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Several new hotel developments and renovations are underway across the Hawaiian Islands. Here’s a summary of some key projects:
* Oahu:
* Hilton Hawaiian Village (Waikiki): A proposed 36-story tower, called the AMB Tower, is planned near Ala Moana Boulevard and Kalia Road, adding approximately 515 rooms. Construction is expected to start in 2026 and continue through 2029.
* Dual-branded Hyatt (Ewa Beach): A five-story, 204-room property with both Hyatt Place and Hyatt House hotels is planned. Construction could begin in 2025.
* AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu: Opened in December 2023 in downtown Honolulu.
* Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa: Opened in early 2024 at the Sky Ala Moana mixed-use development.
* The Romer Waikīkī at The Ambassador: Opened in October 2023, after renovations.
* Hawaii Island:
* Waikoloa Plaza: Two hotels, a Candlewood Suites (110 rooms) and a Holiday Inn Express (140 rooms), are planned as part of the Waikoloa Plaza development. Construction is projected to begin in 2027, with openings in 2027 and 2028.
* Mauna Kea Beach Hotel: Undergoing a $180 million renovation, starting in April 2024 and expected to be completed in Q2 2025.
* Kauai:
* New Hilton Hotel (Lihue): A new Hilton hotel is slated for construction in the Hokuala resort community.
* Coco Palms (Kimpton Hotel): The historic Coco Palms Resort is being redeveloped into a Kimpton Hotel, with an anticipated opening in 2026.
This information is based on reports from February and earlier in 2025. Development plans and timelines can change, so it’s always a good idea to check directly with the hotels or developers for the most up-to-date information.
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