Hanalei Bay Resort 1557, Princeville Kauai

Lovely mountain views

Condo 1557 is nicely situated close to all the amenities offered by he Hanalei Bay Resort. The bed was large and comfortable and the bathroom was modern and clean. The view from the balcony was lovely. The only improvement I could suggest for the room... more is the inclusion of a microwave oven and a hot water kettle. While there is a refrigerator in the unit, it did not have ice-making capabilities. Otherwise, the unit lived up to expectations. less

— Jeffrey, Stayed 03/15/2019

Excellent stay!

My husband and I recently did a vacation at Hanalei Bay and it exceeded expectations. The condo is a studio with a beautiful view of the mountains. We used the local grocery store, which was a couple miles away to stock up on snacks and... more sodas, which I'd also recommend. The entire property is beautiful and the staff was so friendly and accommodating. We will 100% be back! less

— Chelsea, Stayed 12/10/2018

Loved it.

We loved it for the first half of our honeymoon. Amazing view of the mountains from the balcony and great access to Queens Bath and Hanalei Bay. Loved everything about it.

— Gregory, Stayed 09/02/2017

Wonderful Experience

Hanalei Bay and the Princeville area is amazing! We are very grateful that we came across Hanalei Bay Resorts as an option to stay. The grounds are very well kept and beautiful, the condo which was a studio unit was clean and perfect for what... more we needed, and the location was very convienent to run into town, hang on the beach or explore the island. less

— Julia, Stayed 06/18/2017

Well decorated and comfortable

The condo was very comfortable and well decorated. The memory foam bed provided a great night sleep. The lanai and the view were gorgeous. Kitchen was fully stocked. Wifi directions were confusing. We could only connect to the hotels wifi, not room wifi. This was... more fine, although speeds were slow. The A/c was on its way out, so it was a little warm, but since we're from a warm climate the temp didn't bother us much. We stayed 7 nights. Since it's a condo rental, we didn't have a cleaning. By day 7, the condo was as dirty (sandy) as I could really take it, so I'd recommend trying to schedule a cleaning if you stay longer. less

— Catherine, Stayed 06/02/2017

Excellent Spot!

My husband and I loved this location for our babymoon! The condo is updated, bed is extremely comfortable and the view is AMAZING from the balcony. The resort has all of the needed amenities - pool, beach access, towels, bar. I highly recommend this location... more and would definitely stay again! Thank you for the great hospitality! less

— Sara, Stayed 04/14/2017

Mountain views awesome

We loved the mountain views,and rainforest experience off the back lanai with all of the birds and frequent visits from chickens. However, we couldn't use the air conditioner since it made a horrible racket, but the natural air wIt's the ceiling fan was just fine.... more . The screen door didn't work well and the bedding was quite shabby and needed updating. Otherwise it was just right for us. less

— Nancy, Stayed 04/11/2017

Excellent stay

Excellent place to stay, recently renovated unit, beautiful view. Access to resort amenities, pool and beach. We had a great experience without any issues and have no complaints. As others have mentioned, since you are renting privately there's no housekeeping coming by daily as they... more would in a hotel. Also the Bali Hai restaurant is still closed due to some issue regarding staff parking I believe, so doesn't sound like there's a known date of reopening. That said, this really wasn't an issue for us because we drove around to nearby places to eat in princeville and also other places on the island. Also, they have a swim up bar in the pool area as well as the Happy Talk Lounge which is a more casual restaurant but with good views and live music. So these were really not a big deal in our opinion (and that's coming from someone who is very picky!!) less

