The Launiu Ward Village

The Launiu Ward Village — Luxury Oceanfront Living in the Heart of Honolulu

The Launiu is the 11th residential tower in Ward Village, the award-winning 60-acre master-planned community by Howard Hughes Corporation located between Downtown Honolulu and Waikiki. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Arquitectonica with interiors by ODADA, The Launiu represents a new standard of elevated island living with sweeping views of the ocean, Diamond Head, and Honolulu's southern coastline.

Architectural Digest has named Ward Village the "Best Planned Community in the United States," and The Launiu continues that legacy with mid-century coastal-inspired architecture drawing from Waikiki's Gold Coast era.

Location and Address

The Launiu is located at 928 Ala Moana Boulevard on the Ewa corner of Ward Avenue and Ala Moana Boulevard in the Kakaako neighborhood. This prime front-row position offers unobstructed ocean and Diamond Head views. The building sits adjacent to Ka La'i o Kukuluaeo Park and diagonally across from Kalae and Ulana Ward Village.

The surrounding Ward Village neighborhood features over 2,500 residences, 40+ restaurants and cafes, 44 retail shops, and 52 specialized neighborhood services. Ala Moana Shopping Center and Ala Moana Beach Park are within walking distance. The Launiu also borders Our Kakaako, offering additional dining and shopping options.

Residence Types and Pricing

The Launiu will feature 486 luxury residences including studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom homes across a 40-story tower and podium. The podium includes 90 residences while the tower contains 396 homes.

Unit Mix: 141 studios, 137 one-bedrooms, 143 two-bedrooms, and 65 three-bedrooms.

Expected pricing ranges:

- Studios: From the $700Ks to $1M

- One-Bedrooms: From $1M to $1.8M

- Two-Bedrooms: From $2M to $2.8M

- Three-Bedrooms: From $3.5M and up

Diamond Head-facing tower residences feature full lanais while Ewa-side units include Juliette balconies. This is the last front-row Ward Village development offering such a diverse price range.

Residence Features

Every home at The Launiu is designed with luxury finishes:

- 9-foot ceilings in main living areas

- Floor-to-ceiling windows

- Oak wood engineered flooring

- Open kitchen, living, and dining layouts

- Wolf cooktop, oven, and microwave

- Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer

- Studio Becker cabinetry

- Quartzite stone island, countertops, and backsplash

- Quartz bathroom countertops

- Central air conditioning

Amenities

The Launiu offers an exceptional 78,000+ square feet of recreational space spread across two levels:

7th Floor Amenity Deck:

- Resort pool and fitness pool

- Tide pool and kid's play structure

- Hydrotherapy spa and massage room

- Great Lawn with sunset and palm decks

- Fitness center and movement studio

- Five clubrooms (Ekahi, Elua, Ekolu, Eha, Elima)

- Catering kitchen and dining cabana

- BBQ grills and private dining rooms

- Men's and women's locker rooms

- Sweeping views of Diamond Head and the ocean

Ground Level:

- Porte cochere entry

- Dog run

- Landscaped gardens and casual meeting spaces

- Over 21,000 sq ft of ground-floor retail and dining

- Parcel storage

- Surfboard and bike storage

- 5 guest suites on Level 2

The amenity deck is positioned one floor higher than neighboring towers, providing even clearer Diamond Head views from the pool and recreation areas.

Construction Timeline

Ward Village broke ground on The Launiu in October 2025 with construction partner Swinerton. Completion is expected in 2028. Pre-sales are currently open.

Nearby Attractions and Lifestyle

- Ala Moana Beach Park and Kewalo Harbor

- Ala Moana Shopping Center

- Ka La'i o Kukuluaeo Park

- Ward Village shops, restaurants, and entertainment

- Pedestrian and bike paths throughout Ward Village

- Walk Score: 89 (Very Walkable)

- Transit Score: 68 (Good Transit)

Schools: Royal Elementary School, Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School, President William McKinley High School

Why Work With a Buyer's Agent at The Launiu?

Purchasing a luxury new construction condo requires experienced representation. At Kristy and Austin Home Group, we provide free buyer agent services for new construction purchases - our commission is paid by the developer at no cost to you.

What we provide:

- Expert guidance through the entire pre-sale and purchase process

- Detailed analysis of floor plans, pricing, and unit selection

- Comparison across all Ward Village towers and competing developments

- Contract review and negotiation support

- Construction progress updates and timeline management

- Coordination through closing and move-in

IMPORTANT: If you visit the Ward Village Sales Gallery without an agent, you may lose the opportunity to have dedicated buyer representation. Contact us BEFORE your first visit so we can register you and ensure you receive full representation at no cost.

Ward Village Sales Gallery

1240 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814

Phone: (808) 369-9600

Open Daily: 10 AM - 5 PM

Contact Kristy and Austin Home Group today to schedule a private consultation and learn how we can help you secure your dream home at The Launiu Ward Village.