Hanalei Bay Resort, Kauai

Hanalei Bay Resort is located on 22 beautifully manicured acres overlooking Hanalei Bay and Kauai's majestic north shore mountains. The resort is actually located on a bluff in Princeville, not in the town of Hanalei (a 10 minute drive away). The resort features 2 swimming pools, one with a small waterfall and swim-up bar, a hot tub, and 8 tennis courts with a pro shop (Hanalei Bay Resort's tennis facilities are arguably the best on Kauai). Puu Poa beach, a pretty beach with snorkeling, is located just below the resort. A complimentary golf cart shuttle taxis people who don't want to walk down the steep path to the beach. As can be seen in the aerial photos, the resort is tucked away in a quiet residential area of Princeville. The third photo shows building numbers.

    Hanalei Bay Resort Quick Facts:


  • Address: 5380 Honoiki Rd,Princeville, HI 96722
  • Property Size: ~19.0 acres (134 units)
  • Reviews: 4.69 / 5.0 (from 2392 reviews)
  • Average Price: $509/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Hanalei Bay Resort Vacation Rentals

Hanalei Bay Resort Average Rates


As of November 2025, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Hanalei Bay Resort is $509. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $787, and 3 bedroom units average $1458. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Hanalei Bay Resort Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

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What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Hanalei Bay Resort wins guests over with its setting: sweeping, unforgettable views of Hanalei Bay, Bali Hai, waterfalls and rainbows, plus lush, meticulously kept grounds. Travelers love the lagoon‑style pool and hot tub, tennis/pickleball courts, and the easy (downhill) paved path to the beach shared with 1 Hotel; most call for a quick golf‑cart ride back up. On‑site dining is convenient—Happy Talk Lounge (3 pm–9 pm, often with live music) and a take‑out pizza spot get frequent shout‑outs—and the resort’s location near Hanalei town makes exploring the North Shore simple.

Units are individually owned, so interiors and amenities vary. Many reviews note very clean, comfortable spaces (often with beach gear), some with full kitchens and/or in‑unit laundry; studios typically offer a mini‑fridge, coffee maker and sometimes a microwave rather than a full kitchen, and dishwashing may be in the bathroom sink. Beds are widely praised, AC is present in some units (lofts can run warmer), and balconies/lanai are the star feature. Do check listings for kitchen type, AC placement, floor level (no elevators to upper floors), and whether the unit is a lock‑off—sound can travel through connecting doors.

Common trade‑offs: parking is in a central lot and can be tight; expect a walk over hilly terrain or rely on the efficient golf‑cart shuttles. Several guests were surprised by additional resort, parking, and check‑in fees and taxes at arrival—confirm totals in advance. Restaurant hours are limited (no breakfast service at the resort), the pool is unheated, and occasional maintenance or cleanliness issues (musty smells, insects, AC fixes, resort‑wide Wi‑Fi hiccups) were reported, though many hosts and staff responded quickly. Despite these quirks, sentiment is overwhelmingly positive—most guests say the views, grounds, and North Shore location make this a place they’d happily return to.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Hanalei Bay Resort Reviews


Great location&views. Daily resort&parking fees came as a surprise.
Sini K.
July 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, the room was about the same quality as you'd find at a Hampton Inn on the mainland. A little dated, but fine for a couple staying for less than a week. There is a mini-fridge, blender, coffee maker and some cutlery and plates. Doing dishes in the bathroom sink wasn't ideal, but we made it work. The room was not that clean at check-in as there was still a lot of standing dust on surfaces. Also, the television turned on but nothing would broadcast on it either via cable TV or my own device. The view from the lanai was great and this part of the property was very quiet. The unit is at the bottom of a large hill but HBR provides free golf cart service you can call or text 24 hrs a day. Be sure to tip! We also liked the pool area and the small beach at the bottom of the hill. We liked HBR a lot and would visit the property again, but perhaps stay at a unit with more amenities like a full kitchenette.
Patrick T.
July 2025

