There Was a Hawaiian Tiki Resort in Holly? — Learn About ‘Hawaiian Gardens Tiki Resort’ [VIDEO]
I had no idea there was quite the tiki resort in Holly back in the day. I’m willing to bet you didn’t either. Lets get out our grass skirts and coconut bras to relive the Hawaiian Gardens Tiki Resort in Holly. According to Critiki , the Hawaiian Gardens Tiki Resort was located on Grange Hall road on the shores of Oahu Lake in Holly and was the place to be. Built in the late 50s, early 60s, this place was decorated with imagery from Hawaii and Polynesian culture: Aside from hotel rooms, the complex had several restaurants and lounges. The Huki Lau Restaurant “tried to capture the true effect of Polynesia,” per the restaurant’s menu. The Polynesian Longhouse had full table service and advertised “individually cooked” meals. The Kahili Room served buffet-style food inside the geodesic dome and was available for private rentals. Waitoma Grotto Lounge had rock walls, and “glow worms” in the ceiling, inspired by a visit to an actual glow worm infested grotto cave in New Zeal...