views, aesthetics, ambiance, all of that is amazing. you're paying for the views…read more got to stop by the bar and the bartenders were so nice! Bill was great. infinity pool & jacuzzi with amazing views. a couple of day beds, first come first serve.

Had a really good overall experience here…read more View/location is obviously spectacular. Room: Ocean view studio suite is nothing short of incredible. High floor with a perfect view of the bay. Open layout with a large bathroom and huge walk in closet area. Service: Was overall really impressed . Wife had an allergic reaction to something one evening. We called the front desk who unlocked the on site shop to get her allergy medication after the shop had closed for the night. All of our servers at the restaurants were very friendly, pleasant, and warm. Housekeeping was slow and did not make up our room during the few hours we were out from morning to early afternoon, but we called the service team and it was made by the time we got back from dinner. Fitness center was spacious and had plenty of equipment/machines - never felt crowded despite being busy. Restaurant food: The breakfast buffet and dinner meal we had were very good. The buffet in particular was great - so many dishes, omelet station, delicious Hawaiian coffee, etc. Main complaint is that the hotel felt quite packed (including the pool and beach area). We went during peak season so I guess this is to be expected. Tough to avoid though given this will always be a popular destination for non hotel guests as well. It's expensive for what it is, especially compared to international resort destinations at the same price level (a function of proximity to CA I guess) but overall was a worthwhile stay. 5 stars for the views and service t(hat went above and beyond).

This place is paradise at an unbelievable price. Beautifully furnished in Hawaiian decor and books!…read more. A tv with a choice of stations & DVDs (We chose South Pacific, filmed nearby, & My Big Fat Greek Wedding). It's more than a beautiful & comfortable bed; there's a good size indoor sitting area and private outdoor lanai where you can eat breakfast! THE CROWNING TOUCH: the room & lanai overlook a luscious roaring waterfall flowing in the Kilauea River, ensconced in a ravine of gorgeous tropical foliage. The river serves as beautiful white noise to block any noise (like morning roosters) but this is a very quiet place anyway. You can't get that guarantee at a hotel. ~ She leaves your beautiful breakfast outside your door in the morning. You eat alone in your room or the lanai in your PJs (if you like). There are no guests/strangers to meet. ~ The room has a ceiling fan & 2 personal fans for those rare 2 minutes when it's hot) 2 of the 4 walls open to the outdoors via half screened sliding windows and sliding glass doors. Breezes & beauty-no bugs. The bathroom also has louvered Hawaiian windows which look out on a beautiful private garden. ~ She provided delicious LION Hawaiian ground coffee for your in-room coffee maker,& fridge,microwave, picnic cooler, beach towels... TIPS: You may want to bring shampoo,conditioner,shower cap & to go coffee cup&lid (all from your last hotel ) MAHALO & enjoy!

I highly recommend this B&B. The view from the lanai is incredible, and my wife and I loved having…read moreNicki's generous breakfasts out there every morning. There are windows on three sides so the trade winds move well through the room. Although you don't get a private entrance, the room felt very private.

Hurricane Lowell and Marriott Corporate almost cancelled our 12 days here--over 7 hours on the…read morephone with for, them trying to get us to cancel our reservation post Hurricane...so when they cancelled us, I called the resort itself and our reservation was still active, and the resort reopening 3 days prior to our scheduled arrival, so yay!! That said, we were one of 10-15 occupied rooms when we arrived, with more staff than vacationers, but the staff was EXCELLENT and so happy to be back at work. EVERYONE was awesome, from front desk ( Rita), concierge ( Tiffany, Holly, Boon), back room (!/ ownership?) Nolani, Nancy, Michele), to Nanea ( Cass, Shiama, Chris etc), and finally activities ( the BEST Veronica, Dawn, Mina and Micah) who put up with our long talks, bingo- bracelet making- canvas bag making- Kikui lei making etc)... and truly showed the spirit of aloha. That said, evidence of extensive tree damage but with ongoing clean up and never safety issues. Still beautiful bit with maybe a bit less moa ( chickens)..boo!! But plenty of nene.. Beautiful pools and grounds too. Absolutely cannot wait to return next year!!

I wanted to check out our old stomping ground. I used to own the Princeville Westin, transferred it…read moreto Maui. We haven't been here since 2012 so it has been a while. They have valet parking and parking for guest staying here. It's even great that they have a parking lot just outside the front entrance for the public access to the beach. So I was able to park and walk into the facility without paying anything. They have updated their facility and remodeled a lot of the units. The lobby area was nice and downstairs. I remember from before that all of the food and restaurants are downstairs. The pool area was really clean and that they also had redone some of that surfacing. It wasn't too crowded, which was nice and we walked around all of the different building areas. They have added a lot more units and it was very big compared to long ago. There wasn't any beach access like before I think you had to go around to the other area to enter that area to access the beach. Facility is clean and very nice. It was so much fun to reminisce and go back to the old complex.