We had an amazing stay and enjoyed every second of our visit to Kauai. This condo is perfect and has everything you need for cooking, swimming, enjoying the view and going to the beach. Belinda was great to work with and about 2 days in I realized most of the artwork hanging on the walls is hers. It’s beautiful! I cannot recommend this place enough and I promise you won’t be disappointed. Another thing to note: I was traveling with my 80 year old parents and this place is ground floor with no steps. That was a huge perk for us. It’s also steps away to the beach path and made catching the shuttle easy.
Stephanie B.
July 2025

This condo was perfect. The view with the sunrise in the morning and sunset in afternoon.
angel F.
July 2025

Check in was smooth and the room was just as shown on site. The bed was extremely comfy and the A/C worked well on the hot days. The parking was an issue. The site says 'parking close by' and it was difficult in the afternoon and impossible after dinner hours. We had to have the valet double park our car on the opposite side of the resort. Other than that, the accommodations were great.
Brenda o.
July 2025

This had everything we needed and the view was spectacular!! The room was perfect and had a kitchenette (which was nice but we only used the refrigerator), the bathroom was spacious but we really appreciated the washer and dryer! Hat a bonus to be able to do laundry in the room. If we come back we would love to stay again in this very room. Superb host!
Lisa S.
July 2025

Wonderful View! Comfortable bed, nice shower. No microwave or cooking area.
Marci M.
July 2025

Good
clarke s.
July 2025

This property was incredible. The location was great, the view cannot be beat, and the property was perfectly stocked and impeccably clean. Our guests' ages ranged from 6 to 65, and everyone was thrilled. There were beach chairs, sand toys, beach umbrella, paddle boards, pickleball and tennis equipment, a cooler, a kitchen with everything you need to make great meals at home, games and books, and a washer and dryer so we went home with clean clothes. The resort property had a lovely pool and hot tub, two restaurants and a coffee shop, and pickleball and tennis courts. The beach was lovely, with plenty of trees for natural shade. We can't say enough good things about this property and we would absolutely come here again.
Jessica K.
July 2025

Great spot for our honeymoon! The resort was beautiful and it had an amazing view. Definitely will be booking again!
Lindell A.
July 2025

Kauai is the most beautiful place and Steve’s place is absolutely gorgeous views. The beds were.very comfy and Steve always responded quickly. I definitely plan on coming back here. I saw so many rainbows from the balcony. Truly amazing . The sunset the sky was pink and purple and his furniture is so authentic
Valerie M.
July 2025

What a fantastic place!! The view was incredible. Inside, the unit is very thoughtfully decorated and stocked with everything we needed for a fantastic week. Would definitely recommend!
Erica B.
July 2025

This studio condo has a gorgeous view and everything we needed for a perfect week in Kauai!
Dara K.
July 2025

Nice room with updated bathroom. Carpet wasn’t the cleanest & some furniture was broken. Overall, it was comfortable and conveniently located on the property near the laundry and pool.
Laura G.
July 2025

We loved our week here! Beautiful resort, amazing room with a great view. Enjoyed our breakfasts ,coffee and game time each night on our patio. Our host was responsive via text when we had questions!We will definitely be back!
Jen S.
July 2025

Property was not very clean. Maintenance showed up after check in to re-set the toilet and they left a bit of a mess. The rest of the unit wasn’t very clean our kids found a pepperoni on the outside furniture. There was no additional toilet paper rolls which we would have grabbed from the store had we known they wouldn’t be provided. The front desk informed us since this is a privately owned unit they could provide a roll for a charge. Parking was a nightmare. If you left in the evening you couldn’t get a parking spot upon your return. I wish the unit was more clear in setting expectations. Our deposit was never retuned despite leaving a spotless unit
Julie M.
July 2025

We knew Hanalei Bay Resort was a solid choice, but Laurie and Steve’s place far exceeded our expectations in every way possible. The staff at HBR are exceptional, so friendly and accommodating. The hardest part is not wanting to leave the resort but knowing the rest of the island is as beautiful. Such an amazing home base, we can’t wait to come back!
Laura S.
July 2025

