Construction is officially underway on Hawaiian Airlines' new premium lounge at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), marking an exciting milestone in the airline's continued investment in Hawaiʻi's travel experience.
Designed by AHL in collaboration with Gensler, the new 13,000-square-foot lounge will be located at the entrance of the mauka concourse in Terminal 1. Construction began with a traditional Hawaiian blessing on October 26, 2026. Scheduled to open in 2028, the space will accommodate approximately 200 guests and offer travelers an elevated airport experience that reflects Hawaiʻi's unique culture, natural beauty, and spirit of hospitality.
The lounge will feature locally inspired food and beverages, a full-service bar, a signature local coffee experience, private workspaces, common areas, and artwork by Hawaiʻi artists including...
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The project is a part of hawaiian Airlines' broader $600 million, five-year investment in airport improvements across the Islands, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing the travel experience for residents and visitors alike.
AHL is proud to partner with Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Gensler, and Nordic PCL Construction to bring this new space to life. As construction moves forward, we look forwrad to seeing a new chapter in Hawaiʻi's airport hospitality take shape.
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