Best Assisted Living in Honolulu, HI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 18 assisted living communities in Honolulu, HI using HI Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in HI
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18 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Honolulu, HI. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 40The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Honolulu, HI. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the HI Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. HMC (Haliʻa Memory Care): SR (Short-Term Respite):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
15 Craigside
AL
ADC
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Honolulu (Nuuanu - Punchbowl)
45
Facility 45
HI AVG 43
Rank #25 / 84
No
50
Facility 50
HI AVG 50
Rank #85 / 174
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
Kahala Nui
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Honolulu (Waialae - Kahala)
-No
71
Facility 71
HI AVG 50
Rank #46 / 174
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
21
Facility 21
HI AVG 19
Rank #17 / 43
A+----
Kalākaua Gardens
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Honolulu (Ala Moana)
49
Facility 49
HI AVG 43
Rank #23 / 84
No
98
Facility 98
HI AVG 50
Rank #3 / 174
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
King Lunalilo Trust
AL
ADC
RESC
RC
Honolulu (Hawaii Kai)
40
Facility 40
HI AVG 43
Rank #29 / 84
No
48
Facility 48
HI AVG 50
Rank #90 / 174
---Ceo Keolamaikalani Dean
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
112
Facility 112
HI AVG 25
Rank #56 / 56
28.0
Facility 28.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #56 / 56
Gutierrez ARCH
AL
Honolulu (Kaimuki)
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
73
Facility 73
HI AVG 50
Rank #44 / 174
---Ruby Gutierrez Brister
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
39
Facility 39
HI AVG 25
Rank #43 / 56
13.0
Facility 13.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #48 / 56
Aiea Heights Senior Living
AL
RESC
Aiea
22
Facility 22
HI AVG 43
Rank #38 / 84
No
21
Facility 21
HI AVG 50
Rank #135 / 174
-
39
Facility 39
HI AVG 19
Rank #4 / 43
A+Satoru Izutsu
4
Facility 4
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #36 / 56
61
Facility 61
HI AVG 25
Rank #51 / 56
15.3
Facility 15.3
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #51 / 56
The Plaza at Punchbowl
AL
HMC
IL
SR
Honolulu
-No
88
Facility 88
HI AVG 50
Rank #24 / 174
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
HI AVG 19
Rank #8 / 43
A+-
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
8
Facility 8
HI AVG 25
Rank #15 / 56
2.7
Facility 2.7
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #17 / 56
Ohanalani
AL
MC
Honolulu (Kuliouou - Kalani Iki)
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 43
Rank #46 / 84
No
49
Facility 49
HI AVG 50
Rank #87 / 174
Private / Shared Rooms--Nora Soriano-Trias
2
Facility 2
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #7 / 56
12
Facility 12
HI AVG 25
Rank #22 / 56
6.0
Facility 6.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #32 / 56
Palolo Chinese Home Adult Day Care Center
AL
ADC
HOS
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Honolulu
40
Facility 40
HI AVG 43
Rank #29 / 84
No
10
Facility 10
HI AVG 50
Rank #155 / 174
-
1
Facility 1
HI AVG 19
Rank #40 / 43
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0
Facility 0
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #1 / 56
0
Facility 0
HI AVG 25
Rank #1 / 56
0.0
Facility 0.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #1 / 56
Hale O Meleana
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Honolulu (Liliha - Kapalama)
176
Facility 176
HI AVG 43
Rank #4 / 84
No
37
Facility 37
HI AVG 50
Rank #108 / 174
---Kelly Davis
3
Facility 3
HI AVG 3.3
Rank #15 / 56
54
Facility 54
HI AVG 25
Rank #49 / 56
18.0
Facility 18.0
HI AVG 6.3
Rank #54 / 56

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every HI community we track that reports that metric, not just the 18 analyzed for Honolulu.

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Overview of 15 Craigside

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.

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Overview of Kahala Nui

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.

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Overview of Kalākaua Gardens

Kalākaua Gardens, located in Honolulu, HI, is a senior living community primarily offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. Their independent living option provides residents with studio-style and one bedroom accommodations featuring emergency alert systems, and personalized climate control. All utilities are also already covered except for telephone, and in room wifi and cable services are also available.

This senior living community’s amenities provides residents with so many things to enjoy; from their chef-prepared meals in a restaurant style dining room, to their housekeeping services, and scheduled transportation. Additionally, the residents may also participate in fitness classes as well as social and cultural outings, providing opportunities to create new relationships in their retirement years, as well as memories to look back on.

