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| The Plaza at Kaneohe |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Kaneohe | - | No | 78 | Studio / 1 Bed / Suite | 6 | A+ | 4 | 32 |
| The Plaza at Waikiki |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili) | 153 | Yes | 96 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 13 | A+ | 4 | 15 |
| Kisco Ilima at Leihano |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Kapolei (City Center) | - | No | 67 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19 | - | 4 | 39 |
| Holiday Kalama Heights |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Kihei | - | Yes | 66 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26 | - | - | - |
| The Ivy at Hawaii Kai |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Honolulu (Hawaii Kai) | - | Yes | 6 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| The Plaza at Mililani |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Mililani (Mililani Mauka - Launani Valley) | - | No | 12 | Studio / Shared Suite | 19 | A+ | 4 | 23 |
| Good Samaritan Society – Pohai Nani |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Kaneohe | 246 | No | 18 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | 3 | 19 |
| The Plaza at Moanalua |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Honolulu (Moanalua) | - | No | 19 | - | 16 | A+ | - | - |
| Haili Elderly Apartments |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Hilo (Downtown Hilo) | - | Yes | 85 | 1 Bed Apartment | - | - | - | - |
| Mohouli Heights Senior Neighborhood |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Hilo | - | No | 4 | 1 Bed Apartment | - | - | - | - |
| Hale Nā Koa ‘O Hanakahi |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Hilo | - | No | 48 | 1 Bed Apartments | - | - | - | - |
| Hale O’Hauoli |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Pearl City (Pearl Highlands) | - | Yes | 65 | 1 Bed Apartment | - | - | - | - |
| Harry & Jeanette Weinberg – Philip Street Apartments |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili) | - | No | 96 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Manoa Gardens Elderly Housing |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Honolulu (Manoa) | 80 | No | 16 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Iwilei Senior Residence |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Honolulu (Kalihi - Palama) | - | No | 92 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - |
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Overlooking the peaceful community of Mililani, HI, Olaloa Retirement Community – Mililani is a tranquil senior living community for individuals 55+, offering excellent independent living. The community features 120 units of well-designed accommodations, ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments. Olaloa Retirement Community – Mililani is an ideal haven for seniors seeking a serene and safe town to live in with features that foster an active living environment.
Residents are provided with a full menu of activities, including dance, exercise, games, crafts as well as a community garden for those with a green thumb. The community also provides access to an array of delightful amenities, including an exercise room, meeting room, and walking/jogging paths. With a secured entry system, residents can live confidently knowing they are living in a safe environment.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 380 / 529 / 780 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Overview of The Plaza at Punchbowl
The Plaza at Punchbowl is one of the trusted assisted living communities in the heart of Honolulu because of its approach to luxury care. Residents can receive a more modernized and holistic approach to senior care. They ensure that residents can have a balanced well-being regarding a healthy lifestyle. The community boasts astonishing and pleasing interiors that make it a resort-like facility that keeps everyone busy. The Plaza at Punchbowl is an ideal place to reside because it doesn’t only offer luxurious service but it celebrates every resident.
The Plaza provides extensive amenities and services that ensure a comfortable and easy living experience for seniors; these include their restaurant-style dining with special dining programs, a restaurant, private dining room, fitness center, meeting room, game room, library, and beauty salon. The apartments include air conditioning, cable, housekeeping, and laundry services; some essential services include transportation, religious services, educational programs, and activities to keep them active.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent 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
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Resident Experience
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Regulatory
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Visual Media
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Website
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Stability
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Environment
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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.
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Review Sentiment
Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
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Complaint Visits
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BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Occupancy Rate
Bed Options
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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.
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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 3 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.
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