A Disney Resort with just the right amount of Disn...

A Disney Resort with just the right amount of Disney touches.

My family was looking for a relaxing getaway and that is exactly what we got. The resort is secluded away from busy Waikiki and is much quieter and laid back in comparison. We were greeted at the entrance and directed to the main desk to check in, a waiting room is located nearby with entertainment for the kids so they don't need to wait in line. We arrived earlier than our check in time but our room was ready for us. The standard room was comfortable for the 4 of us and there were many nice touches.

The pool area was busy as we were there over Christmas but not overly busy or crowded. Some days, finding a lounger was difficult, leave your items in your room, you wont need them anyways or take a trip around the lazy river, by the time you get back one will have freed up. We spent most of our time in the lazy river floating but also enjoyed the infinity pool, zero entry pool, 3 hot tubs and 2 water slides.

The on site food ranged from mediocre to great depending on where you ate. I'd recommend Ulu cafe for breakfast for both price and quality. Quick easy lunches can be grabbed from Mama's Snack Stop, Off the Hook offers the same food and a few other options but is more pricey. We enjoyed our Christmas dinner at the Makahiki Buffet, the food was fresh, tasty, and no one left hungry, there were options to appease every ones taste buds. If you aren't wanting to eat on site everyday there is an Island Country Market and restaurants located across the street.

What can I say about Aunties Beach house? Ear to ear smiles at every pick up! We sometimes had to try more than once to pick up because they didn't want to leave. Included with your stay, drop in time is from 9 am to 9 pm. Located inside there is a movie room, dress up, video games and computers, arts and crafts, a backyard with play structure and impromptu character experiences (Moana helping with hand washing? Why not?) There are also complimentary activities for sign up.

Staff was friendly, helpful and comparable to what you would expect from the Disney parks.

A daily event schedules can be picked up from the concierge desk outlining all the days activities.

The man made lagoon keeps the beach calm and protected from the waves. We enjoyed snorkeling near the reef and saw many tropical fish. Take a walk along the beach and venture out onto the rocks to do some beach combing in the tide pools but watch for rogue waves.

After a tiring day at the beach and pools pick out a movie or two from the community hall to take back to your room.

It was the relaxing family vacation we were hoping for, with no reason to leave unless you choose to.