1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

Kauai, Hawaii

Star rating

Adult infinity pool
Two Queen Mountain View
Neigbors Cafe
Ocean View Studio Suite
Ocean View Studio Suite
Ocean View Studio Suite
Rooftop garden
Ocean View King Room
Ocean View King Room
Welina Terrace
Welina Terrace
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
Spa
Mountain View King Room
Welina Terrace
Adult infinity pool
Two Queen Mountain View
Neigbors Cafe
Ocean View Studio Suite
Ocean View Studio Suite
Ocean View Studio Suite
Rooftop garden
Ocean View King Room
Ocean View King Room
Welina Terrace
Welina Terrace
One Bedroom Suite
One Bedroom Suite
Spa
Mountain View King Room
Welina Terrace

The hotel

A Hawaiian haven on Kauai's North Shore, this beautiful hotel is all about wellness, relaxation, and sustainability. With stunning views over Hanalei Bay, this really is an oceanfront sanctuary where you can enjoy as much or as little activity as you like. The beach is right on your doorstep, be it for a relaxing swim or a spot of paddle boarding and kayaking,and the cute town of Hanalei isn't far away to explore. But the highlight of this hotel (in our opinion) is the spa. With natural and organic products, and individualised treatments, you'll be feeling the effects long after your treatment has finished. The adults-only infinity pool is another highlight, with ocean views and a poolside bar, so you can enjoy some peace and quiet with a cocktail in hand. There's two other pools though, with a shallow one that's particularly suitable for the little ones, whilst Seedlings Kids club is a fun, educational space where the little ones can enjoy a host of activities inspiring imagination and discovery. And we haven't even touched on the food. There's a wide range of bars and reataurants that focus on locally sourced food - we're pretty sure you'll never go hungry here. All in all, this hotel is perfect for active families, solo travellers, and newlyweds alike.

Amenities

  • Golf
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing
  • Tennis
  • Yoga
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Internet Access

Where is it

Along Kauai's Napali Coast, overlooking the iconic Hanalei Bay, and a 10-minute drive from the town of Hanalei. Lihue Airport is 29 miles away.

Hotel information

252 rooms and suites in soothing, neutral tones. All with air conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, HDTV with Chromcast, Nespresso machine, mini bar*, Bamford bath products, and a safe.

Mountain View Rooms have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Ocean View Lounge King features a comfy lounge nook that looks out over Hanalei Bay, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Ocean View Rooms with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Panoramic Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Poolside Terrace Rooms features a private terrace that opens out onto the poolside, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Ocean View Terrace Rooms feature a private terrace and additional wellness amenities, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Ocean View Studio Suites are larger in size with a seating area, and also include nightly turndown service and priority seating at the hotel's restaurants and bars, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

Ocean View One Bedroom Suites feature a separate living and dining room, bathroom with separate shower and bath tub, complimentary mini bar (excluding alcoholic beverages), nightly turndown service, and priority seating at the hotel's restaurants and bars, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people.

1 Kitchen (signature restaurant serving sustainably sourced cuisine, open for breakfast and dinner). Welina Terrace (Japanese-inspired lounge offering sunset views, open for dinner and drinks). Neighbors (cafe with sweet and savoury options, and hot and cold drinks, open daily 6.00am-2.00pm). The Sandbox (poolside retreat serving classic Hawaiian beach fare and a range of drinks). Kai Maika'i by 1 Kitchen (located by the adults infinity pool, serving light lunches and drinks). Wai'oli (cocktails, shaved ice, and ice creams with natural toppings). The Juice Bar (energising smoothies and cold-pressed juices). Lobby Farmstand (quick, healthy snacks).

Live nightly music by rotating local artists at Welina Terrace, with additional live music on Monday evenings at The Sandbox. Regular children's/family activities and cultural experiences.

3 outdoor swimming pools, including a shallow pool and an adults-only infinity pool. 3 hot tubs. Poolside cabanas*. Beach cabanas*. 24-hour fitness centre. Outdoor jungle gym. Fitness and yoga classes. Bamford Wellness Spa and Salon*. Paddleboarding* and kayaking*. Snorkelling*, surfing*, and body boarding*. Seedlings kids club (ages 6-12 years). Princeville Makai Golf Course* (preferred tee times and discounted rates). Tennis*. Pickleball*. Disc golf*. Foot golf*. Complimentary bicycle rental. Audi e-tron experience to explore within a 3 mile radius. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Room service*. Valet parking $50 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). Concierge. Goodthings retail/gift shop.

*Denotes local charge

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Aug 14, 2025 scott h

At check in we had a great experience with our check in manager Sudi. He really made a huge effort to make our stay special. Put us in a gorgeous room, and took care of everything we needed from A-Z. We will for sure be coming back. Next level service
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Aug 12, 2025 Wendy S

We live on Kauai and brought our friends from New Zealand to Hanalei 1. The whole experience was breath taking. Anthony, at reception was exceptional. Very friendly, helpful and accommodating. Bobby, the concierge was incredibly helpful when our friends had an issue to resolve in New Zealand. Carrisa, our waitress at 1 Restaurant was gracious,… Read more
We live on Kauai and brought our friends from New Zealand to Hanalei 1. The whole experience was breath taking. Anthony, at reception was exceptional. Very friendly, helpful and accommodating. Bobby, the concierge was incredibly helpful when our friends had an issue to resolve in New Zealand. Carrisa, our waitress at 1 Restaurant was gracious, patient and friendly during our dinner. All the staff throughout the resort were kind, helpful and accommodating. A truly 5+ star experience. Mahalo nui. Read less
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Aug 5, 2025 IPAadventurers Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Lovely location; beautiful views. Service really, really mediocre. We visited during school holidays and it was overrun with loud families with insufficient staff to cater to them. We waited and waited and waited in the “waiting area” on arrival and ultimately had to go and find someone to check us in. We headed to the pool to wait for our… Read more
Lovely location; beautiful views. Service really, really mediocre. We visited during school holidays and it was overrun with loud families with insufficient staff to cater to them. We waited and waited and waited in the “waiting area” on arrival and ultimately had to go and find someone to check us in. We headed to the pool to wait for our room and could not find a pool guy to order drinks from until a “celebrity” couple sat down next to us and suddenly there was someone asking them if they wanted their “usual” while completely ignoring us! For $1,600 a night, I recommend you go to Kona Village Resort on the Big Island. Read less
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Aug 5, 2025 808reviewer

Four Seasons prices; Holiday Inn service. They care more about promoting celebrity and influencer stays than attentive care or service to guests in general. Price was $1,600/night yet they treated us standoffish when we asked for help navigating amenities and were largely unresponsive yet constantly promote their social media. It's disappointing… Read more
Four Seasons prices; Holiday Inn service. They care more about promoting celebrity and influencer stays than attentive care or service to guests in general. Price was $1,600/night yet they treated us standoffish when we asked for help navigating amenities and were largely unresponsive yet constantly promote their social media. It's disappointing that you can't expect to be treated well or pampered at the prices we paid. Please do better 1 Hotel. Read less
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Jul 28, 2025 S S

It was more than a massage! It was a healing on every level. Wanda works with deep intuition, sensing what your body needs. Her touch is skillful, but it’s her ability to see the whole person not just the pain, that makes her work truly transformative. I left feeling lighter, balanced, and deeply cared for. Mahalo Wanda! I will be back.