Hanalei Colony Resort F3 - These unique Hanalei vacation rentals are north shore Kauai's only true beachfront resort, recently voted one of Travel + Leisure's top 20 favorite resorts! This lovely upstairs corner condo has been updated inside and includes a large shady lanai with oceanfront view, all about 30 seconds from the sand. There is one bedroom, furnished with a king bed. For privacy, it can be closed off from the rest of the unit with sliding shoji screens which still allow air flow to keep you cool at night. A second bedroom is furnished with two twin beds, giving you the option to sleep two additional people You can use the room as a living area or office space if it's a working vacation for two. It also has sliding shoji screens for visual privacy. Note that sound will still carry, so if you're streaming a late-night movie, be sure to keep the volume low. The living and dining areas are comfortably furnished and there are dramatic ocean views from each of the large picture windows. You won't mind cooking in the cozy full kitchen which includes everything you need for simple meal preparation. While there are no televisions in the apartments, wifi is provided so you won't be completely cut off from the modern world. (Only as cut off as you wish to be.) Guests at F3 will be able to take advantage of their own secure ultra high speed internet connection thru Spectrum cable.
In order to take full advantage of the Hawaiian trade winds, this unit faces directly oceanfront and offers unobstructed panoramic sea views. When the trade winds die down, multiple high-speed fans provide plenty of breeze as well. Whether enjoying a meal or relaxing on the lanai, or enjoying the spectacular view from inside the unit, staying at the Hanalei Colony Resort F3 condo is an experience few are fortunate to have, and one you will never forget. And because this unit is one of the few at Hanalei Colony Resort equipped with ultra-high-speed, secure internet service, it is also perfect for those who need to mix a little work with their wave-watching!
In addition to Hanalei Colony Resort F3's welcoming interior and views, and the beach just in front, the location offers additional amenities for guests to enjoy including pool, jacuzzi, barbecue grills, and guest laundry room. Walk next door to the Opakapaka Bar and Grill or across the parking lot to the Hanalei Day Spa. Just five minutes past the charming town of Hanalei, you'll find that shopping and dining options are conveniently close. It's the perfect Kauai vacation rental for proposals, honeymoons, anniversaries, and other romantic occasions. Whether your plans include a romantic occasion, a working vacation, or something in between, the Hanalei Colony Resort F3 can help ensure you enjoy a never-to-be-forgotten Kauai North Shore vacation!
While wonderfully furnished and right next to the beach, please know that the development was built in simpler times. The units are smaller and have kitchens to match. Some normal amenities will be absent given the space and purposeful attempt to honor the simplicity of earlier times: you won’t find a dishwasher or washing machine in any of the units (there is a laundry room on the premises), and most units have no televisions (though wifi is available for those of us who can't escape work or want to stream our favorite shows).
As with most homes on Kauai, this vacation rental is NOT air conditioned.
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Registration Number: TA-071-662-5920-01, GE-071-662-5920-01, 580110270024
Lianna P.
Jun 25, 2024
Beautiful location on the beach, short drive into town and 20 minute walk to tunnels beach. Great view and place to stay.
ryan M.
Jun 20, 2024
No thrills but easy drives to hanalei Bay and Tunnels Beach. Our place was right on the water and could just listen to the waves all night! Can't get into the water at this location but we knew that beforehand.
Kari H.
Mar 23, 2024
The pictures match the reality -- we sat outside with wine and were watching waves fairly close to the unit.:-) It can be a minimal beach on high tide and the tide comes up to the resort rock boundary. For folks looking for a condo on a beach in the Hanalei area, this unit is a great home base. A small but functional kitchen and although no dishwasher, the starter cleaning supplies -- sponge, brushes, Dawn, made it simple to keep up with the disk washing. A comfortable bed and falling asleep to the waves... Ahhh, wish I was back there again. :-) The WIFI worked great and was specific to this unit. The door lock keycodes were nice as we didn't have to worry about losing a key in the sand or anything. With prior arrangements, the Haena state park shuttle will pick up ticket holders at the resort which was very nice. And we found the restaurant, OPAKAPAKA, next door to the resort, delicious. They can make togo food, then take it to the condo and eat outside overlooking the waves. We had a very relaxing time. :-)
Laura B.
Mar 03, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
F3 was exactly as pictured. We found property very clean and comfortable with everything we could possibly need. Everything was in working order with exception of one toilet running and not flusing right and one of the back small windows with wooden louvers, did not open and close completely (maybe warped from moisture?) Most likely will be returning. Would love to get ground level unit in Bld A but could not find information on it on web. Second floor was nice, but difficult to drag suitcases up. Although it was fine for my husband and I, we are not sure family with kids or even adults who are "sun worshipers" would be satisfied with the limited access to a swimming beach. It was great to listen to wave and feel breeze but we are much older...not interested in frolicking in the ocean.
