1. From preliminary research we seem to have narrowed down the search to Maui, Kauai, and possibly O

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1. From preliminary research we seem to have narrowed down the search to Maui, Kauai, and possibly Oahu. We are not against Big Island but unless someone can make a strong case for it we think we would like to find a place at one of the three I mentioned. Is Oahu going to be a good place for honeymoon? Or too overrun by families and non-couples? I have seen a few good resorts for honeymoons (Kahala Resort) online that are on Oahu so I am a little bit torn.
2. Our budget is $5,000 for about a 10 night stay without airfare. I kind of want to get a place under $400 (probably close to $350) per night that way we can spend some money on the amenities/activities, is this a good strategy?
3. We want a beach setting at a 4 or 5 star place and it seems during that time of year I can find several resorts under $400 per night but I don't know if they're primarily honeymoon/couples resorts or more for families etc. So any recommendations pictures of bahia de los angeles would be welcome or comments on the following:
The two Sheratons pictures of bahia de los angeles you mention are in great locations but aren't the same quality level as many of the others. For example, comparing the Sheraton Kauai to the Grand Hyatt is apples and oranges. on the other hand, the Sheraton is on a nice beach, and you can't swim at the Grand Hyatt beach.
One of the Westins you mentioned on Maui is on the busy side of Black Rock (the side I like, but others prefer more seclusion) and the other is on the other side of Black Rock and is a timeshare resort -- the latter is very nice, but I would think because its condos, it would be more family oriented.
Koa Kea may be over your price range and I'm not a big fan of the place anyway. St. Regis is also probably out of your price range plus many of the rooms do not have lanais which is a big showstopper for me. Plus it is expensive (glass of wine $12!).
You need to decide on an island, pictures of bahia de los angeles then on the hotel or condo. Some of that may depend on the ease or difficulty of reaching Your Island. Some visitors with at least ten nights want to stay on two of the smaller islands or split a stay on a single island.
What are your options for flights to and from Hawaii? My DH and I have been flying Chicago-Hawaii for decades and have spent often two to four weeks on each of the four major islands. I look for a nonstop pictures of bahia de los angeles on a wide-body aircraft for at least the longest leg.
End of April into May is a less-busy, but very pretty time in Hawaii. Any time mainland schools are in session are generally less busy. One way to avoid children is to avoid lodgings that cater to families -- for instance, those with two and three bedroom condos, Kids' Clubs and 'pool parks'. (Grand Wailea and Honua Kai come to mind.)
Which islands appeal to you -- beyond the lodgings? Virtually all visitors rent cars and DIY tour to sights, beaches, restaurants. (You don't need a car within Honolulu, where you can walk or take a taxi for a non-astounding pictures of bahia de los angeles fare because distances are short.) If you do plan a lot of sightseeing and excursions, consider a small condo while you will be 'off property' most of the time. Some honeymooners save a bit that way, then splurge on a Four Seasons type experience before returning home. This would work with the budget you outline. (With $400/night, you need to strike some of the hotels you listed.)
This site has aerials, pictures of bahia de los angeles reviews and rates for almost every lodging in Hawaii: www.hawaiirevealed.com Get familiar with the maps of the islands, too. (For instance, you might not want to stay up at Kapalua on Maui if you plan to do many trips across the island to Hana, Haleakala, Iao Valley.)
If I were to honeymoon on Oahu, I would honestly not stay in Waikiki. I much prefer the North Shore, but Turtle Bay seems a bit too far removed for my preference. We love Haleiwa, so I would probably rent a property for 5 days then maybe go 5 days somewhere else and have a resort experience.
If you go to Kauai, the Grand Hyatt in Poipu is excellent. Again you could consider staying at a rental, and for that I would look through Parish Kauai. I do love the North Shore and it's a bit of a haul from Poipu, so it would be a great idea to split your time between pictures of bahia de los angeles South and North. Kauai is the best island for doing a helicopter ride, as well.
The Kahala is in a very nice location. pictures of bahia de los angeles Far enough from Waikiki if you like it quiet but close enough to be convenient to Honolulu dining. In Waikiki, Lotus, Hyatt and Trump are not directly on the beach.
All of the islands are family friendly. A few Asian holidays at the end of April/beginning of May will bump up tourist numbers from Japan and China (primarily on Oahu) but otherwise it's an off peak time. Grand Hyatt Kauai also has an extensive pool complex that might attract families.
