Welcome to Melia
1218 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96814
Melia is a proposed front-row luxury development in Ward Village, set to rise on the southern shore of O‘ahu, where the current Ward Centre is located. The address is 1218 Ala Moana Blvd. Positioned alongside its sister tower Ilima, Melia will offer 221exclusive residences across 35 stories, with thoughtfully designed 1-Bed to 4-Bed floor plans.
Named after the plumeria flower—prized in Hawaiian culture for its beauty and use in leis—Melia embodies a deep tradition of warmth and hospitality. Its architectural design draws inspiration from renowned local architects like Bertram Goodhue and Julia Morgan, showcasing articulated facades, stepped massing, and elegantly screened podium levels.
Designed for ultra-luxury living, Melia will feature an L-shaped layout to maximize breathtaking ocean and Diamond Head views. Select residences on the Diamond Head side will boast Juliet Balcony-Style Lanais, further enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Expected to be completed alongside Ilima, Melia will serve as the 13th and 14th towers in Ward Village, harmonizing through similar design elements and characteristics. Together, they will form an iconic presence along Ala Moana Boulevard.
Beyond Melia and Ilima, Mahana Ward Village remains the only other project in the community yet to launch sales.
Widely anticipated to be the second most luxury tower in Ward Village—only surpassed by its neighbor, Ilima—Melia is set to redefine luxury living in Honolulu’s most coveted master-planned community.
Residences & Tower Design
Melia will feature 58 one-bedroom, 104 two-bedroom, 52 three-bedroom, and 7 four-bedroom residences, located between the 7th and 35th floors of the 400-foot-tall tower. Like all other condos in Ward Village, Melia will be set 75 feet back from Ala Moana Boulevard.
- The typical floor will likely consist of nine residences per floor.
- Built-out ceiling heights are expected to be around 9' 6" for most floors.
- The 32nd and 35th floors appear to have an additional 2' 8" of ceiling height, while the 33rd and 34th floors may have approximately 6" more ceiling height.
Designed in an L-shape, the tower will be strategically positioned to optimize ocean and Diamond Head views for as many residences as possible. It will be serviced by three residential elevators and one service elevator for convenience and efficiency.
Architect: Robert A M Stearn Architects (RAMSA) in collaboration with AHL Design.
Designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects (RAMSA), Melia marks the firm’s first and only project in Honolulu. RAMSA is celebrated for creating some of the most iconic residential buildings in New York City, including 15 Central Park West on the Upper West Side and 30 Park Place in Tribeca. Completed in 2016, 30 Park Place stands 926 feet tall land is home to The Four Seasons Hotel and The Four Seasons Private Residences.
Interior Design: Champalimaud Design.
The interior design of Melia will be curated by Champalimaud Design, a globally recognized studio known for creating refined, luxurious interiors in prestigious residential and hospitality projects worldwide.
Landscape Architect: Vita, Inc.
The landscape architecture will be led by Vita, Inc., a firm renowned for designing lush, immersive outdoor spaces that seamlessly blend with the natural surroundings while enhancing the overall living experience.Their signature projects in Honolulu includes Victoria Place in Ward Village and Park Lane.
Amenities
Melia’s amenity deck will be located on the 6th floor, overlooking Ilima’s 5th-floor deck. It will feature approximately 41,800 ft² of outdoor space and 15,100 ft² of indoor space, offering an expansive selection of resort-style amenities. While full details have yet to be confirmed, plans suggest a lap pool, resort pool, hot tub, fitness room, locker rooms, spa, multipurpose rooms, lounge, and BBQ cabanas. Additionally, four guest suites will be available on the 6th floor, providing added convenience for residents and their guests.
The presentation for Melia and Ilima is likely to begin in March or April 2025. Sales could possibly commence in fall of 2025. Estimated completion by 2030.
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