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    Katherine K.

    This review is solely based on the pool and beach access as I did not stay here. Pool is absolutely gorgeous! Unfortunately, it was freezing cold so I couldn't actually enjoy it. The hottub was really beautiful with the waterfall, but there was a kid swimming in it and splashing for over an hour, so I had to wait to enjoy it. Staff should be walking around and making sure everything is in order. They have an abandoned swimup bar, which looks absolutely terrible. To me, it ruined the ambiance of the rest of the pool area. Even if they don't serve alcohol there, it should still be setup for something. Having access to a gold cart going up and down the hill to the beach was such a godsend with our stuff! They were easy to call and arrange both ways. We didn't have to wait very long and the view was beautiful. The beach itself is gorgeous and they have a ton of chairs for their guests to use. Not quite sure I would want to pay their prices to actually stay here (especially with how nitpicky they are based on other reviews), but I was happy for a chance to hangout by the pool for a day.

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    Anastacia S.

    The resort and amenities itself are great, but the room was just ok. I think if the room would have been nicer, we would have liked this place much more. The restaurant on site, bar, and sundries shop (where they actually have great homemade breakfast burritos) are wonderful. The resort is quiet, and is pretty. You can take a leisurely walk down to the beach. Just what you are looking for with a trip to Hanalei Bay.

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    Karen S.

    This was a great place to stay on the north shore. Everyone at the resort is so friendly and helpful. The grounds are kept up beautifully. They have two pools, the largest has beautiful landscaping and waterfalls and can get crowded but the smaller pool was mostly empty and a great place to read undisturbed. There are pickle and tennis courts and we saw lots of people taking lessons. There is a fire pit overlooking the bay. They have a private beach that is shared with one other resort. It's a bit of a walk downhill to the beach but they offer golf cart rides back up, if needed. They rent beach stuff (snorkeling, chairs, boards) down by the beach and there is a bar down there, as well. There is a funky little workout area by the beach with weights and bars. We stayed in a room with a view of Hanalei Bay and the mountains in the background. It was so beautiful it looked fake! Our room was like a hotel room. We had a balcony with a tall table and chairs. My only complaint was that they do not allow microwaves in the rooms. We had a refrigerator but no way to heat up our leftovers. They have two restaurants on property. Both are open in the evening only. The Happy Talk Bar and Restaurant has great views and the food is decent. They also have live music every night. It seemed pricey at first, but then you realize its in line with the rest of the restaurants on the island. Wikipizza is the other restaurant and it is actually priced pretty well and the pizza is good! We ate there once and took it back to our room a second time. I would stay at the Hanalei Bay resort again.

    NOT what you want to receive upon check in! Power outage 9-5 for two consecutive days during our stay!!!  wtf are we paying for

    Upon check in we were told power would be out from 9-5 two consecutive days in a row. No use of fridge, wifi, hot water in the room, or hot tub during this time. WTF are we paying for? How disappointing. Not a way to be welcomed. And no discount or upgrade offered for the inconvenience? Free resort activities dont make up for this

    Jeremy K.

    The ultimate Hawaiian vacation resort in Kauai. It truly fulfills the island feel when staying here. The room sets the vibe & feels Hawaiian. The views looking upon the Na Pali coast line & Hanalei Bay are absolutely breathtakingly beautiful. The pool felt very exotic & the family loved spending long hours poolside. My son especially loved the little hideaway cave behind the waterfall & the man-made beach. The pool is absolutely ginormous too! It has a large section of shallow area & the shape allows you to have privacy. There's a dedicated section that is walled off within the water next to the beach section that is perfect for kids. Nice & shallow. The hot tub is a decent size & we didn't have any overcrowding issues like we've experienced at other resorts. Surprisingly too as this location has dozens of buildings! The grounds are huge & the setting is perfectly Hawaiian. Shuttles to the beach easement & Koi fish feedings for the kids. You'll also experience Pop-up surprises throughout the week that the entire family can enjoy. Our favorite was the shave ice pop-up while sitting poolside. It was free! Although we had one issue arise during our stay while the resort was replacing roofs. The staff was very empathetic & made things right for us after some roofing material started to fall onto our balcony. I also feel obligated to warn anyone staying here that there is a hefty nightly fee that they charge. Even after paying for your booking well in advance. One week's worth of fees can set you back over $600. So set that aside before your stay so you aren't blindsided by it. Other than that, this resort makes for the perfect Hawaiian family vacation! You'll feel like a king staying here.

