I really enjoyed this spa. It was very peaceful and well equipped. There was a lovely eucalyptus…read moresteam room, a sauna, cold plunge, hot tub, multiple relaxation rooms ... all with special touches. Cold washcloth infused with an amazing scent, cucumbers for the eyes, flavored waters, a tea station, and light snacks. They had every needed toiletry. Everything was well kept and refreshed after each use. My massage with Holly on 1/5 was amazing. So relaxing. She allowed me to talk until I was calm (I get a little nervous with a new person) and made sure I was very comfortable. The massage felt so good I almost fell asleep. I felt amazing afterwards. No aches and pains. I felt 20 years younger. Thank you Holly. You're amazing!!! I came back 3 days later and had a massage from Piper. It was not relaxing. I'd call it more energizing. She worked the muscles hard. A very different massage. I definitely did not fall asleep during this massage. No talking, the music was annoying and the temperature was extreme. Sadly not my preference but might be someone else's. (My impression was the Holly let the client direct the massage where Piper told the client how the massage was going to happen). I will make sure I request Holly and change my schedule to match hers if necessary. She relaxed my muscles and touched my heart and soul. Mahalo. The receptionist is really sweet. She's nice to talk to and very knowledgeable about the shop and various things in the shop. She remembered my name when I called back to switch days and times. Susie was a great attendant. Everything was clean and well stocked. She even made sure the kettle water for my tea was hot. Thank you!!!

We stayed at the Ritz for my husband's work event. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and they…read moreheld our bags while I took a walk on the coastal walk and called me when the room was ready. The staff brought our bags up quickly after and set up our bags. There are two closets and a mini fridge in between. They also have a safe in a very unique area. The bathroom is large with a separate toilet room however due to the layout the shower is a bit small - not conducive for shaving your legs.

A gem next to the Kaanapali resort area. Best food in town,…read moreof the entire week we were there. Everyone enjoyed their choice. Great service, casual dining inside and outside table - but high end ingredients. Mixed bourbon drink was too sweet, but the bartender gave me an extra shot of bourbon to make it more palatable.

Tried the ahi BLT with tater tots. It was nice to try something new. We normally get the fish…read moretacos. The ahi BLT was fantastic. Everything is better with bacon. But what made the visit special was the great service from Shane. He took care of the special requests that my niece and wife made. They had the tropical mahi rice bowel. The fish was cooked to perfection. So nice not to have dry fish. Happy fish = happy people.

I really enjoyed my recent stay at the Westin in Kaanapali. I'd say that it checked the boxes in…read moreevery regard that was important to me - convenience, great location, updated facilities, and family friendly. I came here late April 2026. When you first arrive and walk into the lobby, it is quite stunning. I don't know when their latest renovation was, but it feels updated within the past 7-8 years, modern but also keeping that nice Hawaiian touch. You're welcomed by several live plants and flowers covering the walls in the breezeway when you walk towards the front desk, and can spot a waterfall and koi pond. Rooms - As Marriott Bonvoy members, we luckily got upgraded to the room with view of ocean and expansive pool area - literally looks like the picture featured on this Yelp review. It's a stunning view. The room itself was also nicely updated! It felt modern, yet still cozy and inviting. We got 2 queens, and it seems that every room comes with a balcony. We all loved the balcony - great way to be outside and enjoy the weather, live music, and dry your swimsuits. Anyway, the room itself was very comfortable, and it's hard to find updated rooms in Maui for a somewhat decent price. I think my only complaint is that it was a bit small - it was ok for the 3 of us (2 adults + 1 toddler), but I can't imagine coming here as a family of 4 with teenagers, and have to squeeze into the small room. Swimming pools - there were several to choose from, including a designated kid's pool, regular pool, and adult only pools. They were each nicely designed and landscaped with the trees - there were several slides for each pool, and designed in such a way where you couldn't even notice them. Also, the adult pool was hidden, so little ones aren't tempted to access the adult only pool, and I'm sure it worked well the other way by not being able to hear the kids! The towel process was a little annoying. We were given several towel cards good for each towel. But the annoying thing was that we had to carry separate towel cards separate from our room key, that was a wristband. Might as well just combine the two to make it more convenient for guests? Not that it was a huge hinderance - just a suggestion. Beach access - you are basically right there, on a public beach. It was extremely convenient to be right there, grabbing our towels from the hotel and using them for the beach. If you want lounge chairs, umbrellas, etc. though, you will have to pay a fee to rent them. Obviously it's not as nice as other hotels that have that all set up for you, like we've experienced in other countries, but hey, it's just the Westin. Restaurants - There aren't too many restaurants to choose from here - but we did really enjoy the Hale Moʻolelo Restaurant/Bar. We didn't actually eat here at all, but enjoyed cocktails here every night. They have live music DAILY each evening, and welcome all ages, including our toddler. I was getting tired of the Hawaiian tiki drinks, started ordering regular cocktails, which were decent. The live music alone was wonderful each evening. There was also the Ulu Kitchen by Merriman's, which we were somewhat interested in trying, but never got around to it. Marriott Bonvoy members also get free breakfast with their stay. They did not have a designated breakfast restaurant, unfortunately, but rather they gave us credit for the convenience store that served hot food and other beverages. They had options such as Loco Moco, scrambled eggs and potatoes, acai bowls, spam masubi. Honestly it was all very disappointing food - my daughter really only liked the spam masubi that didn't seem worth it for one entree item. We did utilize the free beverage for bottled water each day though, which was convenient. Location - was wonderful too. It was located right next to Whaler's Village, which is a shopping center with lots of restaurants, coffee, an ABC store, etc. It's a short walk, and we walked here each morning to get coffee, have my toddler run around, and also walk around with her in the stroller during her naps. The hotel is also located with just a few minutes drive to Lahaina, where more restaurants were. Amenities - they have random pet parrots that come out during the daytime, which my daughter loved seeing each day. Fun to see the fish in the koi pond. Also, they have random vendors/activities in their breezeway where the shops are, including pineapple tasting, hat making, etc. which can be fun for the little ones. The arcade was also pretty amazing. Some of the games have this "play until you win" feature, which was really nice for all kids playing to win something. My daughter was hooked. Elevators can be slow. We found that the ones located on the side closest to the front desk were faster than the ones closer to the Arcade! Just realize that this place seemed like it was intended for families, but it was executed quite nicely. Would highly recommend.

