One Ala Moana
1555 Kapiolani Blvd, Ala Moana

Residences

The building is split into two wings, Ewa Tower and Diamond Head Tower, and are serviced by 4 elevators total, 2 in each wing. This was done purposefully to limit each floor to 7 units each and increase privacy amongst residents.

On floors 7-19, both wings are made up of two 1-bedrooms (761-877sf), four 2-bedrooms (1,159-1,461sf) and one 3-bedroom (1,791sf) residences. Penthouse levels 20-22 hold four 3-bedrooms (1,791 – 2,651 sf).

All residences feature 9’ high ceilings (8’ is the standard in Honolulu), floor-to-ceiling glass and sliding glass doors (instead of lanais). Finishes include hardwood flooring for entry, living and kitchen areas, quartz countertops and Studio Becker cabinetry.

Kitchens come with a mix of Sub-Zero, Wolf and Miele appliances. Larger units come with wine coolers.

Views

The buildings orientation allows for most units 00-10 to enjoy ocean views. Units 11-15 will have a mountain/city view. There are office buildings which surround One Ala Moana and so you will be directly across from another building if on the edges of the building.

Another issue is on the lower levels which face the ocean as you will see the top of the parking lot of Ala Moana which interferes with Ala Moana Park/Ocean views.

Location

For those who don't want to be in the middle of a redeveloping area, this would be a better choice than Kakaako. 

Still, this is a very convenient location as there is plenty of shopping (Ala Moana), grocery stores (Foodland Farms, Don Quixote, Walgreens) within walking distance. Waikiki and Ala Moana Beach Park are also minutes away for quick beach access.

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