Top Wedding Resorts in Hawaii for Your Destination Wedding

Hawaii is the only U.S. wedding destination that feels truly like a tropical island getaway, with six main islands offering everything from Maui’s lush mountains and white-sand beaches to Big Island’s black volcanic shores and Oahu’s iconic Waikiki coastline. For couples drawn to a wedding setting that combines aloha culture, dramatic natural beauty, and the convenience of staying within the U.S., Hawaii is unmatched.

A destination wedding in Hawaii typically starts around $18,000 all-in for the couple and climbs from there, placing it significantly above Caribbean and Mexico averages. Most resorts here operate as luxury hotels with à la carte dining and amenities rather than all-inclusive packages, so wedding packages are typically priced separately from accommodations. Many couples plan smaller, more intimate ceremonies (elopements and micro-weddings are common) to balance the higher per-night room rates.

Below, we’ve put together our guide to the top Hawaii destination wedding resorts for 2026, plus cost breakdowns, package details, travel logistics, and answers to the questions our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists hear most often about marrying in the islands.

Top Hawaii Destination Wedding Resorts

Hawaii’s resort lineup divides primarily across four islands: Oahu (Honolulu, Waikiki) for accessibility and the most iconic beachfront hotels, Maui for the deepest luxury concentration in Wailea and Kapalua, Big Island for ultra-luxury volcanic-coast settings, and Kauai for the lushest natural backdrop. We focused on the properties our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists return to most often for Hawaii celebrations, balancing iconic anchors with newer luxury options.

Whether you want an intimate elopement at a five-diamond property, a multi-day wedding weekend at a family-friendly resort, or an ultra-luxury private celebration on the Kohala Coast, this lineup covers the range Hawaii has to offer.

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort

A design-forward boutique luxury hotel in South Maui’s prestigious Wailea, Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort brings Hyatt’s contemporary Andaz aesthetic to one of Hawaii’s most picturesque beaches. The family-friendly property pairs sleek modern architecture with cascading infinity pools that flow toward the Pacific.

Wedding venues include the beachfront, oceanview terraces with sweeping Pacific views, lush gardens, and the resort’s signature pool deck. The Andaz planning team specializes in modern, design-led celebrations, with custom florals and reception menus that pull from Maui’s farm-to-table culinary scene.

Beyond the wedding day, guests can take advantage of the resort’s spa, multiple ocean-view dining venues, and easy access to Wailea’s other dining and shopping. A strong pick for design-conscious couples wanting a contemporary Maui wedding.

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Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa

On Oahu’s quieter Ko Olina coast, about 30 minutes west of Waikiki, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, is Disney’s signature Hawaiian property and one of the most family-friendly wedding destinations on the islands. The resort blends Disney storytelling and service standards with authentic Hawaiian cultural elements throughout.

Wedding venues here include the resort’s lagoon-style beach, garden lawns, oceanview terraces, and indoor reception spaces. The Disney Fairy Tale Weddings team also specializes in customized celebrations, with the option to incorporate Disney touches alongside traditional Hawaiian wedding traditions like a hula performance or lei exchange.

Your guests will love the multiple pools, the lazy river, the kids’ clubs, and the cultural programs throughout the resort. For couples bringing larger family groups with kids of all ages, Aulani is the most family-friendly wedding setting in Hawaii.

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Fairmont Orchid

On the Big Island’s sunny Kohala Coast, Fairmont Orchid is a family-friendly luxury resort built around 32 acres of tropical gardens, a sheltered swimming cove, and direct access to one of the island’s calmest beaches. The Fairmont service standard combined with the Big Island’s quieter pace makes this a strong pick for couples wanting Hawaiian luxury without the bustle of Maui or Oahu.

Wedding venues include the lava-rock-framed beach cove, garden ceremony lawns, oceanview terraces, and indoor ballroom spaces. The Fairmont planning team specializes in mid-sized celebrations with a Hawaiian cultural focus, from blessing ceremonies to local musicians and farm-to-table reception menus.

Guests can also take advantage of the Spa Without Walls (treatments offered in cabanas alongside the resort’s waterfalls), the on-site Mauna Lani golf complex, and the easy access to the Big Island’s most acclaimed beaches and natural wonders like Volcanoes National Park.