We really enjoyed all of the sunsets from the condo's balcony. The location of the condo was wonderful. Easy drive to everything! We did a lot of cooking and found the kitchen to have what we needed. The complex itself is golf carts only. When you arrive, the front desk will make arrangements for a golf cart to meet you in the parking lot. This was huge for us because we had suitcases and Costco! They drove us to our room and took everything inside for us! The golf cards are always available for you during the day. We would definitely stay here again. Mahalo!
Teri S.
July 2025

Fantastic! So beautiful- the views from the balcony were breathtaking. The bed very comfortable. That apartment clean and homey.
Matthew H.
July 2025

No hassles and very convenient location
Dave H.
July 2025

Beautiful!!
Laura H.
July 2025

Had a great stay. Only issue is late checkout is not allowed.
Dave H.
July 2025

Excellent all around...Great views from the rental unit and an easy walk to the beach. Option to call from various places the resort's golf carts to ease walking to and from your destination (particularly useful from the beach). On site pizza restaurant is good - additionally bar/restaurant on site very nice with nightly entertainment and great views. Swimming pools are convenient, clean and fun. Grills are nearby and easy to use.The unit itself is very nice - kitchen has everything you need - nicely furnished and quiet. We would definitely go again...
Jim D.
July 2025

The 3 bedroom condo was spectacular! On the ground floor made it so much fun with the granddaughters. The owners of this unit did a marvelous job. Great decor.However - The Hanalei Bay Resort is NOT a ‘Resort’. The pool is not a resort pool. There is no bar, it was closed a few years ago.The swim up bar is closed. There is no drink service. They don’t serve food until 3pm because a separate company owns the restaurant. The pool is worn out and old.Valet car service is posted but not available. There is not nearly enough parking available.And what’s with paying top dollar for the condo (it was worth it) but then the Resort nickel and dimes you for a 50 check in fee. Tacky!!! Plus 25/day for parking and can’t find parking spots.It should be banned from calling this a Resort!
MARK M.
July 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and access to two of the most iconic beaches from this resort was fantastic. The view from the balcony of the whole of Hanalei Bay and mountain range was spectacular. The resort itself has a beautiful pool and huge hot tub/springs with waterfall which our condo was yards from. We were also near the lobby which gave us access to a small snack/coffee shop for breakfast. This location is also just 5-minute drive to Foodland where you can access fresh Poke/Ahi/Salmon daily at Costco prices. The only thing we were missing was a microwave to reheat food. Will definitely be back.
Patrick Joseph F.
July 2025

We loved the resort and location of the unit. The view was spectacular and changed throughout the day. Many rainbows! We also enjoyed the wonderful amenities of the resort, including the beach, the view point/fire pit, pool, hot tub, and restaurants (which also have incredible views). It was a peaceful and relaxing place.
Lisa G.
July 2025

Was the perfect condo for our stay!! Wonderful views!!!
Lisa T.
July 2025

Such a great unit! We really enjoyed our stay. The kids loved every minute of it. The unit is very well stocked for a family.
Jessica F.
July 2025

The views from this property are really great. Our family of six found the combined units to have the perfect amount of space! I would highly recommend if you are planning to visit the north shore.
rhett d.
July 2025

Great unit at this particular property. Spectacular view and fully equipped with everything. A good amount of walking is required to parking lot and beach. Did not see or utilize the golf carts. This will be the condo we come back to in Princeville. Can't wait!
Kristin F.
July 2025

Wanted an authentic Hawaiin getaway and this place did not disappoint. With rainbows, waterfalls, sea turtles, dolphins and more. This place at HBR was absolutely gorgeous. Just an incredible experience. A very special place. Mahalo!
Robert S.
July 2025

Great location at the resort. Overlooking the wonderful pool and Hanalei Bay. Everything you need in the unit...stove, sink, good size minifridge, drip coffee maker, toaster, plates, utensils, etc., plus a/c and a washer and dryer in the unit. Communication with the owner was a breeze...very responsive. Enjoyed our time and looking forward to returning.
Gloria P.
July 2025

