Turtle Bay Oahu, Hawaii
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Resort Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
MarriottNorth Shore surf resort
Unpretentious luxury meets raw North Shore surf culture across a windswept peninsula dedicated to outdoor adventure.
“The Ritz-Carlton makes the most of its magical beachfront setting on Hawaii’s North Shore, with airy accommodation and experiential activities that embrace the lush outdoors.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Thirteen hundred coastal acres with pro surf instruction and ocean horseback trails.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and The 50 Discovery.
The open-air, natural-light-filled lobby, flanked by ocean views, is the perfect preamble to your Turtle Bay stay.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Miles of coastal trails pass tidal coves and a historic bunker, with Haleiwa surf town twenty minutes down the road.
The rooms
Bedrooms feature light woods and private oceanfront lanais, while dedicated hosts tend the standalone Ocean Bungalows.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Terraced pools step down toward the beach, bordered by hot tubs and separate family and adult decks.
The spa
Open-air cabanas and oceanfront decks look over the surf, with treatments using native medicinal plants.
The gym
Floor-to-ceiling windows look straight out at the ocean from the cardio machines and weight room.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Alaia
Open-air dining tables look out over the palms, serving Hawaiian dishes made with produce from nearby Kuilima Farm.
Bar
Off The Lip
The open-air lobby bar serves evening cocktails beside an infinity water feature facing the sunset.
At the table
Tiki torches light outdoor stone patios at dusk, with casual fare and live music steps from the beach.
How it began
Opened in 1972 on historic sugar mill land, the resort was originally planned as a casino until gambling laws stalled.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.