We're not really "Resort" people, but we took this offer from Westin as part of a "come see our properties and listen to our sales pitch" routine, so we received a nice discount. The staff was very good, and our stay was pleasant. We spent most of our time exploring the island. As I said, we aren't ones who travel to sit and relax or play golf, so this setting isn't really aimed at us. However, for travelers who are into these "activities," the Westin is probably a good choice.

This is our 5th trip to Hawaii...4 times to Maui and this time to Kauai. We are new owners in the Westin Resort Villas. Last year we stayed in Maui. This year we are in Kauai. Our 1 bed villas in both places were pretty identical. Lovely and spacious with the typical Westin ambience. The major difference is the more relaxed nature of Kauai. Princeville is off the beaten path in Kauai. This is a good thing if one wants to relax and rejuvenate, which was the case for us. We stayed 13 nights and thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful ambience of the grounds and our accommodations. The restaurant, Nanea, was excellent and the resort is about a mile from a Foodland (comparable to Safeway). We will definitely return.

We literally chose this hotel because of the vegan dinner menu option, which was delicious. I wish the other food options (lunch, brunch) were more vegan-friendly as well. Nice fitness center and pools. The arrival was underwhelming to say the least though. You're excited to arrive in Hawaii and you're expecting a warm Aloha and perhaps a lei..... Nope. And as Starwood Gold I went to the appropriate section of the front desk only to be totally ignored by Nicole who was busy chatting away with some personal friends and offering them a great rate at the hotel. While little me, paying full price, gets to stand there waiting for her friendly-time to be over....
P.S. Staying on the North Shore in the winter? Umm, think again and head to Poipu for sun and manageable ocean.

Stayed there for 10 awesome days. Entire staff was very friendly and helpful. Room had everything that we needed. Atmosphere was very laid back and very relaxing. Many infinity pools and hot tubs. Seems like just a dream now. Couldn't have been better. If we make it back to Kauai we WILL stay there again.