— Monique, Stayed 03/20/2017

Good for a short stay

Condo 1557 was quaint and in nice condition. Not to mention the view was amazing! We had a gorgeous view of the mountains. The lanai has a small table and two chairs - perfect for breakfast in the morning. The bed was a type of... more foam mattress. As a spoiled tempur-pedic mattress owner, I found this foam mattress not as comfortable. The kitchen area is nice with a induction cook top, toaster oven, microwave, mini fridge and sink. We only made breakfast (eggs and toast) as we were explored the north shore during our stay. Not that we watched a lot of TV, but we thought the location of the TV (above the sliding glass doors) was a bit off. You could not relax on the couch and watch TV at the same time. The bathroom was big! Plenty of room for two people to get ready for the day. The condo also included beach chairs, which we seriously enjoyed! It was a nice convenience. There were many other amenities and features in the condo that we did not use. The nearest ice machine is a nice walk 1/2 way across the resort. We only have two minor complaints. First, the air conditioning unit did not keep the room chilled. We would turn it on after dinner (around 6-7pm) and the room would not chill down until the morning - even using the ceiling fan. This made for a warm and sticky night. Unfortunately, there isn't an opportunity to have a cross breeze as the only two doors/windows is the front door and the sliding glass door...and we were not going to sleep with the front door open. Second, the bar/grill at the Hanalei Bay Resort is open for limited hours. We tried to book a reservation and they stated they were full. However, when we walked by several times, there was an abundance of open tables and seating. My guess is limited staff? The other restaurant on site appears to be closed indefinitely. We were not told of this until a week before our vacation! The Resort website stated it would reopen in 2017. When they say check-in is at 3pm, they mean it! Our room was ready an hour before, but we could not check-in early. So we hung out in the lobby as the Happy Talk bar & lounge wasn't open until 3pm. We stayed for two nights in February 2017. Given we like to try different places, if we return to Hanalei Bay area, we probably won't stay at this resort again. less

— Chris, Stayed 02/22/2017

Magical honeymoon Spot

We had the most incredible stay here. My husband and I could not be more pleased with our decision to stay here. Ideal location on the north shore. Just a quick drive to multiple beaches, quaint town of Hanalei, hiking on the Napali. Luxury of... more getting to make our breakfasts in the condo and eat on the balcony over looking a view that resembles Jarassic Park. The pool area, Happy Talk Lounge and beach (shared with St. Regis) were very convenient on days we weren't exploring. Must pour yourself a drink and go watch the sunset at the fire pit lounge chairs by the tennis courts. Plenty of delicious dining ( Makena Terrace, Bar Acuda, The Dophin) and fun eating/bar spots ( Tahiti Nui, wishing well, St. Regis bar). Fun ideas we enjoyed- driving up the coast to the end of the road, lighthouse, queens bath, farmers market, hiking to the waterfall on Napali trail, gardens by Tunnels beach, massages at Hanalei Day Spa, pool is great for lounging. Rent a car, worth every penny. Again, it was incredible and we can not wait to return to the resort!! less

— Olivia, Stayed 02/17/2017

Loved our stay!!!

We've been to Kauai 4 times in the past but this was our first stay at Hanalei Bay Resort. We were so pleased with the accommodations at #1557 and would definitely return here on a future trip. The location of the building can't be beat.... more I looked at all of the other buildings and couldn't find one I'd rather be in. The view was private, amazing and peaceful, I can't wait to go back! I really appreciated the kitchen amenities as we enjoyed making a few meals and eating out on the patio. The photos in the listing are spot on, too. Such a great trip!!!! less

— Sarah, Stayed 01/31/2017

Kitchen supply lacking

Would avoid Condo 1557 . Kitchen did not have a single bowl, paring knife or can opener that worked. Cooking pans need to be cleaned . Only way to watch TV( mounted above the patio door ) was if you were laying in bed. Furniture... more need to be arranged differently. Our group rented 7 condos total . Ours was the most poorly furnished. Our grandUghter stayed next door. Their roof leaked over the bed . Grounds and pool were beautiful. Lack of restaurant anywhere nearby would be the final thing to make us choose another resort next time. less

— Janet, Stayed 09/27/2016

Nice private view

We went for wedding on the property, it was lovely. We loved the pool, hot tub, and grounds.

— Karen Smith Greene, Stayed 08/26/2016

Great location, amazing views and silence

Totally recommended. I traveled to this condo for my honeymoon and it was excellent. Kauaii was my favorite island. In favor: It is a great location for exploring the north shore. Only 10 minutes ride to Hanalei bay and close to beaches. It has great... more views towards the mountain. These really make the difference. The kitchen is well equipped and the air conditioning works ok. The bed and the couch are confortable. The condo is quiet and it makes you feel you are the only one around. The amenities are very good, as the pool or gym. Although we didn`t use them much. It has a special access to the beach, right next to the St. Regis Hotel. Great for sunsets! Against: The condo is in the Princeville residential complex which is a vast modern development, different than the traditional "plantation" houses in Hanalei but still very close to Hanalei, Haena, Tunnels and the Na Pali coast. Would definetely stay here again! Tip: For restaurants, Postcard & Barracuda are the best in Hanalei but my favourite place is Tahiti Nui with live music (usually Hawaian at 6PM, Rock bands at 9PM) with the best Mai tai (and special pizza) of the islands. less

— Matías Asconapé, Stayed 06/28/2016

Condo 1557

The apartment was nice and clean upon arrival. There was a nice greeting bag from the realty company (nice touch). We loved the decor and the view from the deck! The couch was very comfy and the furniture nicely designed. Although there was no stove,... more we were able to make due and found ourselves eating a meal a day there. A few things to consider for the next people: The bathroom tub was clogged! We showered in a pool of grime every time we showered. Yuk! Must take care of that... The lights in the hall do not turn off. It was like a big night-light in the hallway. I did not like sleeping that way. Not sure if there was an option to shut off, we could not find it. Other than that, it was worth the price and we would stay there again. The hotel amenities really made the difference! less

— Kimberly, Stayed 04/18/2016

Loved our stay!

