The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay
Resort hotel · Honolulu ·
Oceanfront resort with golf, spa, multiple pools, and activities
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57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731 Get directions
Oceanfront resort with golf, spa, multiple pools, and activities
57-091 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731 Get directions
"During the World Surf League Finals at Pipeline, this North Shore resort is recommended for its close proximity to Oʻahu’s premier breaks, allowing surf fans to base themselves amid coconut palms and rugged coastline just a short drive from the contest site." - Jessica Chapel
"Sprawling across nearly 1,300 acres of historic North Shore land with five miles of coastline and 12 miles of trails about 45 miles from Waikīkī, this longtime family favorite recently underwent a $250 million refresh to rooms, bungalows, pools, and dining, and the new open-air Club Lounge keeps families—especially ravenous teens—fueled all day with complimentary food and drinks and ocean views. Kids of all ages can bounce between a pool with water slides, calm snorkeling- and swim-ready beaches, bike rides along beachside trails, horseback rides, painting parties, lawn games like cornhole and giant Jenga, and hands-on classes in candle-making, gyotaku, and wood carving; beginners can even learn to surf a world-class break right at the hotel—maybe alongside one of the resident surfing dogs—or slip into Kuilima Cove on a guided nighttime snorkel. The resort’s cowboy-themed lūʻau brings live music, hula, and paniolo games, and spacious accommodations—including 740-square-foot bungalows with grassy lawns and exclusive access to a private tranquility pool—make it easy for larger groups, with winter’s monster surf and the quaint shops and eateries of nearby Haleʻiwa adding extra allure." - Catherine Toth Fox
"On Oʻahu’s North Shore the resort’s five-day Camp Laird gives 20 guests the chance to be coached by big-wave surfer Laird Hamilton at the surfers’ favorite break in front of Turtle Bay Pool Bar, with the program designed to let guests do more than admire the view and instead try to catch their first wave. Beyond surf coaching, Camp Laird’s itinerary includes stand-up paddle, foil, swimming, breathwork and recovery so guests can both learn and recuperate during an immersive coastal-sport experience." - Jillian Dara
"Recognizable for appearing in films such as Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and Forgetting Sarah Marshall, The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay is highlighted as the notable North Shore resort runner-up loved for its scenic setting." - Rachel Cheng
"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