Luxury Healing Hotels Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
1571 Poipu Road, Poipu, Koloa, HI 96756, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know what hits you first at the Grand Hyatt Kauai? It’s not just the lobby (though that soaring atrium is pretty spectacular) – it’s how they managed to build something this grand without making it feel like you’re trapped in a tourist bubble. I mean, you’re right there in Poipu, maybe a five-minute walk to Brennecke’s Beach if you want to bodysurf with the locals, and the whole resort somehow feels integrated into the landscape rather than plunked down on top of it.
The property sprawls across these perfectly manicured grounds with lagoons and waterfalls that actually don’t feel cheesy – which honestly surprised me. There’s this lazy river situation that winds through the pools, and while it sounds like something you’d roll your eyes at, it’s actually pretty genius when you’ve got kids or you just want to float around with a mai tai. The spa is tucked away in this quiet corner where you can hear the ocean but not the pool chatter, and their lomi lomi massage therapists know what they’re doing. What really sold me though was how the staff talks story with you – not that scripted aloha stuff, but genuine conversations about where to find the best poke or which beaches have the gentlest surf for beginners.
Here’s the thing about staying here versus some of the other Poipu resorts – you’re walking distance to actual restaurants that locals eat at, not just resort dining (though their Tidepools restaurant is legitimately good, especially if you snag a table right over the koi pond). The beach access is solid too; you can walk straight out to Shipwreck Beach, which gets crazy with surfers and boogie boarders, or head the other direction toward the calmer family spots. Parking’s never been an issue when I’ve visited, and check-in is usually smooth unless you hit those peak travel days in December or March when half the mainland seems to descend on Kauai. The rooms are what you’d expect from Hyatt – comfortable beds, decent views (ocean-facing if you splurge, garden views that are honestly quite lovely too), and bathrooms with those deep soaking tubs that feel essential after a day hiking the Sleeping Giant trail. Sure, it’s pricier than some options, but you’re paying for that balance of luxury and authenticity that’s surprisingly hard to find on the islands these days.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.5
Comfort: 9.4
Location: 9.4
Free WiFi: 9.4
Facilities: 9.3
Cleanliness: 9.3
Value for money: 7.5
Robert from Guernsey
Brilliant staff, friendly and helpful, great location and facilities, a real quality property
Pam from United States
Aaron from United States
The overall property was luxurious.
Drew from United States
The employees were extraordinary
Christopher from United States
EVERYTHING!!
Richard from United States
Beautiful with many amenities
Jessica from United States
That everything was at your fingertips. The staff was amazing. Our room was perfect location. The housekeepers were amazing. The resort was just all around beautiful. We really enjoyed our time at the Hyatt
Michelle from Australia
The adult pool was brilliant and the food was of high standard.
Shops were good variety and shuttle service in the evening was fantastic.
Ripkey from United States
Gorgeous grounds, beautiful, HUGE and clean pool with an adult section, plenty of lounge chairs so no need to frantically search for a place to relax at the pool, gorgeous beach and fantastic hiking area right next to the resort, fabulous food/restaurants in the resort, wonderful local artist kiosks every day in the lobby, very receptive and...
Lisa from United States
Well maintained, clean pools. Access to the beach. Employees were very helpful and nice!
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Kalawai Park: 13 km
- Moir Gardens: 2.3 km
- Kihahouna Heiau: 1 km
- Kukuiolono Park: 13 km
- Poipu Beach Park: 3.8 km
- Prince Kuhio Park: 4 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Starbucks: 2.4 km
- Restaurant Ilima Terrace Restaurant: 450 m
Natural beauty:
- Peak Pihakekua (27m): 1.1 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Poipu Beach: 1.7 km
- Kiahuna Beach: 2.1 km
- Shipwreck Beach: 500 m
- Gillin’s Beach: 3.1 km
- Brennecke’s Beach: 1.4 km
Closest airports:
- Lihue Airport: 23 km
ROOMS
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Accessible Tub - Disability Access with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with Accessible Shower - Disability Access with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Partial Ocean View - Disability Access with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Suite with Ocean View with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Standard Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Partial Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Resort View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Partial Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Resort View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Ocean View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- Pool Suite with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Grand Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- Royal Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
- Presidential Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Accessible Shower - Disability Access with 2 large double beds for 4 adults
- Connecting Room with 1 extra-large double bed and 2 large double beds for 7 adults
- Alii Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Garden View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults
- King Room with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for 3 adults
FACILITIES
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Private bathroom
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Water slide
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre Additional charge
- Sauna Additional charge
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Aerobics Additional charge
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Tennis equipment Additional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club Additional charge
- Snorkelling Additional charge
- Diving
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Table tennis
- Billiards
- Games room
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Higher level toilet
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- German
- English
- Spanish
- Japanese
- Portuguese
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser press Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Salt-water pool
- Shallow end
- Water slide
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.:
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 19
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
1571 Poipu Road, Poipu, Koloa, HI 96756, United States
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