Our Awards & Accolades

At ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, excellence is not an aspiration — it is our standard. We are honored to be consistently recognized by the most respected names in hospitality, culinary arts, and guest experience.

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ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki

Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award
Only hotel on Oʻahu to earn this distinction
Awarded 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
AAA Five Diamond Award
A symbol of luxury and personalized service at the highest level
Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
#1 Hotel in Hawaiʻi – 2022
#4 Hotel in Hawaiʻi – 2024
Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
Top 5 Hotels in Hawaiʻi – 2024
Recognized for service, design, and overall guest experience
U.S. News & World Report – Best Hotels Rankings
#1 Best Hotel in Honolulu – 2024
Top 25 Best Hotels in the USA – 2024

Mugen

Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Award
Awarded 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
AAA Five Diamond Award
A mark of exceptional fine dining and world-class culinary artistry
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
Awarded 2023, 2024, 2025
Recognized for a thoughtfully curated wine list featuring rare and exceptional selections
Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
2024 Recipient
Highlighting depth in cellar selection and exceptional service
OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award
Celebrated by guests for outstanding cuisine, ambiance, and service
Hale ʻAina Award Finalist – Best Wine List
2024 Finalist
Honoring Mugen’s commitment to elevating the wine experience in Hawaiʻi
Hale ʻAina Gold Award – Best Hotel Restaurant
2024 Winner
Recognizing unparalleled hospitality and culinary creativity within a hotel setting

Dedication to Craft

These accolades are a reflection of our unwavering dedication to craft, detail, and guest care. We are grateful to our community of travelers, critics, and loyal guests who continue to recognize ESPACIO and Mugen as leaders in luxury hospitality and culinary excellence.