Hawaii has its fair share of absolutely gorgeous places to stay. But this famous historic hotel in Hawaii is one of the premier spots to stay in the islands! The Royal Hawaiian Resort is located in Waikiki, Oahu, right on the ocean. This waterfront resort has been dazzling us for more than a century.
If you’re looking for a stunning piece of Hawaii history, look no further than the Royal Hawaiian Resort in Waikiki. A member of Historic Hotels of America, this unbelievable building was built in February of 1927 and has been wowing visitors ever since. It is an absolute gem and a must-see if you’re on the island of Oahu.
This hotel helped usher in a luxurious era in Hawaii tourism. The hotel, when all was said and done, cost $4 million dollars to be built. Today, that same price tag would be $64.5 million dollars!
The Royal Hawaiian Resort was built with luxury in mind and the hotel opened its doors with a staff of 300 people. The resort was six stories high and offered 400 rooms. Today, with new additions, the hotel now offers 528 rooms that you can reserve.
The hotel was painted pink in a distinctive Moorish-style architecture. It was iconic and became a premier beach destination for visitors traveling worldwide. The hotel briefly closed operations to the public during WWII, when it was leased by the Navy as a major rest and relaxation center for the Navy personnel.
The hotel was restored to its pre-war elegance and reopened in 1947, to the delight of all. On 15 acres, it was the perfect destination for those flying in from the mainland, as more and more visitors traveled by plane instead of boat.
If you’re staying at the hotel and you want to learn more, make sure to book a tour. They offer a weekly historic tour of the property on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. This a great way to learn more about this stunning building and the history behind it.
With a long history of incredible service and accommodations, this amazing spot is the perfect place to base your explorations. It’s one trip you’re guaranteed to never forget!
If you want to visit a historic piece of Hawaii the next time you’re in the area, make sure to book a stay at the Royal Hawaiian Resort.
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About Historic Hotels of America®
Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for recognizing and celebrating the finest Historic Hotels. Historic Hotels of America has more than 300 historic hotels. These historic hotels have all faithfully maintained their authenticity, sense of place, and architectural integrity in the United States of America, including 44 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. Historic Hotels of America is comprised of mostly independently owned and operated historic hotels. More than 30 of the world’s finest hospitality brands, chains, and collections are represented in Historic Hotels of America. To be nominated and selected for membership into this prestigious program, a hotel must be at least 50 years old; has been designated by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark or listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places; and recognized as having historic significance.
