Picolo recommends · Hotel in Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
From the terrace in Princeville you look across Hanalei Bay to a wall of green mountains, with waterfalls showing after the rain.
Morning light slides down the ridges on the far side of Hanalei Bay, and the water below turns from grey to turquoise. 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay stands on the slope at Princeville, facing that view.
The 1 Hotels brand works with natural materials, plants and a low-key, sustainable approach, which suits the north shore. Hanalei town, the taro fields and the road towards the Na Pali coast are all close by.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
We chose it for the setting. Few hotels in Hawaii look out on a landscape like this, and the north shore is the wild, green side of Kauai that most visitors come to see.
The north shore is wetter than the south, especially in winter, and the sea can be too rough to swim. If you want guaranteed sun and calm water, Poipu is a safer bet.
What you get
- Views over Hanalei Bay and the mountains
- Pool
- Spa
- Restaurant on site
- Nature-led design with natural materials
A day at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
- Morning
- Coffee with the bay below as the clouds lift off the mountains.
- Midday
- A drive to Hanalei town and the beaches further along the north shore.
- Afternoon
- Time by the pool or in the spa when the showers roll through.
- Evening
- Sunset over the bay from the hotel terrace.
Location
Princeville, Kauai, Hawaii, USA
Open in MapsQuestions about 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
Where is 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay?
It is in Princeville on the north shore of Kauai, above Hanalei Bay. The town of Hanalei is a short drive down the hill.
Is the sea calm at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay?
In summer Hanalei Bay is often calm enough to swim. From around November to March big swells can make the north shore dangerous, so check conditions before going in.
Does 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay have a spa?
Yes, there is a spa on site, as well as a pool and restaurants with views over the bay.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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