
Compare Senior Communities around Hawaii
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.
| Good Samaritan Society – Pohai Nani | SC AL IL NH RC SNF | Kaneohe | 44
Facility
44
HI AVG
43
Rank
#26 / 84 | 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 |
| Arcadia Retirement Residence | SC ADC HC IL NH SNF | Honolulu (Makiki/Lower/ Punchbowl/Tantalus) | 91
Facility
91
HI AVG
43
Rank
#18 / 84 | No |
86
Facility
86
HI AVG
49
Rank
#27 / 177 | - | - | A+ | 8
Facility
8
HI AVG
3.3
Rank
#54 / 56 | 42
Facility
42
HI AVG
25
Rank
#47 / 56 | 4.7
Facility
4.7
HI AVG
6.3
Rank
#28 / 56 |
| Lanai Community Hospital | SC NH SNF | Lanai City (7Th Street) | 10
Facility
10
HI AVG
43
Rank
#42 / 84 | No |
58
Facility
58
HI AVG
49
Rank
#68 / 177 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Maunalani Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | SC NH PC SNF | Honolulu (Kaimuki) | 100
Facility
100
HI AVG
43
Rank
#13 / 84 | No |
11
Facility
11
HI AVG
49
Rank
#152 / 177 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pearl City Nursing Home | SC NH PC SNF | Pearl City (Lehua Avenue) | 122
Facility
122
HI AVG
43
Rank
#8 / 84 | No |
73
Facility
73
HI AVG
49
Rank
#44 / 177 | Private / Shared Rooms | - | - | - | - | - |
| Oahu Care Facility | SC NH SNF | Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili) | 82
Facility
82
HI AVG
43
Rank
#19 / 84 | No |
93
Facility
93
HI AVG
49
Rank
#19 / 177 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 15 Craigside | SC ADC AL HC IL NH SNF | Honolulu (Nuuanu - Punchbowl) | 45
Facility
45
HI AVG
43
Rank
#25 / 84 | 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 | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | Honolulu (Waialae - Kahala) | 20
Facility
20
HI AVG
43
Rank
#39 / 84 | 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 |
| One Kalakaua Senior Living | SC 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 |
| Attention Plus Care | SC HC NH RC SNF | Honolulu (Ala Moana) | - | No |
98
Facility
98
HI AVG
49
Rank
#3 / 177 | - | 43
Facility
43
HI AVG
19
Rank
#3 / 43 | A+ | - | - | - |
| The Plaza at Pearl City | SC AL HMC IL SR | Pearl City (Kuala Street) | 158
Facility
158
HI AVG
43
Rank
#5 / 84 | 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 |
| The Plaza at Waikiki | SC AL HMC IL SR | Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili) | 153
Facility
153
HI AVG
43
Rank
#6 / 84 | 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 |
| Hilo Medical Center | SC NH | Hilo (Waianuenue Avenue) | 52
Facility
52
HI AVG
43
Rank
#22 / 84 | No |
7
Facility
7
HI AVG
49
Rank
#165 / 177 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Kahala Nui | SC 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+ | - | - | - |
| Harry & Jeanette Weinberg – Philip Street Apartments | SC IL | Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili) | - | Yes |
96
Facility
96
HI AVG
49
Rank
#11 / 177 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
Kailua Ohana Adult Residential Care Home, nestled in the enchanting neighborhood of Kailua, Hawaii, offers a haven for assisted senior living. This remarkable community combines the comforts of home with the support and care needed to enhance the lives of its residents. With its idyllic setting and genuine aloha spirit, it stands as one of the finest assisted living places on the island. Here, residents experience the best of both worlds – a peaceful retreat that feels like home and a supportive environment that ensures their well-being.
Beyond the comfortable living spaces and welcoming ambiance, Kailua Ohana offers a range of amenities and services designed to enrich the lives of its residents. Engaging activities, vibrant social events, and access to local attractions create a dynamic and fulfilling lifestyle. Whether it’s exploring the nearby beaches or participating in stimulating group activities, there is always something exciting happening at Kailua Ohana. The breathtaking surroundings of Kailua serve as the backdrop for this exceptional community. With its picturesque landscapes, gentle ocean breezes, and stunning natural beauty, residents can enjoy the serenity and tranquility that come with living in such a captivating location.
Located on Kahaloa Drive, Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing is a senior housing community in Honolulu, Hawaii, dedicated to adults 62+. With an 80-bed capacity, the community offers a variety of studio and one-bedroom apartments. A resident manager, laundry rooms, and wellness programs are also available for residents’ convenience. The community also follows income restrictions, requiring older adults to have gross incomes not exceeing 60%, 80%, or 120% of area median income.
Recreational opportunities are provided, encouraging residents to live actively and promote socialization. A garden, a spa, and walking paths are among the amenities available on-site for residents’ leisure. A car is also generally required to access most services, as it is located in a car-dependent neighborhood with limited services available within walking distance.
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.
Wisdom Home Care is an adult residential care home located on Waikele Road in Waipahu, Hawaii. Run by operator Maricor Dela Cruz, this licensed, two-story house accommodates up to four residents, providing a small-scale living arrangement as an alternative to large senior living complexes.
