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2500 Kūhiō Ave., Honolulu, HI 96815
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2025
Join us on March 26 at Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa as we honor Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole, the “People’s Prince.” This special event pays tribute to his enduring legacy, celebrating Hawaiian culture, history, and traditions on the very land where his royal home, Pualeilani, once stood.
Before Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa became a symbol of modern hospitality, it was home to Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole. His beachfront estate, Pualeilani—meaning “flower from the wreath of heaven”—was a gathering place for Hawaiian culture and traditions.
Known as the “People’s Prince,” Kūhiō dedicated his life to preserving Native Hawaiian rights, playing a key role in passing the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1921. After his passing in 1922, his land was gifted to Honolulu, ensuring his legacy lived on.
Today, Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa honors this history with Hawaiian-inspired design, cultural programming, and a deep connection to the island’s past. Walking the grounds, guests can imagine Waikiki’s royal past—where hula, outrigger canoe races, and aloha thrived.
Henry Perez, Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa General Manager
Cara Goodrich, Hilton Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa Director of Sales & Marketing
Kumu Blaine Kia
Prince Kūhiō History
KIA Enterprises, Prince Kūhiō Elementary
Makahiki Games Konane, Hawaiian Checkers, Ulumaika, Hawaiian Bowling, Hana Hei, String Game
VERSE 1:
E Hawai’i e ku’u one hanau e
Ku’u home kulaiwi nei
‘Oli no au i na pono lani ou
E Hawai’i, aloha e
HUI:
E hau’oli na ‘opio o Hawai’i nei
‘Oli e! ‘Oli e!
Mai na aheahe makani e pa
mai nei
Mau ke aloha, no Hawai’i
VERSE 2:
E ha’i mai kou mau kini lani e
Kou mau kupa aloha, e Hawai’i
Na mea ‘olino kamaha’o no
luna mai
E Hawai’i aloha e
(repeat hui)
VERSE 3:
Na ke Akua e malama mai ia
‘oe
Kou mau kualona aloha nei
Kou mau kahawai ‘olinolino
mau
Kou mau mala pua nani e
(repeat hui)
VERSE 1:
O Hawai’i, O sands of my
birth
My native home
I rejoice in the blessings of
heaven
O Hawai’i, aloha.
CHORUS:
Happy youth of Hawai’i
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Gentle breezes blow
Love always for Hawai’i.
VERSE 2:
May your divine throngs
speak
Your loving people, O Hawai’i
The holy light from above
O Hawai’i, aloha.
(repeat chorus)
VERSE 3:
God protects you
Your beloved ridges
Your ever glistening streams
VERSE 1:
E Hawai’i e ku’u one hanau e
Ku’u home kulaiwi nei
‘Oli no au i na pono lani ou
E Hawai’i, aloha e
HUI:
E hau’oli na ‘opio o Hawai’i nei
‘Oli e! ‘Oli e!
Mai na aheahe makani e pa
mai nei
Mau ke aloha, no Hawai’i
VERSE 2:
E ha’i mai kou mau kini lani e
Kou mau kupa aloha, e Hawai’i
Na mea ‘olino kamaha’o no
luna mai
E Hawai’i aloha e
(repeat hui)
VERSE 3:
Na ke Akua e malama mai ia
‘oe
Kou mau kualona aloha nei
Kou mau kahawai ‘olinolino
mau
Kou mau mala pua nani e
(repeat hui)
VERSE 1:
O Hawai’i, O sands of my
birth
My native home
I rejoice in the blessings of
heaven
O Hawai’i, aloha.
CHORUS:
Happy youth of Hawai’i
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Gentle breezes blow
Love always for Hawai’i.
VERSE 2:
May your divine throngs
speak
Your loving people, O Hawai’i
The holy light from above
O Hawai’i, aloha.
(repeat chorus)
VERSE 3:
God protects you
Your beloved ridges
Your ever glistening streams
