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Hilton’s New Hale Hokuala Kauai Will Be the First Curio Collection Hotel in Hawaii

Mar 16, 2026
Hawaii  Hilton Hotels & Resorts  Hotels and Resorts  Kauai  Travel News  
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The newbuild hotel will be located within Kauai's Hokuala Resort.
Credit: 2026 Hilton

Hilton has announced plans for Hale Hokuala Kauai, Curio Collection by Hilton, the brand's first property in Hawaii, with an opening targeted for fall 2026. The 210-room newbuild hotel will be located within the Hokuala Resort community on the island of Kauai.

Situated on a bluff overlooking the ocean and Haupu Mountain, the property is positioned along a corridor with views of the ocean, mountains and lagoons. It will be located a short distance from Lihue Airport, with proximity to destinations including Princeville, Poipu, Waimea Canyon and Wailua Falls. The hotel is also within walking distance of Kalapaki Beach.

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The hotel will include a signature restaurant overlooking the tropical lagoon and the Ocean Course at Hokuala, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, along with an outdoor pool, a fitness center, approximately 2,000 square feet of indoor meeting space and 10,000 square feet of outdoor event space. 

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Property offerings will include an outdoor pool, along with a signature restaurant, a fitness center and event space.
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"Hale Hokuala Kauai is a natural addition to our growing Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio, embodying the individuality, sense of place and authentic moments that define the brand," said Brooke Thomas, brand leader for Curio Collection by Hilton. "Rooted in the culture and natural beauty of Kauai, the hotel will offer a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates the spirit of the island while delivering the elevated service and thoughtful design our guests expect from this remarkable brand. We're also proud to call it Curio Collection's first Hawaiian property, a testament to the brand's continued growth into the world's most sought-after destinations."

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Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Hilton. It has been fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.

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