Elevated residential oasis
High above the Kalakaua bustle, residential life unfolds with quiet Pacific views, evening sunset oli chants, and secluded open-air decks.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Dedicated beach concierges and ocean-facing residential suites fitted with full Sub-Zero kitchens.
Notable
Twin high-rise towers with geometric bark-cloth relief podiums and landscape-inspired room palettes.
Notable
A Harley Pasternak fitness studio alongside native botanical therapies and lomilomi bodywork.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and Tatler.
Just off Kalakaua Avenue rather than on it, this dual-tower high-rise keeps its lobby, restaurants and pools on the eighth floor: no passing foot traffic, no crowded bars.
“The modern, Japanese-influenced design of the lobby, combined with the breathtaking ocean views visible through expansive windows, instantly conveyed that this was no ordinary hotel.”
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on Kalaimoku Street, the towers border Luxury Row boutiques and offer a quiet base minutes from central Honolulu culture.
The rooms
Every residence faces the ocean through floor-to-ceiling glass, opening onto private lanais with full kitchens and deep soaking tubs.
The rooftop pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Heated infinity pools sit high above the street on the sky decks, flanked by private cabanas.
The spa and gym
The spa draws on native ti leaves and lomilomi bodywork, set beside a 24-hour Harley Pasternak fitness studio.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Keiji Nakazawa serves Edomae omakase at a 16-seat counter, and Quiora plates rustic Italian dishes out on the terrace.
Tucked away from buzzing Waikiki, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach offers a tranquil and private oasis near Honolulu’s Luxury Row...
How it began
The twin towers reflect a mountain-to-sea concept, fronted by a podium sculpted with traditional Hawaiian bark-cloth patterns.
“the posh dual-tower high-rise with two infinity pools provides a more serene experience than most of the oceanfront hotels that line Waikiki Beach.”
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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.