Aulani by Disney

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, is a beachfront retreat in Ko Olina, Kapolei, on Oahu, Hawaii, opened in 2011. It features 351 hotel rooms and 481 Disney Vacation Club villas across 21 acres, with amenities like multiple pools, a lazy river, spa, and dining options including Makahiki (character breakfasts), The Olelo Room (cocktails with live music), Ulu Cafe (quick bites), and 'AMA'AMA (oceanfront seafood). Designed by Walt Disney Imagineering in collaboration with Hawaiian cultural experts and elders, it uniquely fuses authentic Hawaiian customs—through art, music, storytelling, and activities like lei-making or hula lessons—with Disney touches, such as character meet-and-greets with Mickey, Moana, and Stitch. Unlike theme park resorts, it focuses on relaxation and cultural immersion without rides, offering beach access, snorkeling in a private lagoon, and family-friendly excursions, making it ideal for multi-generational escapes blending aloha spirit and whimsical entertainment.