    View of Hanalei Bay from my lanai at Hanalei Bay Resort.
    Warren N.

    Stayed here in a private airbnb rental. Beautiful resort, excellent service, clean grounds, breathtaking views, private beach, tennis, pools, snorkeling. Be aware of resort fees etc. They were transparent, but they add up. Must stay location on the north side. Beach was a short downhill walk, with golf cart service available to drive you back up if necessary. We just walked it, it was a nice pathway. If I am being honest a lot of the negative reviews are bewildering to me, including people who stayed off premises at random airbnb locations and are complaining they couldn't use the resorts private beach? Why are you leaving a review here? Makes no sense. Also, if you can't find food you like on the resort, try taking your car (has four wheels, goes beep beep) anywhere on the beautiful island of Kauai for amazing eats.

    Brooke B.

    We love this resort! Always a great experience for us! The staff is friendly, the food is great, not to mention the amazing views! They really keep up with the areas all throughout the hotel. The walkway to the beach is well kept (may be a little steep) but it's a great workout! The staff is very helpful when needing things for your room. Check in was a breeze for us! This is by far our favorite resort!

    The gorgeous view of the beach--before we were rudely turned away for not having a wristband
    Erik B.

    We rented an Airbnb nearby with "private beach access." That "private beach access" was a short walk through this hotel's grounds and down a hill, with a beautiful view the whole way. Apparently, the hotel has changed its policy, so everyone needs a hotel wristband to be on their grounds. They told us we needed to leave and walk a long way down the street and down another street for a different entrance. They told us we could drive there, as there was a parking lot. Yeah, a parking lot with seven spots! We couldn't park, so we went back and walked. It was quite a walk, longer and less scenic than what the Airbnb promised. It would have been a lot more convenient to simply cut through the hotel's grounds. We were not planning to use their pool or do anything disruptive, and the fact we were turned away with all our equipment was a real bummer. We spoke with the neighbors at the Airbnb, who are very upset. They have lived there for 20 years and said they are very upset about this change (understandably so).

    Beautiful resort with great views. Staff is either very helpful, or clearly has some animosity towards tourists(which I do fully understand but also... it is a resort). Could definitely use more signage about the reef down at the beach, most people think they are just walking on rocks and aren't aware that they are killing the reef.

    Tony H.

    HB resort is a beautiful location & not far from Hanakapi'ia Falls. Special thank you to Ronya Roch @ the front desk for being such a warm ray of sunshine and so welcoming. The resort is absolutely breathtaking and lush + just a short walk from its pool to the beach. The service was excellent and the view from the balcony was pure nature and birds with mountains in the background. Extremely rural yet close To everything you need (grocery store, bars, restaurants). * my only disappointment was the young lady & the older woman that attend the host stand @ Happy Talk place (HB resort restaurant). They were extremely rude and not at all in alignment with the great hospitality and service @ HB resort. I understand some ppl might not like their job, but the way the treated / spoke to other guests & myself was totally unacceptable. I, however, was too busy being happy & grateful to let their negative energy affect me. All in all, when I go back to Kauai I am returning to Hanalei Bay Resort. What a great visit! Mahalo!

    Gwilym W.

    Our favorite place to stay!! Been doing it for years. Great rooms, kitchens fully stocked with plates, glasses and utensils. Great bathrooms. The pool are and many tennis courts are a plus. The views are amazing!! The heart of all of this, is the staff!!! From room attendants to bell persons to management and the lovely ladies that check you in. You cannot experience Kauai without visiting!!

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    Took a tennis lesson here from Mary. Very instructive, nicely done, surrounded by nice resort grounds.

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    Ask the Community - Hanalei Bay Resort

    What are the pool and hot tub hours? I noticed many reviews claiming that they have short hours but no answer as to what the hours are. I will be Kauai at the end of August through the beginning of September.

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    The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

    The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas

    3.7
    (490 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Great location and amenities. Quite low key atmosphere…read more The pools are great with a nice option for children . It helps keep things organized ands quiet.

