Kamaaina special at Aqua Lotus Honolulu

Aqua Lotus Honolulu is offering Hawaii residents a ‘Kamaaina Special’ for stays August 1 through December 23, 2011.

Rate for the ‘Kamaaina Special” is $159 per night for a Diamond Head View room. When booking the special, kamaaina also receive a 50% discount on valet parking and WiFi Internet access is free.  

Aqua Lotus Honolulu is ideally situated adjacent to San Souci Beach along Waikiki’s “Gold Coast”.  It is the closest hotel to Diamond Head at just .5 miles away and within easy walking distance to major attractions and activities such as Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, Kapiolani Park and Waikiki Shell.  Aqua Lotus Honolulu is also just minutes from world-class shopping and entertainment. 

Aqua Lotus Honolulu offers many amenities including:

·         Complimentary morning coffee service

·         Use of a selection of beach amenities

·         Concierge

·         Private lanai

·         Oversized desk

·         Wireless Internet access

·         I-Pod docking station

·         Mini-refrigerator

·         Electronic in-room safe

·         and more

Aqua Lotus Honolulu kamaaina special is based on availability and offered through December 23, 2011.  Valid driver’s license or ID with a Hawaii address is required upon check-in.  There is no minimum night requirement.  The special is valid for new bookings only and cannot be combined with any other offer.

For reservations, see your preferred travel agent, book online or call Aqua at 808-924-6543

or toll free at 1-866-406-2782.

Queen Kapiolani Hotel welcomes 2011 and kamaaina with great rates

Newly renovated and celebrating a new year

Queen Kapiolani Hotel, a long-time favorite of kamaaina, has recently been renovated and is celebrating 2011 by welcoming Hawaii residents with special rates for stays now through March 31, 2011.

“We’re excited and want to show-off the hotel so we put together a couple options for kamaaina booking rooms with us,” said Elizabeth Churchill, Aqua’s VP Sales & Marketing.  “Queen Kapiolani Hotel’s prime location near Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium and Waikiki Shell makes it an excellent choice for anyone planning a visit to these attractions, attending concerts and events or just relaxing in Waikiki for a few days.

Queen Kapiolani Hotel’s kamaaina rate specials start at $80 per night for a city view room and $105 per night for a city view room and full breakfast for two people. 

Looking great after completion of a $5 million refurbishment and upgrade, most of Queen Kapiolani Hotel’s rooms have private lanai with beautiful panoramas of Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach and Kapiolani Park. Hawai‘i residents staying at the hotel will appreciate its close proximity to the ocean as well as the many amenities offered including a mini-refrigerator, coffeemaker and daily local newspaper.  Another plus is the availability of nearby parking for visiting friends. 

“I’d recommend the room and breakfast special,” added Churchill.  “Located on the third floor, the new Kulana Terrace Restaurant features many island favorites on the menu such as Loco Moco, Kim Chee Fried Rice and Three Egg Omelets that will surely fill anyone up for a big day ahead.”

Queen Kapiolani Hotel’s kamaaina rate specials are available until March 31, 2011.  Rates quoted are for single or double occupancy, plus taxes, based on availability. There is no minimum night requirement. The special cannot be combined with any other offer and is subject to change without notice. A Hawaii I.D. will be required upon check-in.

For reservations, see your preferred travel agent, book online or call Aqua at 808-924-6543 or toll free at 1-866-406-2782

About Queen Kapiolani Hotel

Queen Kapiolani Hotel opened for business in 1969 and pays tribute to its namesake, Queen Kapiolani, wife of Hawaii’s seventh and last ruling King.  Gracing the hotel are museum-quality paintings of both King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani, along with their niece, Princess Kaiulani.  True to its cultural heritage, the hotel’s mission is to “tell the story of Hawai‘i through the Queen’s eyes and welcome guests from around the world.” 

Located at 150 Kapahulu Avenue, Queen Kapiolani Hotel is a 19-story, 312-room hotel offering a range of guest rooms with private lanai and magnificent views, high-speed Internet access, refrigerator and coffeemaker.  Hotel amenities include third floor swimming pool and sundeck, ballroom and event facilities, Kulana Terrace Restaurant & Bar and much more.

Queen Kapiolani Hotel is marketed by Aqua Hotels & Resorts; a Hawaii-owned and operated lodging hospitality company founded by Mike Paulin.  Aqua is represented in Australia and New Zealand by Travel Reflections, South Korea by Pacific Air Agency Group, China by Aloha Consultant Company, Japan by ARM International and United Kingdom by First Public Relations.  For more information about Aqua Hotels & Resorts visit www.aquaresorts.com.  For more information Queen Kapiolani Hotel, visit www.queenkapiolani.com.

