This is where Joan Didion once stayed, when she and her husband came to Hawaii in lieu of a divorce. There are worse places to put one’s life back together than at what’s colloquially known as the pink palace, where the soothing rose façade, Spanish-Moorish arches and cerulean blue of Waikiki’s waters will gently wash your cares away. Opt for a room in the historic wing, which dates back to 1927, with flourishes that call to mind the opulence of the hotel’s heyday.
Where would we be without hotels? Sure, the main reasons for travel usually focus on the culture, history, nature, and flavors, but we all need to lay our head somewhere once the sun goes down. Luckily for travelers all around the globe, some magnificent hotels are waiting for us all.
Oahu is no different. As the most-visited of the Hawaiian Islands, Oahu lives up to its billing with a tremendous roster of exclusive resorts and down-to-earth sleeping spots, very much fulfilling the "something for everyone" stereotype that tourism thrives on. “The Gathering Place” is full of exciting things to do (including some of the best restaurants going), and these are the best hotels in Oahu.