    The Princeville villas will surly help capture many memories and beautiful pictures! The serene…read morelandscape and ocean views are priceless. We loved our 2bedroom villa, while we had plenty of space the property itself is small enough that walking anywhere doesn't feel like a chore. Here is where we fall off and don't quite hit the 5 stars. Our villa was super clean. Toilets weren't fully cleaned upon arrival and they definitely didn't do a better job during our stay. The couch and blankets had a few mystery stains that grossed me out. Cocktails and the restaurant are insanely expensive. We are talking 28 dollars for a cocktail. Additionally the staff member Nancy (pool attendant) was rude to me. I wasn't able to locate a dry chair in the sun at 4pm. so I asked an employee for permission to use a chair near the cabana. Permission was granted but she wasn't happy about it. So asked me to move, while I didn't have issue with moving I did find it rather unprofessional of her to yell at me for not reading the sign and while she offered to help me when I asked to a dry chair on the sun she walked away ranting about my lack of awareness. To make matters worse the same employee had a separate issue with my husband in reguarda to pool towels. When I tried to address it with the front they weren't very helpful. All in all we did have a great week there and hope to go back.

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    1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

    1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

    3.8
    (159 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$$

    We had the honor to stay here from May 14th-18th. The moment we walked in we were welcomed with…read morekindness and Excitement from the Valet Staff. Every person we encountered over our stay felt like longtime friends. The Hotel itself is very modern and beautiful. Although the resort itself had everything to offer, when we did leave the staff had taken the time to learn our names and offer wonderful advice on pls to visit. Our time spent at the Bar getting to know Kolo was even more rewarding, He was an amazing host and took care of us above and beyond. We left with an incredible experience and a new Friendship that we will cherish forever! Thank You Kolo and 1 Hotel. We highly recommend staying here on your visit to Kauai.

    Five stars simply do not seem sufficient for our first stay at the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay…read more Luxury properties can offer beautiful rooms, spectacular views, and outstanding amenities. What separates an exceptional hotel from the rest is its people and the culture they create. During our stay, we experienced that culture over and over again. Trent at Reception set the tone from the moment we arrived. Each day he made a point of asking how our stay was going and whether Michele or I needed anything. Those conversations never felt scripted. They felt genuine, personal, and reflective of someone who truly cared that our experience exceeded expectations. One interaction, however, perfectly captured what hospitality is supposed to be. While waiting at the hostess stand at Welina Terrace, I noticed Kevin from the Bell Desk walking by with a luggage cart. He stopped, asked if he would be of assistance, and I mentioned that we had purchased a beautiful bottle of Red Burgundy earlier in the day and were hoping to borrow two Pinot Noir glasses to enjoy it in our room. Less than two minutes later--probably no more than 90 seconds--Kevin arrived at our door carrying two proper Pinot Noir glasses. Even better, Robbie, the bartender, had thoughtfully included two generous pours of wine so we would not have to wait before enjoying the bottle. Kevin smiled and said they were "on the house." Later, I went downstairs to thank Robbie personally. His response was memorable: he said he simply could not, in good conscience, send ordinary glasses to a guest enjoying a fine Burgundy. Folks, this is the kind of story you read about in hospitality books. If you've read my recent reviews of 1 Kitchen and Welina Terrace, you'll notice this wasn't an isolated experience. It's the culture of this property. Every interaction reinforced the same commitment to thoughtful, anticipatory service. Managers Martin and Imelda deserve recognition as well. They are professional, approachable, visible throughout the property, and genuinely invested in both their guests and their team. Leadership like that creates an environment where employees feel empowered to deliver memorable experiences rather than simply complete transactions. This was our first stay at a 1 Hotel, and it certainly won't be our last. The spectacular setting of Hanalei Bay is unforgettable, but it is the people who transformed a beautiful vacation into an extraordinary one. Thank you to Trent, Kevin, Robbie, Martin, Imelda, and everyone else who made our stay so memorable. You have earned loyal guests.

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    5.0
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    1.0 mi

    My husband and I had a great vacation at Paradise At The Plantation. Alanna our host made our stay…read morevery easy from the second I talked to her I knew this would be the perfect spot for us. There are so many wonderful things I loved about this property 1. The Master Bathroom has a soaker tub. His and her vanities and a shower. It also has an extra large walk-in closet. 2. Garage to park in. 3. Large lanai loved eating our meals out there. Great quality barbecue. 4. Pool and gym. We were able to work out each morning. 5. The area had great hiking. 6. Alanna is an amazing host. Her condo is immaculately clean. Aloha. I shall be back.

