Experts' Choice Award Hanalei Bay
What the experts agree on
Hanalei Bay's iconic two-mile crescent stretches along Kauai's north shore, backed by dramatic 4,000-foot emerald mountains. White sand, clear waters, and three distinct beach parks make it quintessential Hawaii—picture-perfect and beautifully
“On the North Shore.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "This 2-mile crescent beach cradles a wide bay in a setting that is quintessential Hawaii." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Large, classically beautiful half-moon-shape beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A heart-stopping bay backed by 4,000-foot emerald mountains, Hanalei is technically several beach parks, rolled into one magnificent two-mile swath along Kauai's north shore"
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Travel + Leisure "Hanalei Bay actually offers three beaches: Black Pot Beach, Wai‘oli Beach, and Hanalei Beach...white sandy shores that stretch into sparkling waters, plus a spectacular tropical mountain backdrop."
Lonely Planet "Hanalei Bay is the stuff of Hawaiian vacation dreams. This expansive bay is backed by 4000ft emerald mountains – sometimes dotted with waterfalls – and stretches for 2 miles along Kaua’i..."
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Lonely Planet "The real reason visitors (and residents) flock here is for Hanalei Bay, a gorgeous crescent-shed sweep of sand that’s breathtaking at any time of day. Find a secluded spot on this 2-mile..."
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Lonely Planet "Kauaʻi has some of the best beaches in the world – and for the most part, they're free. Swim, snorkel, surf or just lounge with a good book on any of the island's gorgeous golden sands,..."
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Lonely Planet "Hanalei Bay in Kaua'i's preeminent horseshoe bay is the ultimate destination for many travelers and the global gods of surfing built their reputations on its half-dozen surf breaks. The..."
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