Four Seasons Resort Lāna’i, with its expansive open-concept suites overlooking Hulopo’e Bay, features dining by Nobu, a kids’ club and a famous golf course.

Situated amidst lush gardens up in the hills of Lanai, Sensei Lanai is a stunning, renovated manor house that exudes a sense of calm.

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is a wellness and sustainability-minded resort with monumental views of the Napali Coastline.

Andaz Maui at Wailea is a beachfront sanctuary offering luxurious accommodations and a tranquil setting on Maui, Hawaii that is also environmentally respectful.

The ultimate luxury resort on the Big Island, the swanky Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Big Island in Hawaii is a destination in itself.

The center of gravity in Hawaii’s most expensive area, the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is a place to see and be seen.

Indagare Travel reviews the luxury island resort Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko'Olina on the West Coast of Oahu in Hawaii.

Stunning grounds and a location on a pristine sand beach make this an inviting beach getaway, along with the Anara Spa, the second largest spa in Hawaii.

A one-stop destination "monster resort" with over 700 rooms in a gorgeous setting, favored by families and groups since 1991.

Right in the middle of the action in Waikiki, the Halekulani, originally built in 1907, underwent a major renovation in 2012. Its 453 bright and airy rooms spread out over five buildings feature lots of wood and light hues (and most have ocean views). For the ultimate in luxury, request the 2,135-square-foot Halekulani Suite, designed by the fashion designer Vera Wang. It has Wenge wood floors, a 642-foot lanai and a step-up two-person sunken tub, and it is stocked with china designed by Wang. The Halekulani is known for its excellent service, which I experienced firsthand during my last visit: the concierge politely took care of my every request, even arranging a surfing lesson with less than an hour’s notice. By far the majority of guests are Asian, including couples that come here to be married (over Mother’s Day weekend, I saw no fewer than fourteen wedding parties). Gray’s Beach, which the hotel fronts, is quite small, but every water sport from surfing to kayaking is available. Orchids restaurant is famous for its Sunday brunches and weekly lunch scene. TIP: Because the hotel is so busy, ask for an upper-floor room with an ocean view to escape the noise from the beach below.

An upscale, rustic hideaway, Hāna-Maui Resort provides mind and body with a true detox from modern life.

This two-suite, four-bedroom bed-and-breakfast looms at 1,400 feet above the Kona Coast in the village of Holualoa, an artists’ community lined with galleries and studios. Built three decades ago as a private vacation home, the inn sits on a thirty-acre Kona coffee estate, which produces award-winning Brazen Hazen coffee, and adjoins a working cattle ranch. Cassandra Hazen, who has owned the property since 2005, has given the uniquely decorated rooms names like the Coffee Cherry Room or the Gardenia Suite. Rooms have ocean or garden views, rich eucalyptus floors, high-thread-count linens and ceiling fans. In the garden are a pool and a large hot tub.

The Kahala, tucked away in the upscale neighborhood of the same name, about ten minutes from Waikiki, began life in the early 1960s when Conrad Hilton set out to build a secluded celebrity getaway. For many years, the Kahala Hilton, which occupies more than six acres, drew Hollywood stars from John Wayne to Frank Sinatra, in part thanks to its 800-foot private beach with views of the Diamond Head Crater. (In 1990, the hotel was sold to another group and today it is part of the Landmark Hotel Group and Leading Hotels of the World.) The 343 guest rooms, 21 of which are suites, are spacious and have all been thoughtfully renovated and common spaces were further revamped in 2017 with a new casual restaurant Kids will love the Dolphin Quest, where a couple of bottlenose dolphins frolic. Even if you’re not staying here, come for dinner at Hoku’s, the hotel’s beachside restaurant.

The only boutique hotel in Kauai offers an intimate experience with limited offerings, but a convenient location for exploring the South Shore beaches.

Kona Village has a deep history on the Big Island. Founded in 1939 and a favorite of Steve Jobs, it began as a barefoot resort that families returned to year after year—until a tsunami tragically wiped it out in 2011. Now, Rosewood has reimagined the iconic property, achieving a low-key vibe but with all the trappings of a luxury resort.

Located on the western side of the Big Island of Hawaii, the resort is centered in a beautiful cove that makes a wonderful spot for swimming and water sports. Pathways wind throughout the resort, connecting the common spaces with the individual cottages known as hales, which feel private and intimate and are designed after traditional Hawaiian homes. Guests travel to and from their hale via a two-minute bike ride from the heart of the property, which consists of two pools, two restaurants, a snack hut, two bars and the swimmable beach. Both the beach and pools have plenty of shade and lounge chairs spaced far apart enough to allow for privacy, all serviced by beach attendants. When guests are ready for a refreshment, they can head to the former-sailboat-turned-bar which has been sunken into the beach. Here, the on-property bartender offers both good conversation and any cocktail guests desire—reflecting the warm and authentic service throughout the resort.

The cuisine here highlights ultra-fresh seafood, while using ingredients from their gardens, with an excellent sushi selection and poke bowls. There is a casual restaurant for fish tacos and sandwiches.

