Mimi Towle, Author at Local Getaways

A serene restaurant with tables dressed in white linens, surrounded by vibrant orchids and lush greenery. Wooden chairs and open shutters reveal a stunning ocean view under a blue sky with fluffy clouds, creating a tranquil atmosphere reminiscent of the best luxury hotels Oahu offers.

Best Luxury Hotels in Waikiki

The very first luxury hotel in the state, the Moana Surfrider opened in 1901, followed by many more including, Kahala Resort, Royal Hawaiian and Halekulani […]

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Aerial view of a beach filled with people, umbrellas, and lounge chairs. The sandy shore is dotted with teal umbrellas and beachgoers enjoying the sun. The turquoise ocean waves gently lap against the coastline, with a few swimmers visible in the water. Palm trees add a tropical touch, completing an ideal scene for those staying at best value hotels in Oahu.

Best Value Hotels in Waikiki

With nearly 30,000 hotel rooms within the 3.4 square miles of Waikiki, you can find a wide range of price points for lodgings. These hotels

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A beachfront resort with pink buildings, several palm trees, and a curved high-rise structure in the background. The foreground features rows of empty lounge chairs and umbrellas arranged neatly on the sandy beach, set against a partly cloudy sky—one of the best romantic hotels Waikiki offers.

Best Romance Hotels in Waikiki

Romance in Waikiki? YES! We’ve got the best list of adults-only pools or spas with couples’ treatments — for those looking to savor some special aloha

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Three people enjoying a group getaway in Oahu, relaxing on poolside loungers, holding up drinks, and wearing large sun hats under a sunny sky. The pool is surrounded by umbrellas and palm trees, with other vacationers in the background.

Best Hotels for Group Getaways in Waikiki

If you are looking for one place to make grumpy teens, ornery seniors and everyone in between happy? Waikiki can be the ideal place for

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A serene spa room at the best spa hotel in Oahu features two massage tables draped in white linens, adorned with rolled towels and green leaves. Two wicker chairs and a small table with champagne glasses sit near large open windows, offering views of a lush garden outside.

Best Spa Hotels in Waikiki

Who knew that Waikiki – known for live music, raucous happy hours and world class shopping was also a bastion of wellness. It can be,

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Helen Russell: The Woman Behind Equator Coffees

There’s a lot of greenwashing these days, even in the progressive, forward-thinking, “live your truth” Bay Area. One company, however, has done it right. And

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