Is Aulani, a Disney Resort in Hawaii, worth it?
Aulani suits families who want a beach and pool vacation with Disney service and characters, not rides. The trade-offs are the flight to Oahu, higher costs for meals and extras, and busy peak weeks from mid-December to mid-April.
Aulani sits on the sunnier leeward side of Oahu, in Ko Olina. It has no theme park. The pools, beach, characters and Hawaiian storytelling are the main attractions.
What it offers
- Pools: a zero-entry party pool, a grotto pool that lights up at night, a splash zone for small children, waterslides, a lazy river and a quieter hidden pool.
- Beach: a secluded beach and a lagoon.
- Rooms: guest rooms, parlor suites, signature suites and Disney Vacation Club villas, all with a private lanai or balcony.
- Dining: Makahiki, AMA‘AMA and KA WA‘A lū‘au, plus counter-service and poolside food. See the dining guide.
- Kids: Aunty's Beach House has complimentary activities for children.
Good for
- Families with children of many ages who like water play
- Multigenerational groups, with suites and villas for space
- Travelers who want a relaxed pace
Think twice if
- You want rides and parks
- You prefer a lower-cost trip
- You dislike long flights
When to go
Peak season runs mid-December to mid-April. Lower rates and smaller crowds are reported from mid-April to mid-June and from early September to early December.
See the planning guide and Aulani vs Disney World. Request an Aulani plan.
Check Disney's own pages
Disney prices, policies and availability change, so check Disney's own pages before you book.
