We really enjoyed the Ihilani - got a huge room in the front 3 (?) story building & were very happy. Small pool & so so food is only drawback. Plus, it is a ways into Waikiki & downtown, but if you want to stay remote. I thought the Paradise Cove luau was painful & the food awful, but others have enjoyed. We had dinner at the Kahala last trip. Although I love the area, the hotel did look dated. Made me worry the rooms have not been kept up, but honestly have not seen one. Close to the Kaimuki Waialae area, with many great restaurants & gourmet wine store.