Hawaii

One of the island's best hotels... formal, understated elegance. — Oyster

Here's the ultimate heavenly Hawaii vacation. — Frommer's

This famed hotel has long been the gathering spot of princesses, statesmen, presidents, and A-list celebs for ages, and remains a fave among the rich and famous. — BlackBook

Located on the western side of Waikiki Beach, Halekulani exudes an understated tropical elegance and exceptional service, making it unforgettable. — Forbes Travel Guide

Elegant and upscale, the Halekulani - 'House Befitting Heaven' - is Waikiki's only true luxury hotel. — Lonely Planet

"Worthy of your bucket list", this oceanfront Kaupulehu resort is the "perfect blend of Hawaiian and luxury", offering "large and elegant" rooms (with marble bathrooms and soaking tubs). — Zagat

Blissful, serene and over-the-top, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai surpasses the brand’s already high expectations. — The Telegraph

Luxurious oceanfront accommodations are available here in bungalows that surround three swimming pools. — DK Eyewitness

The seven varied pools at the Four Seasons on the Kona-Kohala coast provide ample opportunity for R&R, as well as fun and games for the kids. — goop

The island's only five-diamond resort earns its accolades with top-flight service and lavish attention to details like fresh orchids in every room. — Lonely Planet

The Grand Hyatt has four pools, the island’s largest waterslide, half-a-dozen domesticated macaws, a sprawling spa set amid jungle waterfalls and seven restaurants. — The Telegraph

Sprawling across 50 acres of a former sugar plantation, Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa is a luxurious escape in sunny Poipu on Kauai's south shore, just half an hour from Lihue Airport. — Forbes Travel Guide

This 602-room behemoth (renovated in 2011) rewards guests with large, tasteful rooms, award-winning golf, immaculate grounds, and a host of high-end restaurants. — Oyster

Grand is the key word at this elegant and luxurious large oceanfront resort. — DK Eyewitness

Overlooking Keoneloa Bay and the Mahaulepu Heritage Trail, this mega-resort is quite possibly one of the best on the island. — Gayot

Built in the Roaring Twenties, the Royal Hawaiian ushered in the glam age of Waikiki Beach. — Afar Magazine

Of the three luxury hotels in Waikiki -- the Moana Surfrider and the Halekulani are the others -- the 528-room Royal Hawaiian provides the most stunning design. — Oyster

With its Moorish-style turrets and archways, the aristocratic, oh-so-pink Royal Hawaiian was Waikiki's first true luxury hotel. — Lonely Planet

A storied hotel fondly known as 'The Pink Palace of the Pacific,' The Royal Hawaiian abounds with tales from decades of history as the lodging of choice. — Gayot

This flamingo-pink oasis, hidden away among blooming gardens within the concrete jungle of Waikiki, is the height of luxury. — Frommer's

The staff at this "serene" Honolulu "oasis" delivers "first-class treatment from arrival to departure" in a "beautiful" beachside setting overlooking a "lagoon with dolphins". — Zagat

On a great swimming beach and close to plenty of golf, this resort is perhaps best known for its lagoon, where guests can mix with bottlenose dolphins through the Dolphin Encounters program. — DK Eyewitness

Service is equally commendable, yet the creatively fashioned digs here are among the loveliest in the islands, competing even with the units at Four Seasons' sibs on Lanai and the Big Island. — Star Service

The Kahala . . . remains the epitome of island luxury and a retreat for famously discerning guests. — The Telegraph

Hidden away in an upscale residential neighborhood, this distinguished property is situated on a secluded cove on Oahu’s pristine coastline just 15 minutes from hectic Waikiki. — Andrew Harper

This gracious resort on Lanai’s south coast overlooks Hulopoe Beach—one of the finest stretches of sand in the state. — Frommer's

The Four Seasons is the only five-star luxury resort on the smallest publicly accessible island in Hawaii, with big name high-end restaurant options, meticulous design and a sophisticated ambience. — The Telegraph

The Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay is a luxury resort secluded on the small island of Lanai. — Oyster

Stepping out onto the pool deck of Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay and soaking up the stunning view of Hulopo’e Beach, you’ll instantly realize that you’ve arrived in paradise. — Forbes Travel Guide

Terraced down a hillside, this elegant hotel overlooks the blue crescent of Hulopoe Bay, a marine preserve where dolphins come to swim. — Gayot

Appealing property in a glorious setting on a promontory overlooking Hanalei Bay. — Andrew Harper

This is one of Kauai's top resorts and is located about an hour from the Lihue Airport on the cooler, greener and wetter North Shore of the island. — Gayot

Originally built as a tropical escape for an English prince, the resort was completely redone last year to echo the natural beauty of Kauai’s North Shore. — Jetsetter

Unveiled in September 2009 after its conversion from a Starwood Luxury Collection property, this resort on Kauai’s North Shore borders two of Hawaii’s most famous golf courses (the Makai... — Travel + Leisure

