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LOCATION:
On the Beach at Waikiki

ADDRESS & PHONES:
2199 Kalia Road
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815-1988
Telephone:    (808) 923-2311
Toll Free:     (800) 367-2343 Reservations (USA/Canada)
Facsimile:    (808) 926-8004 Front Office
(808) 922-5111 Sales
http://www.halekulani.com
http://www.halekulanicorporation.com

OPENED:
March 1, 1984

ALLIANCES:
The Leading Hotels of the World www.lhw.com
Imperial Hotel, LTD of Tokyo www.imperialhotel.co.jp

MANAGEMENT:
Halekulani Corporation
Hotels & Resorts of Halekulani
2222 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 900
Honolulu, HI 96815
Phone: (808) 526-1186

KEY STAFF: 
Peter Shaindlin, Chief Operating Officer
Yoshinori Maeda, Executive VP
Takashi Nakayama, SVP Secretary / Treasurer
Patricia Tam, VP Brand Development
Dean Fujitani, Director of Corporate Marketing & Strategic Partnership

ARCHITECT:
Killingsworth, Stricker, Lindgren, Wilson and
Associates, Inc. of Long Beach, California.

INTERIOR DESIGNER:
Robert Egan Associates of Seattle, Washington


GENERAL MANAGER : 
Gerald Glennon
                                                                                                                                     NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES:
800+

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
Luxury 453-room resort situated on five prime oceanfront acres on Waikiki Beach.  Comprised of five, low-density buildings ranging in height from two to 17 stories, surrounded by open courtyards and lush gardens.          

Guest facilities include three restaurants, three cocktail lounges, pool, spa, fitness room, business center, and hospitality suite.   In-house laundry and dry cleaning facility, print shop, bakery, florist and five meeting and banquet rooms.

HISTORY:
The original Halekulani began in 1907 as a residential hotel called Hau Tree owned by Robert Lewers.  It consisted of a beachfront home and five bungalows.

In 1917, Juliet and Clifford Kimball purchased the hotel, gradually expanded it and established it as a stylish resort for wealthy vacationers and named it Halekulani, which means “House Befitting Heaven.”

In the1930s, they tore down the old Lewers home and replaced it with a plantation mansion-styled Main Building with a high-pitched hip roof to catch the cooling trade winds.  Also known as the “Dickey” roof, it is a trademark of Hawaii’s legendary architect C.W. Dickey.
               
Following the Kimballs’ passing, the Norton Clapp family of Seattle bought Halekulani in 1962 with its Main Building and 37 one- and two-story bungalows and sold it in 1981 to Mitsui Fudosan(USA), Inc. which formed the Honolulu-based Halekulani Corporation.  The hotel was then closed and the aging bungalows demolished.

Today, the historic Main Building has been restored and retained along with coconut palms and a century-old Kiawe tree in the 455-room Halekulani.

ACCOMMODATIONS

GUEST ROOMS:
Fully air-conditioned with wall-to-wall carpeting; separate sitting area with a love seat and occasional chair by McGuire. A coffee table; business desk; large lanai; twin- or king-sized beds; Kohler deep soaking tub, glassed-in shower, marble basin.  Tasteful furnishings and appointments in variations of white with gray and blue accents.  Rooms range in size from 519 to 720 square feet with majority offering ocean views.

A select number of rooms have been specifically designed with wider doorways, handrails in the bathrooms, altered bath and closet arrangements to facilitate access for wheelchair occupants.

ROOM FEATURES AND AMENITIES:

• Decadent and complimentary chocolates on arrival.
• Each room features a personal terrace.
• Complimentary bottles of water.
• Flat Panel LCD HD-TVs with cable networks.
• Sony MP3 docking stations.
• DVD/CD entertainment center.
• InnCom unit, which allows guests to control room temperature and lighting, select chambermaid and porterage services plus in-room dining.
• Separate sitting area with love seat, coffee table and  occasional chair.
• Kohler deep-soaking tub and separate glassed-in shower with ermostatic control.
• Complimentary high-speed wireless internet.
• Complimentary telephone service for local calls.
• Daily morning newspaper.
• Complimentary in-room safes.
• Twice daily turn-down service.         
• Secure elevators.
• ADA facilities and rooms

ART IN MOTION
An Exclusive Luxury Car Program   
Halekulani guests are invited to luxuriate in our House Befitting Heaven’s exclusive fleet of automobile masterpieces, as part of an experiential amenity program called “Art In Motion.” In keeping with the hotel’s artistic industry leadership, the luxury program features a custom-designed Bentley Continental GTC, Maserati GranTurismo, Lotus Elise and Lotus Exige
This elite fleet, showcasing some of the world’s most stunning high-performance luxury vehicles is inclusive in the residence of The Premier Suites at Halekulani featuring The Orchid Suite, Vera Wang Suite and Royal Suite. “Art In Motion” ala carte rates are also available to house guests and complemented with a personalized leisure itinerary (subject to vehicle availability).

SUITES (42)
Elegantly furnished suites from 720 to 3,120 square feet in size.  Most suites feature built-in dresser drawers, wet bars, two separate lanais and twin marble washbasins in the bathrooms.
   