Waikiki might not be the best spot for a honeymoon, but you'll have a better chance of your budget aligning with your expectations there. Most of the resorts you've listed on the other islands would be budget busters, I think. Rates at Grand Hyatt in Poipu, for example, start at around $500 for your dates. That includes breakfast, but.... Thinking of breakfast, if the $5,000 includes activites AND meals, pictures of bahia de los angeles you might want to rethink how much you're allowing for accommodations. pictures of bahia de los angeles Dining at resorts is expensive, so you should also consider a condo.
I agree with the suggestion of just one island. Traveling between them wastes about a half a day, and it ain't cheap. But I wouldn't dismiss the Big Island out of hand. Based on what you've said you're looking for, it may be your best choice. Have a look at the Mauna Lani or Fairmont pictures of bahia de los angeles Orchid. I don't think you can do much better.
I just checked pictures of bahia de los angeles some sample dates in your time frame. and for the hotels you listed the real bargain to me that jumped out is a "deluxe oceanfront" room at the Sheraton Kauai for $325. It has been redone in the last year or so and the oceanfront rooms are literally right on the ocean. The beach there is really nice and it would be a smaller scale, low key and more laid back experience than most of the hotels you have listed, yet still be very accessible to activities pictures of bahia de los angeles and such.
I love the location of the Wailea Marriott. It actually has what I think is the best location of any hotel in Wailea and many of the rooms have fantastic pictures of bahia de los angeles ocean views. It was built originally as a Hilton or an Intercontinental back in the 70s when land was cheaper, hence it is spread out over a large area and has lots of oceanfront nooks and crannies. There is Ulua Beach on one side and Wailea pictures of bahia de los angeles Beach on the other. My search turned up an ocean view room for around $350. That is a good price for a hotel in Wailea.
Let me address a few things. We want to stay all 10 days in one place. The budget was more of a placeholder, I already priced all of the places I listed and several of them are in the price range that I am looking for (For the dates we will be there). So I would say the best feedback I'm looking for would be more commenting on each of these resorts or other similar suggestions that might be better for couples/honeymoons.
For example, the feedback of some of the places not being right on the beach is important and will likely eliminate a few of these. And comments regarding pictures of bahia de los angeles family centric places on the list are helpful as well.
I think in terms of amenities and activities we aren't looking to do anything to intense (hiking, helicopter rides, zipline) I think it would be more along the lines of tennis, golf, spa, massage, surfing. Mostly though just a beach to enjoy without hearing kids running around. I think that is the baseline. We like and would probably prefer walking to places rather than renting a vehicle. We like going to markets etc. and would enjoy finding good eats on the island.
Why did you decide against the Caribbean? If I were on my honeymoon I would stay at Caneel Bay Resort on St. John. Lots of space to spread out to be virtually alone on several beaches. Scott Beach is adults only. I love it.
Waikiki is really the only place I would stay without pictures of bahia de los angeles a car. Maybe the Kahala if you plan to stay mostly pictures of bahia de los angeles on property and take taxis to/from dinner and rent a car for a day or two. Everywhere else will be an inconvenience.
Ok I have narrowed the list down a little and added 1 or 2. A couple of these are still over the $400 per night (for the days I have priced) but the rest are in my price range. So any specific feedback on any of the following places would be appreciated. That way I might be able to get a better feel for them. For example, I have looked pictures of bahia de los angeles on the Koa Kea website and it doesn't seem like there is much to that place, why does it get such high reviews? Seems like the Turtle Bay Resort has a lot going on, what is the downside to that place? Are any of these geared more towards families than couples? Are any of these on beaches that will be more crowded or less crowded?
Hilton Hawaiian Village is like a city on the beach. It's all-encompassing, pictures of bahia de los angeles but can be very busy. Although one area (I forget the name of the tower) would be better than the other within the resort, it is not what I would choose for a quiet or secluded beach honeymoon. I would say the HHV and Koe Kea are at the exact opposite ends of the spectrum.
Forgot to answer the beach question. Any beach in Waikiki will be very crowded. If you want a quieter beach right at the resort on Oahu, then your choices would be the Kahala or Turtle Bay. On Maui, Wailea feels quieter than Kaanapali to me.
I haven't stayed at Koa Kea, but I had dinner at their restaurant, Red Salt. The hotel seemed nice enough, but I don't think I would want to stay there, especially for a honeymoon. It's a bit of a strange entry (driving through a parking lot to get there) and just doesn't have the "wow" factor that alot of the other hotels on your list have.
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