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Four Seasons Resort Hualalai

Widely considered the gold standard of Hawaiian luxury, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai sits on the Big Island’s Kona-Kohala Coast across 865 oceanfront acres of black lava landscape and pristine beach. The family-friendly resort is consistently rated among the world’s best, with the kind of service and detail-oriented hospitality that defines the Four Seasons brand.

Wedding venues include the iconic King’s Pond (a saltwater natural pool with 4,000+ tropical fish), the resort’s private beach, oceanview garden lawns, and intimate luxury suites. The Four Seasons planning team is known for ultra-bespoke weddings that incorporate Hawaiian cultural traditions alongside white-glove service.

Your guests can play the Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, dive directly from the beach, indulge in the spa, or take excursions to the Big Island’s volcanic landscapes. This is the strongest pick for couples planning a true ultra-luxury Hawaiian celebration.

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Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

On South Maui’s Wailea coast, Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, is the family-friendly luxury anchor that wraps 40 acres of tropical gardens around an elaborate nine-pool water feature and direct access to Wailea Beach. The expansive property is built for larger Hawaiian weddings that want a true resort experience.

Wedding venues include the beachfront, the iconic wedding chapel, lush garden ceremony lawns, oceanview terraces, and elegant indoor ballroom spaces. The Waldorf Astoria planning team specializes in mid- to large-sized celebrations, with the variety of venues making it easy to host multi-day events.

Guests can take advantage of the nine-pool complex (including a 25-foot Tarzan slide), the Spa Grande, multiple restaurants, and the easy walk along Wailea Beach Path to neighboring luxury resorts. A great pick for couples wanting Hawaiian luxury on a larger scale than the boutique anchors.

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Halekulani Hotel

A Five-Diamond Waikiki icon, Halekulani Hotel (“House Befitting Heaven”) has been the standard-bearer for Oahu luxury since 1907. The family-friendly hotel sits in the heart of Waikiki with direct beach access, the iconic House Without a Key oceanfront restaurant, and a refined, understated character that has made it a favorite of discerning travelers for over a century.

Wedding venues include the oceanfront terrace looking directly at Diamond Head, intimate garden settings, the Hau Terrace under the historic Kiawe tree, and elegant indoor spaces. The Halekulani planning team specializes in highly bespoke, smaller-scale celebrations with the level of personalized service the hotel is internationally known for.

Your guests can take advantage of the iconic oceanfront pool with the Halekulani orchid mosaic, multiple gourmet restaurants, and the central Waikiki location with easy access to Honolulu’s shopping, dining, and historic sites. This is the strongest pick for couples wanting an intimate, classically luxurious Oahu wedding.

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Hilton Hawaiian Village

The largest resort in Waikiki and one of the most family-friendly properties in Hawaii, Hilton Hawaiian Village spans 22 acres on the western end of Waikiki Beach with five towers, multiple pools, the only private lagoon on Waikiki, and a wide range of dining and entertainment. The scale makes it especially well-suited for larger Hawaiian weddings.

Wedding venues include the private Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon beach, the oceanfront Great Lawn, sunset-view terraces, garden ceremony spaces, and multiple indoor ballroom options. The Hilton planning team also specializes in mid- to large-sized celebrations, with reception spaces that can handle 100+ guests if needed.

Guests can take advantage of the resort’s five pools, the lagoon for paddleboarding and kayaking, 20+ restaurants and bars, weekly fireworks shows, and the easy walk to Waikiki’s main shopping and dining strip. A great pick for couples bringing larger groups who want plenty of on-site amenities.

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Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

On Maui’s quieter northwestern Kapalua coast, Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua sits on 54 oceanfront acres above the white-sand Honokahua Beach. The family-friendly luxury resort offers a slower-paced, more secluded alternative to Wailea, with two championship golf courses and direct ocean access in a less developed part of Maui.

Wedding venues here include the oceanfront cliffside ceremony lawn (with sweeping views of Molokai across the channel), the resort’s private beach, garden settings, and the Ritz-Carlton’s signature indoor spaces. The planning team is known for fully custom luxury weddings with attention to every detail.

Your guests can play the Plantation Course (home of the PGA Tour’s Sentry Tournament of Champions), indulge in the Ritz-Carlton Spa, take advantage of cultural programming, or explore the quieter West Maui beaches and Lahaina town. A top pick for couples wanting Ritz-Carlton service in a more secluded Maui setting.

