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The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.
| Good Samaritan Society – Pohai Nani | AL IL NH RC SNF | Kaneohe | 44
Facility
44
HI AVG
43
Rank
#27 / 86 | No |
18
Facility
18
HI AVG
49
Rank
#140 / 177 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | 3
Facility
3
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#15 / 56 | 19
Facility
19
HI AVG
25
Rank
#29 / 56 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#29 / 56 |
| Pat’s Arch | AL NH | Ewa Beach (Ewa) | 33
Facility
33
HI AVG
43
Rank
#36 / 86 | No |
42
Facility
42
HI AVG
49
Rank
#101 / 177 | Private / Shared Rooms | - | - | - | - | - |
| 15 Craigside | AL ADC HC IL NH SNF | Honolulu (Nuuanu - Punchbowl) | 45
Facility
45
HI AVG
43
Rank
#26 / 86 | No |
50
Facility
50
HI AVG
49
Rank
#85 / 177 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | A+ | 4
Facility
4
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#36 / 56 | 14
Facility
14
HI AVG
25
Rank
#25 / 56 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#13 / 56 |
| Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui | AL IL MC NH SNF | Honolulu (Waialae - Kahala) | 20
Facility
20
HI AVG
43
Rank
#41 / 86 | No |
71
Facility
71
HI AVG
49
Rank
#46 / 177 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | 3
Facility
3
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#15 / 56 | 24
Facility
24
HI AVG
25
Rank
#32 / 56 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#39 / 56 |
| Kahala Nui | AL MC NH SNF | Honolulu (Waialae - Kahala) | - | No |
71
Facility
71
HI AVG
49
Rank
#46 / 177 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 21
Facility
21
HI AVG
19
Rank
#17 / 43 | A+ | - | - | - |
| The Plaza at Pearl City | AL HMC IL SR | Pearl City (Kuala Street) | 158
Facility
158
HI AVG
43
Rank
#5 / 86 | No |
69
Facility
69
HI AVG
49
Rank
#52 / 177 | Studio / 1 Bed / Suite | 12
Facility
12
HI AVG
19
Rank
#31 / 43 | A+ | 3
Facility
3
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#15 / 56 | 12
Facility
12
HI AVG
25
Rank
#22 / 56 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#25 / 56 |
| One Kalakaua Senior Living | AL | Honolulu (Makiki/Lower/ Punchbowl/Tantalus) | - | Yes |
98
Facility
98
HI AVG
49
Rank
#3 / 177 | - | 28
Facility
28
HI AVG
19
Rank
#8 / 43 | A+ | 2
Facility
2
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#7 / 56 | 3
Facility
3
HI AVG
25
Rank
#9 / 56 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#9 / 56 |
| The Plaza at Waikiki | AL HMC IL SR | Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili) | 153
Facility
153
HI AVG
43
Rank
#6 / 86 | Yes |
96
Facility
96
HI AVG
49
Rank
#11 / 177 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 14
Facility
14
HI AVG
19
Rank
#30 / 43 | A+ | 4
Facility
4
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#36 / 56 | 15
Facility
15
HI AVG
25
Rank
#27 / 56 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#24 / 56 |
| Pālolo Chinese Home | AL HOS NH RESC RC SNF | Honolulu (Palolo) | 18
Facility
18
HI AVG
43
Rank
#43 / 86 | No |
10
Facility
10
HI AVG
49
Rank
#155 / 177 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | A+ | - | - | - |
| Live Well At Iwilei | AL NH | Honolulu | 80
Facility
80
HI AVG
43
Rank
#20 / 86 | No |
92
Facility
92
HI AVG
49
Rank
#20 / 177 | - | 1
Facility
1
HI AVG
19
Rank
#40 / 43 | - | 0
Facility
0
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#1 / 56 | -
Facility
-
HI AVG
25
Rank
#1 / 56 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#1 / 56 |
| Palolo Chinese Home Adult Day Care Center | AL ADC HOS NH RESC RC SNF | Honolulu | 40
Facility
40
HI AVG
43
Rank
#30 / 86 | No |
10
Facility
10
HI AVG
49
Rank
#155 / 177 | - | 1
Facility
1
HI AVG
19
Rank
#40 / 43 | - | 0
Facility
0
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#1 / 56 | -
Facility
-
HI AVG
25
Rank
#1 / 56 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#1 / 56 |
| Roselani Place | AL IL MC RC | Kahului | - | Yes |
44
Facility
44
HI AVG
49
Rank
#96 / 177 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 24
Facility
24
HI AVG
19
Rank
#11 / 43 | A+ | 4
Facility
4
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#36 / 56 | 14
Facility
14
HI AVG
25
Rank
#25 / 56 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#22 / 56 |
| Kalākaua Gardens | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Honolulu (Ala Moana) | 49
