Hanalei Bay Resort - Hotel Reviews from across the web
No title - expert review This condominium resort has a lovely location overlooking Hanalei Bay and Na Pali Coast. Three-story buildings angle down the cliffs, making for some steep walking paths. Units are extremely spacious, with high, sloping ceilings and large private lanai. Rattan furniture and island art add a casual f... fodors.com
No title - expert review This sprawling 22-acre resort has gone through many incarnations. The latest owner, Quintus Resorts, leans heavily toward time-shares. Through it all, though, the HBR (as it's known by locals) has maintained a reliable quality. The resort is built into a steep hillside and offers dense tropical land... gayot.com
No title - expert review The Essence of Royal Hawaii The Hanalei Bay Resort is What Guests Have in Mind WhenThey Think of a Pacific Paradise. The Resort Sits On aSpectacular Site Overlooking WorldFamous Hanalei Bayand Romantic Bali Hai The Mythical Site in the FamousFilm and Play South Pacific and the Real Choice ofAncient ... gotrump.com
No title - expert review The Essance Of Royal Hawaii The Hanalei Bay Resort is what guests have in mind when they think of a Pacific paradise. The resort sits on a spectacular site overlooking world famous Hanalei Bay and romantic Bali Hai, the mythical site in the famous film and play South Pacific and the real choice of a... shdweb.com
No title - expert review Location Located on the beach in the mountains, Hanalei Bay Resort of Princeville, Hawaii, is on Kauais North Shore. The smoke free hotel is less than two and one half miles from Hanalei Valley Lookout and is six miles from Hanalei Bay.Hotel Features. Hanalei Bay Resorts 16 three story stucco buildi... sidestep.com
This place COULD be wonderful - user review I stayed here with my husband and son. We had a large 2 bedroom suite with a fantastic view. The setting is so stunning! The grounds are beautiful. The view from the restaurant is like from heaven. (although the food is lik... epinions.com
opinion declining, but not hopeless... - user review Overall, I believe your experience at Hanalei Bay Resort will vary depending on which room you receive. The setting for the resort is ideal, and it is not a bad 'value' alternative to the snooty Princeville Hotel across the wa... epinions.com
Not Impressed - user review Customer Service is really lacking here. We wrote to the General Manager about all our concerns and never heard from him or the resort. For instance, we paid extra for 3rd floor mountain view but the trees had grown so tall that we couldn't see the mountains. Don't know how they could advertise this... expedia.com
Doors need insulation... - user review Everything was great except that the doors separating rooms need insulation. The walls seem to be insulated with concrete, but the doors leave much sound travel. It would be great if Expedia informs hotel about travelers' commentaries to upgrade door insulation, since Expedia displays the hotel more... expedia.com
Great trip! - user review Gorgeous location, nice amenities,comfortable, well maintained, not luxurious. Traveler's tip on recreational activities.Take a helicopter tour ear... expedia.com
Lovely Princeville Resort - user review Great place to stay on the North Shore. The views of the mountain and beach from the open air lobby and bar are spectacular. The room (King, mountain view) was clean and comfortable, but not luxurious. The open air bar has good quality live music most nights. You will need a car, however, as the res... expedia.com
perfect location for surfers - user review I am an experienced surfer so the location was perfect. There are surfing spots all around the north shore and near the hotel. The hotel it self was adequate. The location was in a lush landscape overlooking the bay very beautiful scenery. However, I would recommend going somewhere else to dine Kapa... expedia.com
Excellent location, customer service needs attention - user review I do not recommend eating in either the Happy Talk or the Bali Hai restaurant at this hotel. We ate there three times and no order was ever delivered correctly (completely wrong items, side dishes missing, cooked to wrong temps... expedia.com
Beautiful grounds, stunning views - user review I would go back in a heartbeat. This was a beautiful place to stay, and it was so hard to leave! The pool and jacuzzi area were really nice, very clean and tropical, with multiple waterfalls. It was extremely quiet and peaceful except for the roosters, which you get used to (and you pretty much can'... expedia.com
We were very disappointed with the Hanalei Bay Resort. - user review Our Mountain view room was like a cave. The bushes and trees blocked most of the view and allowed very little sunlight into the room. The air conditioning did not work. The room smelled. Parking was difficult most of the time with cars double parked in the evening due to lack of space. The shining m... expedia.com
A good choice - user review Overall property was nice and pool/hottub were very nice. Room was clean and a nice size. It is a condo rental not a hotel so housekeeping and linen service were a... expedia.com
lovely property, amenities poor - user review property was gorgeous and well kept and the pool and spa was a favorite. Hotel staff was not very helpful. When we arrived we were given the wrong key, then wong room twice, no mouintain view and rollout bed. The resteraunt closed on mon/tues ATM was broke so we always had to make stops at the marke... expedia.com
