Page 2 of Best Independent Living in Hawaii

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 47 independent living communities in HI using HI Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in HI
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Avg Walk Score: 50/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Hawaii. 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: 30The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Hawaii. 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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HMC (Haliʻa Memory Care): LEC (Lamakū Extended Care):
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.
Kisco Ilima at Leihano
IL
AL
MC
Kapolei (City Center)
-Yes
67
Facility 67
HI AVG 50
Rank #48 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 19
Rank #18 / 40
-
Hale Mohalu Senior Apartments
IL
Pearl City
-Yes
62
Facility 62
HI AVG 50
Rank #56 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed Rooms
34
Facility 34
HI AVG 19
Rank #5 / 40
A+
The Plaza at Moanalua
IL
AL
HMC
LEC
RC
Honolulu (Moanalua)
-No
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 50
Rank #126 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite
16
Facility 16
HI AVG 19
Rank #24 / 40
A+
Holiday Kalama Heights
IL
Kihei
-Yes
66
Facility 66
HI AVG 50
Rank #51 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
HI AVG 19
Rank #9 / 40
-
Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing
IL
Honolulu (Manoa)
80
Facility 80
HI AVG 30
Rank #9 / 68
No
16
Facility 16
HI AVG 50
Rank #134 / 156
Studio / 1 Bed--
Ilima at Leihano
IL
AL
MC
Kapolei (City Center)
-Yes
67
Facility 67
HI AVG 50
Rank #48 / 156
-
19
Facility 19
HI AVG 19
Rank #18 / 40
-
Harry & Jeanette Weinberg – Philip Street Apartments
IL
Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili)
-Yes
96
Facility 96
HI AVG 50
Rank #10 / 156
1 Bed--
Haili Elderly Apartments
IL
Hilo
-Yes
85
Facility 85
HI AVG 50
Rank #25 / 156
1 Bed Apartment--
Waipahu Tower – Waipahu, HI
IL
Waipahu
-Yes
78
Facility 78
HI AVG 50
Rank #29 / 156
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Hale O’Hauoli
IL
Pearl City (Pearl Highlands)
-Yes
65
Facility 65
HI AVG 50
Rank #53 / 156
1 Bed Apartment--

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Overview of Kisco Ilima at Leihano

Ilima at Leihano, by the premier Kisco community is a distinguished residence offering exceptional independent living with assisted living and memory care support beyond standard senior living. Located in Kapolei, Hawaii, it provides a serene and convenient setting, with access to essential amenities like medical services, shopping centers, the public library, and the expansive 60-acre Kapolei Regional Park.

At Ilima at Leihano, they adhere to the highest independent living retirement experience, ensuring that residents receive the utmost care and attention. The community offers a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, providing residents with comfortable and well-appointed living spaces. From the moment residents arrive, they are surrounded by a vibrant environment that promotes well-being and engagement.

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Overview of Hale Mohalu Senior Apartments

Peacefully nestled in the thriving residential area of Third Street, Pearl City, HI, Hale Mohalu Senior Apartments is an astounding community that offers independent living. The community features fully-furnished and sophisticated floor plans, prioritizing residents’ comfort and familiarity. Since 1995, the community has been accommodating residents within its vibrant and welcoming environment.

Residents have easy access to their needs and wants with the community’s ideal location near delightful restaurants and inviting recreational sites. With convenient amenities, including laundry, an elevator, and wheelchair-accessible rooms, residents enjoy a worry-free retirement. The community creates the perfect setting for a blissful retirement, ensuring they maintain independence and dignity.

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Overview of The Plaza at Moanalua

The Plaza at Moanalua is an assisted living community in Honolulu, Hawaii, that offers independent living, personal care, memory care, extended care, and respite services. With 16 years of operation, the community follows a continuum-of-care model that allows residents to transition between levels of support as their needs change while remaining in the same setting. Medicare is accepted, providing families with an additional option for managing care costs.

With the Haliʻa Memory Care program, the community provides memory support, which follows the Best Friends Approach, a care philosophy focused on dignity, connection, and individualized support for those living with memory loss. Meanwhile, residents requiring a higher level of assistance may receive services through the Lamakū Extended Care program. Accommodation options also include studio, one-bedroom, and companion suite floor plans.

Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining with locally inspired meals served three times daily, along with a variety of on-site and off-site activities, excursions, and exercise classes. Furthermore, the Plaza Life Protocol wellness program offers structured monthly wellness initiatives. Volunteer opportunities also encourage engagement with the wider community. Common areas include a billiards room, movie theater, and piano lounge for recreation and socializing.

Nurse call systems, walk-in showers with grab bars, fire-rated doors, smoke detectors, and sprinkler systems are among the safety features available. Visitation is welcomed, and children are encouraged to visit, helping residents maintain connections with family members across generations.

While Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center is located less than a quarter mile away, the immediate neighborhood is heavily car-dependent.

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Overview of Holiday Kalama Heights

Situated in Kihei, Hawaii, Holiday Kalama Heights is a luxurious independent living community only a short distance from the scenic Kalama Beach. With a focus on providing independent living services, the community offers residents a resort-style lifestyle amidst breathtaking views and an abundance of lush flora. Roomy floor plans for studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms are available to residents. Each has a kitchenette, a private bathroom, and individually controlled heating and air conditioning. Some units include full-sized kitchens and lots of storage space for added convenience, and the monthly rent includes utilities like cable TV.

Holiday Kalama Heights is dedicated to offering a lively and interesting lifestyle and provides a variety of amenities and events. Residents can take advantage of the restaurant-style dining, outdoor pool, fully stocked library, fitness courses, social activities like happy hour, daily entertainment, and scheduled transportation for visiting neighboring attractions. While long-term care services can be provided through outside providers, professional associates are on call around the clock for emergencies. Holiday Kalama Heights is more than simply a senior living community; it’s a haven where older people can live comfortably, surrounded by gorgeous scenery and compassionate service.

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Overview of Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing

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.

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Overview of Ilima at Leihano

Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof, Ilima at Leihano is a senior living community on the island of Oahu in Kapolei, Hawaii. Operating for 19 years, it sits in Kapolei’s City Center neighborhood, an area of the island often called its “Second City.” It’s a short 0.6 miles from the city center, and the nearest hospital, Pali Momi Medical Center, is about 9.46 miles away.

Residents here can access transportation for outside appointments, and the community partners with local healthcare specialists to help coordinate care. Daily support comprises housekeeping, laundry, and help with grocery shopping and errands, so occupants can rely on the team for daily life logistics. An in-house culinary team prepares meals for residents as part of the community’s dining program. For recreation and socializing, Ilima at Leihano offers a swimming pool, an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, and a movie or theater room, giving occupants an array of ways to stay active and engaged. The moderately walkable surrounding area carries a Walk Score of 67, so some errands are doable on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities within reach.

Families navigating memory care, assisted living, or independent living options in Kapolei may find it beneficial to inquire directly about which of the home’s three care types would best fit their loved one’s current needs.

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Overview of Harry & Jeanette Weinberg – Philip Street Apartments

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Honolulu, HI, Harry & Jeannette Weinberg – Philip Street Apartments is a purposely built 62+ community that offers independent living. The community features a variety of beautifully furnished one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. With an emergency call system, laundry spaces, and convenient apartment features, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

Residents have easy access to plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities with leisure spaces and unique shops nearby. With a full kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s warm and welcoming environment makes it an ideal option for those looking to downsize in their golden years.

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Overview of Haili Elderly Apartments

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Haili Street, Hilo, HI, Haili Elderly Apartments is a purposely designed 62+ community that offers independent living. The community features specially designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents maintain their independence within the community’s vibrant and inviting environment.

The community’s ideal location near delightful restaurants, public transportation, and recreation sites, residents have easy access to their needs and wants. Residents can also enjoy the best of their golden years while staying on a budget, thanks to the community’s affordability and income-based rent. With its pet-friendly and welcoming setting, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Waipahu Tower – Waipahu, Hi

Beautifully set near Pouhala Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary in Waipahu, HI, Waipahu Towers is a blissful community that offers independent living. Featuring specially designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents maintain their independence in the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

With the community’s ideal location near shopping centers and recreation sites, residents will surely enjoy every moment of their best years. The community is also located near hospitals, including Kahi Mohala and Kaiser Foundation Hospital, ensuring residents can easily access their medical needs. Here, residents make the most of their golden years, especially with the community’s welcoming spaces and thriving neighborhood.

Contact Waipahu Tower – Waipahu, HI

Overview of Hale O’hauoli

Conveniently located near H Mart Pearl City and Home Depot in Pearl City, HI, Hale O’Hauoli is a purposely designed community that offers independent living. Residents, especially those 62+, experience the best of their golden years with beautifully furnished and spacious one-bedroom floor plans designed for better comfort and safety. The community also promotes a warm and welcoming environment for residents to feel at ease during their stay.

With delightful restaurants and fun recreational sites nearby, residents can spend their days as they please and gain meaningful experiences. The community strives to maintain affordability with its income-based rent, ensuring residents can downsize without hassles. With its comfortable and well-maintained amenities, residents maintain their independence in retirement.

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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 Independent Living in Hawaii

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 47 independent living communities in Hawaii. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living 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 independent living 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.