Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa sits at Ko Olina on Oahu's west, or leeward, coast, beside the Ko Olina lagoons. It is a resort designed with Hawaiian culture and storytelling in mind, and it is a popular choice for couples who want a beachfront wedding that also works well for family and guests of all ages.
Why couples choose it
Ko Olina is on the dry, sunny side of Oahu, and the lagoons are sheltered, so the water stays calm. With lodging, dining and the ceremony location all in one place, it is an easy setting for guests who are traveling in for the weekend. If you are comparing Ko Olina resorts, see our Four Seasons Resort Oahu guide as well.
Light and timing for your wedding film
Ko Olina faces west, so the sun sets over the open ocean. Sunset in Hawaii falls roughly between 5:45 and 7:15 PM depending on the season, and we build your timeline backward from that time so your portraits happen in golden hour light. Our golden hour guide explains how we plan it, and our Ko Olina vs. Kualoa Ranch comparison helps if you are still choosing between venues.
What to confirm before you book
Every resort sets its own rules for ceremony spaces, timing and outside vendors. Ask the resort's wedding team what they require from a videographer, and tell us your date and ceremony location so we can confirm availability.
Watch a wedding film shot at Aulani
Here is a wedding film we shot at Aulani, so you can see the setting and the light on camera.
A Aulani wedding film by Pure Media Hawaii.
Pure Media Hawaii has photographed and filmed more than 1,000 Hawaii weddings since 2011, with photo and video from one team. See our films on our Hawaii wedding videographer page, or check your date.
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