Intimate oceanfront meetings and group events in Honolulu’s serene Honolulu setting
5000 The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, United States
Contact: +1 (888) 605-1350
Meetings & Events
THE IDEAL VENUE
WHY HOST HERE?
Secluded Oceanfront
Host guests beside a secluded beachfront setting, tropical gardens, ocean views, and the resort’s tranquil private lagoon.
Branded Moments
Personalise celebrations with proposal and romance packages, local artist showcases, and cultural ecosystem education for memorable guest connections.
Flexible Venues
Choose adaptable ballrooms, lawns, banquet halls, and indoor-outdoor spaces for gatherings from intimate dinners to large receptions.
Island Experiences
Build shared experiences through concierge-arranged snorkeling, helicopter tours, luau outings, Pearl Harbor visits, and custom island excursions.
Distinctive Dining
Cater events with five restaurants, two lounges, beachfront dining, Italian cuisine, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, cocktails, and afternoon tea.
Expert Support
Rely on multilingual staff, concierge assistance, tours and ticket support, accessible meeting spaces, and complimentary resort-wide WiFi.
business meets paradise
Event Venues
Capacity: 450 Guests
Maile Ballroom Venue
Host conferences, incentives and corporate galas in The Kahala Hotel & Resort’s Maile Ballroom, an 8,800 sq ft ballroom subdividable into three sections, with an adjacent foyer overlooking the dolphin lagoon for cocktail receptions.
Capacity: 120 Guests
Waialae Ballroom Venue
Host conferences, incentives and corporate functions in Waialae Ballroom at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, offering over 2,700 sq ft, flexible layouts and views of an outdoor waterfall feature.
Capacity: 14 Guests
Kainoa I Meeting Room Venue
Host focused executive meetings in Kainoa I at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, a small meeting room with additional seating flexibility compared to Kainoa II for intimate corporate functions and strategy sessions.
Capacity: 12 Guests
Kainoa II Boardroom Venue
Host focused executive meetings in Kainoa II Boardroom at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, a 415 sq ft boardroom with a private outdoor garden, ideal for board meetings and intimate corporate functions.
Capacity: 40 Guests
Kahala o Ke Kai Venue
Host intimate conferences, incentives and corporate functions in Kahala o Ke Kai, an oceanfront indoor/outdoor function space at The Kahala Hotel & Resort with folding glass doors for seamless meetings and events.
Capacity: 300 Guests
Koko Head Ocean Lawn Venue
Host conferences, incentives and corporate functions on Koko Head Ocean Lawn, a 6,000 sq ft outdoor beachfront lawn at The Kahala Hotel & Resort with flexible terrace-style space for larger group events.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MEETINGS & EVENTS FAQs
What event and meeting spaces does The Kahala Hotel & Resort offer?
The Kahala Hotel & Resort presents seven distinctive function spaces spanning over 24,000 square feet, ranging from oceanfront lawns to elegant ballrooms. Signature venues include the Waialae Beach Lawn, Maile Ballroom, Grand Ballroom, Koko Head Ocean Lawn, Kahala o Ke Kai, Plumeria Grove, and Plumeria Ocean Grove, allowing The Kahala Hotel & Resort to adapt to nearly any event vision.
How much total meeting and event space does The Kahala Hotel & Resort provide?
The Kahala Hotel & Resort offers over 24,000 square feet of function space across seven venues, according to the property’s own event listings. These flexible spaces can accommodate groups as small as 10 guests up to several hundred, making The Kahala Hotel & Resort suitable for intimate gatherings as well as large-scale celebrations.
Can The Kahala Hotel & Resort host weddings?
Yes, The Kahala Hotel & Resort is a popular choice for oceanfront and garden weddings. Couples can exchange vows on the Waialae Beach Lawn, accommodating up to 250 guests with sweeping Pacific views, or in the intimate, tropical-garden setting near the resort’s tranquil lagoon. Larger receptions can move into the Maile Ballroom, which features crystal chandeliers and panoramic garden views.
What is the capacity of the Waialae Beach Lawn at The Kahala Hotel & Resort?
The Waialae Beach Lawn at The Kahala Hotel & Resort is an outdoor beachfront venue with sweeping Pacific views that can accommodate up to 250 guests, making it ideal for outdoor ceremonies, receptions, and sunset celebrations at The Kahala Hotel & Resort.
What makes the Maile Ballroom at The Kahala Hotel & Resort a popular event venue?
The Maile Ballroom is a sophisticated indoor reception space at The Kahala Hotel & Resort featuring crystal chandeliers, high ceilings, and panoramic garden views. With capacity for up to 500 guests, it is well suited for large receptions, galas, and formal celebrations.
Does The Kahala Hotel & Resort have outdoor event venues with ocean views?
Yes, The Kahala Hotel & Resort offers several outdoor venues with ocean and lagoon views. The Koko Head Ocean Lawn, at 6,000 square feet under palm trees, comfortably hosts 150–300 guests for luaus, buffet dinners, or cocktail receptions under the stars, while Plumeria Grove and Plumeria Ocean Grove offer exclusive oceanfront settings framed by Oʻahu’s coastline, perfect for outdoor ceremonies at The Kahala Hotel & Resort.
What is the Grand Ballroom like at The Kahala Hotel & Resort?
The Grand Ballroom at The Kahala Hotel & Resort is an 8,800-square-foot event space featuring glass chandeliers and overlooking the resort’s private lagoon. It can host up to 450 guests, making it one of the resort’s premier venues for banquets and large-scale events.
What catering and dining options are available for events at The Kahala Hotel & Resort?
The Kahala Hotel & Resort offers on-site dining venues that can support private events and catering, including Alan Wong’s, Plumeria Beach House, Arancino at The Kahala, Seaside Grill, and The Veranda. The property also features a dedicated banquet hall and ballroom, and its on-site restaurant is wheelchair-accessible for event guests.
Are the meeting and event spaces at The Kahala Hotel & Resort accessible?
Yes, The Kahala Hotel & Resort provides wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces and a business center, along with a wheelchair-accessible concierge desk, registration desk, and path to the elevator. The resort also offers assistive listening devices, Braille or raised signage, and multilingual staff to support event guests.
Can events and celebrations at The Kahala Hotel & Resort include children and families?
Yes, The Kahala Hotel & Resort is a family-friendly property that welcomes guests of all ages, so celebrations and events can comfortably include children. The resort’s Keiki Club and children’s pool mean families attending weddings, reunions, or other gatherings at The Kahala Hotel & Resort can plan activities for younger guests as well.