Perched above the dazzling north shore of Kauai, 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is where contemporary luxury meets conscious living.
Why you'll love it here
- Upgrade to the Retreat Collection for exclusive benefits including spa treatments and private training
- Soak up panoramic views of Hanalei Bay and the dramatic cliffs of the Napali Coast
- Rebalance body and mind at the Bamford Wellness Spa with holistic, nature-inspired treatments
- Play a round of golf on a world-renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr-designed championship course
Nick
Travel Specialist
Your holiday always includes
- Premium lounge passes at UK airports
- VIP meet & greet service at departure
- Private transfers to and from your hotel
- Personal concierge service throughout
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- The first-hand knowledge of our team
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Set above the tranquil shores of Hanalei Bay, with sweeping views of the Napali Coast’s rugged cliffs, 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay places you in one of Kauai’s most spectacular settings. From here, you’re perfectly positioned to explore lush rainforest trails, soak up the island’s natural beauty, and reconnect with a slower, more mindful way of living.
Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with your family, this sustainable sanctuary offers something rare: a deeply restorative experience rooted in the spirit of Aloha. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and forested mountains, the hotel champions regenerative design, from its hand-chiselled stone and reclaimed timber interiors to its use of organic materials throughout.
For elevated stays, the Retreat Collection unlocks exclusive privileges, from Bamford wellness treatments to private training, complimentary cabanas and a dedicated VIP Guru. You’ll also enjoy priority dining and curated wellness enhancements, ensuring every moment is effortlessly bespoke.
Families are thoughtfully welcomed too, with connecting suites for up to six, an engaging Aloha Kids Camp, and water-based adventures steps from the sand. Meanwhile, golfers can tee off at the Princeville Makai Golf Club, one of North America’s most spectacular courses, or enjoy a sunset tour of its manicured grounds by golf cart.
With a focus on wellness, sustainability, and personal choice, 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay redefines what a luxury Hawaiian escape can be.
Room Options
Mountain View King
Settle into your serene Hanalei Bay hideaway with 50 sq m of space and panoramic mountain views. This elegant room features a custom organic cotton king bed and a generous living space framed by native tropical gardens. The sleek design includes sustainable materials, a rain shower bathroom, and a dedicated workspace—ideal if you’re blending wellness with a little work.
Mountain View Two Queen
Enjoy 50 sq m of calming space with views of Hanalei’s tropical gardens and soaring mountain peaks. Designed with natural materials, this room includes two organic cotton queen beds—ideal for families or friends travelling together. A rain shower bathroom and thoughtfully designed workspace complete the setting, combining comfort with eco-conscious style.
Mountain View Terrace King
Step out onto your private terrace and take in views of lush gardens and Hanalei’s mountain peaks. Spanning 50 sq m, this peaceful retreat features a custom king bed crafted from organic materials and a sleek rain shower bathroom. It’s an ideal space for reconnecting with nature in complete comfort.
Ocean View King
Wake to views of Hanalei Bay from this 50 sq m coastal retreat. Designed with natural materials and calming tones, the room features a king-size bed made from organic cotton and a rain shower bathroom. It’s a serene space for two, ideal for those who want to soak in the beauty of the ocean from the comfort of their room.
Ocean View Two Queen
Perfect for families or friends, this 50 sq m room features two queen-size beds and tranquil ocean views. You’ll enjoy a soothing space inspired by nature, complete with sustainably crafted furnishings and a walk-in rain shower. With space for up to four, it’s a comfortable base for exploring Hanalei Bay’s coastline.
Ocean View Lounge King
This 50 sq m retreat offers serene ocean views and a calming lounge area, perfect for unwinding. A custom king-size bed and rain shower enhance the sense of luxury, while sustainably sourced furnishings bring the outdoors in. It’s an ideal setting for peaceful mornings and sunset reflections over Hanalei Bay.
Pool View Terrace Two Queen
Overlooking the rooftop pool, this 50 sq m room offers two queen beds and a private terrace. Perfect for families or friends, you’ll enjoy easy access to the water, views of the landscaped surroundings, and a peaceful indoor-outdoor setting. Natural materials and a rain shower complete the relaxed, wellness-inspired design.
Pool View Terrace King
Step out onto your private terrace with views of the tranquil rooftop pool. This 50 sq m retreat features a custom organic king bed and soothing, sustainable interiors. Ideal for couples, it offers seamless indoor-outdoor living and a calming rain shower for relaxed island stays.
Panoramic Ocean View King
Wake up to uninterrupted views across Hanalei Bay from this serene 50 sq m space. Featuring a custom organic king bed and floor-to-ceiling windows, it’s the perfect setting to unwind and reconnect with nature. A spacious rain shower and calming design details complete the experience.
Ocean View Terrace King
Soak up sweeping views of Hanalei Bay from your private terrace in this 50 sq m hideaway. With a custom organic king bed and spacious rain shower, you’ll enjoy refined comfort alongside nature-inspired design. It’s an ideal space for peaceful mornings and sunset unwinding.
