Upon arrival I threw open the doors to the terrace to a pitch black view with just the sounds of crashing waves a hint of what the darkness held. Imagine my surprise the next morning to see this incredible view of Hanalei Bay. Over the next few days I indulged in a luxury wellness journey which would leave me relaxed and refreshed. I’ve enjoyed spas at other luxury resorts but 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay provides the most complete wellness retreat I’ve ever had.
Whether planning your next girls getaway or a solo trip to unwind, the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay Wellbeing Journeys are a perfect fit.
Writer hosted on a press trip.
SheBuysTravel Tip: If you stay in a Wellness Sanctuary make sure to take the offered room tour which shows guests all the wellness amenities. I didn’t take it and all week regretted it as I discovered new things in the room I wish I had known about.
The Within Wellbeing Wellness Package at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
The thoughtfully designed Wellbeing Journey at the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay immerses guests in a four night stay (minimum required) chocked full of luxury elements. Each of the included elements can be tailored for each guest’s goals during their stay.
Wellbeing Journeys include:
- Daily $200 food and beverage credit
- Two touchless therapies
- Two 50-minute Bamford Signature Treatments
- Two Anatomy Body Architect private training sessions
- One Vitality Kaua’i IV consultation & therapy
- In room wellness amenities such as Normatec Compression Boots
The resort also offers other spa packages for shorter stays. For those with no budget book a Retreat Collection Suite which includes a staggering amount of amenities including a dedicated VIP Guru.
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Planning Your Stay
Each 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay Wellbeing Journey includes a variety of these elements at Bamford Wellness Spa, Anatomy, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, Vitality Kauai and Touchless Therapies. A true wellness experience encompasses mind, body, and spirit and the resort delivers with curated offerings.
Bamford Wellness Spa
Carole Bamford, a passionate champion of wellness based on a heartfelt connection with nature inspired the Bamford Wellness Spa. Highlights include:
- Treatments use specially formulated products from the Bamford body and skincare lines made from natural and organic ingredients.
- 18 treatment rooms with two dedicated to couples
- Steam room and the serene relaxation lounge for before or after spa treatments
- The spa’s gift shop is the largest shop on the property.
- I recommend the Bamford Botanical Sugar Scrub. After the gentle scrub, my skin was nourished with healing oils based on Hawaiian Plant Medicine.
Touchless Therapies
Touchless Therapies are unique ways guests can enjoy the latest in trailblazing treatments. Some are available in the Bamford Spa and others in a designated space in Anatomy. I loved the Normatec 3 compression leg cuffs which I experienced as a spa treatment and also used the set in my room.
- Try the Ocean Float Room, a flotation tank that creates a zero-gravity environment.
- The Somadome Meditation Pod provides stress relief in a tech-enabled meditation vessel.
- Breathe in 100% pure oxygen with the Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
- A variety of other items such as Normatec 3 compression leg cuffs are available in the spa.
Anatomy
Once one of the ballrooms for the old St. Regis Princeville, Anatomy transformed the space into the largest fitness center I have ever used in a hotel. Overseen by former NFL player Marc Megna, skilled Anatomy Body Architects help bring your fitness to a whole new level. Anatomy also offers a variety of fitness and body analysis tests for a fee. Each day there are group classes available for guests staying at the hotel or guests can book one-on-one classes and training.
Vitality Kauai
The hotel has partnered with Vitality Kauai which offers a variety of treatments including innovative premium IV therapies that can be targeted to guests’ wellness goals. State-of-the-art medical aesthetics are available as well. Treatments can be coordinated with your home medical care if blood tests etc are needed prior to your arrival or they can be done while staying at the hotel.
Other Wellness Activities
I enhanced my wellbeing journey by taking advantage of the many activities the resort offers through their daylife program. Hiking up into the mountains on a nature hike let me experience the natural beauty of Kauai. Here is a sample of the many offerings:
- Take an Audi excursion to Limahui Garden & Preserve
- Sacred Sound Sanctuary
- Learn about plants at the Wai Apothecary Tea Bar
- Coral reef talk
- Learn to Hula
Healthy Food – An essential part of a Wellness Retreat
I’ll be honest I have never had any interest in pursuing a plant based diet. It just felt like a punishment to me until I dined at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay restaurants. The hotel’s website states, “Eating well is part of being well”. During my Wellbeing Journey I dined on a variety of nutrient rich foods created from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Try an immersive experience such as a private tour of the organic rooftop garden or learn how to cook a healthy meal.
One of my favorite dishes during my stay was just vegetables and an eggplant dish. So simple but so delicious. Freshly picked produce really makes a difference.
How to get to 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
The resort is located at 5520 Ka Haku Rd, Princeville, HI 96722. It is a 40-50 mile drive from the Lihue Airport. Certain categories of rooms include roundtrip airport transfers.
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