Where Disney magic meets the spirit of aloha. Tucked along the white-sand beaches of Ko Olina on O'ahu's sunny leeward coast β about 30 minutes from Honolulu Airport β Aulani is a full resort escape, not a park. This is your home base for everything: your printable handbook, the pools and lagoon, dining, the luau, the spa, and the little details that make it seamless.
A little setup before you go makes everything smoother β from online check-in to booking activities and finding your way around the resort.
I've put together one beautiful, detailed handbook covering the whole resort β tap to open, then save or print it for your trip.
Everything about your stay in one place β the resort, your room, all the dining, activities, the spa, what's included versus what costs extra, resort policies, a packing list, and a printable daily schedule.
"Aulani" means "messenger of a chief," and "Ko Olina" means "place of joy" β once a retreat for Hawaiian royalty. Spread across 21 oceanfront acres, the resort blends Hawaiian art, culture, and storytelling with the service and touches only Disney delivers.
On the calm, sunny leeward coast of O'ahu, away from the crowds of Waikiki but close enough to explore the island. A protected lagoon and white-sand beach sit right outside your door.
Character greetings, fireside storytelling, movies under the stars, wondrously themed pools, and world-renowned Disney service β all woven through an authentically Hawaiian experience.
Snorkel a private reef lagoon, splash in the misty grotto, drop the kids at Aunty's Beach House, and dine at restaurants with menus for every age. Better together, at every turn.
From cozy standard rooms to spacious multi-bedroom villas, with views ranging from island gardens to full ocean. I'll help you match the right category to your party and budget.
Around 382 sq ft with a king & sofa bed or two queens β flat-panel TV, mini fridge, balcony, and a spa-like bath with an oversized tub and separate toilet room.
A great fit for smaller parties or shorter stays β a queen bed plus a queen sleeper sofa, wet bar, microwave, coffee maker, and a private balcony.
Disney Vacation Club units built for larger groups β separate bedrooms, a full kitchen, living and dining areas, washer/dryer, and a whirlpool tub.
Elevated space for special stays, from 1-bedroom parlor suites up to the Signature 2-Bedroom (over 1,900 sq ft, sleeps six, with a butler's pantry).
Water is the heart of Aulani β and most of it is included with your stay.
The sprawling pool area with a lazy river, two waterslides (one serene, one thrilling), the Menehune Bridge play area, and the Ka Maka Grotto infinity-edge pool overlooking the beach.
The only private snorkeling lagoon on O'ahu for a close-up look at colorful fish. This is a paid add-on (day or length-of-stay), with snorkel gear included.
Swim, snorkel, paddleboard, or relax on the white sand. Boogie boards, umbrellas, sand toys, and beach chairs are complimentary for resort guests.
A complimentary, Imagineer-designed kids' club for ages 4β12 β Hawaiian arts and crafts, games, movies, and storytelling with secure check-in/out.
Say aloha and pose with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, and friends in their island best β plus pool parties throughout the week.
Stand-up paddleboarding, supplied-air snorkeling, and more (some carry a fee). Perfect calm water for first-timers and families.
The resort's signature evening β about three hours of island food, song, dance, and storytelling, with a kid-friendly bento for the keiki. Book early (see tips below).
Gather around the fire pit for enchanting Hawaiian tales told by a master storyteller β a quiet, magical way to end the day.
Classic and current Disney films under the stars, plus live Hawaiian music nightly in The 'Εlelo Room lounge.
From grab-and-go to a four-course tasting menu β full details and menus are in your handbook above.
'AMA'AMA β oceanfront fine dining (a 4-course, largely gluten-free menu with plant-based options). Makahiki β festive family dining and the home of Aulani's character breakfast. Off The Hook β poolside by day, table service by night.
Ulu CafΓ© (budget-friendly meals and Mickey waffles), Mama's Snack Stop, 'Εlelo Room bites, Little 'Opihi's beachside kiosk, and PΔpΔlua Shave Ice for a customizable frozen treat.
The 'Εlelo Room (cocktails and a whole Hawaiian-language theme), Off The Hook (a fisherman's-shack vibe), and the Wailana Pool Bar for poolside sips and casual bites.
Traditional Hawaiian lomilomi massage, tropical exfoliations, facials, body treatments, and couples' services β plus Painted Sky, a teen & kids' style studio.
A 5,000 sq ft outdoor sanctuary with heated pools, six waterfall rain showers, a reflexology walk, whirlpool, and cold plunge.
A 24-hour, 2,000 sq ft health club with state-of-the-art equipment, plus sunrise yoga on the beach and outdoor classes (check the Daily 'Iwa).
So much is included with your stay β the pools, lazy river, waterslides, Aunty's Beach House, beach gear, most activities, and nightly entertainment. A few standout experiences carry a separate fee and are worth reserving ahead.
Fly into Honolulu (HNL) β Aulani is about a 30-minute drive to Ko Olina. Shuttles, Charley's Taxi, and TheBus are all options; a rental car is handy if you plan to explore the island. I can help arrange transportation.
Overnight self-parking or valet runs about $50/day (day-guest valet ~$40), max two cars per reservation β rates subject to change. Many guests skip the car and taxi/shuttle in.
Check-in is after 3 PM (rooms) / 4 PM (villas); checkout is 11 AM. A fresh pool/beach wristband is issued each day to registered guests. Photo ID and a card on file are required at check-in.
Aulani is smoke-free, and quiet hours run 10 PMβ7 AM. Pool chairs can't be reserved β belongings left over an hour may be cleared β so arrive early on busy days.
There are quiet stretches between booking and your trip β here's what's next so you always know the plan.
Questions on room categories, the luau, dining, or how to blend resort days with island adventures? That's exactly what I'm here for β reach out anytime.
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