New 1 Hotel Hanalei –
The new premier wellness sanctuary of the Hawaiian islands opens on the North Shore of Kauai on February 15th. Previously known as the St. Regis Hotel, the property, after changing hands in 2018, has undergone a two-year, $250 million renovation.
Located on the bluffs of Princeville, the 252-room 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is not only unique in its location, but unique because of its biophilic design. Organic open spaces flow seamlessly from the indoor into the garden and over into the breathtaking panoramic view of Hanalei Bay – one of the world’s most stunning backdrops. But expect a hefty price tag if you wish to stay there.
The hotel management team met with Princeville Community Leaders yOn Thursday to explain the mission of the SH Hotel Group and the sustainable sanctuaries 1 Hotels are building across the globe. In Princeville this wellness sanctuary aims to be a 100% Certified Carbon Neutral oasis.
Some of the community leaders that met with the 1 Hotel Hanalei team included:
Rory Enright – President Kauai North Shore Community Foundation
Maylette Garces – General Manager Princeville of Hanalei Community Association
Ellene Grace – Chairperson of Friends of the Fountain
JD Hansen – Director-at-Large Princeville of Hanalei Community Association
Bobby Trent Jones – Golf course architect of Makai golf course and Prince golf course
Paul Mace – President of Villas on the Prince
Dan Metsch – Secretary Princeville of Hanalei Community Association
Teri Peers – Treasurer Princeville of Hanalei Community Association
Donna Rice – President Kaiulani of Princeville
Ken Rosenthal – Chair Ohana Fitfest, Board member KNSCF
Matthew Schaller – Architect, former project manager of the Princeville Hotel
Stefan Swanepoel – President Princeville II Community Association, founder I Heart Princeville
Patti Thiele – President Princeville of Hanalei Community Association
From the discussions it was evident that the 1 Hotel Hanalei team is focussed on being mindful of Kauai, the Aina and its Kanaka. For that we thank them, and welcome them to our neighborhood.
To reach the 1 Hanalei Hotel of reserve a room visit https://www.1hotels.com/hanalei-bay
For a list of all hotels and resorts in Princeville visit the accommodations page on the I Heart Princeville website.
