4 Family-Friendly Staycations
Plan a visit to these kid-friendly resorts on O‘ahu with fall kama‘āina deals.
Photo: Courtesy of ‘Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
‘Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
You don’t have to fly to Anaheim or Tokyo to experience the magic of Disney. You can visit Mickey, Minnie and the rest of the crew at the ‘Aulani Resort in Ko Olina. The moment you step inside the grand Hawaiian hale-inspired lobby, you’ll be whisked to a fantasyland of waterslides and grottos, with shows, character encounters and more. We love the resort’s location on a calm, white-sand lagoon (perfect for young beachgoers) and the complimentary Aunty’s Beach House kids club, where you can drop off keiki for supervised activities.
30% off select rooms and villas for stays of two nights or longer, valid most nights Aug. 21–Nov. 23 and Nov. 30–Dec. 20. Book by Sept. 26.
92-1185 Ali‘inui Drive, Kapolei, (866) 443-4763, disneyaulani.com, @disneyaulani
SEE ALSO: Your Guide to a Staycation at Disney’s ‘Aulani Resort
Photo: Courtesy of Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort
Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort
If you haven’t checked out this newly renovated oceanfront resort, spoiler alert—it’s beautiful. Artwork from renowned artists, including Kamea Hadar and Polynesian voyaging legend Herb Kāne, adorn the walls, and Monkeypod Kitchen’s dishes and décor are worthy of your social media feed. There’s also nightly poolside live music from popular local musicians, including Ho‘okena and Nathan Aweau. And the newly opened Coral Kids Club offers half- and full-day drop-off programs with activities developed by local mom and Eat Pono co-author Candes Gentry.
Kama‘āina rates from $279 per night, plus taxes and fees, with a waived daily resort charge and 50% off valet parking.
2169 Kālia Road, (866) 956-4262, outrigger.com, @outriggerreef
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Photo: Courtesy of The Kāhala Hotel & Resort
The Kāhala Hotel & Resort
For a quieter escape that still packs entertainment for kids, head to The Kāhala. Devoid of hustle and bustle, you’ll enjoy pool time, a white-sand beach and plenty of activities. Kids can swim in the lagoon with friendly dolphins or get hands-on with a complimentary live-touch tank and coral activity. Treat them to a keiki art class or mother-daughter afternoon tea at The Veranda.For dinner, parents can enjoy a leisurely meal while kids frolic on the lawn at the Plumeria Beach House.
30% off room rates, free self-parking, 10% discount on food and nonalcoholic beverages.
5000 Kāhala Ave., (808) 739-8620, kahalaresort.com, @kahala_resort
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Photo: Courtesy of Hilton Hawaiian Village
Hilton Hawaiian Village
Think water wonderland in Waikīkī. Splash and slip down thrilling waterslides in the resort pools, then ride an aqua cycle on the 5-acre saltwater lagoon. You can also dive deep in a high-tech submarine and build sandcastles on adjacent Duke Kahanamoku Beach. The best part? With 18 dining options plus markets, shops and even an urgent care clinic on-site, you can spend your entire staycation without a car. Make sure to plan your stay to include a Friday, when you’ll have a front-row seat for the weekly fireworks show.
Kama‘āina rates from $179 per night, plus taxes and fees, with a discounted resort charge of $25 and 50% off parking.
2005 Kālia Road, (808) 949-4321, hiltonhawaiianvillage.com, @hiltonhawaiianvillage