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Overview of King Lunalilo Trust

With its historical roots, King Lunalilo Trust is an exceptional senior living community settling at Kekauluohi Street, Honolulu, HI, that offers residential care, respite care, adult day center, and meals-to-go. Originally providing care for Hawaiians, the community has begun to extend its top-tier care and assistance to seniors who would love to live on its premises. The community features beautifully made accommodations including single, double, or multi-person occupancy rooms. King Lunalilo Trust graces its residents with a peaceful environment to ensure they live a comfortable and worry-free lifestyle.

The community fosters a nurturing environment, delivering the highest quality care and assistance with a friendly and dedicated team 24/7. Featuring its very own Kauhale Kupuna Strategic Plan, the community aims to extend its quality care and residence to more seniors. Residents enjoy balanced meals daily, alongside recreational, cultural, and spiritual activities. King Lunalilo Trust provides an unforgettable retirement experience filled with inspiration and warmth.

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Overview of Gutierrez Arch

Located in the quiet residential area of Honolulu, HI, Gutierrez Arch is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. With accessible accommodations and an intimate setting, the community ensures residents are taken care of. Top-tier support is also provided for residents’ daily living activities and household tasks around the clock.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, fun activities and engaging programs are conducted. Here, residents have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and healthy meals served to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided, ensuring residents take their medicines as prescribed. The community strives to help residents live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and nurturing environment.

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Overview of Aiea Heights Senior Living

Overlooking the picturesque Manoa Stream, Aiea Heights Senior Living is an exceptional senior living community located in the peaceful neighborhood of Kalei Road, Honolulu, HI, that provides assisted living. With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the community offers private rooms. Waialae Senior Living takes pride in a team of compassionate, well-trained nurses and nurse practitioners delivering round-the-clock care and assistance.

Aiea Heights Senior Living fosters a warm and welcoming environment wherein residents receive the attention they need. The community serves three healthy and delicious meals monitored by dietitians to ensure their dietary needs and preferences are satisfied. Experience a worry-free and relaxing lifestyle with the utmost support from the community.

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Overview of The Plaza at Punchbowl

Located in historic Honolulu near the Punchbowl Crater and National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, The Plaza at Punchbowl offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Haliʻa Memory Care, and Short-Term Respite in a peaceful, established neighborhood rich with history and natural beauty.

Our Haliʻa Memory Care program uses the nationally recognized Best Friends Approach®, providing person-centered care that honors each resident’s life story and preferences. Residents enjoy locally-inspired dining, engaging daily activities, beautifully maintained common areas including a piano lounge, and the warmth of a true ohana environment. With personalized care plans, on-site wellness support, and a dedicated team, The Plaza at Punchbowl gives families peace of mind that their loved ones are cared for with aloha, dignity, and respect for kupuna.

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Overview of Ohanalani

Create unforgettable moments with Ohanalani Care Home, a distinguished community situated in the serene setting of Oio Drive, Honolulu, HI, that offers memory care. Those with memory-related needs can ease their worries with a respectful and highly trained helping with their daily living activities around the clock. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence and dignity in its nurturing and welcoming environment.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam–packed calendar of engaging programs and exciting recreational activities for their leisure and wellness. There’s no need to hassle with meal preparation with delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its scenic views and stress-free setting, residents enjoy a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Palolo Chinese Home Adult Day Care Center

Palolo Chinese Home Adult Day Care Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, offers adult day care, assisted living, hospice care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, residential care, and respite care. It has 40 beds and 24 hour staffing.

Respite care may be a good fit for families needing short term support while a primary caregiver travels or recovers. Services include rehabilitation, in home services, Meals to Go, and the Older Adult Home Modification Program. State inspections have reviewed the center’s routine care and safety standards.

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Overview of Hale O Meleana

Hale O Meleana is a compassionate assisted living community in Honolulu, HI, that offers residential care, memory care, and respite care. With its island-style living, the community is dedicated to providing older adults with a familiar environment. Chef-prepared meals, fun recreational activities, and therapy services are among the community’s high-quality services that aim to keep older adults well taken care of. The community’s dedication to enhancing older adults’ living experiences is anchored to their passion for maintaining their happiness and wellness.

Fitness activities, social events, and various programs tailored to residents’ interests are conducted for residents’ holistic wellness. A movie room, serene walking paths, and Lanai-themed gardens are among the community’s beautiful amenities, ensuring residents have a place to lounge and spend their free time. Located near St. Francis Medical Center and public transportation, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities. This senior living community is a trusted choice for retirement in Hawaii, especially with its dedicated services and extensive amenities.

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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 Honolulu, HI

What is the average cost of assisted living in Honolulu, HI?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Honolulu, HI is approximately $5,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Honolulu, HI?

Assisted living in Honolulu, HI typically ranges from $4,800–$7,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Honolulu, HI?

Assisted living facilities in Honolulu, HI typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.