Enjoyed staying at this condo. Great location, close to town and the beach. Would definitely stay there again.

— kswing, Stayed 03/09/2016

PERFECT!!

We absolutely loved our stay at Condo 1557 at Hanalei Bay Resort. The resort has amazing facilities and the pool is fantastic. Our baby girl loved swimming in there everyday. The condo itself has everything you need...towels, all linen, basic kitchen stuff, crockery, cutlery, glasses... more as well as beach equipment :) From the balcony the views are gorgeous and its quiet private. We felt like we were the only people there as you don't look out to see anyone else balcony. All the staff at reception are lovely, especially Jack Alex, he was very helpful and friendly. less

— Kerry, Stayed 11/13/2015

Perfect Location, private with Amazing mountain Views.

We absolutely LOVE staying on this place! The resort has easy parking all the way around, there is washers very close from each union, gardens are very pretty and front desk was always pleasant and helpful. Apartment was clean, especius, had everything you need to... more spend even more then a week comfortable if thats what you are going for. It even has beach chairs, cooler, tennis rackets etc. Sad that we discover this in our last day... This unit if facing the mountains so is very private compared to the rest of the units in the resort, for us, a very much need it for a retreat :). Seating in the porch haven tea looking at the water falls was stoning... We never ran the AC mountain breeze was plenty to keep us cool, the best NO MOSQUITOES! We both have back problems and the mattress in the union was incredible comfortable (I wanted to take it home with us). The decoration of the apartment is very modern, they have a few handy books about Kauai, if you don't know the area they come very handy. Booking proces was easy and they responded very promptly to any of our concerns. Kauai is by far one of our favorite islands (please note that this is big for us to comment on seance we are coming from one St. John USVI) we can't wait to go back in June 2016. Things you should consider to do: 1) Helicopter tour (blue helicopters) is the best company around, their helicopters are big, stable, they aren't that loud, and the service is great. Their helicopter is glass all the way around so is easy for any person (no matter your location in the helicopter) to have a great view and take pictures. 2) LU'AU KALAMAZU show is incredible, Im not going int the details because I will give it in, totally worth it if you are interested on their culture. 3) Hikes, there is endless numbers of hikes for any levels. Thank you so much! M & A less

— Adam & Monica, Stayed 10/09/2015

Loved the resort

Since we booked our room at such a low cost, we weren't sure what to expect when coming to Hanalei Bay Resort. Needless to say, we were blown away. The resort is beautiful, the pool is amazing (with happy hour!), and our balcony had a... more wonderful view of the Kauai mountains. We want to come back here again as regulars! less

— Jinny J, Stayed 03/25/2015

Secure, secluded, beautiful site.

The actual private condo we stayed in was very nice and had a very nice view over the canopy of trees and looking toward the mountains. Best bed we ever slept on anywhere! Very roomy for a studio. The actual site is beautiful-fully landscaped with... more large pool. Only complaint is no restuarant and it looks like the actual building of the one advertised is way behind schedule and likely to remain so. Also research thoroughly how to get to the area, especially if you are coming in at night--its a challenge! less

— Judith W, Stayed 02/26/2015

Great place, loved the balcony view

Lovely complex, enjoyed the pool & beach. Condo very nice, very comfortable bed. Small kitchen area, but well equipped! We loved sitting on the balcony, watching the ever changing mountain view. A reading lamp beside the couch would make this place perfect.