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The Royal Hawaiian Resort

The “Pink Palace of the Pacific,” The Royal Hawaiian Resort, has been a Waikiki icon since opening in 1927. The family-friendly Marriott Luxury Collection property sits in the heart of Waikiki Beach with its instantly recognizable pink Moorish-style architecture, gardens of swaying coconut palms, and direct beach access at the Diamond Head end of Waikiki.

Wedding venues include the iconic Coconut Grove (a private garden lined with the resort’s signature palm trees), the oceanfront Mai Tai Bar terrace, garden ceremony lawns, and historic indoor spaces in the original 1927 building. The Royal Hawaiian’s character is one of the most photogenic in all of Hawaii.

Plus, your guests can take advantage of the resort’s pool, multiple oceanfront restaurants, the on-site spa, and the central Waikiki location. For couples wanting a wedding setting with genuine historic character, this is unmatched in Hawaii.

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Westin Maui Resort & Spa

On Maui’s lively Kaanapali Beach, Westin Maui Resort & Spa is a family-friendly luxury resort built around a 75,000-square-foot pool complex with five pools, multiple waterfalls, and direct access to one of Hawaii’s best beaches. The recent multi-million-dollar renovation brought a contemporary, design-forward feel to the historic property.

Wedding venues include the oceanfront Aloha Pavilion, garden ceremony spaces, multiple terraces with Pacific views, and indoor ballroom options. The Westin planning team specializes in mid-sized weddings with Westin’s signature wellness programming integrated into the celebration.

Your guests can take advantage of Black Rock for snorkeling and the nightly cliff-diving ceremony, the resort’s five pools, multiple oceanfront restaurants, and the easy walk along the Kaanapali Beach Walk to neighboring resorts and beach clubs. A strong pick for couples wanting Maui energy with broad family-friendly amenities.

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More Information for Planning Your Destination Wedding in Hawaii

Beyond picking your resort, a few practical details will shape your Hawaii wedding. Hawaii’s resort scene operates differently from Caribbean and Mexico destinations: most properties are luxury hotels with à la carte amenities rather than all-inclusive packages, and overall costs land at the higher end of any destination wedding category.

Hawaii Destination Wedding Cost

A destination wedding in Hawaii typically starts at $18,000 all-in for the couple and climbs from there, placing it well above Caribbean and Mexico averages. Hawaii’s higher cost is driven by per-night room rates that average $480+ per person per night, the lack of all-inclusive bundling, and the popularity of more elaborate event production at U.S. luxury properties. Many couples plan smaller, more intimate ceremonies (elopements and micro-weddings of 10 to 20 guests) to keep costs manageable.

Here’s how typical spending breaks down for the couple:

• Hotel for the couple: roughly $4,800 (based on $480 per person per night for a five-night stay; many luxury anchors run significantly higher)
• Airfare per couple: $1,000 to $1,800, depending on origin city and season. East Coast couples generally pay more than West Coast couples.
• Wedding package and event production: $5,000 to $25,000+, depending on tier and customization
• Add-ons: photography upgrades, DJ, florals, and lighting (typically $1,000 to $5,000+ combined)

Guests cover their own airfare and accommodations. Hawaii room rates run roughly $350 to $1,500+ per person per night, with Four Seasons Hualalai, Halekulani, and Ritz-Carlton Maui on the higher end.

Hawaii Destination Wedding Packages

Unlike Caribbean and Mexico resorts, Hawaii properties are typically luxury hotels rather than all-inclusive resorts. Wedding packages are priced separately from room accommodations and food/beverage. Most resorts offer:

• Elopement/intimate packages: $2,500 to $5,000. Covers ceremony setup, officiant, basic florals, and a small cake for 2 to 10 guests. Photography is often available as an add-on.
• Mid-tier wedding packages: $6,000 to $15,000. Adds private reception venues, professional photography, ceremony music, and upgraded decor.
• Luxury wedding packages: $15,000 to $25,000+. Full bespoke treatment with premium florals, open bars, extended photography and videography, custom lighting, and private buyouts at properties like Four Seasons Hualalai.
• Food & beverage: charged separately, typically $150 to $400+ per guest for a reception dinner with open bar at most luxury properties.