All I need to say is the view of Hanalei bay is the most spectacular view you will ever have! Beautiful sunsets at night with a very comfortable bed. This condo is small but perfect for couples. The resort has an amazing pool but no swim up bar. And a beach that they will help get you and all beach gear there with a ride on a cart. There are daily resort/parking fees but didn’t care due to how beautiful it was! When we go to Kauai again we will definitely stay in this condo!
Mike R.
July 2025

Beautiful
Joe H.
July 2025

Host and manager were so accommodating and kind. The manager even brought us a top notch blender when the existing one failed. The location and sunset views were amazing - just staring at the scenery is enough to fill the senses. This property was no less than perfect for my two sons and their children along with their Oma and Opa. The property is as well maintained as it was when we began coming here 40 years ago. Thanks Belinda and Chris.
John E.
July 2025

Very nice resort and condo
Anders H.
July 2025

Wonderful!
Curt R.
July 2025

The entire experience was fantastic. The pictures don’t do justice to the actual view, it’s stunning. Incredible to wake up and step out on the porch to see the mountains and oceans. The place was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The resort was excellent as well. Easy to get to and a bunch of activities all around. Can’t recommend this place enough for future guests.
Adam F.
July 2025

Waking up to a rainbow over Hanalei Bay was just the beginning of our beautiful 2-week stay at Dave's Hanalei Bay Resort condo. The view is outstanding; we ate almost every meal on the lanai, and no restaurant's views are better. We cooked most meals on the grills near the pool, which are cleaned daily. Indoors, there is a surprising amount of space and storage, comfortable bed, adequate kitchenette, and huge bathroom. The closeness to the parking lot is perfect. The evening restaurant-parking competition is tricky, but the valets are helpful with moving restaurant customers’ vehicles to let resort guests park. The sound of the rain on the roof at night was delightful. We would definitely stay here again.
M. B.
July 2025

I cannot describe how gorgeous the views were and the proximity to the mountains and beach were incredible! The property grounds were so beautiful and had lots of amenities that met our needs. The condo was perfect for our family of 6. We cannot wait to come back!
Amanda S.
July 2025

We loved everything about this stay. Fantastic location, close to everything, great set up with pool, private pool, great condo space, well equipped, we had everything we needed and more. Couldn't have been a more fantastic vacation!
Marsha K.
July 2025

Wonderful unit, with rainbow views!
Linda F.
July 2025

Place was fantastic! Great view from the lanai and amenities at the resort. Milo and Theresa were very responsive and great hosts. Bed was extremely comfortable. Highly recommend 2312
John U.
July 2025

I loved the view and it was a very comfortable place to stay.
Lisa C.
July 2025

Unbelievable view. Great location. Highly recommend
Brittain K.
July 2025

Beautiful resort with lots of amenities. Perfect place for couple. We were only in the area for a few nights but fell in love with Hanelei.
Amy D.
July 2025

we were very surprised to learn upon checkin that your car must be parked in a parking area and not near the condo at all. This was very hard for us because not used to walking up and down several steep hills. I wish that this was told before we booked this. The room was small but we expected that. The cleaning and toilet , bathroom fan need work.
Teresa L.
July 2025

Awesome stay, beautiful area. Super comfortable bed, check in was easy. AC blows cold. Can’t beat the views!
Sean H.
June 2025

I had a wonderful experience there at Hanalei Bay. The views were spectacular. The pool was delightful- and the unit was very comfortable. Management was very responsive. The only frustrating thing was parking as we had a large van and it was very difficult as the stalls were for more compact cars, and not enough parking all around. We totally would book again- definitely a repeat vacation!!
Andrea M.
June 2025

We enjoyed our stay.Loved being able to walk down to the beach and if we did not want to walk all the way back, you could call for a ride. The pool was fun. The coffee shop had some essentials. The restaurant was just starting to re-open with pizzas and some apps … the pizza was delicious. Restaurant and bar does not open until 3:00. We would stay here again!
Tami O.
June 2025


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