1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, Hanalei1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Hanalei, United States has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 3 of 9 hotels we score in Hanalei. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.6 before correction. Rooms from about $1,218 a night (cached, not a live quote).1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is a luxury resort in Princeville on Kauai's North Shore, set on a bluff above Hanalei Bay. It offers direct beach access, an adjacent golf course, a full-service spa, several pools and bars, and a gym. Rooms have ocean, beach and mountain views, and the design draws on the surrounding landscape. Dining focuses on locally sourced food, and guests mention friendly, attentive service. Parking and valet are available, pets are welcome, and there is room service and Wi-Fi. Rates start around $1,218 a night, so it suits travellers after an upscale, nature-focused stay. Some guests report occasional maintenance issues, which is worth bearing in mind at this price.What stands out

Spectacular views over Hanalei Bay

Beach access and adjacent golf course

Full-service spa and multiple pools

Friendly, attentive staff

Watch out for

Occasional maintenance issues

Very expensive, from $1,218 a night

Better-scored in Hanalei

Westin Princeville Ocean, Hanalei: 3.5 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $644 a night. The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas sits on a cliffside promontory on the North Shore of Kauaʻi.

Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas, Hanalei: 3.4 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms). Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas is a four-star condo resort located in the Princeville area of Kauaʻi.