The surrounding neighborhood features a walkability score of 76 out of 100, which allows visitors and families to complete most daily errands entirely on foot. Caregivers remain on-site 24 hours a day to assist with bathing, grooming, cooking, light housekeeping, and personal companionship.
The staff also provides hospital accompaniment to help coordinate logistics during medical transfers or external doctor appointments.
Prospective residents can contact the administrator directly to ask about current room vacancies and monthly fees.
King Lunalilo Home Adult Day Care is a 44-bed facility at 501 Kekauluohi Street in Honolulu, Hawaii. Established by the legacy of King Lunalilo to serve kūpuna (Hawaiian elders), the center operates under a license valid through September 2027. The facility provides daytime supervision and specialized respite care within a culturally grounded framework. Its location carries a Walk Score of 47, making the center’s transportation coordination a common necessity for participants.
Regulatory monitoring by the Hawaii Department of Health reflects a record of high compliance. The program has recorded an annual deficiency rate 92% lower than the state benchmark. While a June 2024 inspection identified one administrative deficiency regarding missing staff background and TB clearance documentation, the prior 2023 review resulted in a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. All procedural gaps were addressed via corrective action plans, and there are no documented fines or enforcement actions in the facility’s history.
Professional support is provided by a team trained in traditional Hawaiian values and personalized health monitoring. The center offers a “Meals-to-Go” program alongside standard meal services provided during day care hours. Daily programming includes exercise classes, social dining experiences, and community celebrations that emphasize cultural observances. These services are designed to support family caregivers while maintaining the independence and dignity of the participants.
The daytime environment features a secure setting where activities are tailored to the physical and cognitive needs of Hawaiian elders. Shared amenities include communal dining spaces and areas for group recreation and traditional crafts. The facility also offers residential care options on the same campus for those requiring 24-hour support. Pricing and enrollment are managed with a focus on individual support and community accessibility.
Prospective representatives seeking a culturally centered daytime program for kūpuna may find this legacy institution appropriate. Families should contact the center directly to confirm current enrollment availability and request a schedule of upcoming traditional celebrations before finalizing their care plans.
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.
Kaneohe Elderly Apartments is a mid-rise community built around one-bedroom apartment homes, set in Hawaii’s Kaneohe/Kailua area. It’s income-restricted through HUD, and residents need to be at least 62 to qualify. That combination points pretty clearly toward independent senior living, not a facility built around medical or nursing care.
Walkability sits at a Walk Score of 56, which lands in the moderate range. Some errands are doable on foot here, and there’s enough nearby to make short walks worthwhile, though residents and visitors will likely still want a car for anything beyond the basics.
What’s on offer inside is fairly simple: a library, a spa, garden space, and transportation service. None of that reads as flashy, but it covers the fundamentals people actually use day to day: a place to read, a place to sit outside, a way to get around without driving yourself everywhere.
Everything about this community, the age minimum, the income restriction, the apartment-style layout, the modest amenity list, points toward the same conclusion. This isn’t a facility providing hands-on care or medical supervision. It’s an affordable apartment community built for older adults who want their own space, some shared amenities, and a level of independence that an income-qualified housing model like this is specifically designed to support.
Ideally situated in the serene neighborhood of Hoolaulea Street, Hilo, HI, Paranada #2 is a distinguished community that offers residential care. Residents receive top-notch care for their unique needs from a kind and highly trained team avaialble around the clock. With its cozy and welcoming setting, the community strives to accommodate up to five residents and maintain their independence.
There’s no dull moment with a full calendar of exciting events and engaging programs, highlighting their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Residents enjoy a worry-free retirement with the community’s exceptional services and stress-free environment.
Charity Adult Residential Care is an assisted living home on Moena Place in Waipahu, Hawaii, a residential area that scores 52 for walkability. It’s built to help older adults with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals while encouraging independence. As a two-story home with one-bedroom units, it offers a more personal, house-like setting versus bigger communities.
Professional medical services are relatively accessible in the home, about 3.85 miles from Pali Momi Medical Center. Housekeeping services bolster residents, and the community spotlights social and recreational activities to engage residents. The facility’s staff of registered nurses and caregivers provides personalized support tailored to each resident’s needs. Waipahu’s moderate walkability means some errands are walkable, with most trips demanding a car.
This neighborhood setting can charm occupants and families wanting a more tranquil and residential atmosphere over a busier commercial area. For those wanting to learn more about Charity Adult Residential Care’s services, pricing, or room availability, the facility can be reached directly to schedule a tour.
Enjoy exceptional care from Editha Rogelio Tapat Arch, a dedicated community in Waipahu, HI, offering assisted living. A kind and highly trained team strives to provide exceptional care for up to four residents 24/7, ensuring their comfort and safety. With its intimate and welcoming accommodations, residents can keep their peace of mind and live a blissful retirement.
Residents are encouraged to remain active and socially engaged with a jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs for leisure and wellness. Delicious and well-balanced meals are available for residents to experience hassle-free dining that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and medication management are also provided for residents’ healthcare needs. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years without worries, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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 Senior Communities in Hawaii
What is senior living?
Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.
How many senior communities are listed on this page?
This page features 177 senior communities in Hawaii. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.













