Basic Information
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa is a 4-star luxury resort located in Koloa, Hawaii, United States. Situated in the Poipu district of Kauai, this expansive oceanfront property offers a stunning tropical retreat.
Unique Selling Points
This resort stands out for its breathtaking location and world-class amenities:
- Ranked #2 out of 8 hotels in Poipu on TripAdvisor
- Features a 2,000-foot-long saltwater lagoon pool
- Home to the largest spa in Hawaii – Spa Grande
- Offers the world’s first water elevator
Accommodations
The resort boasts 605 spacious rooms and suites, many with ocean views. Accommodations feature:
- Private lanais (balconies)
- Hawaiian-inspired decor
- Modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and coffee makers
- Luxurious bathrooms with premium toiletries
Amenities and Services
Guests can enjoy a wealth of amenities and services:
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
- 24-hour front desk and room service
- Fitness center and yoga classes
- Multiple pools including adult-only options
- Tennis courts and a championship golf course
- Kids club and children’s activities
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning and laundry services
Dining Options
The resort offers multiple dining venues to satisfy every palate:
- Ilima Terrace – American cuisine with ocean views
- Stevenson’s Sushi & Spirits – Featuring sushi and cocktails
- Multiple bars and lounges, including a poolside snack bar
Recreation and Leisure
The Grand Hyatt Kauai excels in recreational offerings:
- Multi-level Wailea Canyon Activity Pool with water slides and a lazy river
- Spa Grande – 50,000 sq ft facility with 40 treatment rooms
- Saltwater lagoon for swimming and water sports
- Poipu Bay Golf Course
- Fitness center with personal training options
- Scuba diving lessons in a custom-designed training pool
Business Facilities
For business travelers, the resort offers:
- Business center
- Meeting and banquet facilities
- Fax and photocopying services
Nearby Attractions
The resort’s prime location puts guests close to many attractions:
- Shipwreck’s Beach – 15-minute walk
- Poipu Bay Golf Course – adjacent to the resort
- Poipu Shopping Village – 1.3 miles away
- Maha’ulepu Heritage Trail – 0.7 miles
- Brennecke’s Beach – 0.8 miles
Transportation
The Grand Hyatt Kauai is approximately 16.3 miles from Lihue Airport (LIH). The resort offers paid airport shuttle services for guests’ convenience.
Guest Reviews
With a TripAdvisor rating of 4.5 out of 5, guests consistently praise the Grand Hyatt Kauai:
“Awesome accommodation, everything you need and much more. It’s huge and beautiful. A great resort.”
“Bed particularly comfortable, location perfect, bathing landscape fabulous.”