Ocean View Terrace Two Queen
Step into your stylish retreat where sweeping ocean views meet fresh, airy space. This 50 sq m room offers two queen beds and a private terrace — perfect for relaxing mornings with the sound of waves and sunset cocktails under the stars. Ideal for families or friends seeking a vibrant coastal escape with effortless comfort.
Ocean View Studio Suite
Experience elevated luxury in this spacious 76 sq m studio suite, where panoramic ocean views create a stunning backdrop. Featuring a king bed and a generous living area, it’s perfect for couples craving a blend of comfort and style. Enjoy exclusive suite perks and thoughtful touches like a Dyson hairdryer, all designed to enhance your stay by the sea.
Ocean View Terrace Studio Suite
Relax in spacious comfort in this 76 sq m studio suite, featuring a private terrace with stunning ocean views over Hanalei Bay. Perfect for couples, it offers seamless indoor-outdoor living and exclusive suite perks, including priority restaurant and bar seating, helping you make the most of your stay in this breathtaking setting.
Ocean View One Bedroom Suite
Experience the serene beauty of Hanalei Bay in this spacious 111 sq m suite, featuring a king bedroom and a separate living room for added privacy. Step onto your private terrace or head down to the beach nearby. Enjoy exclusive suite benefits including priority restaurant seating, complimentary mini bar snacks and drinks, plus beach equipment rentals to enhance your stay.
Pu'u Poa Ocean Loft Suite
Elevate your stay in this expansive two-story ocean view suite, featuring a loft bedroom with a full bathroom and a spacious downstairs living area with a sleeper sofa and kitchenette. Step out onto your private terrace to soak in Kaua'i’s stunning seascape. Enjoy exclusive Retreat Collection perks, including a $1,000 resort credit, spa treatments, airport transfers, daily breakfast, and a dedicated VIP Guru to tailor your experience.
Napali House Suite
Experience spacious luxury in the Napali House Suite, your private oceanfront retreat. With a king bedroom, fully equipped kitchenette, and expansive living area, this suite offers panoramic views and plenty of room to unwind. Step onto your private terrace and immerse yourself in Kaua'i’s natural beauty. Enjoy exclusive Retreat Collection benefits, including spa treatments, a $1,000 resort credit, airport transfers, daily breakfast, and a dedicated VIP Guru.
Makana Penthouse
Find your sanctuary in the Makana Penthouse, featuring two king bedrooms, a private dining room, spacious living area, and an expansive terrace. Perfect for families or groups, this suite invites you to soak in the serene ocean views and tranquil atmosphere of Hanalei Bay. Enjoy exclusive Retreat Collection privileges, including spa treatments, daily breakfast, airport transfers, and a dedicated VIP Guru to personalise your stay.
Connecting Ocean View Studio Suite & Ocean View Two Queen
Enjoy spacious comfort in your ocean view suite, featuring a king studio connected to a two-queen room, perfect for up to six guests. With warm wood accents and sparkling sea vistas, this configuration offers privacy and togetherness. Benefit from priority restaurant seating and other exclusive suite perks to elevate your stay.
Connecting Ocean View One Bedroom Suite & Ocean View Two Queen
Experience the tranquillity of Hanalei Bay from your Ocean View One Bedroom Suite’s living room, connected to a two-queen room with stunning ocean views. Ideal for families or groups, this spacious suite accommodates up to six guests. Enjoy priority restaurant seating, complimentary non-alcoholic minibar items, and beach rentals (subject to availability), alongside thoughtful suite perks to enhance your stay.
Connecting Pu'u Poa Ocean Loft Suite & Ocean View King
This expansive 2,345 sq ft suite features a two-story ocean loft with a king bedroom and full bathroom, plus a separate ocean view king bedroom. The spacious living room includes a sleeper sofa and opens onto a private terrace with stunning coastal views. Perfect for families or groups, it offers direct access to beach amenities and exclusive Retreat Collection upgrades for an elevated Kaua'i experience.
Connecting Napali House Suite & Ocean View Two Queen
Spanning 2,347 sq ft, the Connecting Napali House Suite and Ocean View Two Queen offers a private king bedroom with dual-shower bathroom and a separate two-queen room. The suite features a full kitchen, spacious living area, and private terrace with sweeping ocean views. Designed for families or groups, this retreat includes exclusive perks and easy access to Kaua'i’s natural beauty and resort amenities.
Connecting Makana Penthouse & Ocean View Two Queen
At 2,947 sq ft, the Connecting Makana Penthouse and Ocean View Two Queen is ideal for families. It features two king bedrooms, a private kitchen, and a separate ocean view two-queen room. Enjoy spacious living areas and a private terrace overlooking Hanalei Bay’s tranquil ocean views. This suite offers exclusive perks and the perfect setting to unwind and connect with Kaua'i’s natural beauty.
