Hanalei Colony Resort

We were very pleased with the location. We discovered the resort some years back when we ate at the restaurant. It reminds you of what much of Hawai’i must have been like 50 years ago. The accommodations ar dated but that is part of the charm. Views and amenities were...

We were very pleased with the location. We discovered the resort some years back when we ate at the restaurant. It reminds you of what much of Hawai’i must have been like 50 years ago. The accommodations ar dated but that is part of the charm. Views and amenities were spectacular.

We spent 5 wonderful days at the "HCR". This is not the Four Seasons, but that's why we loved it. The Kauai Northshore is quiet and off the beaten path and the town of Hanalei is a treasure. The HCR is a bunch of condos that apparently have some decor...

We spent 5 wonderful days at the "HCR". This is not the Four Seasons, but that's why we loved it. The Kauai Northshore is quiet and off the beaten path and the town of Hanalei is a treasure. The HCR is a bunch of condos that apparently have some decor variety depending on their actual owners, but they mostly appeared pretty similar. The staff are very helpful. HCR famously has no TVs or AC, but they do have WiFi so you can stream entertainment and stay connected to the world if you want. Windows and fans keep you comfortable without AC. Our room was quite spacious and looked out on the pool area and (indirectly) to the ocean. I think all rooms have patios or balconies. The free resort shuttle bus is great to get to the beaches, parks, or back to Hanalei. If you plan to visit Ke'e Beach/Park be sure to check with the wonderful people at the front desk a month before you arrive to sort out all the park/beach reservation details. None of the other beaches require reservations or entry fees.

This gorgeous beach-side resort has everything you need for an outstanding vacation. We stayed for eight days in early June (2024), and the weather was great. We would absolutely come back next summer. It’s not a “resort” in the sense of a traditional hotel (like in nearby Princeville). We rented...

This gorgeous beach-side resort has everything you need for an outstanding vacation. We stayed for eight days in early June (2024), and the weather was great. We would absolutely come back next summer. It’s not a “resort” in the sense of a traditional hotel (like in nearby Princeville). We rented this sport via AirBNB (through Kauai Kahuna). And you really will not get the day-to-day house-cleaning that some visitors would expect, but those are not necessary. Reading through some of the reviews on Trip Advisor, it appears some guests were very disappointed with some of the “housekeeping” accommodations, but we loved not having to worry about any hotel employees traversing into our space. It’s essentially a vacation rental, not a “hotel” or true resort. These are built like modest condo units (in two-story buildings) and they’re right on the water, where you are just west of Hanalei Bay, an ideal spot if you want to get away from crowds. You can very easily navigate along the island at your own pace. This resort had a shuttle, only available to those renting through the resort (not through the AirBNB), but we rented a car from the Lihue Airport. This place is very easy to walk to various beaches (15 min. walk to Tunnels Beach, and a 10-minute drive to Hanalei Bay). Renting a car was a very wise decision on our part. The local beach setting here is just fantastic. Please note, this beach just outside of the resort isn’t terribly swimmable. But the very-nearby-beaches are quite gorgeous and swimmable. About the resort's accommodations – great pool & jacuzzi, BBQ station, on-site coffee shop & art gallery and a day spa. There is one restaurant directly on site, named the Opakapaka Grill & Bar (but better dining options are in Hanalei Bay). Parking at this resort was easy. They do have an office with business hours, and they were very friendly/helpful. There are employees on-site who can assist with regular items you'd need, but most guests are fairly self-sufficient. Our one-bedroom upstairs unit had a nice balcony with an ocean view, a furnished kitchen, one room with a good-sized closet and a desk, and another living room with a small TV and a sofa (and four-seat dining room table). Good tip – stock up on food at the Princeville Foodland (grocery store). It’s a 15-minute drive, and Foodland has everything you’d see in a market on the mainland U.S. We brought in a bunch of groceries (fridge/freezer was great) and cooked our breakfasts and lunches there. Hanalei Bay has some really good dinner options if you want to go out. The bathroom was clean. The resort provides towels (both for bathroom and to take to the beach), as you would see in any traditional hotel. The bed was very comfortable. This unit does not have air conditioning, but really, it’s not needed. They have windows that help with air-flow and three ceiling fans through the unit (easy to operate, helps to cool down rooms if temps get up into the 80s). This was a beautiful place to stay for a week-long trip to the northern shore of Kauai. We highly recommend staying here and we’ll likely book this location again. It’s everything you’re looking for if you’re an adult who just wants to get away from the crowds of a more touristy location.