Kauai Beach Resort offers kamaaina great fall specials

Kaua‘i Beach Resort announced that it is reaching out to kama‘āina with several specials for new bookings, now through December 23, 2010.

"We're the most convenient resort for kama‘āina to visit so we're welcoming residents with several specials," said Robin Graf, General Manager. "I’ve recently beefed-up our resort activities and the dining and entertainment options so we're quickly becoming a 'one-stop shop' for locals and we love it!"  

Manager's Special (for Kaua‘i residents only)

Kaua‘i residents ready for a quick getaway can take advantage of the Manager's Special at Kaua‘i Beach Resort -- a garden or mountain view room for $89 per night, plus taxes.  There are lots of activities and entertainment to enjoy ranging from yoga classes, cultural sessions, Pau Hana Fridays Oceanfest Clambake, Saturday Sirloin & Seafood Buffet, nightly entertainment at Shutters Lounge and more.  Hawai‘i ID with Kaua‘i address required upon check-in.  Call or book online using promo code “kauai”.

Kama‘āina Free Upgrade Special

For a great room at a great resort at a great price, Kaua‘i Beach Resort offers Hawai‘i residents a complimentary room upgrade to pool view for just $99 per night, plus taxes. This represents a 28% savings off regular prices.  To further ease the strain on the pocketbook, the resort also provides free shuttle service to and from the airport.

Kama‘āina Golf Special

Golfers will enjoy a round of golf at Puakea Golf Club (see photo) and a garden view room at Kaua‘i Beach Resort for $136 per night, plus taxes.  The special includes cart rental and 18-holes for two golfers.  A two-night minimum stay is required.

 

To top off the specials, kama‘āina staying at Kaua‘i Beach Resort can also look forward to receiving a 10% discount at any dining outlet and a 15% discount off spa treatments. 

“Enjoy your next kama‘āina getaway with us at Kaua‘i Beach Resort,” added Graf.  “Once here, the good music, great food and relaxing vibe will surely tempt you to stay longer or, better yet, think about planning for your next visit.”

Kaua‘i Beach Resort fall specials are valid for new reservations booked for stays now until December 23, 2010.  Hawai‘i Driver’s License or ID will be required upon check-in.  These specials cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. 

For reservations, book online at www.kauaibeachresorthawaii.com. From Hawai‘i, call 808-924-6543.

Kaua‘i Beach Resort is a 350-room deluxe five-story oceanfront resort, situated on

25 lushly landscaped acres which includes a 3-mile stretch of beach on the eastern ‘Coconut Coast.’ 

Surrounded by exotic lagoons, cascading waterfalls and four swimming pools, Kaua‘i Beach Resort offers an on-site spa, variety of dining venues and complete meeting and banquet facilities. The resort also offers a central and convenient location that is close to the Līhu‘e airport, shopping, championship golf and all of Kaua‘i's great activities and adventures. A complimentary airport shuttle is also available.

The Kapalua Villas Takes Kamaaina the Extra Mile with New HawaiianMiles Promotion

Kamaaina staying at The Kapalua Villas can now earn 150 Hawaiian Airline miles while they sleep. This new promotion provides guests of The Kapalua Villas with 150 Hawaiian Airline miles for each night at the resort, for one person, per paid room; but kamaaina staying three nights or longer will receive 2,000 bonus miles in addition to the 150 per night, totaling 2,450 miles for one long, three-day weekend getaway.

Guests looking for an elevated experience will want to plan a stay in The Kapalua Gold Villas, the company’s new brand standard. With kamaaina rates starting at $189 per night for a one-bedroom Villa, residents will enjoy Gold Villa guest-amenities and services including, a welcome amenity upon arrival, nightly turndown service, daily newspaper Monday through Friday, as well as robes and slippers.

The Kapalua Villas are part of Outrigger Hotels & Resorts’ deluxe condominium collection, which offers hotel-style hospitality with all the comforts of home. The Kapalua Villas recently joined the Outrigger family of hotels and resorts and offers daily maid service, full kitchens, laundry services, as well as air conditioning for total comfort. Rooms are available in one-, two-, or three-bedroom Villas, offering grand views of the ocean and fairways.

For reservations or information, call your preferred travel professional or The Kapalua Villas at 1-800-545-0018 within the U.S., Guam and Canada. Elsewhere call (808) 665-9137 (long distance charges apply). For online information or reservations, log on at www.kapaluavillas.com or email reservations@kapaluavillas.com.