30 Hawaii Military Guide • Summer-Fall 2026 ARRIVAL Community centers are gathering places for friends and neighbors, with 24-hour fitness facilities, spacious multipurpose rooms with complete kitchens for get-togethers and theaters for movie nights. Property management teams based at community centers offer residents convenient access to property services and resources. Enjoy complimentary lawn services for front and side yards, maintenance support seven days a week and a utility allowance. Call (877) 487-4323. Also see this section’s “Family Housing Offices” side bar for websites, and more details on North and South Regional Leasing Offices. OFF-BASE HOUSING Considering off-base housing? Rent and utility expenses will vary depending on your living standards, preferred location and number of dependents. You might encounter residences exceeding your monthly BAH, but there are also pleasant, albeit smaller, apartments available for hundreds less than your BAH. It’s crucial to ensure your lease is military-friendly, including a clause that safeguards you from consequences if you’re required to break it due to PCS orders. Hawaii’s housing costs may initially cause sticker shock compared to other places in the U.S. However, Active Duty military members stationed here receive a significant Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), often sufficient to cover rent or mortgage payments. BAH amounts vary by rank and dependents, and service members typically receive a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). Opting for offbase living offers a different perspective on Hawaii life while retaining the perks of base access. RENTING A HOME Many military members decide to rent off base instead of–or before–committing to buying a home in Hawaii. The TLA Lodging Options • Ala Moana Hotel • Aqua Hotels • Doubletree by Hilton Alana • Harbor Shores Apartment Hotel • Hale Koa Hotel • Holiday Inn Express Waikiki • Hotel La Croix • Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach • Navy Lodge • Ohia Waikiki • Pacific Monarch • Paradise Bay Resort • Queen Kapiolani Hotel • Surfjack Hotel and Swim Club • Waikiki Malia • Wayfinder Waikiki • White Sands
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