Translating to mean “The Gathering Place”, what better place to host your next conference or event than on the tropical island of O’ahu in Hawaii? Tempting visitors with stunning weather year round, Hawaii is an adventurer’s playground ready to be explored, and Honolulu a buzzing cultural cosmopolitan for some serious shopping expeditions, fun drinking and tasty dining.
Ideally situated between Downtown Honolulu and Waikiki Resort area, Ala Moana Hotel in Honolulu is perfect for enhancing your conference agenda with a central location to the city bustle.
Our landmark hotel is positioned less than 12kms from Honolulu International Airport and just over 3kms from the nearest major cruise ship ports should your delegates wish to enjoy a little luxury getaway before or after the conference.
Ala Moana Hotel swaps out a resort feel for a more business vibe, appealing to those with a more serious agenda. Greet guests with an “Aloha” in one of a total of nine meeting rooms for a flexible combined space of almost 1,400 square metres.
Enjoy the use of WiFi and satellite conference facilities, a ballroom capacity of 500 for banquets, expert on-site caterers and even the hotel’s own exclusive nightclub so your guests can let their hair down at lively after parties.
Ideally positioned, Ala Moana Hotel is located beside the world’s largest open-air shopping mall and just a short stroll away from the Hawaii Convention Center, perfect for groups attending conferences of a larger scale.
We asked our Event Specialists at Ala Moana Hotel what makes Honolulu the most exciting place for event organisers to create memorable team bonding activities for guests. Here are our top picks from those who know best:
Kualoa Ranch
We can help you make the most of beautiful weather by arranging for your guests to spend time outdoors at world famous private nature reserve, Kualoa.
From treetop canopy zip-lining to horseback riding, ATV tours and even a movie site tour of film sites for movies like Jurassic Park, Godzilla, 50 First Dates, You Me & Dupree and more, a trip to this legendary reserve is sure to impress.
Makers & Tasters Kewalo
The foodies at heart among your delegates will be chomping at the bit to rush over to Makers & Tasters Kewalo for culinary exploration.
With directions and a slew of insider tips Event Specialists, find this new food park and marketplace located along the Kewalo Harbor waterfront, luring all in the region with tempting smells wafting on the breeze.
Open daily, there are always new food trucks to visit and live entertainment to enjoy. We can assist in arranging times for your delegates to visit together and discover what tasty cuisines are on offer.
Polynesian Cultural Center
They’ve flown in from all around the world for your important event; now spoil your delegates to a day out at the Polynesian Cultural Center to experience a little island flair.
Simply ask our Activities Specialists to arrange a visit to the center and experience a mixture of six Pacific cultures, each here to share their ways and demonstrate their native art, music, history and games.
Traditional island activities are available and make for great bonding time for corporates while specialty shops mean guests can take a piece of Polynesia home with them too.
Hawaiian Events
For an added benefit to delegates, opt to organise your conference around one of the many Hawaiian festivals throughout the year and double the appeal for guests to attend with a little organisational assistance from our Events Specialists.
Stand-out events include the Aloha Festivals, a premier showcase of Hawaiian music, dance and history, The Joy of Sake Honolulu festival celebrating Hawaii’s century-long love affair with Japanese sake, the Honolulu Festival celebrating art, music and dance with a parade through Waikiki, the King Kamehameha Floral Parade in June and of course Hawaii’s many surfing competitions that make an easy spectacle, particularly for delegates of colder climates or inland locations to enjoy.