A new year means new adventures, travels and hotel openings. Here are a few new properties set to open in Oahu, Hawai’i, in 2024.
Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa
Adventure meets authenticity in Honolulu at Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa. With the grand opening set for March 2024, the property is the brand’s first location in Hawai’i and the first new hotel built in Honolulu in 25 years. Located near the city’s vibrant epicenter, the new, 39-story oasis offers luxurious rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and contemporary design. Highlights include a Sky Terrace and Renaissance Spa with Oahu’s first traditional Japanese ofuro soaking tubs, Himalayan salt saunas, fitness center with LifeFitness equipment and a glass-enclosed yoga space. Guests can take advantage of amenities including a heated saltwater pool, two hot tubs, a lap pool, a private club lounge offering stunning ocean views, a variety of dining options and easy beach access.
Celebrating its grand opening in January 2024, AC Hotel by Marriott Honolulu is situated in the heart of downtown Honolulu and caters to business and leisure travelers alike. The hotel is a short walking distance from the convention center, Chinatown’s vibrant nightlife and emerging restaurant scene, and historic landmarks like Ilolai Palace and the King Kamehameha statue. Enjoy thoughtfully designed rooms with amenities such as Lather bath products and D.I.Y. lavender turndown kits. Dining options include AC Kitchen, offering European-inspired cuisine, while the AC Lounge offers a tapas menu, craft beers and signature cocktails. There’s also Yours Truly, a hidden speakeasy, adding a unique touch with handcrafted cocktails in a secluded space within an old post office.
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