Mauna ʻAla — Royal Mausoleum
2261 Nuuanu Ave, Honolulu, HI, 96817
About Mauna ʻAla — Royal Mausoleum
Burial place of King Kalakaua, Queen Kapiolani and 16 other Hawaiian royals, with guided tours.
Questions to Ask When You Call
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“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Hawaii
$3,618 – $11,380
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $3,618–$11,380. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
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What Families Say
“COME PAY YOUR DEEP RESPECTS TO THE SOCIALLY CONSCIOUS KINGS AND QUEENS OF HAWAII IN RECOGNITION OF THEIR INSPIRATIONAL, LASTING CONTRIBUTIONS. High up in Nuuanu Valley is sacred land. Here the kings and queens along other members of the royal Hawaiian family and predominate associates are at their final resting place. Most of the royals were deeply committed Christian's, with a ferverent desire to loving serve their Hawaiian people. The Curator of these hallowed grounds asks that all who come respectfully honor the Mana (the spirit) of this sacred space. These benevolent forward-looking royals left remarable legacies, which their peoples enjoy today. They built churches, fostered learning and education by establishng prominent schools. They attended to the health care needs of those under their charge by erecting leading hospitals. They left parks and gardens for all to enjoy. For more details about the direct contributions of the respective monarchs, please visit my various posts. These include: the Queen's Medical Center POB 1 (Queen Emma), the Physicians Building POB 2 (Queen Emma), along with the Cathedral of Saint Andrew (all established by Queen Emma). Kapi'olani Regional Park (Queen Kapi'olani) and Queen Kapi'olani Garden are other entries. Kapi'olani Community College (Queen Kapi'olani) and K.C.C. Farmer's Market are still other contributions. Please also visit my "King Kamehameha State" and "King Kamehameha Celebration" entries. I believe, they will introduce YOU to some of the very popular local traditions.”
— Ken Kroehler
“A big mahalo to curator Doni for giving my son who’s an anthropology major and I a tour around the mausoleum grounds. She was so kind and gracious. She educated us about the history and we are so grateful to her for that. It’s an experience that we will never forget! A big mahalo to you Doni, you forever touched our hearts!”
— Sue Sabalburo
“The ‘mana’ (energy) is believed to come from ‘ivi’ (bones). Indeed! A spiritual site of the tombs of Hawaiian monarchs and their relations. A must visit !”
— take tonbo
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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