All airports in Hawaii are indoor outdoor like that! If you have some time before the flight out, spend some time in the culture gardens inside the terminal. Such a serene place to spend some time. The kind of place I'd go to meditate even if i wasn't flying out
In some ways yes, they are below the standard of many premium economy's, but in a few ways, the amenity kit, snack offering and lounge access (for Max passengers) they are on par with some business classes...