Charo’s at Ha’ena is back, sort of

Hanalei Colony Resort, a beachfront condominium resort in Ha’ena, has entered into an agreement with the owner of Charo’s to operate the beachfront facility as a site for meetings, banquets, weddings and other special events.

Charo’s had operated as a restaurant adjacent to the resort since 1985, but is no longer open to the public. The facility is now available for guests of Hanalei Colony, other hotels, wedding coordinators, meeting planners, nonprofit organizations and any others on Kaua’i – both groups and individuals – who are seeking a spectacular north shore site for a private event.

Arrangements for use of the facility are available exclusively through Hanalei Colony. The special event facility, which will retain the name Charo’s, includes a 2,500-square-foot kitchen and 3,000 square feet of dining or meeting area that can be divided into two separate sections, including a lounge area with a bar, and cable television.

“Instead of a large, window-less room with fluorescent lighting,” notes Hanalei Colony General Manager Laura Beemer, “Charo’s offers an endless view of the ocean, and a charm and ambiance unlike any other event facility on Kaua’i.”

In addition, a large manicured lawn fronts the facility and beach for indoor/outdoor options.

The layout of Charo’s provides versatility, and can be set up accordingly for elegant dinners, casual gatherings, high-tech meetings, or anything in-between.

The facility will comfortably accommodate up to 125 guests for sit-down dining, 150 for more informal receptions, and up to 100 for meetings, depending upon the seating arrangements.

For reservations or information on Charo’s special events facility or accommodations at Hanalei Colony, please call 826-6235.

To reach the group and event coordinator, e-mail weddings-events@hcr.com.