The 251-room St. Regis Princeville is considered by many to be the premier luxury option in Hawaii, and given the stunning setting overlooking Hanalei Bay, it's hard to disagree. — Oyster

Fresh off a multi-million dollar renovation, the luxurious seaside Four Seasons has contemporary new rooms, more private nooks and new Hawaii-inspired art. — The Telegraph

Four Seasons Resort Maui is located in the town of Wailea, about a half hour from Maui's airport and a prime destination for those whose idea of a vacation is simply beach, sun and pool. — Forbes Travel Guide

This "dream resort" on 15 acres is shaped like a horseshoe, providing views of the Pacific Ocean from almost every guest room. — Condé Nast Traveler

Impeccably stylish, subdued, and relaxing describe most Four Seasons properties, and this low-key elegant one fronting award-winning Wailea Beach is no exception. — Fodor's

"No offense to Mr. Disney", but this Wailea resort "really is the happiest place on earth." — Zagat

"You'll feel like you're at Hogwarts" rather than Lanai City when you stay in this "first-rate", "cool country manor" in the "hills of Lanai" a few miles "upcountry" from its Manele Bay sister. — Zagat

The Victorian-style Four Seasons Resort Lana’i, The Lodge at Koele has extensive and perfectly manicured grounds and a more sophisticated feel than its sister resort. — Forbes Travel Guide

This plantation-style lodge has an orchid house, stables, and an old church on its grounds, offering a blend of refinement and Hawaiian aloha spirit. — Condé Nast Traveler

Always the quieter of the two Four Seasons resorts, this 102-room property is meant to evoke an English country estate. — Lonely Planet

This elegant retreat sits against Lanaihale, the island’s tallest peak, in the cool mist of the mountains. — Frommer's

The luxurious 463-room The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is perched on a knoll overlooking the splendid D.T. Fleming Beach. — Gayot

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua has views of the Pacific stretching all the way to Molokai. — Forbes Travel Guide

Perched majestically on a knoll above D. T. Fleming Beach, this resort is a complete universe, where you can while away whole weeks without leaving the grounds. — Frommer's

"Unsurpassed in authentic Hawaiian beauty," this "near-perfect resort" welcomes guests with a lobby of native artwork, koa wood panels, and a lava stone bar. — Condé Nast Traveler

This elegant hillside property features luxurious service, upscale accommodations, a spa, restaurants, and pool, along with an education center and an enhanced Hawaiian sense of place. — Fodor's

The Mauna Lani has a loyal clientele for its unfussy vibe and commitment to Hawaiian cultural stewardship. — Lonely Planet

Big resort perks with a small resort heart, including two golf courses, a turtle sanctuary and a Hawaiian-inspired spa. — Jetsetter

Dramatic resort-estate in a beachfront setting on the Kohala Coast. — Andrew Harper

-room eco-friendly hotel and five bungalows constructed on a 16th-century lava flow, currently the nesting ground for endangered sea turtles thanks to the hotel's rehabilitation program — Travel + Leisure

The breezy arrow-shaped Mauna Lani Bay Hotel points seaward from a white sand promontory within view of three volcanoes. — The Telegraph

Its 450 units sit on a 22-acre beachfront property that includes three pools, four restaurants, a luxurious spa, and access to world-class golf. — Oyster

Gleaming white spires and tiled archways are the hallmark of this stunning resort that's particularly good for families. — Fodor's

Built under the guidance of architect Jose Luis Ezquerra in 1991, this 22-acre oceanfront resort has come a long way in its short history. — Gayot

The white exterior of this Moorish wonder looks a tad dingy and the alohas were not memorably warm on our visit, making us wonder if this seaside sultan has lost some abracadabra. — Lonely Planet

Perched on the white sand shores of Wailea, this all-suite resort offers a beachside fantasy on Hawaii’s Valley Isle. — Jetsetter

The hotel is one of Waikiki's most historic, having opened in 1901; despite renovations and rebranding, it has maintained its classic appeal. — Condé Nast Traveler

Teatime on the Banyan Veranda will carry you back in time; enjoying contemporary Hawaiian entertainment in the same stunning setting is a highlight of any visit. — DK Eyewitness

Meticulously restored 1901 Beaux-Arts property—the first hotel on Waikiki Beach—with an Old Hawaii vibe (afternoon tea is de rigueur), plus one of Waikiki's only beachfront spas. — Travel + Leisure

It's no surprise that holidays and festivals of Filipino, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese—along with other Asian and Pacific Islanders—are celebrated alongside Hawaiian and U.S. holidays. — Afar Magazine

As Waikiki's first hotel, the 1901 plantation-style oceanfront Moana Surfrider offers a dose of historic charm on one of the nicest -- albeit most congested -- stretches of Waikiki Beach. — Oyster

Waikiki’s trendiest hotel is hip and modern and not your typical Hawaiian hotel, which means you won’t find rattan furniture nor slack key music over the speakers. — Frommer's