    Staying here was a top-notch experience! My family came to Kauai to celebrate my dad's full…read morerecovery after a nasty fall from a ladder + major surgery (on his 65th birthday!). Paradise at the Plantation was exactly the right choice for our trip. Alanna (the owner) was helpful, communicative, and extremely detail-oriented. My parents say the bed in the master bedroom is one of the most comfortable they've ever slept in. Loved having morning coffee on the lanai overlooking the pool, and jogging around the resort grounds, including some jogs to Wylie and Sea Lodge beaches (it's a steep climb but worth it!). Paradise at the Plantation was ideally located for exploring the North Shore, Hanalei, and beyond. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if I'm ever lucky enough to get to go back to Kauai!

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    Wyndham Makai Club

    Wyndham Makai Club

    4.9
    (7 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    This place is so tranquil it made my vacation worth the trip. The grounds beautiful to just stroll…read morearound. The staff very happy to see us visiting. My unit was a one bedroom and it was huge. The location was minute's from food, groceries and fun shopping and awesome beach locations.

    We absolutely love our stay. We got a beautiful cottage overlooking the Makai Goof course. It slept…read more6 with 2 bedrooms and a pull out bed. There was a patio for dining and a table inside as well. Full kitchen and laundry. Very useful! I felt like we could move right in. The master was so spacious. The way the bathroom laid out I could have all lights on and my husband could still be asleep in the dark. However, maintenance should do their rounds . There was a bee's nest out side out kitchen window. One landed on my husband in the living area. He did some investigating and found their home. Yikes. The pool are is small but you know what it is never full bc everyone is out about in town. The staff up front is so friendly! They always remembered our room when we came in. My husband golfed at the Makai and they have lender clubs for free. You can also borrow Beach umbrella, bikes and more. They have stamps if you want to mail a post card. NOTE: bring some of your own dry detergent. Everything is expensive on the island. To buy more is $1 of their generic wash. Bring your own cooking spray & seasonings. Glad I did . Their version was $13 . Bring bug spray. I did get bitten. Leave you jeans at home. It's in a great location. Pays to go to the info meeting they gave out prizes. We won a 2 for 1 plane ride tour of Kauai . Enjoying our stay!

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    Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas

    Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas

    3.0
    (259 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    We really enjoyed our stay here. Very nice and in a good location. The grounds are beautiful!…read more The egg hunt on Saturday before Easter was so much fun! The food carts are good and very convenient located on the property right outside of building 5. I would come back. My only complaint is that there are chickens everywhere and they woke me every morning between 3:30 and 5:00. Next time i will bring earplugs!!

    For the price we paid from Hotels.com it was very reasonable for a 2 bedroom condo. Clean, modern,…read morehad mini-split AC. Originally we were told AC is extra $30 per day, but somehow it was included when we checked in. Oddly they only allow 5 devices associated with your room, which is not really feasible in this modern age of tech/gadgets. The staff was able to add 5 more devices free. Our unit had a modern smart water heater, dryer, washer, dishwasher, all appliances were new. The chickens on the island when I had visited always went off around 5AM. At times going off at random times between 3 -5am. Not the resort's fault. But what I do fault them on is poor sound insulation. Example is every room has shuttered windows and a screen. NO Wall there. So its easy for sound to travel right through. I wore ear plugs all through the night and still got woken up by those chickens. Also, people above us on the 2nd floor, you could hear every step they made (not their fault). So. be warned, if you are a light sleeper - good luck. Pools were fine, not warm. The 2 Hot tubs on next to the main lobby were hot and nice. The other on the other pool area wasn't as hot. The grills there worked well. We tried them out for a meal or two. No house keeping, but you may request them to bring extra towels, pool towels, etc. through their text system. Convenient way to communicate with staff.

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    Hanalei Moon Beach Cottage

