1 hotel for children

Question

Have any of you stayed at 1 hotel in hanalei bay with your children? I'm looking to stay a few days this summer but can't find any kids menus at any of the restaurants so I'm curious if it's more of an adults resort.

Answer

Aloha — great question. Yes, 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay *can* work for families with children, though its vibe leans toward eco-luxury; it's not exclusively an “adults-only” resort. Here’s what I found (and what others say based on experience):

Kid-Friendly Features at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

The hotel has a Seedlings program (kids club) with nature-based activities, storytelling, lei-making, and a marine-life magic/tidepool program.
There is a keiki (children’s) shallow pool; the property also has a main pool and a separate adult-only infinity pool.
“Outdoor Activities” include kid-friendly options: stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, and guided explorations.
According to HotelsWithKids, they have connecting rooms, and they note “kids options” for the food.
The Sandbox Poolside Restaurant explicitly has a “keiki menu” for children.
The hotel also offers a “Family Escape” package, which includes a picnic pack for four — showing they do market to families.

Real Guest Feedback

On TripAdvisor, some travelers note that the resort has fewer children than you might expect.
From a parent’s review (via Reddit): “That’s the only luxury hotel in all of Kauai … Hanalei Bay is really great for small kids. 1 Hotel has had enough families go through.”
Another Reddit guest suggests booking connecting rooms if you’re with kids, as the layout helps with flexibility.

Things to Consider / Possible Trade-offs

While there *are* children’s menus and a kids club, the overall restaurant concept leans “mindful and local” rather than typical resort fare.
The adult-only infinity pool may attract more guests without kids, so depending on when you stay, the adult pool could be more used.
Some TripAdvisor users believe the resort skewed toward younger, child-free travelers on their stays.
Because it’s a luxury eco-resort, the cost may be higher — especially if you want family-friendly rooms, connecting rooms, or suites. (Has 252 rooms, many with eco-design finishes.)

Conclusion

Yes — 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay *does accommodate children* and has thoughtful programming for families. It's not strictly adult-only, and you'll find family-friendly amenities, a keiki menu, and a kids club. However, its design and offerings are more refined and “eco-luxury” rather than kid-centric resort-camp, so if your priority is a very casual, child-focused property (with, say, water slides or very loud kid activity), there might be better choices. But for a more upscale, relaxing, *still kid-friendly* stay, it’s a very solid pick.