1 Hotel Hanalei Bay

The place

On the hillside of Princeville in Kauai, a retreat that lets the island do the talking. G70's nature-inspired structure holds 252 rooms that blend into their surroundings — reclaimed wood furniture, native greenery, hand-chiseled stones, organic linens.

Two pools: an infinity edge with those picturesque views, and a large lagoon for slower afternoons. Below, a stretch of Puʻu Poa Beach is yours to reach directly — snorkeling, paddling, or simply staying put.

The six restaurants and bars keep the theme, celebrating farm-to-table cuisine from fresh, local, sustainable ingredients.