On ceremony type: Hawaii makes legal marriage easy for U.S. couples. Both parties must apply for a marriage license in person (either online beforehand and pick up in-state, or in person at a Hawaii Department of Health office). No waiting period and no residency requirement.

Hawaii Destination Wedding Travel Information

Hawaii has multiple main airports across the islands. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu (Oahu) handles the most international flights and is closest to Waikiki and Aulani. Kahului Airport (OGG) serves Maui. Kona International (KOA) serves the Big Island’s Kohala Coast. Lihue Airport (LIH) serves Kauai. Flight times average 5 to 6 hours from the U.S. West Coast and 10 to 11 hours from the East Coast.

A few quick notes for you and your guests:

• No passport needed for U.S. guests: Hawaii is a U.S. state, so domestic flights and no passport requirement make it easier for American guests than international Caribbean destinations.
• Pick one island: moving between islands during a wedding weekend is expensive and time-consuming. Most couples settle on one island for the celebration.
• Transfer times: Waikiki resorts (Royal Hawaiian, Halekulani, Hilton Hawaiian Village) are 25 minutes from HNL. Aulani is 30 minutes from HNL. Wailea (Andaz, Grand Wailea) is 30 minutes from OGG. Kapalua (Ritz-Carlton Maui) is 45 minutes from OGG. Kohala Coast (Four Seasons Hualalai, Fairmont Orchid) is 30 to 40 minutes from KOA.
• Currency: U.S. dollar (Hawaii is a U.S. state).
• Best time of year: April through May and September through early November are the shoulder seasons with the best weather-to-value balance. December through March is peak season with great weather but higher prices and crowds. Hurricane season runs from June through November, but direct hits to the islands are rare.

Hawaii Destination Wedding FAQs

What makes Hawaii unique for destination weddings?

Hawaii is the only U.S. destination that delivers a tropical island wedding experience. That means no passports for U.S. guests, domestic flights, USD currency, and direct legal marriage with no residency requirement. The islands themselves offer dramatic natural variety (Maui’s lush mountains, Big Island’s volcanic landscapes, Oahu’s iconic Waikiki, Kauai’s emerald cliffs), and aloha culture infuses every wedding here with meaningful local traditions.

How much does a destination wedding in Hawaii cost?

A Hawaii destination wedding typically starts at $18,000 all-in for the couple and climbs from there, placing it well above Caribbean and Mexico averages. Per-night room rates average $480+ per person, and Hawaii resorts are luxury hotels rather than all-inclusive packages, so wedding events, food, and beverages are priced separately. Many couples plan smaller, more intimate ceremonies (elopements and micro-weddings) to keep overall costs manageable.

Are Hawaii resorts all-inclusive?

No. Hawaii resorts operate as luxury hotels with à la carte dining, amenities, and wedding services rather than the all-inclusive packages common in the Caribbean and Mexico. This means more flexibility (you can dine off-property, customize your wedding day, and bring outside vendors) but also higher overall costs since food, beverages, and event production are billed separately from accommodations.

Can I have a legal wedding in Hawaii?

Yes, and Hawaii is one of the easiest places for U.S. couples to legally marry. There’s no residency requirement, no waiting period, and no blood test required. Both partners must apply for a marriage license (either online beforehand and pick up at a Hawaii Department of Health office, or in person on-island). The license is valid for 30 days. International couples can also marry in Hawaii, but should bring valid passports and any required documents.

Which Hawaiian island should I get married on?

Each island has its own character. Oahu is most accessible (direct flights from more cities) and has the iconic Waikiki Beach hotels plus Aulani. Maui is the deepest luxury concentration in Wailea and Kapalua. The Big Island is for ultra-luxury and dramatic volcanic landscapes. Kauai is the lushest natural backdrop. Most couples pick one island rather than trying to combine multiple, since inter-island flights add cost and complexity.

Start Planning Your Dream Hawaii Wedding Today!

Hawaii is the rare wedding destination that delivers tropical island beauty without leaving the U.S. Whether your vision is an intimate Four Seasons Hualalai elopement, a multi-day celebration at Grand Wailea, or a historic ceremony at the Royal Hawaiian’s Coconut Grove, the islands offer venues and traditions that simply don’t exist anywhere else.

Start your planning journey with the support of our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists. Fill out our online wedding planning form, and we’ll help you compare resorts, islands, and dates that fit your vision and budget. Your Hawaiian celebration is closer than you think.