— Laurie K, Stayed 12/16/2014

Beautiful Views of the Waterfalls, Quiet, and Simple

Great for a couple or singleton looking to get a way in the beautiful island of Kauai. Very simple accommodations, but perfect if your plan is to complete all the adventures the island has to offer (hiking, surfing, snorkeling). Great location in Princeville, safe, close... more to Hanalei, and by far the grandeur and magnificent view of the waterfall was superb. This unit offered a quiet stay as if we were the only one's on the island. The only negative to the place is a very small kitchenette, however we made do and were able to become resourceful making eggs in the morning, and enjoying a lot of sashimi style tuna. It's great to be able to use all the accommodations of the resort, tennis, pools, BBQ, and walk down to the beach. Most of all for location, view and accommodations, outstanding price!" less

— Nicole K, Stayed 10/08/2014

very nice studio condo. resort with ongoing work

The condo is very nice, well maintained and equiped. It is very confortable for 2 people and has a perfect lanai with superb views of the mountains. The resrt is being renewed so front office is not the best and there are construction materials all... more over the way between the entrance and parking lot and the condo. It would have been better to be able to park at the condo entrance instead of a general parking but I guess considering the terrain that s not quite possible. less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 03/15/2014

A Week in Paradise!

Hanalei Bay resort is in Princeville, on the northern shores of beautiful Kauai. We arrived very late, after a 20-hr journey from our home state of Pennsylvania. The front desk was friendly and accommodating. A bellman loaded our things into a golf cart, drove us... more to our condo, and helped unload all our stuff into the room. We stayed in building 15, 2nd (top) floor, condo 1557. It's a 1-room condo, but the room is large and feels very spacious. From our lanai we could see a jungle to the left and then a beautiful mountain range which is home of the Waioli Falls, the longest waterfall on earth. In fact there were many waterfalls dispersed through the mountains. The room was beautiful, 20-ft ceiling, over-sized dark wood (Mahogany?) furniture, king-size bed, a desk and a large love seat. It was stocked with everything we needed for our stay: kitchen supplies, a small fridge, microwave, dish/paper towels, soap, tennis rackets, cooler, snorkeling equipment, etc. (NOTE: the condos are individually owned, so what is supplied may vary). The only negative about the condo is that there is no separate sink for food preparation (the area with a microwave/fridge is tiny, as if put in there as an afterthought). Each morning, we awoke to roosters and a stunning view of Kauai’s mountains! The grounds are beautifully maintained, even though there was a lot of construction going on (they are building a new on-site restaurant and a new front desk). There are 2 pools, the upper pool is beautiful, like a lagoon! There are tennis courts, 2 laundry facilities (detergent and quarters available at the front desk). The beach is no more than a 10-minute walk on a wide concrete pathway. The beach is shared with the 5-star St. Regis hotel. Dealing with the condo owner was a breeze. Very accommodating/responsive. I communicated via e-mails and got a wealth of information about the island of Kauai. You will absolutely need a rental car to explore Kauai and everything it had to offer. We will be back! less

— akory99, Stayed 11/28/2013

Our stay in Paradise

Unit 1557 at the Hanalei Bay Resort was a true gem! So peaceful, with a panoramic view of nature at it's best. In the morning, we would wake to the most beautiful bird songs. We had breakfast on the balcony every morning, taking in the... more view of the valley, the mountains, birds, flowers, and waterfalls. The room is cozy and comes furnished with most anything you could need while vacationing at the beach - cooler, beach chairs, tennis rackets, and (some) snorkel gear. Had it not been for the snorkel gear in the condo, I would never had given it a try...snorkeling in Hawaii was a wonderful experience! The resort's staff went above and beyond! Everyone was so friendly and attentive. The only cons I have to list are the fact that the walls are very thin between the units. I felt we needed to keep our voices to just above a whisper to avoid being heard. Second, the condo is in the middle of nature, and spiders and ants cannot always be kept at bay. I am a city girl, and definitely not at ease with bugs and spiders, but they always seemed to keep to one corner of the unit in the foyer. less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 11/12/2013

The Bed alone is worth it!

I rarely write reviews but since I read over 100 just to rent 1557 for 2 nights I felt that I needed to report back. I will say that the other reviews were helpful especially about the resort itself. There were no surprises other than... more the amazing king bed the condo had. I chose this condo for 2 main reason's, the price and also the responses I read from the owner himself. He answered everyone's complaints and seemed to take care of any problems immediately I was very impressed with his concern for the comfort of his guests. I will say that the reason I'm giving the 4 stars instead of 5 are for all the same reasons that other's have written about. You can hear your neighbors, especially on the Lanai. We are not quiet people and felt like if our neighbors were on the Lanai, we could not be out there at the same time without them disturbing us or vice versa. And by 'disturb' i just mean the feeling of ease dropping. also, We did have ant's, but I had noticed them on the resort before heading to our room so I was not surprised. We called down to the front desk and someone was there within 5 min. But, then we had to live with the smell of the spray. Since we spent most of our time out doors we really didn't have to deal with it much. Washing dishes in the sink is a bit of a pain I must say. But i was happy with the small kitchenette. it had everything we needed. I would suggest if there is time and money for a small remodel, i would put in a more accommodating sink for washing dishes as well as your face. (i'd also re caulk the tub and freshen up the doors). I'm nit picking because I think this condo is on the verge of a 5 and with small changes it could be. The view is amazing, the decor is warm and inviting...oh and all the gear in the closets is wonderful. Boogie boards, tennis rackets, ice chest etc...I would definitely recommend this condo and would probably stay there myself in the future. Aloha!!! less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 02/09/2013