Facility
49
HI AVG
43
Rank
#24 / 86 | No |
98
Facility
98
HI AVG
49
Rank
#3 / 177 | Private Suites | - | - | 4
Facility
4
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#36 / 56 | 25
Facility
25
HI AVG
25
Rank
#35 / 56 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#34 / 56 |
| The Plaza at Mililani | AL NH HMC LEC | Mililani (Mililani Mauka - Launani Valley) | - | No |
12
Facility
12
HI AVG
49
Rank
#151 / 177 | Studio / Shared Suite | 19
Facility
19
HI AVG
19
Rank
#21 / 43 | A+ | 4
Facility
4
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#36 / 56 | 23
Facility
23
HI AVG
25
Rank
#31 / 56 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#31 / 56 |
| Sakura House | AL NH | Honolulu | 35
Facility
35
HI AVG
43
Rank
#35 / 86 | No |
81
Facility
81
HI AVG
49
Rank
#29 / 177 | - | 2
Facility
2
HI AVG
19
Rank
#38 / 43 | - | 2
Facility
2
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#7 / 56 | 2
Facility
2
HI AVG
25
Rank
#5 / 56 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#6 / 56 |
The Good Samaritan Society in Pohai Nani is one of the trusted senior living communities in Hawaii. They provide a range of comprehensive care that focuses on assisted living levels of care which include independent living and nursing care services. Many families have trusted the quality service the community has continuously provided for many seniors over the years. As a Good Samaritan Society, seniors can expect a worry-free lifestyle during their stay and bask in the Hawaiian sun.
The Good Samaritan’s all-inclusive services and amenities include home-cooked meals, maintenance-free living, and housekeeping; social activities include gatherings at the community room, dining room, or chapel; wellness programs, religious services, an emergency response system, housekeeping services, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation therapies are also offered.
Enjoy the best of your golden years with Pat’s Care Home, an idyllic retreat in Hanakahi Street, Ewa Beach, HI, offering assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to residents’ unique needs 24/7. Here, residents do not have to worry about household chores and daily living activities since the community takes care of them.
A robust calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted so residents can live actively and remain socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides transfer assistance and medication management for residents’ comfort. With its intimate and welcoming setting, residents will surely thrive and live a blissful retirement.
Burrowed at the heart of downtown Honolulu, 15 Craigside enchants with a picturesque view of the mountains and valleys near Craigside Place, Honolulu, HI providing independent living. The community features well-lit and spacious floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments with den and private lanais. With the seniors’ welfare in mind, 15 Craigside strives to deliver care and assistance tailored to their unique needs and preferences.
The community fosters a friendly and vibrant environment, providing seniors with activities and programs for learning and enjoyment. Satisfying its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves delicious and healthy meals three times a day. Amenities include a fitness center, an indoor pool, a spacious lobby, a library, a chapel, a resident store, and a beautiful solarium.
Enjoy a better quality of life with Hi’olani Assisted Living Center at Kahala Nui, an outstanding community surrounded by delightful local amenities in Malia Street, Honolulu, HI, that offers assisted living, memory care, and nursing care. With a respectful and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their needs. The community also handles housekeeping and maintenance, ensuring residents can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.
Residents can meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences with plenty of fun recreational activities and exciting trips. Dietitian-approved dining options are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides medication administration, mobility assistance, and scheduled transportation for residents’ comfort and convenience. Residents are guaranteed to spend their golden years comfortably with the community’s dedicated care and inviting setting.
