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Details of the Master Plan
The improvements identified in the Master Plan are framed in six distinct phases of implementation, each of which are described below:
Improve Retail & Streetscape Experience Along Kalia Road
The Village “front” and main entry leads from Kälia Road onto Rainbow Drive. In general, improvements will be made to the street side appearance and appeal of retail units fronting the Rainbow Drive entry. Currently, the walkway and concourse space connecting the tour bus and group arrival area to and from Rainbow Drive to the entry of the Village is underutilized. Landscaping and pedestrian access fronting Tapa Tower along Kälia Road will be opened up, invoking a more appealing welcoming experience. A newly defined pedestrian path will direct visitors and guests along the major walkway under the Tapa Tower. Existing retail kiosks in this area will be replaced with newly designed retail spaces.
Improve Main Entry, Rainbow Drive, and Center of Resort Retail
One of the main issues to be addressed in this area is the pedestrian-vehicle conflict that exists at the crosswalk between Kälia Tower and Tapa Tower. Currently, pedestrian flow converges at the crosswalk while vehicles maneuver to enter/exit the main parking garage from Rainbow Drive. Proposed improvements include relocating the existing crosswalk approximately 60 to 80 feet makai from its current location. This action will direct pedestrian circulation away from the area, thereby alleviating the current congestion. Retail storefronts will be reoriented to the crosswalk, absorbing pedestrian flow and creating new retail activity hubs in the central area of the Village.
Other planned improvements for this area include renovating and infilling an existing retail pavilion to create a single retail space adjacent to and fronting the main lobby. Existing retail units may selectively remain, but will undergo exterior renovations to improve their overall appearance and appeal. Additionally, the existing overhead structure that connects Kälia Tower and Tapa Tower will be removed, increasing and improving the visual corridor through the main entry of the Village. New landscaping and lighting will further enhance the area.
Improve Front Desk, Develop Super Pool, Village Green, and New Hau Tree Bar
The porte cochere entry and front desk lobby are the primary points of guest arrival. The overhang canopy of the porte cochere will be expanded, allowing for more cars to queue under cover for drop off/pick-up and valet service. This expansion will help to alleviate traffic build-up that occurs during peak use periods within the Village along Rainbow and Lagoon Drives.
Most of the existing components of the front desk lobby area will remain. However, portions of the lobby area will be reconfigured and undergo interior renovations to enhance and improve the visual relationships between the lobby and the pool and beach areas. Key modifications within the lobby area and adjoining walkways to Aliÿi Tower, Rainbow Tower, and the Super Pool include the removal of the Shell Bar pavilion, the covered trellis walkway, and development of a landscaping plan for future plantings and best management practices for the existing mature Banyan tree. The anticipated result of these modifications will be an expanded recreational focal point, centered with the planned expansion of the Super Pool area.
Plans for the Super Pool expansion include the creation of two keiki pools, both designed with age-appropriateness in mind. One of these pools will include a series of water slides and other amenity features. Additionally, an adult pool will be created with an expansive deck and chaise lounge space, including cabanas for visitors seeking quiet solace and peaceful environment.
The expansion and improvements result in the relocation of selected retail, food and beverage amenities. The Village Green will be absorbed with an expansion of the wildlife pool, and the creation of a centered plaza fronting Aliÿi Tower. On the makai side, the existing Hau Tree Bar will be relocated near the Rainbow Lanai. Overall pedestrian access between the Aliÿi Tower, Rainbow Tower, the main lobby, and adjoining retail spaces will also be reconfigured.
Improve Tapa Pool and Café
The Tapa Pool and its surrounding terrace are currently centered in a more secluded area of the Village than the Super Pool counterpart. Plans will increase the deck space that will be utilized for pool activities during the day, which can convert to function space for evening events. Additionally, the café space, which is adjacent to the Tapa Pool terrace, is currently vacant. This area will be converted into a high ceiling multi-functional space for banquets or possible entertainment venue. Design elements of the area will include the ability to screen the pool and terrace area from the Tapa Bar, as necessary, to utilize the space for outdoor events.
New Timeshare Tower Sequel 1 over Bus Loading
The Village Master Plan proposes the development of a 300-unit timeshare tower, to be located at the existing Group Bus and Tour area on the Diamond Head corner of the property near Kälia Road and Paoa Place. The existing bus loading and service activities will remain on the ground level with some necessary improvements. An arrival lobby will be accessed via a new ramp that leads to the porte cochere on the second floor. Parking for this timeshare will be accommodated within the lower levels. Upon completion of City approvals, construction of this new timeshare tower is planned to commence in late 2013 and would open in 2016.
Acquisition of Remnant City and County of Honolulu Parcel
Kälia Road was realigned to a more mauka position around 1993. The ewa makai corner of Kalia Road and Paoa Place overlies a remnant portion of the former roadway and right-of-way. The subject land is currently improved with sidewalk and landscaping. The Master Plan Improvements project includes the planned acquisition of approximately 8,200 sq. ft. of TMK 2-6-5:1 (portion) owned by the City and County of Honolulu. This acquisition is currently in process with the appropriate City agencies.
New Timeshare Tower Sequel 2 over Redeveloped Rainbow Bazaar
The Village Master Plan also proposes a second timeshare tower, which will be comprised of 250 units. This tower will be part of a redevelopment of the makai side of the Rainbow Bazaar near the Great Lawn. Plans call for a new raised retail plaza, back of house area, and office space on the lower levels with a planned mix of room units. Parking requirements would be met by reallocating space within the existing parking garage to accommodate projected demand and Land Use Ordinance requirements. Tower 2 would be one of the last phases to be implemented, currently planned for 2019.
Anticipated Net Effect of Redevelopment on Village Retail
Upon completion of planned improvements, the Village Master Plan would result in approximately 23,900 square feet (SF) of renovated retail space, inclusive of food and beverage services. The overall net retail space will increase by 14,359 SF at Hilton Hawaiian Village ®.
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http://www.hhvmasterplan.com/Hilton-Hawaiian-Village
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