I like the Halekalani a lot but recognizing it is a city hotel. Great restaurants in the area including the hotel’s la mar. , lovely views from the hotel if you get diamond head view. But it is a city view hotel. If you want a better beach but still close to the various restaurants ( by car) kahala is better. In a premium residential area as well. But the only Hawaiian resort I really love is Mauna Kea. Not for everyone but the best beach in Hawaii. I will say I’m anxious to go back to both Lanai resorts now with Larry E’s renovations.