Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Aulani offers standard hotel rooms, 1-bedroom suites, and DVC (Disney Vacation Club) villas ranging from studios to grand villas that sleep up to 12. Standard rooms feature a partial ocean or pool view. Preferred rooms offer better views and closer proximity to pools. DVC villas include kitchenettes or full kitchens, washers/dryers, and living areas, making them ideal for longer stays and larger families. The resort sits on a stunning private lagoon in Ko Olina on Oahu's western shore, about 30 minutes from Honolulu airport.

Aulani is wonderful year-round thanks to Hawaii's consistent climate. For the best deals, visit during shoulder seasons: mid-April through mid-June and September through mid-December. Summer and holiday weeks are the busiest. Winter months offer whale watching opportunities along the Ko Olina coast.

Aulani blends Disney magic with authentic Hawaiian culture. The resort features a lazy river (Waikolohe Stream), multiple pools, water slides, a snorkeling lagoon, and a pristine beach. Aunty's Beach House (the complimentary kids' club) offers Disney character experiences, Hawaiian arts and crafts, and supervised play. Cultural activities include lei making, ukulele lessons, Hawaiian storytelling, and starlit hula shows. Character meet-and-greets happen daily throughout the resort. Off-property, popular excursions include snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, visiting Pearl Harbor, exploring the North Shore, and hiking Diamond Head.

Aulani offers multiple dining venues. Makahiki is a character breakfast buffet featuring Mickey, Minnie, and friends in a Hawaiian setting. 'AMA'AMA is an oceanfront restaurant serving fresh Hawaiian seafood for lunch and dinner. The Ulu Cafe provides quick-service options throughout the day. Off the Hook offers a laid-back bar and grill by the pool. The resort also has a nightly luau, KA WA'A, featuring traditional Hawaiian music, hula, and fire dancing with a feast of island cuisine.