Was there all last week & the resort was gorgeous! Favorite place to stay ever! Everything was…read moreperfect! We loved Happy Talk Restaurant overlooking the pool & all the tropical vegetation. The grounds are breathtaking including the pool & spa. We had a full kitchen & bought groceries for breakfast & lunch when we left the airport. We had a beautiful view from our condo! The resort is exceptionally quiet & peaceful even though there's a lot of people there. We loved it! Didn't have any problems! Can't wait to go back!

Disappointing Experience at Hanalei Bay Resort - Misleading Relocation, Poor Communication, and…read moreUnacceptable Customer Service We had been looking forward to our stay at Hanalei Bay Resort in Kauai, having specifically chosen this property for its beautiful location, direct beach access, lagoon-style pool, and unique resort amenities. Unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing, not because of an unexpected power outage, but because of how the situation was handled by management. Upon arriving for check-in on October 21, 2026, we were informed that the property was experiencing a power outage and were directed to alternative accommodations at another location. What was not clearly communicated was that we were being relocated to an entirely separate resort offering a significantly different experience, amenities, and level of convenience. We were never presented with alternative options, informed that we could potentially request a refund, or told that checking into the replacement accommodations would supposedly eliminate our eligibility for reimbursement. Most importantly, the alternative accommodations did not offer several of the amenities that were the primary reasons we booked Hanalei Bay Resort, including direct beach access, the lagoon-style pool, and convenient golf cart transportation. These were not minor differences. They were the very reasons we chose Hanalei Bay Resort over other properties on the island. After realizing the significant differences between what we had booked and what we were provided, we contacted management to express our concerns. We were subsequently told that because we had already checked into the alternative accommodations, we were no longer eligible for a refund. This is where our disappointment turned into frustration. We had agreed to a non-refundable reservation at Hanalei Bay Resort, not an undisclosed substitution at a materially different property. Had we been given accurate information and a clear explanation of our options, we would never have accepted the relocation. At no point during the initial check-in process were we clearly informed that accepting the alternative accommodations would mean forfeiting our ability to request a refund. We were simply directed elsewhere, under the impression that the arrangements were part of the resort's efforts to accommodate its guests. Ultimately, the situation became so disappointing that we made the decision to check out a day early and secure accommodations elsewhere at our own expense. This was certainly not how we envisioned spending our vacation. After the unexpected relocation, lack of transparency, and unsuccessful attempts to resolve our concerns, we felt that making our own arrangements was the only reasonable way to enjoy what remained of our time in Kauai. As a result, we incurred additional lodging expenses, lost valuable vacation time, and spent more money simply to secure the experience and accommodations we had originally planned for. Having to check out early, find another place to stay, and relocate ourselves during a vacation was an unnecessary inconvenience that could have been avoided with clearer communication, reasonable alternatives, and a willingness to address our concerns. What makes this situation particularly frustrating is that we were left covering the additional costs of a problem we did not create, while still being denied a refund for the accommodations we originally booked but never received. We completely understand that unforeseen circumstances, including power outages, are sometimes beyond a resort's control. However, transparent communication, informed guest consent, and reasonable customer service should never be optional. Our biggest concern is not that Hanalei Bay Resort experienced an outage. It is that we were relocated without being fully informed of what we were accepting, were not offered meaningful alternatives, and were then denied a refund based on a decision we were never given the opportunity to make knowingly. Ultimately, we had to spend additional time and money to resolve the situation ourselves. When guests spend their hard-earned money planning a vacation, they deserve the accommodations and experience they booked--or, at the very least, honest communication and a fair opportunity to choose an alternative. Unfortunately, that was not our experience. What should have been a relaxing and memorable vacation instead became a frustrating situation involving unexpected changes, poor communication, additional financial expenses, lost vacation time, and a lack of accountability. We hope Hanalei Bay Resort management takes this feedback seriously, addresses our refund request, and improves how displaced guests are treated moving forward.

Fantastic. If only I…read morecould give more than 5 stars, because this rental home is off-the-chart awesome. The house is about 3/4 miles down a one lane dirt road. You're in the country here, far removed from hotel/motel tourist-type locations. The house itself is comfortable and inviting. There's a really nice kitchen that is the center of the main dining/family room. It's set up perfectly for relaxing with family or friends. From the lanai you have a view of the verdant hills while hearing the waves crashing at nearby Moloa'a bay. There are two kayaks at the house that you paddle downstream a few hundred yards to the beach. The beach at Moloa'a bay is great. We were there during some big waves, but still could swim there without fear of getting smashed to pieces. During the summer, it's apparently as calm as a swimming pool with good snorkeling. The backyard at Jade Lily is a magical spot, with a giant shade tree and the stream rolling by. There's a big gas grill that we gave a serious work out. The nightly cost for Jade Lily was a screaming deal. Dealing with the very friendly owners was a breeze. Without question, next time I'm in Kauai, I'm going to stay at Jade Lily.

