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Of all of the hotels that I have visited in the last year, the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa has to be one of my favourites! If you travel to Kauai, you have to visit this hotel even if it is just to view their beautiful grounds. This is one of Hawaii’s best luxury hotels and it has been chosen as “one of the World’s Best Hotels” by Travel & Leisure readers and placed on the “Gold List” by Conde Nast Traveler readers. Having recently undergone a multi-million-dollar renovation, this luxury hotel has taken on a new level of elegance. This stunning four-story resort is built into the oceanside bluffs and overlooks Shipwreck Beach in sunny Poipu located in the southern part of Kauai. Set on 50 oceanfront acres ,the $250 –million Hyatt uses classic Hawaiian architecture with clean lines and simple elegance that is both functional and beautiful. The resort features beautiful landscaped, lush gardens with meandering pools, a water playground with a river pool, lagoons, waterfalls and perfectly manicured lawns. So let’s start at the entrance and go inside this hotel and see what it looks like.
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First we want to check in at the front desk. Notice the beautiful paintings, the flowers and the plants.
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Wait until you see the rest of the pictures! Seventy percent of the 602 spacious rooms have an ocean or a partial ocean view with the rest overlooking the lagoon or the gardens. The room refurbishment included a new look with replaced wall coverings, flooring, curtains, furniture and décor. I like the linens with the traditional kapa prints and the sugar plantation window shutters. The bedroom is relaxing with colors from nature and look at the great balcony. Wouldn’t you like to sleep here?
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Look at the detailing in the hand carved headboard made out of exotic Sapele wood with the imprint of the native Hapu’u fern.
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I love the luxury of a rain-style shower and the marble countertops with double sinks in the bathroom.
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Can you imagine staying here in the Presidental Suite?
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The interior of the hotel is open and airy with lots of lush greenery and gardens. Notice the elegant tall entrance ways. Photo courtesy of Muriel MacRaeThere are lots of outdoor verandas with tables and chairs.
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The sea breezes definitely mix with the lush tropical plants in the lobby area. I love the views from different parts of the hotel…
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Can’t you see yourself eating dinner in this restaurant while you enjoy this view?
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And there are so many places to just sit and enjoy life!
Photo courtesy of Muriel MacRaeHow about a cool drink on a hot day?
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Or a romantic dinner in a setting like this?
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The hotel is full of different little gardens. Notice the picture made of tiles.
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And then there are the beautiful flowers! Lots and lots of them!
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I love orchids!!
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You will want to make sure that you have a relaxing massage in this tropical paradise, so follow the path to the Anara Spa.
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What about having a massage in the couple treatment Hale?
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And so ends a quick tour of the inside of this fabulous hotel. Here is a peak at the manicured lawns outside, but you will have to wait until tomorrow to see the rest of the grounds. You need to know that they are spectacular!
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Muriel MacRae plans exciting getaways and customized vacations for honeymooners and families. As the owner of Del Sol Travel, she offers romantic vacations with personalized service and unique itineraries. Getting to know and understand her clients is critical in helping turn their ideas and vision into a unique and memorable masterpiece when creating their customized vacation. Located in Calgary, Alberta, she plans weddings, destination weddings, and honeymoons for couples in and around the Calgary and Banff area and throughout North America. For more information about planning your wedding, honeymoon, or romantic getaway, please contact her at travelinfo@delsoltravel.ca or phone 403-477-0642.
