you can find them in Waikiki or turtle Bay Area. Ko Olina is a great place to stay for couples and romantic getaways at the Four Seasons. See our video ua-cam.com/video/futdCYees3A/v-deo.htmlsi=zwLpvQF68sgG4xKc
Thanks for watching! Now that you know where to stay, finish your planning with our Oahu itineraries! With one download, your Hawaii vacation planning is complete: thehawaiivacationguide.com/oahu/
watch our video on the island that is best for you, link below. A lot of folks like the Island of Hawaii as it is more affordable and less visitors.
ua-cam.com/video/2mIYF41vnhw/v-deo.html
Can you cook in the room if you have a portable induction cooktop? Or will the hotel fine us?
What!!! Had no idea the Royal Hawaiian shared the pool with the Sheraton. Subscribed!
thanks for subscribing! More O'ahu hotel videos coming out in February!
Hi I follow you guys and bought your guide. I booked a stay at the HHV but have now read too many reviews that it’s old musty and outdated rooms and don’t wish to stay there. Is Sheraton updated with better rooms?
Sheraton Waikiki has better rooms. HHV has a newer tower if you can get that. We prefer the Royal Hawaiian and Sheraton for the location and pools.
We just booked turtle bay before finding this video and guide! So glad we made the right decision. 2 families and 5 kids. Should be a great time. Thanks so much for all the great nuggets!
You made a good choice. They are doing a big remodel right now too so it should be even nicer. We can't wait for it to open again!
Thanks, this is so helpful and fun to watch with you and you adorable little guy.
Thanks so much! Have a great trip!!
Great vlog ☺️
I worked in the tourist industry in the early 90's when I lived on Maui.
I remember a couple overnighters on Oahu back in the 90's, but never really had a desire to the have a real vacation there until watching this video.
I've never really seen any good resort footage of Oahu until now.
This video is great!! Thank you.
Thank you so much! What a compliment! We really grew to love Oahu when we lived there and love going back to visit now.
We are spoiled. We like staying at the Marriott Beach Club.
That is a great place!
thanks for sharing..... marriott ko olina for us will be the best hands down...lol... turtle bay can be crzy expensive....
yes it can be! especially after their recent remodel. Ko Olina has nice resorts.
What is considered the high months?
The summer and the holidays. See here for details thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-time-to-visit-hawaii/
Very informative channel. Keep up the good work
Best Hawaii informative channel evaaaa!
Aloha- any recommendations on reef-safe sunscreens for toddlers? Heard it's required in 2021!
Any non-nano mineral based sunscreen (reef friendly) is great. And sun protective clothing is excellent to use.
Whats the best time of the year to visit Hawaii? Coming from a person who lives in Texas and is planning a trip soon
thanks for asking, here is an article with a video on when to visit: thehawaiivacationguide.com/worst-time-to-visit-hawaii/
What do you guys think of the Ilikai next to the HHV? We will be traveling with a baby and toddler and the kitchen is appealing. HHV also has kitchens in the HGV buildings but more expensive than the AirBnB/VRBO rentals at the Ilikai.
Love this video - we love waikiki and the North shore! We stay in Waikiki for most of our stay but always come to Turtle Bay for a couple of nights. Where is the waterfall at 22:32?!
Thanks! The waterfall is Waimea Falls, at Waimea Bay on the North Shore. Check out our Turtle Bay Review video for more footage and other things to do on the north shore, if you are interested.
No way! I said it was there but my husband said it wasn't because you couldn't see any of the rocks or anything which are there when you enter the pool of water below the waterfall. Where did you shoot that bit from??
And thanks for replying! 😊
@@Ktjte44 From the observation deck or steps to the left of the falls. The water may have been higher than normal as there was a storm on Oahu during our stay. I'm glad you won the bet with your husband!
Haha! I was so pleased about that too! We're actually just watching your North Shore video and saw it was Waimea. It's different from how I remembered. The first time we went it was strong like that but in all the recent videos we've watched, it's just been a trickle!
Would you be able to share and make a video on family resorts with water parks in Hawaii❤️
Hello, any of these hotels offer a refrigerator and microwave or toaster?
Thank you!!!
Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club is your best bet. They are vacation rentals so come with a kitchen. Others have refrigerators but not microwaves or toasters.
Hello what is the best and easiest way to get to the Hilton Hawaiian Village from the airport?
Travelling with a three year old and we are not planning on bringing a car seat. Thanks
If you're not bringing a car seat, then use Roberts Hawaii bus or The Bus (city bus)
With 3400 rooms, the Hilton allows outsiders onto the resort? Seems like it would be crowded enough.
the grounds are massive, easy to get lost.
is there any resort in hawaii with daycare services ??
the nice resorts have kids clubs. If not, the concierge can recommend day nannies
Hey there! Is it possible to get a resort pass for like a day to spend at the pool to the Sheraton or Aulani for example?
we haven't heard of such an option. Aulani doesn't but call the Sheraton if they do.
Thank you for great video and information. We plan to stay at the Hilton. BTW, which month did you visit in?
We love on Maui so we go over throughout the year. Watch our time to visit video for weather info. Thanks for watching?
Just booked at HHV for the end of may. Do you think $10,000 for 9 nights is worth staying here?
I really want to be right on the beach, but I don’t know how I feel about spending this much money. I did look at the other hotels that are on the beach but it seams like the beach area in front of the HHV is a bit less crowded.
Erica's first reaction was wow. We think you can stay at a nicer hotel for a better price (depends on when you're going). Yes, HHV is on a quieter part of Waikiki Beach as it is on the far end but I don't think that is a justification for the price. Check out some of our favorite Waikiki beach hotels here to see if you can find a better price: thehawaiivacationguide.com/stay_category/oahu/
Good luck!!
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide we are planning on going the end of May to the beginning of June. This is our first time going so I have no clue to what I’m doing. 😞
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide the royal Hawaiian is even more expensive.
Great vid!
HHV is our fave. We prefer the vibe and village concept to the other end of the strip. Ko Olina and Turtle bay are just too far away from everything for us.
We found ourselves spending a lot of time around HHV with Henry as there is so much to do in that complex! I didn't go there when I lived on Oahu but appreciate it now as a visitor and dad.
"Staying at Oahu's most expensive hotels with kids" would be a more accurate title.
No filming the Outrigger or Aston Waikiki Beach hotels? No mention of the Waikiki Beach Marriott located near the zoo and aquarium?
Have you been? If so where would you recommend or do you think air b n b is better?
@@Alie95 Yes and yes, in as much as I recommend any property on Kalakaua Ave. The rooms are not large, but the views are sweeping. Tiki's restaurant is a fav.
@@christiki295 awesome thank you I plan to take a trip next year with my family what are some places you recommend that a must see with a toddler or in general
For a toddler, Kuhio Beach ⛱ is best as it has a breakwater. Keikis or kids also perform hula at the Royal Hawaiian Center.
Why don't I ever see many umbrellas o Waikiki beach? Everyone seems to be out in the sun.
can you go on the pool if you are only visiting?
The Aulani?
Afraid the Aulani doesn’t offer day pool
passes to non guests
We are in Canada and the top of the volcano in maui was no big deal a little windy but nothing like real winter in Canada
Great info thank you, I was just checking prices for our family to stay, per night (Australian dollars), yikes!
Hilton $578
Royal Hawaiian $799
Sheraton Waikiki $820
Disney $1288
Four seasons - sold out
Marriotts $1400
Turtle bay $1192
Thanks for sharing. Hawaii is an expensive place to visit. See our Waikiki value hotel video for alternatives.
Get an Airbnb condo rental instead