Nice condo for the price

Nice place for a short stay. The limited kitchen facilities would make longer stays challenging. Had to defrost the refer upon arrival as the freezer compartment was completely encased in ice. Hbr is a great resort, well managed with a wonderful pool and beach access.

— Dave, Stayed 12/11/2012

Super Great

We loved the Luxury, fantastic super great! We loved the beautiful condo, view of mountains,climate, service received, and location to all attractions. Many thanks for a great getaway.

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 12/07/2012

Hooked Up

Convenient spot to access the North Shore, sweet view, comfy room, beautiful pool and hot tub with waterfalls, complementary ride to the beach for snorkeling. Aloha.

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 11/23/2012

soothing and relaxing views

We were pleasantly surprised upon entering room 1557. The unit was spacious for a studio and the bathroom space was more than adequate. We stepped onto the balcony and immediately fell in love with the gorgeous views. We sat outside every morning to eat our... more breakfast. The grounds are nice and 1557 is a short walk to the pool, tennis courts, and the front desk. We were told to request a golf cart ride to the beach but we decided to walk instead. It's a nice walk down but a bit of a steep walk up. The beach is shared with the resort next door and is definitely worth a visit. Be sure to bring the snorkel gear and beach chairs that are in the closet. I do have a few negatives to mention. We noticed ants in the bathroom and in the hallway on the first day that we arrived. I sprayed them with a cleaner that I found in the bathroom. It helped, but they returned each day. Make sure you don't leave any food or trash out. Also, there is absolutely no counter space to prepare your food and all the dishes have to be washed in the bathroom sink. The unit was pretty quiet. However, on the last day I turned the air conditioning off and heard the conversations in the adjoining unit. The service at the resort was helpful and friendly. We absolutely loved that the resort was close to the Napali Coast and Queensbath. I didnt mind that there was no restaurant or store on the premises. There is a Foodland and restaurants to the left of the resort when you exit. I have to mention that making the reservation was easy and the information I received by e mail was very detailed and helpful. less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 11/02/2012

garden view rocked

Welcome respite after 3 nights of camping. We loved the privacy, the super high ceilings and inspiring view of the Na Pali mountain coast. It had everything we needed. Bed was fabulously comfortable (but creaky!) Like other folks said the walls are thin- if you... more have the aC on, you may not notice. Also, somewhat lacking in the type of surface you can make a sandwich on- but we managed with the small cutting boards provided. We had a great time- it worked just fine for our needs. We would rent 1557 again. Mahalo! less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 10/11/2012

Great stay. Will be coming back

Everything was as expected, but I really enjoyed the nice surprises. The gift basket upon arrival was nice. Also the snorkeling and tennis equipment made it easy to enjoy the beach and the rest of the facilities. Definitely a great stay and the room was... more beautiful with a great view. less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 08/16/2012

Affordable Luxury!

We had a wonderful 3 week stay in Kauai and were so fortunate to have found HBR and unit 1557! The unit was very clean, quiet, and the furniture and decor a great combination of sumptuous "island style" luxury. Everything was updated and remodeled, and... more we felt like royalty! All the details were taken care of, down to the closet full of beach chairs, body boards, and all we needed to enjoy our days at the ocean. We loved the HBR grounds, the pool area is amazing with a nice sand bottomed wading pool for the kids and a beautiful hot-tub for the adults... Princeville is the perfect place to enjoy a Kauai vacation, close to everything on the north shore and the most beautiful part of the island. Aloha Condos was great to deal with, service was personalized and timely. The experience exceeded our expectations, and is an amazing value! Highly recommended if you want to feel pampered and stay within a budget... less

— Rosario, Stayed 07/10/2012

Great for the price, but...