Just left my birthday celebration spent at a rented condo on this property. We rented through VRBO…read moreand the process was smooth as silk. These are all individually owned and our unit was super clean, up to date and comfortable. The property sits on the cliff over Hide Away Beach and next to Hide Away Pizza Pub. They have one or two pools but just spent our time in the ocean. There is a private, paved path that leads to the beach and the snorkeling is excellent here. Very rocky beach but very swimmable. Stunning sunset views from the beach and cliffs. This is 60......

Fabulous location on the water with stellar sunset views #207 is remodeled and beautifully done…read more What an incredible spot!

My girlfriend and I were looking to go to Hawaii but did not want the whole touristy thing. We…read morewanted to go somewhere where we can fit in with the locals and not be overwhelmed with tourists. Fortunately, I had an old co worker who told me years ago that he stayed at this time share in Kaui. I contacted him about the information and several months later, we made it to the timeshare! Our unit was more than spacious for two people and had all basic utilities.The views of Bali Hai and Hanalei Bay were just outside our windows!!! We scored with the location just outside of town with a short drive to the town center where we enjoyed several food options. We decided to act all touristy for a few days and explored some of the other hotels nearby which was nice to see and what the offered. If you want that small town vibe where you fit in with the locals and have a wonderful spacious time share, this is your place.

Stayed at Hale Honu/KauaiDreamin last August 2012 and we are still gushing about our vacation in…read moreKauai! The unit was clean with unique island decor and is located within walking distance to a grocery store and strip mall. It is also a short drive to Hanalei Town Center where you will find a lot of dining choices from fast food to sit down restaurants. While you are there check out Tahiti Nui Bar, their pizzas are great and the live band entertainment is a blast. We travelled with our teenage boys and there are so many fun activites to do like kayaking, paddle boarding and ziplining to name a few. I highly recommend staying at KauaiDreamin. It is a perfect place for couples and families as well. It had all the amenities we needed. All in all, it's a great vacation rental!

If you want the perfect stay in Kauai, come here! Went with family, and honestly you can just do so…read moremuch at this hotel and surrounding areas. You have multiple pools, multiple hot tubs, pickleball courts, recreation rooms(loaded with interesting books,puzzles,games). There are food trucks a 5 min walk away too. The condos were so spacious and clean, we had a wonderful view of the ocean from our balcony. Condos come with beach chairs you can use when out and about exploring the island. Alanne was incredibly helpful. She is so sweet, and let us know the great beaches and great food places to visit while we were there. Very well maintained and overall so pleased with our stay, would recommend to anyone!

Not overjoyed with our stay here. 1. The lack of a/c…read morecombined with 90% humidity meant that everything felt wet all the time. Our damp laundry or shoes wouldn't dry. The carpet felt damp. The bathrooms smelled moldy. So damp. 2. Master shower would not heat up at all. Sink would get hot. Guest bathroom would get hot. Not the master shower no matter how it was adjusted or how long it ran. 3. Wasn't dirty but also wasn't the most clean. 4. Super dated. And not in a darling, historic way. The ceiling fan blades were yellow and droopy. No pull chains to adjust. Carpet in the master. Showers felt really dated. It felt safe and we appreciated the ability to do laundry, dishes, etc. Didn't use the pool but it was cute. Probably wouldn't stay here again.

We stay in another nearby unit. Very nice location to engoy Kauai without paying much higher…read moreprices at others. Great kitchens to make meals with large dinning area. STAIRS..to upper level, one step in lower level. Always check about stairs at any unit here in Kauai!!! NO AC - Another item to ask about. Tradewins here make these condos much cooler than many. The pool is small but nice and hardly used. Parking much better than many condos. Right out the front door of Westin Hotel and their ocean views. While here enjoy the 5 star St Regis hotel...valet park for free with just a tip. We drove a short ways to enjoy Hanalai Beach most times. Foodland a bit higher than Costco but local and friendly. Aloha!

My mother and I rented this unit for a week while I did field work in Kauai. The unit is located in…read morea quiet area of Princeville and is within a quick walk to a stunning beach. The accommodations were great with very nice beds and bedding, nice kitchen appliances and Satellite TV and Wifi. Since this was a work trip for me, I found the amenities very useful as well as the ample space. We made use of the local grocery stores and cooked-in most nights and the kitchen was very well stocked. I also very much appreciate the prompt response from Blair Pruitt. He was able to fit us in and we couldn't beat the price anywhere. Thanks again for a wonderful stay and I will be recommending the condo to future Kauai travelers. Mahalo