Wonderful Hotel! - user review The hotel grounds are absolutely gorgeous!!! The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Although we were notified of the opportunity to hear about a timeshare, it was in no way pushed on us we didn't go. Although we requested a mountain view room, we were delighted to discover it was also an ocea... expedia.com
Not Impressed - user review The only good thing about our stay at this resort was the beatiful view from our room patio which was that of the mountain and the pool area. The carpeting in the room was very dirty with stains. The room had more of a motel feel to it. Room service was NOT included which may have contributed to the... expedia.com
very comfortable, nice view - user review The room I had was clean and comfortable and had a nice view. I needed high speed internet and the internet service at the resort worked reliably. Food was good at the restaurents on site. Its a pleasant 5 mi... expedia.com
great view - user review The room was not that great, the bed was very uneven and uncomfortable. The room had a full kitchen which was very convenient because there was a grocery store nearby. Check in was not until 4 o'clock in the afternoon. There is no maid service but the view from the rooms and the hotel lobby and rest... expedia.com
very beautiful views - user review the sofa in our studio was unconfortable, but the place is very nice, very beautiful views on the beach, the swimming pool is great (well maintained)... i also enjoyed waking up with the rusters, very funny experience! (no sarcasme intended), the service was good too... i would definitely stay there... expedia.com
great place to stay - user review This is the first hotle I stayed in Hawaii, and was very impresive. The location and facilities are great, which left a very fantastic memory to... expedia.com
Wonderful getaway - user review This was a great place to stay. Very beautifully landscaped definitely feels tropical. Plenty to do on site with golf, tennis, beach, etc. Also close to the town of Hanalei for shopping and great restaurants. Overall a ve... expedia.com
Hanalei Bay Resort - user review We loved the location on the island! The staff was very accommodating. The grounds were beautifully maintained. We were not prepared, however, for maid service only once during our one week stay. We ran out of soap and shampoo and had to make the towels last. The bed was rock hard and terribly uncom... expedia.com
Disappointed in Hanalei Bay Resort - user review We spent three nights here. We were totally disappointed in Hanalei Bay Resort. We had read very good reviews but, aside from the spectacular grounds, the Resort needs to be re furbished. It felt like an old hotel. The tile grate in the bathrooms was a dark brown and there were stains on the walls. ... expedia.com
Hope you like roosters - user review We started out in a garden room too close to the bar. The noise from the live bands caused us to upgrade to an ocean view room farther from the lobby. The room & views of Hanalei Bay were beautiful. Saved money by cooking in the studio kitchen. I think there is a lot of room variablity as condos are... expedia.com
Great Place to Stay - user review We stayed for one week in an ocean view one bedroom unit and everything was great. The resort was perfect for our trip, everything we wanted and more. There is some walking required between the units and the parking, but it's no problem. We loved it an... expedia.com
Very Nice! - user review We stayed in a ground level mountain view suite with a spectacular view from the lanai, where we spent a lot of chill time . The fully equipped kitchen was a nice touch, allowing us to do breakfast in house thus saving huge bank on restaurants.The grounds were well maintained and beautifully landsca... expedia.com
Love resort but needs to have some updating. - user review You cannot beat the view there anyplace and the staff are very nice and promptly respond to any problems. They really need to update the rooms. They also have closed the 1st class restaurant there for 2 days a week. It was open daily the last time we were there and hope they go back to that. All sta... expedia.com
Not impressed - user review You can't beat the views from this resort but that's really it's only redeeming quality. The conceirge and front desk employees were very nice but the rest of the staff was pretty rude. The bed was uncomfortable and the bathroom was in bad shape. The only way I'd stay here again is if I was dying to... expedia.com
Breath taking views - user review Your own Hawaiian paradise right off your patio. Private, beatiful, gorgeous pools and landscaping. Comfortable rooms furnished with a stove, microwave, oven, dishes, wine glasses, coffe maker, blender, and a dishwasher, they really made it feel ... expedia.com
Not a Resort, Local Hang-out and Time Share - user review First of all they are going through major renovations, however, they do not inform you except for a passing mention of updating their valet entry. Second, the resort is more of a time share than a resort hotel, certainly not what it used to be before Iniki (hurricane). BBQs by the pool and people wi... fodors.com
