I rate Aulani 4-1/2 stars. The pool area is great ...

I rate Aulani 4-1/2 stars. The pool area is great for families, they have lovely adult only areas as well, the rooms are large and the beach/Bay is great for playing and swimming. It is across the street from Ko'olina shopping center which had an ABC store and a few eateries. That helps with the budget since prices at Aulani are typical for resorts (high). It would be great if they scheduled more options for kids ages 13+. Plenty for little kids to do, but not for older kids.