Ammmmaaaazzzing. We arrived around 11pm due to crazy COVID protocol, so the drive in was a bit scary because it was so dark (we are used to the constant city lights). Checkin was painless and we were so grateful after almost 2 days of travel to get there (did I mention COVID protocols mess). Anyway, when we arrived the place was sparkling clean and it was silent outside except for crashing waves. It was so dark we could not gauge how far away we were from the water because of the darkness. In the morning, it was a glorious start when I opened my eyes and from my bed all I could see was ocean. It was spectacular! We all were dismayed by the sheer beauty.
The kitchen is VERY well equipped, has nice welcome touches, and all the beach gear you need is here including the fancy snorkels that you don’t put in your mouth.
Although Hanalei Bay was beautiful we preferred the more desolate Pu Poa Beach. It’s hard to find, but worth the short hike down. It’s shady and great for the littles. Also pay attention to when you can drive into and out of Hanalei Bay. If you see a line of cars, it’s open. Otherwise access is closed and you will have to make a u turn back home.
I would stay here again in a minute.