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4- and 5-star hotels in Kapolei
This shortlist covers the 4- and 5-star hotels in Kapolei, from a five-star Four Seasons to villa-style resorts at Ko Olina. It is for travellers choosing between full-service resort stays and self-contained villas on Oahu's leeward coast.
Staying in Kapolei
Kapolei sits on the leeward side of Oahu, and the hotels on this list cluster at Ko Olina, where the addresses name Olani Street, Waialii Place, Ali Inui Drive and Waipahe Place. That is the resort corner of Kapolei: beachfront grounds, lagoons and pools rather than a town-centre setting.
The choice comes down to style. Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is the only 5-star entry, rated 4.6 from 3069 reviews. Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa carries the largest review base at 13138, also 4.6, and suits families with its kids pool and playground. Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club, rated 4.6 from 5613 reviews, offers kitchens and kitchenettes. The Ko Olina Beach Villas addresses on Waialii Place are 4.7-rated two- and three-bedroom villas, good for groups who want space and a garden or outdoor pool. Couples gravitate to the Four Seasons and the villas; families to Aulani and Marriott; villa guests get the most privacy.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina
92 1001 Olani Street, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThe only 5-star address on this list, Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina pairs a lagoon-side setting on Olani Street with a full spread of amenities: fitness centre, spa-style grooming salon and dining from breakfast onward. Families are well served by babysitting service and family rooms, while a golf course and canoe outings suit active guests. Rated 4.6 out of 5 across 3069 reviews, it fits travellers who want resort polish and beach access in one place.
See Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko OlinaTwo bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort
92 104 Waialii Pl. #O 212, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTwo-bedroom villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort on Waialii Place give groups and families room to spread out, with a garden and free car parking on site and free wifi throughout. The layout suits travellers who prefer apartment-style space to a single hotel room. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 from 1472 reviews, among the highest scores on this list.
See Two bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas ResortThree bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort
92 104 Waialii Pl. #O 212, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
Why stay hereThree-bedroom villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort on Waialii Place are built for larger parties, with an outdoor pool and lifts serving the property, plus laundry service for longer stays. The extra bedroom count makes it a practical choice for extended families or friends travelling together. It shares the resort's 4.7 out of 5 guest rating from 1472 reviews.
See Three bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas ResortAulani A Disney Resort & Spa
92 1185 Ali Inui Drive, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereAulani A Disney Resort & Spa on Ali Inui Drive is the liveliest option here, with a private beach, outdoor pool, kids pool and playground alongside a spa, jacuzzi and sauna for adults. Dining, bars and a market are all on site, and babysitting service helps parents take advantage of them. Its 4.6 out of 5 rating comes from 13138 reviews, the largest sample on this list.
See Aulani A Disney Resort & SpaMarriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club
92 161 Waipahe Place, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereMarriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club on Waipahe Place suits guests who want to cook and settle in: villas include kitchens or kitchenettes with dishwashers, plus balconies and family rooms. A private beach, outdoor pool and fitness centre cover the days, with a golf course nearby. It holds 4.6 out of 5 from 5613 reviews.
See Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach ClubAulani Disney Vacation Club Villas
92 1185 Aliinui Dr., Kapolei, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAulani Disney Vacation Club Villas on Aliinui Drive combine a private beach and outdoor pool with a spa, health club and jacuzzi, plus a kids pool for younger guests. Free car parking and shuttle service make it easy to come and go, and the arcade and shops keep everyone occupied. It is a 4-star property with no guest rating listed.
See Aulani Disney Vacation Club VillasSpacious Fourth Floor Villa with Pool View Ocean Tower at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort
92 104 Waialii Pl, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThis fourth-floor villa in the Ocean Tower at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort is named for its pool view, and the unit adds a kitchen, balcony and washer for self-catering stays. A fitness centre, jacuzzi, sauna and spa are on site, and the beach is nearby. It is a 4-star property; no guest rating is listed.
See Spacious Fourth Floor Villa with Pool View Ocean Tower at Ko Olina Beach Villas ResortBeach Villas at Ko Olina by Ola Properties
92 106 Waialii Place, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereSet on Waialii Place in Ko Olina, this 4-star property suits families who want a resort-style base with plenty of on-site facilities. Guests can alternate between the outdoor pool and the kids pool, keep up routines in the gymnasium, and eat without leaving the grounds thanks to the restaurant and pool bar. A sauna and steam bath round out the relaxation options, while parking, lifts, laundry service and shops cover the practical side of a longer stay.
See Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Ola PropertiesLuxury 3BR Ko Olina Beach Villa BT304 Sleeps 8 Ocean Views & 2 Free Parking Steps to Lagoon
92 106 Waialii Place, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereA kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine make longer stays easy, while the outdoor pool and kids pool keep everyone busy on site. The beach is nearby and the sea is within reach; a jacuzzi, fitness centre, terrace and balcony round out the stay. Free wifi, free car parking and a 24 hour front desk are included.
See Luxury 3BR Ko Olina Beach Villa BT304 Sleeps 8 Ocean Views & 2 Free Parking Steps to LagoonThe Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Real Select Vacations
92 106 Waialii Place, Kapolei, United States
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereThe Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Real Select Vacations on Waialii Place offers an outdoor pool and kids pool, a garden and picnic area, plus a spa, with free wifi and free car parking included. Beach access is close by and shops are on site. It is a 4-star property with no guest rating listed.
See The Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Real Select Vacations
The shortlist side by side
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa pairs a kids pool and playground with a private beach and 13138 reviews at 4.6. Aulani Disney Vacation Club Villas adds an arcade and kids pool. Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club brings family rooms, a kitchen and kitchenette, and a private beach, rated 4.6 from 5613 reviews.
Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa · Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club · Aulani Disney Vacation Club Villas
For couples
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is the 5-star option, rated 4.6 from 3069 reviews, with a spa-adjacent resort setting, bars and a fitness centre. The two- and three-bedroom villas on Waialii Place both score 4.7 from 1472 reviews, offering a garden or outdoor pool and more privacy than a hotel room.
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina · Two bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort · Three bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort
For groups and longer stays
Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club has kitchens, dishwashers and laundry service. The two- and three-bedroom villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort sleep larger parties, and the fourth-floor villa with pool view adds a full kitchen, washing machine and terrace. All sit on Waialii Place or Waipahe Place.
Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club · Two bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort · Three bedroom Villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort · Spacious Fourth Floor Villa with Pool View Ocean Tower at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort
For beach and pool time
Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa and Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club both list a private beach, outdoor pool and beach nearby. The Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Real Select Vacations and Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Ola Properties add outdoor pools, kids pools and pool bars on Waialii Place.
Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa · Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club · The Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Real Select Vacations · Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Ola Properties
Questions, answered
Which Kapolei hotel is the only 5-star option?
Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina is the only 5-star hotel on this list. It is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 3069 reviews and offers a fitness centre, bars, a garden and beach access nearby, at 92 1001 Olani Street.
Which hotel suits families best?
Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa lists a kids pool, playground, private beach and babysitting service, and has 13138 reviews at 4.6 out of 5. Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club is an alternative, with family rooms and a kitchen.
Do any hotels have kitchens?
Yes. Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club lists a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher, microwave, oven and refrigerator. The fourth-floor villa with pool view at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort also lists a kitchen, oven, dishwasher and washing machine.
What is the highest-rated hotel on the list?
The two- and three-bedroom villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort on Waialii Place both score 4.7 out of 5 from 1472 reviews. Most others score 4.6, including the Four Seasons, Aulani and Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club.
Are the hotels near a beach?
Several list a private beach: Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa, Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club and Aulani Disney Vacation Club Villas. Others, such as Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina and the villas on Waialii Place, list beach nearby.
Which hotels have laundry facilities?
Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club, Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa and the three-bedroom villas at Ko Olina Beach Villas Resort list laundry service. The fourth-floor pool-view villa adds a washing machine, and Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Ola Properties also lists laundry service.
Is there a hotel with a spa?
Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa lists a spa, sauna and steam room. Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina lists a fitness centre and massage among its facilities, and the Beach Villas at Ko Olina by Real Select Vacations lists a spa.
How many reviews do these hotels have?
Counts vary widely. Aulani A Disney Resort & Spa has the most at 13138, followed by Marriott's Ko'Olina Beach Club at 5613 and Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina at 3069. The Ko Olina Beach Villas entries each record 1472.