JUNIOR OCEAN SUITE (16)   
720 square feet.  Junior Ocean Suite with two lanais, bedroom/sitting area, bathroom, wet bar and cozy bay window.
   
LUXURY SUITE (5)    
1,620 square feet.  Airy corner suite, separate bedroom, bathroom, powder room, living room, wet bar and dining area. 
Connecting second bedroom available.

DIAMOND HEAD SUITE (15)   
1,046 to 1,098 square feet.  Bedroom, bathroom, powder room, living room, wet bar and dining area. Connecting second bedroom available in six Diamond Head Ocean View Suites.

EXECUTIVE LUXURY SUITE (1)   
The 1,185-square-foot suite is a sophisticated and stylish
Designed by Group 70 International the suite embodies design elements from that of the renowned Vera Wang Suite, including the natural-tone color palette with hues of rich purple and deep mahogany woods; a Vera Wang mattress, state-of-the-art technology and artwork by Franco Salmoiraghi. The Executive Luxury Suite features a private entrance foyer, a master bedroom, living room, work area, spacious walk-in closet, full bath, and two private patios with views of Waikiki Beach. Guests indulge in a collection of premiere amenities.

THE PREMIERE SUITES AT HALEKULANI (3)

VERA WANG SUITE - (1bdr or 2bdr)   
Personally designed by Ms. Wang, The 2,135 square foot Vera Wang Suite at Halekulani is a one-of-a-kind suite representing the most refined and exclusive pedigrees of taste, style and sophistication. The suite has 24-hour butler service and is adorned throughout with various décor hand-selected from Vera Wang's new home, gift, bath and accessories collections; including the plush Vera Wang Serta Mattress, as well as rare furnishings from Hawaii, the Pacific and Asia.

The dining room, set with classic Vera Wang china and glassware produced exclusively by Wedgwood, accommodates an intimate dinner for two or a gala dinner for six. State-of-the-art SONY electronics, including a 50-inch plasma flat screen television with DVD/CD entertainment center, are found throughout the living and bedroom areas.

ROYAL SUITE (1)   
The 4, 066 sq. ft Royal Suite features the ultimate in privacy, luxury and service: two bedrooms, dining room, dressing area, 2.5 bathrooms, kitchen facilities, large wraparound lanai and state-of-art entertainment enhancements including a 50" Plasma Screen and wireless portable television, A personal butler and airport limousine services are included for the Royal Suite. The furnishings and accessories are simple and classical, and celebrate the various Pacific and Asian cultures that are a part of today's Hawaiian community. The color palette is a subdued range of sunset colors that contrast with the brilliant greens and blues of the ocean, sky and landscaping just beyond the balcony.

ORCHID SUITE (1)   
The newest addition to the Premier Suites at Halekulani is the unique one-bedroom, ocean-level luxury accommodation, The Orchid Suite. The suite is accessed by a private lift designated for the Premier Suites at Halekulani. It is situated on the site of what was once “Cottage Seven” the iconic honeymoon suite of the original Lewers residence. The expansive 2,365 square-foot suite, features an extensive culinary program, en-suite wine cellar, exclusive SpaHalekulani experience in its state-of-the-art spa masterbath, Steinway Lyngdorf entertainment room, Art in Motion exotic car amenity program, ‘For You Everything’ program and the best of indoor and outdoor living in paradise. From the dramatic views of Diamond Head to the secluded lanais, the Orchid Suite offers guests the embodiment of Halekulani’s quintessential lifestyle: Wellness (mind, body and spirit), Connoisseur (fine cuisine) and Masterworks (the arts), all within a magical Waikiki, ocean-front setting.


GUEST SERVICES

CONCIERGE    
Full-service concierge located in main lobby.  Concierge offers hotel and general information and can make arrangements for sightseeing, dining, entertainment and recreational activities.

LAUNDRY AND DRY CLEANING    
In-house facility offering same-day cleaning and pressing service, seven days a week.   
   
SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES      
Available at the front desk at no charge.


RECREATION
                           
SWIMMING POOL   
Large 46-by-82 foot heated pool overlooking Waikiki Beach.  Spacious deck with lounge chairs, backrests, pool towels and attendants on duty.

POOL/BEACH CENTER   
Center can assist with information on all water activities and Halekulani fitness programs.


SPAHALEKULANI   
The first spa to fully explore the healing traditions of the Pacific Islands, including Samoa, Tonga and Tahiti.

A full menu of rejuvenating massages, body and facial therapies, hair and nail care services.  The spa features seven relaxation suites, including two tandem suites for couples-one of which can be transformed into a bridal room, regular and/or steam showers, therapy beds, private lockers and restroom facilities, and an outdoor relaxation area.

Honored with the coveted Mobil Four-Star, the highest rating bestowed in the recent Mobil Travel Guide, “America’s Best Hotel & Resort Spas”, premier issue.   

TRANSPORTATION

AIRPORT   
Hotel is located 10 miles or 25 minutes via limousine, rental car or taxi from Honolulu International Airport.