This room is a great size for two if you don't want or need a full kitchen for cooking and groceries. The view is spectacular, overlooking the mountains with a waterfall running down the middle one. With the sliding glass doors open you feel like... more you are in a tree house with the landscape of tropical trees below. The room is comfortable and nicely appointed except for the squeaky bed. If you are a light to medium sleeper beware, the bedframe squeaks with every movement. It kept us up longer as we were trying to fall asleep with the the noises. In addition, the walls are very thin to the unit to the right, next door. We could hear the vaccuum being run as if it were in our room, and hear the neighbors conversations at a normal volume, not speaking loudly. We noticed the volume had lowered as we suspected they could hear us taking as well. We in turn also talked quietly after that. The only thing separating the lanai is a piece of lattice like fencing so you can also hear everything next to you and see through the openings. The big positives were the price, all the beach equipment provided in the closet~two beach chairs, two coolers, a beach bag, 3 snorkel sets with fins, and a boogie board. We appreciated having all of this at our disposal and not having to rent or purchase them. And also, the bathroom was spacious and nicely appointed with all our toiletry needs. The kitchenette has everything you need if you don't have a desire to cook or don't want a large fridge or need a freezer. We like to cook and wanted to store things in a freezer so were disappointed the fridge was a mini one and no more than a microwave and toaster oven. Also, it was inconvenient to have to use the single bathroom sink to also wash dishes. For the price though it was worth it. But considering the drawbacks I wouldn't stay here if the price was higher, or at least much higher. All in all it was a positive experience and would recommend it. less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 06/09/2012

Hidden gem on north shore

This condo had the best lanai overlooking lush tropical landscape with waterfalls in the distance. The beautiful local birds were a bonus. Hanalei Bay Resort has the best hot tub on the north shore. Short drive to Foodland and shops at Princeville. Cant wait to... more come back. less

— A FlipKey verified reviewer, Stayed 05/15/2012

Don't be fooled

Any thoughts of a great resort quickly slide away as you are delivered to condo 1557. The golf cart takes you by the staff break alcove, the garbage dumpsters, the resort laundry, you name all those beautiful behind the scenes locals. This is the only... more way to get to Condo 1557 and the nearly 20 condos in this part of the "resort". Each day I would need to walk by all this to get to the parking area. I referred to several guests that I was staying in the "ghetto". On the flip side the condo was beautifully furnished and comfortable, although not very sound proof, I could hear the neighbors next door quite plainly. The whole complex was just that, a condo complex, not what I call a resort at all. You are totally on your own, no activities, no staff(except at the temporary desk as you arrive), no activities, no sundries store, etc etc. less

— Unpampered, Stayed 12/06/2011

Private Corner of Paradise - just right for us.

We stayed in unit 1557 at Hanalei Bay Resort and it was just perfect. The room has a breakfast bar with everything we needed for simple meals or preparing food for the grills down by the pool. The view is fantastic and the privacy is... more priceless! No other unit faces this lanai - it's just mountains, waterfalls and trees. The bed is comfortable and the unit was very clean. We also appreciated the wifi and the beach gear. less

— GM, Stayed 09/01/2011

Easily a 4+ Star Condo if it Was Cleaner

The Condo: After much online searching, we booked this condo for our honeymoon. This condo has an amazing view and the privacy on the lanai is second to none. We absolutely loved enjoying our morning coffee and breakfast on the lanai. A major bonus was... more the boogie boards and snorkel sets in the closet. They also had beach mats, tennis rackets and a few coolers. We really enjoyed our stay. However, it would have been better if the place was cleaner. The floor in the bathroom had hair in the corners and when we looked under the bed there was an empty water bottle and a wrapper of some sort. Also, the faucet in the bathroom was dripping when we arrived and progressively got worse over our stay to the point where it was no longer dripping but lightly running water. We don't like to waste water so we called the front desk and they promptly sent a maintenance crew out to fix it but they couldn't get a part for it so that was that. The Resort: The pool is absolutely beautiful. We didn't spend very much time at the pool because we were always at the beach, but a few times during our stay we lounged by the pool in the evening and then walked down to the beach to watch the sunset. The grounds are so lush and well kept and the walk to the beach isn't bad either. Some people got a ride from a golf cart but we elected to walk-the path is fairly steep in spots. The restaurant had burned down in July so there is no place to eat onsite. Because of the fire, the condo is only accessible through the employee parking lot and you have to walk past dumpsters and a maintenance office/garage. This wasn't ideal but not that big of a deal. Although you have to drive down a street with a bunch of speed bumps, we loved the location of this resort. less

— tomdor, Stayed 08/31/2011