Beyond the nightlife, bright lights, and hustle and bustle of the city, renowned Waikiki’s roots trace back to the days of ancient Hawaii. A century ago, Queen Lili‘uokalani, the last Hawaiian monarch, inherited from her grandfather ‘Aikanaka the lands at Hamohamo, the area in which Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa now stands.
There were two summer homes on the Queen’s property, one called Kealohilani (which means “heavenly brightness”) and the other Paoakalani (which means “heavenly fragrance”). Here she spent much of her time composing her songs and translating Hawaiian stories into English, surrounded by lily ponds and elaborate gardens. When the trade winds blew the fragrance of the tropical flowers was carried throughout the estate. The Queen retreated here to relax and informally entertain family, friends, and on occasion, visiting royalty.
Today, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa bears little resemblance to the Waikiki of old, but the traditions of hospitality that Queen Lili‘uokalani extended to the people lives on. We recently unveiled the Queen Lili‘uokalani Suite in honor of Hawaii’s beloved monarch atop the 25th floor of the Kealohilani Tower. The Queen Lili‘uokalani Children’s Center donated to our resort a portrait of the Queen taken during her reign, which is displayed in the suite foyer.
The aloha that we share with fellow associates as we work together, with the guests of our Waikiki resort hotel when we are servicing them, and with our community in service events continue the Queen’s legacy and traditions.
If you're planning a Hawaii hotels honeymoon, remember that the islands have had a long tradition of treating queens right. A century ago, Queen Lili‘uokalani, the last Hawaiian monarch, inherited from her grandfather the lands at Hamohamo, now home to the Waikiki Beach Resort. This queen knew how to be pampered, as she enjoyed two summer homes and spent most of her time translating traditional Hawaiian songs into English. Relaxation and rejuvenation were the chief activities of the day. What else would you expect from a queen?
These days, an Hawaii hotels honeymoon is the perfect way to treat your own queen to the same sorts of luxuries enjoyed by Queen Lili‘uokalani. Enjoy romantic sunsets by the beach. Learn traditional Hawaiian songs and dances. Those same hospitalities have become a tradition of pride in Hawaii. Witness the same sunsets. Walk on beaches fit for queens. Feel the spirit of Queen Lili‘uokalani as you taste life as it should be. Make this the perfect honeymoon where the romance is out of this world. Why not taste splendor good enough for a queen? Royalty is only as far away as booking your Hawaii hotels honeymoon. Your queen deserves the honeymoon of her dreams.
