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Nov 18, 2003, 9:21 pm
#826
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Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Over the Bay Bridge, CA
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Posts: 38,696
HHV Kalia Tower important info
This seemed important enough for another thread and may explain a lot...
Hilton will turn 138 rooms in the tower into a 72 unit Hilton Grand Vacations Club. Pre-opening sales are expected to begin next month.
(If this was previously mentioned somewhere and I missed it, feel free to delete.)
Hilton will turn 138 rooms in the tower into a 72 unit Hilton Grand Vacations Club. Pre-opening sales are expected to begin next month.
(If this was previously mentioned somewhere and I missed it, feel free to delete.)
Nov 19, 2003, 5:50 pm
#827
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Posts: 219
I will post my experience. I am leaning towards requesting a room in the Rainbow tower unless I hear some more positive feedback about the Kalia tower.
Nov 22, 2003, 12:13 pm
#828
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: La Conner, WA
Programs: IHGPlatinum, Marriott Silver
Posts: 158
Checked into HHV yesterday (11/21). Tried to get into the Ali'i, Tapa or Rainbow towers as a Diamond, but the resort is full for the holiday week. Got an oceanview room in the Kalia Tower, on the 21st floor (of 25).
Rooms are nice, new, but on the smaller side. Odd numbers are oceanview, even mountainview. Haven't had a chance to look at the mountainview rooms yet. There is definitely street noise even on the oceanview side, if you are on the lanai or have your sliding door open. The view toward Diamondhead is blocked by the Tapa Tower, with the Rainbow and Lagoon Towers partially blocking the beach view. My room looks straight out over the lagoon. Still nice at sunset! Saw the fireworks from my lanai last night...minimally obscured by the Rainbow Tower. I think if you were on the other end of this tower, however, the view of the fireworks would not be as good. Room numbers range from XX29-XX57. I am in a higher number room.
This is the furthest Tower from the beach and superpool. This doesn't bother me, as I like to walk (I guess I'll get a lot of that next week at HWV!) The tower does have it's own pool on the 4th floor, along with Mandara Spa.
The lounge is located the 25th floor in the center of the building, oceanview. Morning continental breakfast of the usual fare: toasts, bagels, doughnuts, danish, cereal, fruit. During the day they have crunchies like chips/salsa, pretzels and yummy cookies and brownies, along with soft drinks. I have not tried the evening reception, but one of the servers said it has a pu pu selection (hot/cold) and bar service. Cocktails and wine are $7, beer $5 (which includes gratuity according to the drink menu).
I move to HWV tomorrow (11/23) for my ALON stay over thanksgiving. I will give a HWV update at that time.
Hope that helps!
Rooms are nice, new, but on the smaller side. Odd numbers are oceanview, even mountainview. Haven't had a chance to look at the mountainview rooms yet. There is definitely street noise even on the oceanview side, if you are on the lanai or have your sliding door open. The view toward Diamondhead is blocked by the Tapa Tower, with the Rainbow and Lagoon Towers partially blocking the beach view. My room looks straight out over the lagoon. Still nice at sunset! Saw the fireworks from my lanai last night...minimally obscured by the Rainbow Tower. I think if you were on the other end of this tower, however, the view of the fireworks would not be as good. Room numbers range from XX29-XX57. I am in a higher number room.
This is the furthest Tower from the beach and superpool. This doesn't bother me, as I like to walk (I guess I'll get a lot of that next week at HWV!) The tower does have it's own pool on the 4th floor, along with Mandara Spa.
The lounge is located the 25th floor in the center of the building, oceanview. Morning continental breakfast of the usual fare: toasts, bagels, doughnuts, danish, cereal, fruit. During the day they have crunchies like chips/salsa, pretzels and yummy cookies and brownies, along with soft drinks. I have not tried the evening reception, but one of the servers said it has a pu pu selection (hot/cold) and bar service. Cocktails and wine are $7, beer $5 (which includes gratuity according to the drink menu).
I move to HWV tomorrow (11/23) for my ALON stay over thanksgiving. I will give a HWV update at that time.
Hope that helps!
Nov 22, 2003, 2:57 pm
#829
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Toronto, ON
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium, AA Plat MM
Posts: 3,585
Thanks, AkWxMan, especially for the lounge info. Don't mind the walk to the beach/pool either and having that lounge access with the kids along might really help to defray some of our food expenses. I'm a little concerned about the room size though - what is the configuration? King and a sofabed? Do you think there'e enough room for a rollaway? Thanks.
Nov 23, 2003, 11:35 am
#830
Join Date: Sep 2001
Location: San Diego
Posts: 449
I was at the HHV Nov 12 - 15 last week and as I checked in, I asked when the Kalia tower was going to reopen, and the woman at the front desk said "in about a month." I'll be darned.
Nov 23, 2003, 4:02 pm
#831
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Posts: 219
Thank you for the timely info, AkWxMan. I think it reinforces my decision to try for a corner room in the Rainbow tower. I am guessing the week starting Jan 2 will be a little less packed.
Nov 23, 2003, 8:21 pm
#832
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: La Conner, WA
Programs: IHGPlatinum, Marriott Silver
Posts: 158
Another little update...
