37 Abandoned Resorts From a Bygone Era You Can Still Visit

17. Coco Palms Resort: Paradise Lost to the Storm

Immortalized in Elvis Presley's film "Blue Hawaii," the Coco Palms Resort on Kauai, Hawaii, was the epitome of Polynesian glamour. Opened in 1953 amidst a historic coconut grove, it hosted Hollywood stars and discerning travelers. But in 1992, Hurricane Iniki devastated the property, forcing its closure. Decades of decay, legal battles, and stalled redevelopment plans have followed, leaving the iconic bungalows and lagoons overgrown and dilapidated. Exploring its grounds (often restricted) reveals the fragile nature of paradise and the enduring legacy of a legendary island retreat reclaimed by the jungle.