Nestled on 850 acres overlooking picturesque Kuilima Cove, this polished tropical resort boasts airy rooms, two pools, and stellar service—but dining options could use a bit more variety.
"Located on O'ahu's North Shore, Turtle Bay Resort is the only full-service resort in the area. It offers a blend of luxury accommodations, cultural experiences, and sustainability initiatives. The resort features amenities such as seven beaches, a farm, golf courses, hiking trails, and a spa, and it hosts various activities focused on Hawaiian history and culture." - Dobrina Zhekova Dobrina Zhekova Dobrina Zhekova is a writer with over a decade of editorial experience in Europe and the U.S. She covers luxury travel, art, architecture, and design. Her writing has appeared on
"Situated on the North Shore, this resort offers a peaceful retreat with oceanfront views, a golf course, and a variety of outdoor activities including horseback riding and surfing." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Located on O’ahu’s North Shore, this resort offers family-friendly experiences such as bird-watching tours, kayaking, stargazing, and ukulele lessons. The Stables at Turtle Bay provides horseback riding and celebrates the region’s ranching history with farm-to-table food and music." - Kathryn Romeyn, Devorah Lev-Tov
"There's plenty to do on-site at Turtle Bay Resort, including 12 miles of hiking trails." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"Turtle Bay Resort is the only resort property at the northernmost tip of O‘ahu, offering a unique experience away from the urban environment. The resort blends the North Shore’s surfing culture, natural wonders, and ranching heritage. Guests can participate in various family-friendly activities such as bird-watching tours, cultural bike tours, kayaking, stargazing, and ukulele lessons. The resort also hosts a coastal restoration workday and offers horseback riding with scenic views, celebrating the region’s ranching history with farm-to-table food, music, and dancing." - Kathryn Romeyn, Devorah Lev-Tov
