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Hanalei River Cottages

5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Waterfront wedding venue in Hanalei, Hawaii · 0.5 mi to the beach

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  • Setting waterfront venue, 0.5 mi to the beach — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
  • Phone +1 808-652-6022
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5-5016 Kuhio Hwy Cottage 1-4, Hanalei, HI 96714

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On the property

What couples name in their reviews of Hanalei River Cottages and what the venue states on its own site — the fastest way to tell what's actually here before you drive out.

What couples highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 23 Google reviews — in their own words, and only about the wedding and the setting.

🏝️ breathtaking beach setting 19 mentions

“Perfect location, warm friendly aloha spirit, beautifully curated, stylish, clean, and incredibly well stocked with modern day amenities peaceful, means one thing ….”

😌 stress-free planning 3 mentions

From the reviews

I've been coming to Hanalei for many years and this place may be the best/nicest Hanalei stay I've ever had. It's sort of half way between a fancy 5-star hotel like One Hotel and a nice vacation rental.

★★★★★ — Elf, Apr 2025

A Perfect Stay in Hanalei - Can't Recommend Enough! We had an unforgettable stay at this charming cottage on the river in Hanalei. This place truly has it all: a beautiful location, privacy, and great amenities.

★★★★★ — Nate, Nov 2024

This is our new favorite place to stay in Kauai. We love the North Shore, but wanted an alternative to the Princeville area. The Hanalei River cottage’s setting on the river is spectacular - you wake up every morning to incredible views out of every window.

★★★★★ — Mai, Jun 2025

This place was amazing! The location was super ideal for us; very close to multiple great restaurant options, cute shops, food markets, Hanalei Pier, Black Pot Beach, and literally being beside the Hanalei River itself. The property is extremely well set up for families, i.e.

★★★★★ — Taylor, Nov 2024

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Getting married at Hanalei River Cottages

Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.