Coco Palms Revival Faces Cultural Pushback | Honolulu News

Elvis’ “Blue Hawaii” getaway is getting a $431M makeover — Reef Capital Partners is rebuilding the historic Coco Palms Resort on Kauai with a 351-room Kimpton hotel, pools, spa, and cultural center, set to open in 2028. While the $539M project promises 1,000 construction jobs and 350 permanent roles, critics decry disturbing sacred Native Hawaiian burial grounds and Kauai’s last queen’s legacy. Despite opposition, permits are secured, and developers vow to honor local culture — after decades of failed rebuilds, this could be the resort’s triumphant return. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2dd32edea0af0203