Facilities/Amenities
- Accessible accommodation
- Gym/fitness centre
- Interconnecting rooms
- Onsite golf
- Spa/wellness
- Tennis
Restaurants & Bars
Taste and sustainability go hand in hand at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, where nutrition is a key element of the wellness philosophy. Across six dining venues, you can enjoy fresh, locally sourced, farm-to-table cuisine that reflects the rich bounty of the Hawaiian Islands. Each restaurant is designated an Ocean Friendly Restaurant by Surfrider Kaua'i, underscoring a deep commitment to protecting marine life and the surrounding environment. Whether you’re savouring creative, health-focused dishes or simply relaxing with a cocktail as the sun sets, dining here is as nourishing as it is responsible.
1 Kitchen
Located on the eighth floor with sweeping views, 1 Kitchen offers a warm, welcoming setting focused on seasonal, locally sourced cuisine. Dishes celebrate the Hawaiian Islands’ natural bounty, crafted with sustainability and simplicity in mind. A nourishing, mindful dining experience ideal for breakfast, lunch, or sunset dinner.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Welina Terrace
Perched on the ninth floor, Welina Terrace offers panoramic views of Hanalei Bay and Mount Makana. This elegant open-air lounge serves Japanese-inspired small plates and handcrafted cocktails made with local ingredients. With live music and sunset backdrops, it’s the perfect spot to toast the day in style.
Neighbors Café
A relaxed café and community hub serving cold-pressed juices, kombucha, and locally roasted Hanalei coffee. Enjoy wholesome breakfasts, fresh pastries, and nutrient-rich bites in a laid-back, sunlit setting - perfect for a quick recharge or a slow morning. On-the-go ordering makes it easy for guests and locals alike.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
The Sandbox Poolside Restaurant
An open-air, ocean-facing restaurant with panoramic views of Hanalei Bay. The laid-back, family-friendly vibe pairs perfectly with Hawaiian beach fare—think fresh poke, wood-fired pizzas, and craft cocktails. Located poolside on the first floor, it’s the ideal spot to lounge, dine, and soak in the island sun.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Wai'oli
A cheerful, nostalgic stop for classic Hawaiian treats. Indulge in handcrafted shave ice, creamy soft-serve, or island-made gelato with natural toppings. For adults, elevate your treat with a splash of local rum. Browse the sunny boutique for essentials—from sunglasses to beach gear—just steps from the pool.
Sunrise Nourishment Bar
Activities & Entertainment
Spa and Wellness
Wellness is an integral part of the experience at this serene retreat overlooking Hanalei Bay. You can unwind at the Bamford Wellness Spa, where Hawaiian healing traditions meet modern therapies in calming, nature-inspired surroundings. The expansive 10,000-square-foot Anatomy Gym offers advanced cardio, strength and recovery equipment, along with expert-led personal training and diagnostics.
A diverse selection of group classes is also available, from high-intensity workouts and cycling to posture alignment, breathwork and sunrise meditation. For added rejuvenation, Vitality Kaua'i offers non-invasive treatments, medically supported weight programmes, and skin therapies designed to restore and energise. Whether you’re looking to recover, recharge or reconnect, you’ll find everything you need to support your wellbeing.
Sports and Watersports
Whether you’re lounging poolside or getting active, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy your stay. You can tee off with panoramic views of Mt. Makana and Hanalei Bay at the renowned Princeville Makai Golf Course, where the fairways wind past lakes, woodlands and ocean cliffs. Tennis, pickleball, disc golf and even sunset golf cart tours are also available.
Back at the resort, enjoy a dip in the adults-only infinity pool and jacuzzi, or bring the whole family to the main pool with a shallow keiki area and natural rock features. Private cabanas and casual poolside dining let you make a day of it. Just a few steps away, the golden stretch of Pu'u Poa Beach is perfect for snorkelling, stand-up paddleboarding, or relaxing by the waves.
Outdoor Adventures
Kaua'i’s natural beauty takes centre stage here, inviting you to slow down and explore. Children can discover marine life, build sandcastles or splash in tide pools with the nature-inspired Seedlings programme, while adults enjoy sunrise meditations or energising workouts to start the day. You might take a leisurely paddle across the bay, hike to a hidden waterfall, or simply soak up the sunshine from the sand.
The lush landscapes and tranquil ocean views create the perfect backdrop for adventure or stillness—whatever you need most. Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends or as a family, this is a place where you can reconnect with the world around you.
Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism
At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, sustainability shapes every aspect of your stay, reflecting a deep respect for Kaua'i’s natural beauty. Rather than building anew, the hotel was thoughtfully reimagined to preserve the original structure—an approach that has already diverted over 144 tonnes of material from landfills and prevented more than 70 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. Through mindful architecture, eco-conscious partnerships, and a strong commitment to regeneration, the hotel blends seamlessly with its lush surroundings while working actively to protect them.
From locally sourced materials and native landscaping to waste reduction and resource-saving practices, every detail is designed to honour the environment. Staying here means experiencing luxury that not only feels good but also does good—preserving the island for generations to come.
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