Hanalei Bay Resort was paradise - user review I had a wonderful experience at Hanalei Bay Resort and I believe it was because I rented a privately owned unit. After hearing bad remarks about reserving through the resort I rented a 2 bedroom with Bali Hai views and lovely furnishings through a web site. The pool is not dirty like some poster add... fodors.com
No title - user review I went there to get married it really was great. as well as beutiful. the food was great the snorkle was great my wai... fodors.com
Heaven on Earth at Hanalei Bay - user review I've never been to a more beautiful place. The food at the restaurant is delicious, and soft Hawaiian breezes blow as you eat in the outdoor facility. Easy beach access to semi private beach.... fodors.com
Great location, terrible accommodations - user review My husband and I stayed here last summer for our honeymoon and it was a disaster. Dirty bedding and room (we actually asked to be switched to a new room, and the second one was even worse), MANY bugs in the room, able to hear other guests through the walls at all hours, and rude customer service. We... fodors.com
Nice Stay in Paradise - user review Our 1 bedroom condo in Ginger was nicely furnished, fresh, excellent housekeeping. Bathroom a little worn, but acceptable. Nice view to Bali Hai, even on the first floor. I think the rooms vary a lot on the property, so ask. Nice beach is shared with the Princeville Hotel, but a hike downthe hill th... fodors.com
Spectacular view with disappointing service - user review some of the front desk staff are rude, unfriendly and unprofessional (Nalani). Room has ants. However, the ground and view are spectacular! Not worth the money to s... fodors.com
Great views but worn rooms - user review The pool area and restaurant are nice with beautiful views of Hanalei Bay. Resort seems to be geared towards tennis playing, courts are scattered throughout. Bali Hai Restaurant was excellent, service good. Our room was clean but a disappointment, furniture very old, carpet and drapes badly soiled. ... fodors.com
Hanalei Bay Resort Scummy Pools & Hot tub - user review We desperately needed a family getaway and Hanalei Bay Resort is our all time favorite. What lures us to this resort is the pool, hot tub & BBQ area. To our horror, we learned that the pool maintenance was awarded to the lowest bidder and it sure shows in all area. The pool use to be crystal clear a... fodors.com
No title - user review It was slovenly kept, there was trash on the floor of one of our rooms, and the bathroom needed repair. The toilet ran all night, and the shower dripped. While Kauai is paradise, this hotel has the ability to remove that p... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Large rooms at a good price for the location. Good restaurants ... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review Service is slow. Felt like we were treated as second class citizens since we were not time share. Charging $17 a day for a crib is NOT f... mytravelguide.com
No title - user review The stay at Hanalei bay wasn't something I would recommend. For being a hotel that has a deluxe rating, I expected something better. The room itself was just average, getting to the beach was ridiculous. You had to walk down a long road and finally get to the bottom, then you realize another hotel s... mytravelguide.com
island fantasy! - user review The lush tropicals surronding it and the beautiful pool amist the landscaping was fabulous. It was so romantic; I would recommend ... travel.yahoo.com
Pleasant - user review We like the laid back atmosphere. Wonderful pool and great restaurant. The views are just wonderful. Wish we could go back at leas... travel.yahoo.com
Best View on the Island - user review We've been to Kauai several times, and the 2nd time we decided to stay here. Never stayed anywhere else since. There's nothing like the view of Bali Hai while drinking co... travel.yahoo.com
WEDDING OF OUR DREAMS - user review WE WERE THERE FROM SEPT 14-24,2005. WE WERE MARRIED @ THE ANINI BEACH (@10 MINUTES AWAYS FROM THE RESORT)THE RESORT IT'S SELF WAS A DREAM,IT WAS EVERYTHING I WANTED MY TRIP TO... travel.yahoo.com
Oahu Resident - user review DO NOT STAY AT THIS HOTEL!!! What you won't be told when you make your reservation is that you will be charged an additional $35/day if you want room cleaning and an additiona... travel.yahoo.com
Disappointed, but there's hope - user review We own 2 timeshares and this was by far the poorest quality in respect to the rooms. They are outdated, our lamps had cobwebs and dust on them, wallpaper peeling off the walls,... travel.yahoo.com
2 Bedroom is the only way - user review My family loves the resort. We have a two bedroom suite every year for a week. Our last experience was everything and more than we expected. In addition to being beautifully ap... travel.yahoo.com
Beautiful! - user review We travel to Kauai every other year and stay at Hanalei Bay Resort. We really love this resort and enjoy every minute spent on this island. We have always had beautiful accommod... travel.yahoo.com
Horrible Experience! - user review We went to Kauai for a wedding in the North, and this place and Princeville seem to be the only two places you can find accommodations. The resort is a timeshare resort, which mea... travel.yahoo.com
Kuaui Holiday Vacation - user review If your looking for paradise you will find it here. The landscape is everything that you would expect to find in Hawaii. The pools have waterfalls to play in as well as the spa w... travel.yahoo.com
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