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Best Nursing Homes in Honolulu, HI

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 13 nursing homes in Honolulu, HI using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in HI
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.4/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Honolulu, HI. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.8/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Honolulu, HI. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Honolulu, HI. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the Hawaii Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance.

CMS & HI Dept. of Health data

Maunalani Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
NH
PC
SNF
Honolulu (Kaimuki)
100
Facility 100
HI AVG 43
Rank #13 / 84
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #7 / 23
+7%
4.19
Facility 4.19
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #14 / 30
-71%0%
$32.1k
Facility $32.1k
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #25 / 31
21
Facility 21
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #3 / 31
4.2
Facility 4.2
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #3 / 31
290-
11
Facility 11
HI AVG 49
Rank #152 / 177
The Maunalani Foundation
$18.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $18.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #10 / 27
$10.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $10.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #7 / 27
56%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 56%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #7 / 27
125013
Arcadia Retirement Residence
NH
ADC
HC
IL
SNF
Honolulu (Makiki/Lower/ Punchbowl/Tantalus)
91
Facility 91
HI AVG 43
Rank #18 / 84
93.7%
Facility 93.7%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #2 / 23
+11%
5.08
Facility 5.08
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #5 / 30
+26%+21%
$12.9k
Facility $12.9k
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #21 / 31
36
Facility 36
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #17 / 31
9.0
Facility 9.0
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #24 / 31
285A+
86
Facility 86
HI AVG 49
Rank #27 / 177
Kathleen Yokouchi
$14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #13 / 27
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #10 / 27
51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #13 / 27
125014
15 Craigside
NH
ADC
AL
HC
IL
SNF
Honolulu (Nuuanu - Punchbowl)
45
Facility 45
HI AVG 43
Rank #25 / 84
98.9%
Facility 98.9%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #1 / 23
+18%
5.04
Facility 5.04
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #6 / 30
+1%+20%
$0
Facility $0
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #1 / 31
5
Facility 5
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #1 / 31
2.5
Facility 2.5
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #1 / 31
-45A+
50
Facility 50
HI AVG 49
Rank #85 / 177
Bree Komagome
$7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #25 / 27
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #22 / 27
67.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 67.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #1 / 27
125063
Kalākaua Gardens
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Honolulu (Ala Moana)
49
Facility 49
HI AVG 43
Rank #23 / 84
84.7%
Facility 84.7%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #14 / 23
+1%
0.37
Facility 0.37
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #30 / 30
-3%-91%
$55.7k
Facility $55.7k
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #27 / 31
35
Facility 35
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #16 / 31
5.8
Facility 5.8
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #8 / 31
342-
98
Facility 98
HI AVG 49
Rank #3 / 177
1723 Kalakaua LLC
$21.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #9 / 27
$9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #8 / 27
44.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #18 / 27
125066
Liliha Healthcare Center
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Honolulu (Liliha - Kapalama)
92
Facility 92
HI AVG 43
Rank #17 / 84
86.0%
Facility 86.0%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #12 / 23
+2%
4.00
Facility 4.00
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #17 / 30
-36%-5%
$11.2k
Facility $11.2k
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #20 / 31
52
Facility 52
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #27 / 31
10.4
Facility 10.4
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #26 / 31
379-
81
Facility 81
HI AVG 49
Rank #29 / 177
-
$12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #17 / 27
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #18 / 27
57.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #12 / 27
125041
Avalon Care Center – Honolulu
NH
SNF
Honolulu (Kalihi Valley)
108
Facility 108
HI AVG 43
Rank #10 / 84
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #8 / 23
+6%
4.06
Facility 4.06
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #15 / 30
+24%-3%
$0
Facility $0
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #1 / 31
53
Facility 53
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #28 / 31
17.7
Facility 17.7
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #31 / 31
-96A+
47
Facility 47
HI AVG 49
Rank #93 / 177
Avalon Of Hawaii LLC
$22.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $22.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #6 / 27
$10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #6 / 27
48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #22 / 27
125020
Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab
NH
SNF
Honolulu (Mccully - Moiliili)
42
Facility 42
HI AVG 43
Rank #28 / 84
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #16 / 23
-3%
3.16
Facility 3.16
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #29 / 30
-12%-25%
$89.2k
Facility $89.2k
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #30 / 31
64
Facility 64
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #31 / 31
12.8
Facility 12.8
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #29 / 31
134-
96
Facility 96
HI AVG 49
Rank #11 / 177
Pacific Healthcare Ventures LLC
$13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #18 / 27
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #15 / 27
61.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #4 / 27
125067
The Care Center of Honolulu
NH
SNF
Honolulu (Liliha - Kapalama)
182
Facility 182
HI AVG 43
Rank #3 / 84
93.1%
Facility 93.1%
HI AVG 84.1
Rank #4 / 23
+11%
3.31
Facility 3.31
HI AVG 4.20
Rank #27 / 30
-13%-21%
$8.0k
Facility $8.0k
HI AVG $43.4k
Rank #18 / 31
47
Facility 47
HI AVG 35.5
Rank #26 / 31
9.4
Facility 9.4
HI AVG 8.2
Rank #25 / 31
1170A+
71
Facility 71
HI AVG 49
Rank #46 / 177
Suzanne Darley
$38.4MFiscal year ending 02/2024
Facility $38.4MFiscal year ending 02/2024
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #5 / 27
$18.2MFiscal year ending 02/2024
Facility $18.2MFiscal year ending 02/2024
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #2 / 27
47.6%Fiscal year ending 02/2024
Facility 47.6%Fiscal year ending 02/2024
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #17 / 27
125019
Hale Ola Kino-
NH
RC
SNF
Honolulu (Makiki/Lower/ Punchbowl/Tantalus)
32
Facility 32
HI AVG 43
Rank #35 / 84
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98
Facility 98
HI AVG 49
Rank #3 / 177
$5.5M*Fiscal year ending 10/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $5.5M*Fiscal year ending 10/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
HI AVG $20.8M
Rank #26 / 27
$2.9M*Fiscal year ending 10/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility $2.9M*Fiscal year ending 10/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
HI AVG $7.1M
Rank #26 / 27
53.1%*Fiscal year ending 10/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Facility 53.1%*Fiscal year ending 10/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
HI AVG 38.9%
Rank #9 / 27
125047
Overview of Maunalani Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Maunalani Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides an exemplary approach to skilled nursing; it has pioneered as the home for comprehensive rehabilitation and nursing. One of the longest continuum of care centers in Oahu, the long-term healthcare center gives attention to all levels of care, as well even the complex medical conditions. Maunlani Nursing Center boasts a comfortable and secure environment for a speedy recovery. 
The nursing home is rehabilitative and focuses on receiving results in the services they offer; services include 24-hour nursing available, physicians available, and therapists– all provided to ensure residents all receive their holistic wellness. Therapy services include speech, occupational, and physical that sustain and strengthen daily skills. 