GROUND  TRANSPORTATION   
Arrangements can be made through the concierge for premiere and standard rental cars or private sedan and limousine transfers.

PARKING    
Parking available to hotel guests at $22.00 per night.

DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT

LA MER
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.   
AAA Five Diamond Award-winning restaurant featuring Neoclassic French cuisine, elegant and romantic oceanfront views and unparalleled world-class service. Hawaii’s longest consecutively ranked AAA Five Diamond restaurant. Long-sleeved collared shirt or jacket required for gentlemen. Reservations recommended.
     
ORCHIDS   
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.            
11:30 a.m.  to  2:00 p.m.           
6:00 p.m. to  10:00 p.m.     
9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.     
       
Oceanside open-air restaurant featuring the finest in Contemporary Seafood
Breakfast ala cart menu (Mon - Sat)
Lunch ala cart and Executive menus (Mon - Sat)
Dinner (Mon  - Sun)
International Sunday Brunch (3 seatings. Sunday only)
Resort wear / evening resort attire.  
Reservations recommended                                                


HOUSE WITHOUT A KEY
7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.                
Oceanside indoor / outdoor  restaurant. Serves buffet breakfast, lunch, light dinner, bi-weekly Kiawe Grill and sunset cocktails. Traditional Hawaiian entertainment and hula nightly. Dancing under the stars available. Informal / resort attire.


LEWERS LOUNGE
7:30 p.m. – Midnight   
Intimate and sophisticated cocktail lounge offering Honolulu’s best cocktail program designed by Dale DeGroff ‘The King of Cocktails,’ a sweet and savory bar  menu and nightly live light jazz & contemporary  music Lewers Lounge is open nightly from 7:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Entertainment runs from 8:30 p.m. to midnight, Wednesday and Thursday, and from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Collared shirts and slacks for gentlemen, evening attire for ladies.

VERANDA
3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.   
Offering serene views of the garden courtyard. Elegant afternoon tea service available daily. Wide selection of international fine teas, exclusive Halekulani blends, coffees including espresso, freshly baked cakes, including family recipe scones served with Devonshire cream. Informal / resort attire.

IN-ROOM DINING   
24-Hour Service    
Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers, and complete selection of wines and liquors.   
                     

MEETING AND BANQUET   
FACILITIES    
8,500  square   feet   of indoor   meeting  and banquet space plus outdoor courtyards and terraces.

BALLROOM   
4,300 square feet.  Pillar less, teak-paneled room that can be divided into two.  Seats up to 320 guests for dinner and can accommodate up to 500 guests for receptions.

HAU TERRACE & LANAI   
4,933 square feet. Seats up to 120 for banquets and can accommodate up to 360 guests for receptions using spacious lanai, with spectacular views of Diamond Head.

GARDEN TERRACE   
1,928 square feet.  Seats up to 100 guests for banquets.

LANAI & COURTYARD   
Cocktail receptions for up to 650 guests on our well maintained 6,500 square foot Garden Courtyard.

KIAWE AND KALIA    515 square feet (Kiawe)/621 square feet (Kalia).  Located on 2nd floor, private rooms ideal for intimate banquets (24-32 guests) and board of directors meetings.


DISTINCTIVE FEATURES
POOL DESIGN   
The heated pool is 46-by-82 feet and is made up of 1.2 million individual pieces of 3/4" glass mosaic tiles imported from South Africa.  The signature Cattleya design is 30-by-30 feet.


THE HALEKULANI DIFFERENCE
A luxury, beachfront hotel, Halekulani is a quiet oasis of tranquility and privacy in the midst of Waikiki. Spacious   guest rooms (519 square feet) offer elegant seating with love seat, coffee table and occasional chair; bathrooms have separate glassed-in shower with thermostatic control and Kohler deep soaking tub; tiled private lanais with chaise lounges.
       
Receptionist escorts guests directly to rooms where registration is conducted in comfort and privacy.
       
Twice-daily turndown service and a complimentary memento of the guests’ stay.

Complimentary daily newspapers.
       
Complimentary in-room safes.
No charge for local telephone calls.

Business secretarial services available to handle clerical needs.  Wireless internet available.

“For You, Everything”  Program offers Halekulani guests' complimentary tickets to the Honolulu Symphony, the Honolulu Academy of Arts, Bishop Museum, The Contemporary Museum and Iolani Palace.

HEALTH AND FITNESS   
Hotel fitness consultants offer regularly scheduled workouts.  Co-ed fitness room complete with state-of-the-art exercise equipment including two Precor programmable treadmills, three Precor recumbent exercise bikes, a fitness cross trainer, Pacific Fitness “Catalina" three- stack multi-station gym and leg press available for hotel guests.  Professional en-suite massages can also be arranged through SpaHalekulani. Fitness Center is open daily 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (room key access only)

BOUTIQUES AT HALEKULANI    
An exciting collection of six luxury boutiques and shops offering fine porcelain and silver including Japanese Imari antiques, custom-designed gold jewelry, designer handbags & watches, sundry items, logo apparel, and exclusive spa products and gifts.