Hilton Announces Plans for First Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel in Hawai’i

Hilton recently announced plans for Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, Curio Collection by Hilton, which will be the lifestyle brand’s first hotel in Hawai‘i, expected to open in fall 2026. Within the Hōkūala Resort community on the island of Kauaʻi, the 210-room, new-build hotel will offer expansive ocean views, mountain landscapes and lagoon vistas, within easy reach of Lihue Airport and island attractions stretching from Princeville and Poʻipū to Waimea Canyon and Wailua Falls.

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“Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi is a natural addition to our growing Curio Collection by Hilton portfolio, embodying the individuality, sense of place and authentic moments that define the brand,” said Brooke Thomas, brand leader, Curio Collection by Hilton. “Rooted in the culture and natural beauty of Kaua‘i, the hotel will offer a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates the spirit of the island while delivering the elevated service and thoughtful design our guests expect from this remarkable brand. We’re also proud to call it Curio Collection’s first Hawaiian property, a testament to the brand’s continued growth into the world’s most sought-after destinations.”

Set on a bluff overlooking the ocean and Haʻupu Mountain and drawing inspiration from Kauaʻi’s environment and traditions, property amenities will include a signature restaurant overlooking the tropical lagoon and the Ocean Course at Hōkūala, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course; an outdoor pool; fitness center; and approximately 2,000 square feet of indoor meeting space, complemented by 10,000 square feet of outdoor event space.

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Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, Curio Collection by Hilton will participate in Hilton Honors. Throughout Hawai‘i, Hilton currently has a portfolio of more than 25 hotels welcoming travelers across the destination, and a development pipeline of nearly 10 hotels in various stages of design and construction.