Hanalei Colony Resort
On the outskirts of Hanalei, the main town on the North Shore of Kauai, on the way to Ke'e Beach, is the Hanalei Colony Resort. This small property is located on a tiny crescent of beach. Guest accommodations are in two-bedroom condos with full kitchens and weekly housekeeping service. Wireless Internet access is available on the property. The spa offers services either indoors or on the beachfront. The waterfront Mediterranean Gourmet restaurant was named the best restaurant on Kauai in 2008 and 2009 by Honolulu Magazine. The Hanalei Colony has a partnership with Princeville Resort and guests receive preferred rates at the Makai or Prince golf courses.
Hanalei Colony Resort
5-7130 Kuhio Highway
Haena, HI 96714
(800) 628-3004
hcr.com
Hanalei Inn
Located in the town of Hanalei one block from the bay, the Hanalei Inn is a small property with studio units that include full kitchens and have private entrances. From the grounds of this secluded inn, you have views of the mountains and waterfalls. Guests have access to a barbeque, covered porch, picnic area and hammocks. The inn is located within easy driving distance of the golf courses at Princeville Resort.
Hanalei Inn
5-5468 Kuhio Highway
Hanalei, HI 96714
(808) 826-9333
hanaleiinn.com
St. Regis Princeville
The St. Regis Princeville is a 5-star hotel that opened in September 2009. Guest rooms are luxuriously appointed and most have views of Hanalei Bay or the surrounding mountains. The hotel has butler and valet services, an on-site high-end spa featuring products made from local ingredients, and an infinity pool. Two championship golf courses, the Prince and Makai, are seaside courses that require precision driving and offer spectacular views. The resort has many golf packages available.
St. Regis Princeville
5520 Ka Haku Road
Princeville, HI 96722
(808) 826-9644
princevillehotelhawaii.com
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