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Overview of Arcadia Retirement Residence

Arcadia, a cherished haven for Honolulu’s seniors since 1967, is a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Makiki. Spread across three picturesque acres, this vibrant retirement community provides a safe and comfortable sanctuary for the elderly. Its prime location offers easy access to the bustling Downtown district, the sun-soaked Waikiki Beach, and the thriving Ala Moana Center via public transport or car. Additionally, several houses of worship are within walking distance, providing spiritual solace to residents.
Upon entering Arcadia, you’ll be enchanted by its elegance and tranquility. The state-of-the-art facilities cater to all needs, including a well-equipped fitness center, indoor pool, and exquisite restaurant-style dining room, and a spacious lobby. For those seeking solitude and relaxation, the computer and garden areas are the perfect retreats. Residents can shop for basic essentials at the resident store, and ample parking and private group transportation to selected events are available for their convenience. With 24-hour security and linen service, residents can rest assured knowing they’re in good hands. At Arcadia, the cost of living is a mere concern, which is why they offer a one-time entrance fee followed by a monthly service charge that covers all amenities and services. Residents can bask in the joys of life and create beautiful memories that will last a lifetime at Arcadia, the place they can call home.

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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 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 Liliha Healthcare Center

Liliha Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Honolulu, HI, that offers long-term care and rehabilitation. The community’s supportive and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting where older adults can keep their peace of mind in retirement. With 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and therapy services, residents receive the utmost attention and care. Through a holistic approach to care, the community strives to help residents live to their potential.