Was at the evening reception last night. 2 hot Pu Pu's and then the usual assortment of cheeses, veggies and chips/pretzels. The Kalia tower also has a seperate reception and concierge in the lobby, as well as a seperate Valet ($17/day).
yyzflyer, I had a room with 2 doubles as no king rooms were available. Would be VERY tight to have a rollaway in there...don't even think it would fit. Didn't see a king room..sorry.
Was at the evening reception last night. 2 hot Pu Pu's and then the usual assortment of cheeses, veggies and chips/pretzels. The Kalia tower also has a seperate reception and concierge in the lobby, as well as a seperate Valet ($17/day).
yyzflyer, I had a room with 2 doubles as no king rooms were available. Would be VERY tight to have a rollaway in there...don't even think it would fit. Didn't see a king room..sorry.
Nov 25, 2003, 1:12 am
#833
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Seattle, WA, USA
Posts: 219
Can't use HHV ALON res Jan 2
I am scheduled for an ALON stay at the HHV on Jan 2. I am starting a new job next week, and will not be able to get time off so soon.
If there is anyone with an ALON cert who has been unable to find availability I would be happy to coordinate with you so that you can take these dates.
If there is anyone with an ALON cert who has been unable to find availability I would be happy to coordinate with you so that you can take these dates.
Nov 25, 2003, 1:44 pm
#834
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Cincinnati, OH US
Posts: 48
Just stayed on an ALON. Unfortunately, although I was Gold, I was in the Kalia Tower. I did get the executive floor, however, room 2544 - a decent view of Waikiki and Diamond Head. Also included was breakfast coupons for two different restaurants, 2 free bottles of water, and the food at the executive floor. We basically had a good breakfast and a light dinner there every night. Room was okay, nothing spectacular.
Nov 25, 2003, 3:10 pm
#835
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: 60601 AA/HH/SPG
Posts: 1,090
The 2 Bedroom penthouse suite in Lagoon Tower is my favorite. It comes with daily maid service and room service. No free breakfasts.
Nov 26, 2003, 4:15 am
#836
formerly known as Frugal Travel Guy
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Greenville, SC
Programs: UA Gold, HH Gold, SPG Gold, Marriott Silver, Hyatt Platinum
Posts: 1,925
Just got back last week. First offered a suite on Lagoon side Rainbow Tower. Told checkin agent it was our honeymoon (yes it was), and introduced him to Mr. Jackson. Got Rainbow tower Diamond Head side Rm 1911. Would suggest when asking for Rainbow tower get odd numbered rooms starting at 16th floor and up, and rooms numbers 1601,03,05,07,09,11 and 13. That gives them 15 floors to work with and 7 rooms per floor. The view will be outstanding from any of those rooms. You can get a suite anywhere. You can only get that view in those 100+ rooms
Nov 26, 2003, 5:37 am
#837
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: Belgium
Programs: QR platinum
Posts: 645
Rainbow Tower , as Gold was upgraded to Room 2801, fantastic corner room (as all XX01 rooms 2 lania balcons)last week
Nov 26, 2003, 7:33 am
#838
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So you were in my xx01 room last week? Harumph...
Got a great upgrade though. Rainbow Tower, 3105. Fabulous view.
The bathroom had a window so we could look out at diamond head while contemplating the meaining of life
... Never had a hotel room with an interior window that opened out into the rest of the room & provided such a great view.
Review to follow later.....
Mary
Got a great upgrade though. Rainbow Tower, 3105. Fabulous view.
The bathroom had a window so we could look out at diamond head while contemplating the meaining of life
... Never had a hotel room with an interior window that opened out into the rest of the room & provided such a great view.Review to follow later.....
Mary
Jan 11, 2004, 7:22 am
#839
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Roseville, CA
Programs: Lifetime Plat Marriott
Posts: 1,358
HHV-Garden room w/2 doubles on Award?
I am considering using an award stay for a trip to Hawaii in February. I called the Hilton 1-800 line in inquire about availability. I am a Diamond so I didn't think there would be too much of a problem.
She told me there was availability, but only for two double beds with a garden view? What?!?! I'm not going to burn 175k points for a double bed, for one. (Husband refuses to sleep on double bed, too tall.)
Has anyone else ever been told this? Is this typically canned language or is this perhaps what is left?
Any thoughts?
Dawn
She told me there was availability, but only for two double beds with a garden view? What?!?! I'm not going to burn 175k points for a double bed, for one. (Husband refuses to sleep on double bed, too tall.)
Has anyone else ever been told this? Is this typically canned language or is this perhaps what is left?
Any thoughts?
Dawn
Jan 11, 2004, 7:30 am
#840
Join Date: Apr 2003
Posts: 282
Two things come to mind. First, is it possible you are trying to book the week of the Pro Bowl? If so that could have something to do with lack of availability. As far as the award booking, it will be booked as a garden room although you usually get your choice of bed type, then you get an upgrade based on availability at the time of check-in. Did you try going to the Hilton website and trying to book a room for those dates to see what rooms come up as available?