Jay F.
Mar 01, 2024
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The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We spent a week here and one in Poipu. For our taste this is the place. If you want to sleep on the 10th floor and sit around a crowded pool this is not for you. Yes, the unit could use some updating but for location and atmosphere Hanalei Colony can't be beat. WE WILL BE BACK!
BJ C.
Nov 29, 2023
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The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great little spot right on the water. About 180 degrees of ocean views. While it is in a complex, you'll barely notice in this unit. Constant sounds of the ocean waves crashing on the beach, morning views of the sun rising over Princeville, this is a great spot. Great for a couple but would also work if you have one or two small children as there are two twin beds in the side room. There are also two full bathrooms which is quite nice as well! There is a restaurant on site with a great owner and staff. You'll want to stop in there and have a drink with the locals; they're all great folks. We'll be back to book this place again within the year.
Michele B.
Jul 20, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect location on the north shore of Kauai. Sounds if the ocean all day and night were so relaxing and the condo’s sunrise and ocean views were amazing
Kathrine A.
Jul 15, 2023
First of, the location and grounds are beautiful. It is ocean front so you can’t beat that and the pool area is wonderful for the kids and kept very clean and beautifully groomed.
The online description was not kidding about the trade winds though. The entire time we were there the gusts were 15-30 mph so we we not able to enjoy the lanai or the beach front and had to drive over to hanalei beach to escape the wind. So keep this in mind if you have kids.
Also while the vrbo property alludes to it, I’m not sure it’s made clear the property does not have air conditioning. Even with the winds the apartment stays a bit too warm and we had to keep both the front door and back open all night to get ventilation.
Lastly the place could have used a bit more sprucing up. All the sheets, pillows and towels seemed very used and musty and need replacing for comfort.
While we enjoyed our stays there we’re definitely things that could have made the stay more comfortable.
Kathrine A.
Jun 30, 2023
First of, the location and grounds are beautiful. It is ocean front so you can’t beat that and the pool area is wonderful for the kids and kept very clean and beautifully groomed.
The online description was not kidding about the trade winds though. The entire time we were there the gusts were 15-30 mph so we we not able to enjoy the lanai or the beach front and had to drive over to hanalei beach to escape the wind. So keep this in mind if you have kids.
Also while the vrbo property alludes to it, I’m not sure it’s made clear the property does not have air conditioning. Even with the winds the apartment stays a bit too warm and we had to keep both the front door and back open all night to get ventilation.
Lastly the place could have used a bit more sprucing up. All the sheets, pillows and towels seemed very used and musty and need replacing for comfort.
While we enjoyed our stays there we’re definitely things that could have made the stay more comfortable.
Mike K.
Jun 07, 2023
Accommodations were great, clean, well organized, some recreational beach equipment provided in closet. Amazing sun rises and ever present ocean waves sounds. Check in and out a breeze. Close to everything on North Shore. Great time was had.
Mike K.
May 23, 2023
Accommodations were great, clean, well organized, some recreational beach equipment provided in closet. Amazing sun rises and ever present ocean waves sounds. Check in and out a breeze. Close to everything on North Shore. Great time was had.
tom b.
May 22, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Awesome view
Todd P.
May 18, 2023
First off, great location!!! Peaceful, and the ocean will lull you right to sleep. Great having meals on the lanai, and walking the beach. Tunnels beach is close for great snorkeling. Hiking the Kalalau trail is close. North shore Kauai magic, and I didn't hear a single rooster.
But, when we first walked in there was an overwhelming must smell. We opened all the windows and it cleared out mostly, except if your nose was anywhere near the carpet. My allergies were going crazy, and I was in a Benadryl stupor if I had to spend anything over a hour inside the unit, which was unavoidable as a couple days were very rainy.
Which leads to another thing I didn't realize - No TV. You don't really need one, unless you're stuck inside from the rain and are tired of reading.
All and all, 3 stars - some great, some not so great. If you don't have allergies, and love reading, this is the worlds best spot.
Melissa F.
May 18, 2023
it's a down to earth type place away from the big hotel feel. It was quiet except for a little construction next door. Love the view. Having the restaurant on site was a bonus. The Ke'e shuttle picks up and drops off in the parking lot if you pre arrange it. So convenient. Would definitely come back.
Debbie and Dan G.
Mar 29, 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were very pleased with our 6 day stay at F3 in Hanalei Colony Resort. There were 4 of us and we were comfortable with the two rooms and bath facilities. It turned out that the downstairs condo was in the midst of being remodeled which meant some major noise on weekdays when we were there, but when I shared this we were fairly compensated which was kind and fair. We would definitely book this again. The location just can’t be beat. The beauty from the lanai is indescribable.
