Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina.

Situated on Oahu’s leeward coast, the Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina trades the high-rise density of Honolulu for a more secluded, self-contained experience. The Edward Killingsworth-designed property occupies a prime position beside the Lanikuhonua nature preserve and a series of four protected lagoons, which offer notably calmer waters for swimming and paddleboarding than the island's open-ocean beaches. Inside, the 370 rooms reflect a "kama‘aina" aesthetic—think light-filled, open-air spaces that lean into local tradition without feeling dated. The resort functions as a destination within itself, featuring four pools, a sprawling 35,000-square-foot spa, and six diverse dining concepts ranging from Asian fusion to coastal Italian. It’s an ideal base for those who want a refined, resort-heavy stay with easy access to the Ko Olina Golf Club and nearby marina.