Hanalei Colony Resort

“I'd Go There Again!”

Just got back from a family Hawaii trip that included three nights on Kauai at the Hanalei Colony Resort. Our room was on the second-floor with a balcony view of the bay and ocean. Magnificent! The room was quiet, clean and and super comfortable with easy beach access. Being mid-November, ther… more

Just got back from a family Hawaii trip that included three nights on Kauai at the Hanalei Colony Resort. Our room was on the second-floor with a balcony view of the bay and ocean. Magnificent! The room was quiet, clean and and super comfortable with easy beach access. Being mid-November, there was a lot of high wind and rough seas, but not a surprise and we loved being in this beautiful part of the island this time of year. Staff was very friendly and offered some great local information.

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“Paradise Found: A Tranquil, Secluded Getaway at Hanalei Colony Resort”

Staying at the Hanalei Colony Resort was an absolute delight! Tucked away on Kauai’s beautiful north shore, this hidden gem offers an unbeatable mix of peace, stunning ocean views, and close proximity to nature. I loved the secluded beachfront location and the rustic, comfortable suites designed fo… more

Staying at the Hanalei Colony Resort was an absolute delight! Tucked away on Kauai’s beautiful north shore, this hidden gem offers an unbeatable mix of peace, stunning ocean views, and close proximity to nature. I loved the secluded beachfront location and the rustic, comfortable suites designed for true relaxation. The staff’s warm hospitality, along with thoughtful amenities like the free shuttle to nearby Hanalei, made it an easy choice for a quiet, rejuvenating escape. A must-visit for anyone seeking a serene retreat in paradise!

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“A Hanalei Hideaway”

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… more

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.

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“Nice play to stay after the first night”

On HCR's website it says their cancellation policy is at least 3 days and $50 cancellation fee. In reality, it is at least two weeks and $50 fee. If you cancel in less than two weeks, it is the first night's charge as a cancellation fee. I used Booking.com to avoid the $50 fee. We stayed at HCR Se… more

On HCR's website it says their cancellation policy is at least 3 days and $50 cancellation fee. In reality, it is at least two weeks and $50 fee. If you cancel in less than two weeks, it is the first night's charge as a cancellation fee. I used Booking.com to avoid the $50 fee. We stayed at HCR Sept 11-15, 2024. The first day there was miserable. After traveling 17 hours from the mainland, we were met with a room that was 95 degrees because the curtains were left open for the sun to bake the room while all the windows were closed. I took two cold showers all the while thinking I paid $700 per night to be miserable. We specifically chose the room right on the beach to get the most of the trade winds (resort has no A/C) but it still took 7 hours for the room to cool off. The manager escorted us to our room so she knew how hot it was but made no effort to make things right. I've received better hospitality at an Econolodge. Later I contacted management to request a refund for the first night. I was told they would not refund it because it was their policy to keep the windows shut so the salt air would not get into the room. They could have at least closed the curtains/shades and turned the ceiling fans on so there was some air circulation. If you use this resort during the summer when the average temperature is 87 F, be prepared for a hot room. The poke at Opakapaka was the best we had on Kauai and the big island. The resort shuttle to places in Hanalei was well worth the $30/day resort fee. It made access to Tunnels beach very easy.

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