Light exercises and social events ensure residents stay active and have fun. Residents can also rest and move around without worries, as spacious rooms and accessible communal areas are available. Kuakini Medical Center, bus stops, and parks also surround the area, ensuring accessibility and convenience. With its comprehensive services and top-notch amenities, this nursing home is an ideal choice for senior living in Hawaii.

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Overview of Avalon Care Center – Honolulu

For the past three decades, Avalon Health Care in Honolulu has been showing an unwavering commitment to providing top-notch healthcare services. It has been a source of solace and comfort to patients and residents alike. With a wide array of programs that cater to different needs, including Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Senior Living, Independent Living, and Healthcare, Avalon Health Care has proven to be a reliable partner in health and wellness.
Their services are exceptional, ranging from skilled nursing and assisted living to hospice/home health, therapy services, physicians/medical providers, and care coordination services. This comprehensive approach to healthcare ensures that patients and residents receive the best possible care and assistance with daily living. In Hawaii’s serene and calming environment, Avalon Health Care’s compassionate and dedicated team of healthcare professionals have made it their life’s work to provide excellent care while preserving the dignity and independence of their patients and residents.

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Overview of Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab

Walker’s paradise is an unusual descriptor for a nursing home neighborhood, but Islands Skilled Nursing and Rehab earns it: Walk Score 96, McCully – Moiliili, 1.9 miles from Honolulu’s city center, with Kapi’olani Medical Center 0.18 miles away. The physical context here is genuinely distinct from the car-dependent suburban settings that define most post-acute care in the country.

The clinical profile is post-acute in character. Forty-two beds, 32 current residents, 74.2% occupancy, 88-day average stay. Admission is open to adults 18 and older.

Short-term rehab, transitional care, and respiratory care are offered alongside standard rehabilitation services. A doctor is on staff, and nursing coverage runs around the clock.

The staffing breakdown: registered nurses at 2 hours and 54 minutes per resident per day, nurse aides at 3 hours and 1 minute, LPNs at 4 minutes, totaling 3 hours and 10 minutes. The RN concentration is notable for a facility of this size.

Meals accommodate special and modified diets. An active resident council meets regularly. Mr. Leland Yagi is President/Administrator.

State inspections by Hawaii’s Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance, have surfaced recurring themes across medication management, infection prevention and control, care planning and documentation, staffing and staff credentials, and resident rights and protections. Families evaluating this facility should review those areas with care.

The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For families navigating post-acute placement in urban Honolulu, the combination of specialized respiratory and transitional care programs, a walkable location, and proximity to a major medical center makes this a facility worth examining closely, alongside its inspection record.

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Overview of The Care Center of Honolulu

The Care Center of Honolulu offers respiratory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation care; its atmosphere provides graceful living for short-term or long-term residents. The dedicated team of care staff assures residents of all kinds of living options that they receive supportive assistance for everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery. The Care Center boasts its compassionate approach to an enhanced quality of life for all seniors. 
The Care Center offers a range of long-term and short-term rehabilitative services such as wound care, diagnostic radiology, dialysis, therapy (occupational, physical, speech), ventilator service– all being provided with 24-hour nursing. 

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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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Hale Ola Kino

1314 Kalākaua Ave 2Nd Floor, Honolulu, HI 96826
Overview of Hale Ola Kino

Hale Ola Kino is a nursing home that offers a resort-like lifestyle where its staff and management believe that residents deserve only the best, which is why they also ensure that residents only get the top-level of service and care needed for their healthy recovery. Hale Ola Kino is a wellness-focused home that is dedicated to maintaining a nurturing environment for seniors so that they can have an enhanced life. 
Hale Ola offers a multidisciplinary approach to caregiving offers health care services that plan one’s medical condition or personal preference. Personal care offers assistance with daily living for residents. Lifestyle and health services that are wellness programs scheduled and created by the staff.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Honolulu, HI

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Hawaii Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 13 nursing homes in Honolulu, HI. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Honolulu, HI?

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 Honolulu, HI, 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 nursing homes in Honolulu, HI?

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.