“Every great beach deserves a great hotel,” financier and philanthropist Laurance Rockefeller reportedly said about his decision to build the Mauna Kea on the Big Island in 1965. The resort, with its laid-back, family friendly vibe, prime position on a secluded portion of the northwestern shore and, yes, one of Hawaii’s best beach coves, has long been a multi-generational favorite, with guests coming for decades.

A $150 million upgrade a few years back gave Mauna Kea more vibrant interiors and modern amenities, but with its soul intact. The eight-story structure, which with its adjacent family wing, was not altered, and its colossal, cruise-ship-like architecture remains a case of love-it or hate-it. Rooms were significantly enlarged (while the room count was reduced from 310 to 258), and now have large, sleek bathrooms, cheery fabrics accenting the beds and furniture, and tech-savvy amenities that include flat-screen televisions (well-hidden so as not to disturb the castaway fantasy), iPod docks and WiFi throughout.

On-property amenities include 18-hole golf courses, a tennis center, a small spa and salon and several restaurants and bars, but many of the best-executed extras are geared towards kids (think billiards and a Wii room; complimentary cookies, brownies and soda throughout the day; water sports equipment for the taking; movie night; and a kids’ club). The rooms most requested by those traveling with children are on the ground floor of the family wing, from which the little ones are just a sliding door away from the expansive lawn (during peak season, some clever parents send their kids to reserve one of the double-chaises, of which there never seem to be enough for all guests). Rockefeller’s spirit persists throughout the hotel, not least in the impressive art collection of some 1,660 artifacts from the Pacific Rim and Asia. Chinese dragons and Japanese scrolls may not scream Hawaii, but they are the kind of quirky, one-of-a-kind touches that have made generations of families fall in love with this property. Note: Rooms facing the golf course are half the price of ocean view rooms.

After a $200 million renovation, the Mauna Lani has transformed into a luxurious resort with the flexibility to venture off property for island exploration.

Away from the island’s other big resorts, the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua wows guests with luxurious grounds and sweeping views.

Less than five minutes from Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Oahu, the Ritz-Carlton Residences offers apartment-style accommodations coupled with the top-notch service and amenities of the Ritz brand.

The "Pink Palace of the Pacific" opened on Waikiki Beach in 1927 and has managed to preserve its historic charms while adding modern conveniences. History buffs will love the old-world elegance found in the Historic Wing, where rooms have indigenous accents, canopy beds and Queen Anne-style writing desks. Those who prefer something more contemporary should opt for the modern Mailani Tower, which was added in 1969. Managed by Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the 528-room hotel was refurbished in 2010. Mercifully, the recent upgrades have done away with the all-pink theme in the guest rooms, some of which are now decorated in more muted tones. A few rooms, particularly the least expensive room categories, retain some enthusiastic splashes of color – with the wall behind the beds papered in gold and pink. Once the playground of former Hawaiian royalty and host to noted celebrities in the 1920s and 30s, before it was reserved for the US Navy during World War II, the Royal Hawaiian sits on one of the most sought-after beaches in all of Waikiki. There is a private and intimate Malulani Pool, as well as the Haleumoa Playground, a large, family-friendly resort pool with a slide. Even if you don’t stay here, be sure to visit the Mai Tai Bar, overlooking Diamond Head and the ocean at sunset, and order the resort’s signature pink mai tai.

Located in the heart of the Waikiki beach action, this enormous hotel and residential condominium has twelve different types of room categories, catering to guests ranging from business people, couples and families. The property also features a spa, multiple restaurants and shops, an infinity pool and personal concierge services.

Indagare works with excellent agencies on Kauai and can arrange rentals for members at hundreds of properties across the island. Accommodations range from a ten-bedroom estate, perfect for groups, to a more intimate villa that sits just steps from the sand on Hanalei Bay. The houses also come with concierge service, which can rustle up private chefs, Pilates instructors, surfing coaches and just about anything else. Many of the island’s houses will not allow guests to throw parties, but for those planning a special event, ask about a special villa on south shore, which is willing to make an exception. The rooms are arranged in a pavilion design with covered marble walkways between for plenty of privacy. More than an acre wraps around the house that also boasts magnificent ocean views.

For a couple on a romantic getaway, there’s a particularly special villa set in the hills high above the south shore’s Kalaheo Valley. This tucked-away, one-bedroom bungalow is owned by a couple who handcrafted the place themselves and then furnished it with items from their travels around the world. It contains unexpected touches like a Turkish prayer rug (something not often found in Hawaii), but everything seems to fit in this secluded abode. A private chef, a masseuse and a housekeeper are provided upon request.

The Big Island boasts many private villas and houses, some of which are on resort properties, and others that are more remote. Our Bookings Team can help you find the right house for your group.

On Kauai’s west shore, where the temperatures are warmest and rain is at a minimum, sits a cluster of restored sugar-plantation cottages from the 19th century. Once used for plantation employees and their families, the cottages have been renovated and opened for rent. A throwback to an earlier era, they come filled with traditional rattan, mahogany and wicker furnishings. There’s a laid-back atmosphere far from the bustle of the south and north shores. The property is surrounded by coconut groves, and amenities include a spa, tennis courts and an oceanfront pool. Linens and soft goods are always refreshed, but if you need updated kitchens with top-of-the-line appliances, this may not be the choice for you. The property has several cottages with one, two, three or four bedrooms, and two two-story houses with five bedrooms each.