    Hanalei Moon Beach Cottage

    4.8
    (4 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    This cottage is a perfect vacation rental if you like to feel the unique qualities of the community…read moreyou're visiting. HMBC's openness lets you enjoy the warmth, the wetness, and the beauty of Hanalei Bay in a low-key way that lets you feel like you really live there. Maybe I am reacting to our trip to the Princeville St. Regis hotel for sunset cocktails. That beautiful resort felt like placeless luxury. The views were Hawaiian, but the grand style of the rooms, plentiful central air conditioning, upper-class airs, and property layout were suitable for anywhere from the Caribbean to Mexico to wherever... My preference is to stay where the local touch is celebrated. So..., HMBC is not endlessly elegant, it's a beach cottage. But, it is definitely my type of place! HMBC's front lawn leads directly to a very swimmable, less crowded area of Hanalei Bay. We walked 4 miles roundtrip on the Bay every morning, crossing the two local rivers coming into the sea at different places each day as the sands shifted. We took our first swim of the day on our pre-brekfast treks, and decided that the placement of the cottage was enough to ensure a wonderful vacation. The building is smartly designed with a large picture window in the living room. You can sit on the couch or one of the two reclining chairs, and watch the water, surfers, and swimmers go by. Moreover, the furniture and decorations feel well-designed, thought-out, sturdy and in excellent shape. Nothing is beachy, sticky, or falling apart. Suzanne, the owner, knows how to add touches to the property let us feel even more comfortable and able to relax. The building is well maintained and clean, which is not unique but noteworthy because those basic qualities are not universal in Hanalei! There are also nice, if somewhat common extras like a reasonable selection of pots and pans, microwave, toaster-oven, a charcoal BBQ, wide-screen TVs, full-size new refrigerator, comfortable chairs, washing soap, beach towels, extra towels of all types, and other reassuring amenities. We also liked the lock-box on the porch. That arrangement was new to us, but it let us lock up, swim, and not worry about losing the key on the beach. The books, games, and beach-gazing telescope in the living room were truly above-and-beyond treats. So was assortment of beach toys and mats and chairs that were in excellent shape and felt clean. We even appreciated the unique photographs on the walls and the other artwork that was unique and felt just right. We traveled with friends who rented a cottage across the grass from us. Their place is owned by a different member of the extended family that owns 5 adjacent waterfront units (and more elsewhere in the country). We felt lucky to have chosen HMBC because our owners seemed to understand what boosts a vacation. Our cottage had a gas stove, which I much prefer over the electric one our friends had. Adding gas must be costly, but it let us enjoy cooking more. Plus, there is a washing machine and gas clothes drier at the cottage which was both handy and free ... our friends had to pay several dollars to dry their clothes at an underpowered electric drier. (Come on owners of the other cottages... you're charging $400+ a night and then you make your guests put in quarters to wash and dry their clothes?? I am sure glad HMBC's washing and drying were not nickel and dime annoying extras. I mean, do you want to carry a bag full of quarters from the mainland in case you need to do laundry? Geeze!) Another special at HMBC is its lovely, hot-water plumbed, outdoor shower. We also appreciated that our kitchen was stocked with matches (our friends had none) and lighter fluid (again, they had none). Our friends even had to ask the housekeepers cleaning other cottages for more toilet paper. You're given the owner's telephone number is case of any problems. We had an incident: the clothes drier started smoking with an electrical smell as soon as we turned it on one morning. Suzanne had someone check the problem that afternoon and, when it turned out the motor had burned out, had a new drier installed the next morning. She was very, very responsive, came out herself to make sure we were okay, and ensured that the minor problem was solved. That visit, by the way, is when we discovered how delightful and friendly Suzanne is! Overall, in our opinion HMBC is excellently laid out, well taken care of, and, well..., as good as it gets.

    Fall asleep to the sound of waves crashing out in Hanalei Bay? Walk to town for coffee and…read morebreakfast (or drinks and dinner at night; no need for a designated driver here!)? Views of Bali Hai from your front lawn? If you want the quintessential Hawaii experience, then stay here! The Moon Beach cottage is on the rustic side (think gecko visitors)--but that's part of its charm. Do yourself a favor and use the outside shower as your primary one (it's amazing to look up at Bali Hai as you lather up). The bed is a lot more comfortable than it looks, which is a big plus in my book. One night it got a bit noisy as some kids were partying on the beach--but everyone else we ran into was nice and respectful (and quiet). Sitting in the living room on the rattan furniture with the windows open and watching the surfers and the waves is pure heaven! It's one of the lesser-expensive places in Hanalei, but at $1,950 for the week it might be above some people's price range. But you are right on Weke road (multi-million-dollar real estate)--in walking distance to town and with direct ocean views. Also, the house sits on a big lot. There's even a neighborhood cat and dog who come by from time to time to say hello--just welcoming you to the neighborhood with that ol' Aloha spirit. Skip Poipu. Stay here. (You can thank me later...)

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    Fresh island produce, fish, tropical drinks = intimate romantic dinners for 2!
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    Right in front of Hanalei Moon Beach Cottage.
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