The Modern Honolulu and its brooding Addiction nightclub is a hip Waikiki hangout day and night. — The Telegraph

Say Aloha to Modern Honolulu hotel a minimalist Hawaiian haven with two pools, four bars, a cool nightclub and a buzzy restaurant just a stroll from Waikiki Beach. Bright, white and very... — Mr & Mrs Smith

Gen Xers will immediately feel at home in this edgy hotel with an eye to slick design. — Fodor's

Opened in October 2010, the first of Ian Schrager's Edition concept hotels (for Marriott) is predictably pretentious, but dazzles. — Concierge

Glitzy, glamorous Hawaiian Village is a city unto itself. The hotel is the largest Hilton in the world and promises constant activities. — BlackBook

The largest resort in Hawaii is a veritable village, with five towers, five pools, 20 bars and restaurants, 90 shops, direct beach access, and a separate lagoon. — Oyster

This huge resort is one of three Hilton properties in Waikiki, boasting 20 restaurants and lounges, seven room towers and 90 shops, and doing the job of getting you affordably on Waikiki’s coveted white sand strip. — The Telegraph

Location, location, location: this megaresort and convention destination sprawls over 22 acres on Waikiki's widest stretch of beach. — Fodor's

The expansive Hilton Hawaiian Village, the largest resort in Hawaii, is comprised of five towers housing 3,386 guest rooms and offers on-site amenities for vacationers. — Travel + Leisure

Beyond the 10,000-square-foot swimming pool lies a cove of soft sand, where the Hui Holokai Beach Ambassadors make guests feel at home in the water and on shore. — Frommer's

This stucco resort on the Kohala Coast is fronted by a white sand beach. — Condé Nast Traveler

The spacious rooms in this luxury hotel have big lānai (verandas), sitting areas, and marble bathrooms, each with a double sink and separate shower. — DK Eyewitness

This 32-acre luxury resort in Waimea delivers all the high-end Big Island essentials. — Oyster

The Fairmont Orchid remains one of the top-rated hotels on the Kohala Coast because people love its understated approach to luxury. — Jetsetter

One of the largest hotels in Waikiki happens to be so close to the water that its retaining walls jut into the high water mark. — Gayot

Plunked down on a vast swath of beach in the heart of Waikiki, this hotel may be ranked No. 2 in size behind the Hilton Hawaiian Village, but it is a bustling beehive of activity in an... — Star Service

A corporate high-rise hotel in the heart of Waikiki, with a handful of great differentiating features. — The Telegraph

People are constantly coming and going and if you stop, the crowd might just whisk you away. — Lonely Planet

At the heart of Waikiki, the Sheraton has a gazillion floors and an ever-bustling lobby. Check your vertigo at the front desk. — BlackBook

Fantasy landscaping with splashing waterfalls, swim-through grottoes, a lagoonlike swimming pool, and a 150-foot waterslide "wow" guests of all ages at this bustling Kaanapali resort. — Fodor's

Exotic birds and extravagant artwork fill the airy lobby atrium while gardens and swan ponds catch the eye across the grounds. — Lonely Planet

The four-pearl Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa has a seemingly endless list of amenities, restaurants, a massive pool complex, modern rooms, and nightly luaus. — Oyster

Situated on 40 acres along Ka'anapali Beach, this Four Diamond–rated resort is within easy reach of the famous snorkeling around Black Rock. — Condé Nast Traveler

"You'll enjoy all aspects of aloha" at this beachfront resort on 40 acres of "stunning" grounds that include an "expansive" pool. — Zagat

How’s this for a first morning at a resort: The day begins with a trip out to sea in a little outrigger canoe, where you might spot whales. — Condé Nast Traveler

The rooms at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort are elegantly minimalist in design, with clean lines, crisp white linens, polished wooden furniture and artwork inspired by native Hawaiian culture. — Gayot

Four-and-a-half pearl Andaz Maui at Wailea was built in 2013 and has been popular with the jet set since its opening. — Oyster

The property opens with a dazzling entry bridge of African mahogany and Italian Ambrato marble over an infinity-edge pool, leading into a reception area with alluring Pacific views. — Wallpaper

Maui's newest luxury (and eco-friendly) beachfront resort has the world talking about its sleek island style, five infinity pools, and hyperlocal approach to everything. — Fodor's

Adjacent to the blue-collar-friendly Embassy Suites Waikiki Beach Walk, and around the corner from the superior Halekulani, this overly glitzy operation from Donald Trump is an impressive... — Star Service

One of the chicest hotels on the Waikiki scene, Trump has been drawing rave reviews since its opening in November 2009. — Fodor's

Since opening in 2009, this Trump property has re-set the bar of excellence for Hawaii luxury hotels. — Gayot

The prime location, across the street from the beach and just off Waikiki's crowded main strip, adds to one's impression of being a wealthy local here, rather than a tourist. — Concierge

The luxury hotel, made up of condominium units, has only one caveat: It's not on the beach. — Frommer's