Hanalei Colony Resort is a true gem! Amazing staff, stunning location, excellent accommodations. We slept to the sounds of the ocean and rain north of Hanalei. It was nice to be a little bit away from the business of Hanalei and Princeville, yet surrounded by the lush beauty of northern...

Hanalei Colony Resort is a true gem! Amazing staff, stunning location, excellent accommodations. We slept to the sounds of the ocean and rain north of Hanalei. It was nice to be a little bit away from the business of Hanalei and Princeville, yet surrounded by the lush beauty of northern Kauai. Hanalei's restaurants and shops are only a 15 minute drive south of the resort. We could see the lights of Hanalei Bay from our lanai each night. Stunning sunrises! Our unit had everything we could ask for, including a gorgeous view of the ocean from our lanai and main living area. Trade winds and ceiling fans kept the unit comfortable. Very pretty and quiet pool. Staff was gracious and welcoming, including a gift for my birthday and our 10th anniversary. Look forward to coming back soon. This was truly the most relaxing vacation we have ever experienced.

Lovely, quiet, and clean. We had recommendations to stay in Princeville or town of Hanalei but so very happy we stumbled across HCR. We loved being away from the crowds and it was easy to drive into town or take the HCR shuttle. The peace and quiet, beautiful sunrises, perfectly...

Lovely, quiet, and clean. We had recommendations to stay in Princeville or town of Hanalei but so very happy we stumbled across HCR. We loved being away from the crowds and it was easy to drive into town or take the HCR shuttle. The peace and quiet, beautiful sunrises, perfectly maintained grounds to do yoga, and a relaxing pool made for a perfect stay. The suites are modest but very clean and spacious. The road to HCR is winding with no shoulder so the only thing I have up was a morning run but traded that in for a beach walk to Tunnels Beach. The staff was very warm and helpful. I would definitely come back.

In May, my husband and I took a 15 day, 4 island Hawaiian vacation. Kauai and Hanalei Colony Resort ranked as our favorites. The resort is located right on the northern shore of Kauai and the views are incredible! Scrimp somewhere else and upgrade to the Premium Ocean Front! We...

In May, my husband and I took a 15 day, 4 island Hawaiian vacation. Kauai and Hanalei Colony Resort ranked as our favorites. The resort is located right on the northern shore of Kauai and the views are incredible! Scrimp somewhere else and upgrade to the Premium Ocean Front! We were in G building and had the most spectacular views. Some reviewers complained there was no air conditioning--we were there at the end of May and we were quite comfortable with opening the windows and enjoying the ocean breezes. While the units are older, they were meticulously maintained and super clean. Views and cleanliness are always at the top of my list and I can't say enough positives things about this resort. Jean was incredibly helpful in helping me book our stay. My husband has celiac disease, so we always appreciate a kitchen. I would recommend either the chain supermarket in Hanalei, or even more, Hanalei Market for specialty items. For us, having a kitchen minimized trying to find celiac friendly places to eat. We stayed in five hotels on our trip, and this is THE PLACE I would return to for another visit. I wish we had allowed more time here and on Kauai! We did not eat in the restaurant, but I enjoyed the coffee at the cafe in the mornings. We did not use the pool, although it looked lovely. We did use the laundry facilities which we very much appreciated as we set off on the next part of our journey. Overall, this place was just fantastic! Highly Recommend!!!

We stayed at the Hanalei Colony Resort and loved every minute of it. We loved how perfect my placed on the North Shore it is, surrounded by picturesque views pretty much anywhere you look. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, especially Lei who checked us in. She’s amazing. Really...

We stayed at the Hanalei Colony Resort and loved every minute of it. We loved how perfect my placed on the North Shore it is, surrounded by picturesque views pretty much anywhere you look. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, especially Lei who checked us in. She’s amazing. Really loved our trip and plan on going back.