Beautifully located near Paiko Beach in Panio Street, Honolulu, HI, Knight’s Victoria House is a blissful haven that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ quality of life, a respectful and highly trained team provides top-tier care tailored to their needs 24/7. Here, residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with the community’s specially designed accommodations.
Engaging exercises and a variety of fun recreational activities are conducted to encourage residents to live actively and meet new friends. Three delicious and healthy meals, alongside delightful snacks, are served daily to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication assistance and transportation to doctor appointments are available for residents’ convenience and safety. The community strives to promote a nurturing and welcoming environment for residents to spend their golden years without worries.
Waialae Senior Living is a highly recognized assisted living community in Honolulu, HI, that offers personal care. With its supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults live to their potential in retirement. Exceptional services, including 24/7 care, well-balanced meals, and telehealth services, are available to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also strives to adapt to residents’ ever-changing needs and preferences through customized care plans.
Light exercises, social gatherings, and daily walks are among the many activities conducted to help residents stay active and socially connected. Cozy living spaces and accessible communal areas ensure residents’ comfort and safety. With its beautiful setting in the vibrant neighborhood of Honolulu, residents are surrounded by breathtaking views and experience a stress-free retirement. This assisted living community has high standards of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in Hawaii.
Experience an island-like living with Kahala Nui located at Malia Street, Honolulu, HI. A one-of-a-kind senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory support, and comprehensive nursing. With its in-campus Hi’olani Care Center, the community ensures seniors’ needs are heard and well-taken care of. Providing aesthetic and warm floor plans including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units, residents enjoy relaxing and safe accommodation.
The community focuses on the wellness of the seniors, utilizing a holistic view in conducting activities and programs related to arts, dance, entertainment, education, and fitness. As a person-centered life plan community, Kahala Nui fosters a family-like environment centered on its core belief ‘ohana. Residents enjoy island-style cuisine and casual dining with flexible meal plans three times daily. Sitting on an aesthetically landscaped land, the community includes a variety of fabulous amenities including a jacuzzi, a pool, a fitness center, Hatsunes garden, and spacious common areas for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.
Valley View Pearl City is a distinct community set in the peaceful neighborhood of Pearl City, HI, offering assisted living. Residents enjoy 24-hour personalized care with a compassionate and well-trained team dedicated to their well-being. With its cozy and spacious accommodations, the community accommodates up to five residents, ensuring they feel at ease during their stay.
Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs for leisure and wellness. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s beautifully designed amenities and exceptional services create the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.
Serving 158 residents in a mid-rise setting, The Plaza at Pearl City is an assisted living community in Pearl City, Hawaii. It offers housing in studios, one-bedroom apartments, and suite-style options, handling residents needing daily support with personal care while maintaining independence. Operating for 12 years, the home has established itself in the local area.
With a Walk Score of 69, the location is in an average walkable neighborhood where some errands and activities can be done on foot with nearby amenities. This can be convenient for occupants and visiting family members preferring to navigate the surrounding area independently. The community stands in the central portion of Oahu, providing access to the wider Pearl City area and its services.
State inspections by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance, have targeted service plan documentation accuracy and clinical care monitoring procedures, areas relevant significantly to daily care delivery’s quality and safety. Families touring the facility can ask how such operational aspects are handled daily.
For those considering this option, an on-site visit can help clarify the daily experience, room layouts, and the level and scope of care services offered.
Experience a better quality of life with Apostol Care Home Arch, an outstanding community nestled in the thriving neighborhood of Hinaea Street, Waipahu, HI, offering assisted living. Accommodating up to five residents, the community features cozy and specially designed accommodations to optimize comfort and familiarity. A compassionate and highly trained team also provides top-notch care and support tailored to residents’ special needs 24/7.
Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, highlighting their interests and strengths. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also offers move-in services to ensure residents enjoy a hassle-free transition to assisted care. Residents experience the best of their golden years with the community’s specially designed amenities and friendly setting.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Hawaii
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Hawaii?
Assisted living in Hawaii supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Hawaii?
Assisted living in Hawaii is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Hawaii Medicaid cover assisted living?
Hawaii Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Hawaii) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 98 assisted living facilities in Hawaii. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Hawaii?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Hawaii, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Hawaii?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.



















