The Plaza at Waikiki
Assisted Living, Haliʻa Memory Care, Independent Living & Short-term Respite · Honolulu, HI
The Plaza at Waikiki
Assisted Living, Haliʻa Memory Care, Independent Living & Short-term Respite · Honolulu, HI
Operated on Kalakaua Avenue in the heart of Waikiki, The Plaza at Waikiki is a high-rise senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, Haliʻa Memory Care, and short-term respite care. Residents are within walking distance of Waikiki Beach as well as many restaurants, shops, and neighborhood attractions. The community’s Walk Score of 96 makes it one of the most walkable senior living locations in the area. Many daily errands and outings can be completed on foot.
The community has been serving residents for 14 years. It offers 153 beds with studio, suite, and one-bedroom residences. Its size and years of operation can support a wide range of care needs within a single community. Residents living with memory loss receive care through the Haliʻa Memory Care program, which follows the Best Friends Approach. This person-centered model focuses on each resident’s personal history, preferences, and daily routines instead of using a standard approach for everyone.
Residents have access to transportation services, fitness and recreation programs, locally inspired dining, and a full calendar of daily activities. Shared amenities include a movie theater and an outdoor grilling area. This gives residents additional places to relax, socialize, and spend time with family and friends. The community also welcomes pets, so residents can keep a companion animal during their stay.
State inspections conducted by the Hawaii Department of Health have most often focused on medication documentation. These included records for as-needed medications and medication administration, along with wound care monitoring, service plan follow-up, fall risk assessments, and environmental maintenance. Families touring The Plaza at Waikiki may want to ask how these areas are monitored and managed as part of the community’s daily care practices.
153-bed community Rank #6 / 84Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 84 homes in Hawaii for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Hawaii facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Hawaii that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
14 years in operation Rank #30 / 43Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 43 homes in Hawaii for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Hawaii facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Hawaii that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 96 / 100 Rank #11 / 177Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 177 homes in Hawaii for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Hawaii facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Hawaii that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
License Number19-ALF
IslandOahu
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Tricia Medeiros, Regional Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Inspection History
In Hawaii, the Department of Health, Office of Health Care Assurance performs regular inspections and unannounced surveys to verify that healthcare facilities maintain high standards of resident care.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
15 deficiencies
4 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Hawaii state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2022 vs. Hawaii state average
Overall vs. HI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Hawaii average:
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
• Total deficiencies (40% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (40% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | HI Average | vs. HI Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 15 | 25 | This facility has 40% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (15 vs. HI avg 25).↓ 40% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3.8 | 6.3 | This facility has 40% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Hawaii assisted living residence (3.8 vs. HI avg 6.3).↓ 40% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | HI Average | vs. HI Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Hawaii average (4 vs. HI avg 4).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 319 - 450 / 403 - 480 / 402 - 441 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Matterport
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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.
| The Plaza at Waikiki | 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 |
| One Kalakaua Senior Living | 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 |
| The Plaza at Moanalua | AL HMC IL LEC RC | Honolulu (Moanalua) | - | No |
19
Facility
19
HI AVG
49
Rank
#138 / 177 | Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite | 16
Facility
16
HI AVG
19
Rank
#27 / 43 | A+ | - | - | - |
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Assisted Living in Hawaii
The Plaza at Waikiki is located in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Plaza at Waikiki
What neighborhood is The Plaza at Waikiki in?
The Plaza at Waikiki is in the McCully - Moiliili neighborhood of Honolulu.
Is The Plaza at Waikiki in a walkable area?
The Plaza at Waikiki has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of The Plaza at Waikiki?
According to HI state health department records, The Plaza at Waikiki's license number is 19-ALF.
When does The Plaza at Waikiki's license expire?
According to HI state health department records, The Plaza at Waikiki's license expires on September 30, 2026.
How long has The Plaza at Waikiki been in business?
The Plaza at Waikiki has been operating for approximately 14 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Plaza at Waikiki?
Yes, The Plaza at Waikiki allows residents to bring their pets.
Has The Plaza at Waikiki had any deficiencies?
The Plaza at Waikiki has had 15 reported deficiencies since 2022 according to records from State of Hawaii Department of Health.
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