DONT stay here if you want calm or any sort of peace unless you love a sea of humanity! Especially…read morethe south tower near the convention center! They have almost nightly Luau activity till later than we sometimes stay up after getting up at sunset and a Long Beach day. It's fine to see and hear once but this is ridiculous. They also host huge corporate events that literally take over the whole place and make late noise. Rooms are tiny that we saw others in and staff is clueless. They let people have room parties until well into the morning keeping the whole floor loud even after asking their feckless security to handle it. Like 2am with 20 plus people in a little room and slider door open. Staff just began to hang up when called and it took going to the front desk and yelling a lot to affect the closure of one of these room parties. Good luck with the sea of crap around the pools too! We have stayed at the other Westin North before and it wasn't much better so we won't be staying at a Westin anytime In the future.

This review is for the social hall. The complex also includes tennis courts, and a gymnasium…read more While I haven't organized any parties here, I've attended a few. This is the community center for the west side. The building is not climate-controlled. I've been to parties only at night when its cooler, so I'm not sure how it is during the day in the severe Lahaina sun. The kitchen area seems adequate in size. The main hall is pretty spacious and fits between 200-300 people. There's an outdoor kitchen that most parties use as a bar. The bathrooms are close by and are clean. Parking is adequate on either side of the hall.

Attended the Sunday Craft Fair, which is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. We went around 1:40 p.m. There…read morewere lots of vendors both inside the civic center and outside along the walkways and in the yard. We found affordable wooden, laser-cut bookmarks, Tahitian pearl and authentic Hawaiian sea glass necklaces and bracelets, and ceramic whistles! Fun to wander around to see what we could find. I find that most Maui people are friendly and helpful and willing to make a deal! Great fun!

This is a very nice resort hotel. Our king bed room had a marvelous ocean view. Our room was…read morespotlessly clean and the bed was very plush. This room also had a terrace overlooking the Pacific ocean where we could enjoy the view and trade winds. This hotel is right on the beach and has a lot of fun amenities and activities on site. If you prefer you can also walk next door to the Hyatt Vacation Club and enjoy some quiet time at their adult only pool. On check in we were helped by Jeff on the World of Hyatt desk. Jeff is a wonderful human being who is caring empathetic and is a master of customer service. He is an outstanding problem solver. Jeff is warm, welcoming and attentive to detail. He is also fast and efficient. It is clear Jeff does the work of ten people and accomplishes it with style and grace. It is outstanding people like Jeff that convinces me of the value of Hyatt Globalist status and motivates me to only book my hotel stays world wide with Hyatt. Double highly recommend.

Everything we experienced from this hotel was fantastic! While waiting for our Lua Hula show to…read morestart. We posted up at a bar to get some adult beverages. We were a few hours early. We had a large group. Our bartender was awesome. Walked around to look at the Decor that this hotel has to offer. Not dissapointed at all. Very fancy. At the end of the night, after the Hula show was said and done. It was easy to get our rides share in the front doors. The workers were very courteous. The Hula show was entertaining. The food was just okay to me. The drinks were superb! I would book a room, dine and enjoy the entertainment of this hotel. Beautiful place right on beach front property!

We loved our stay. First stop off the plane Costco. The…read moreresort staff is used to this behavior & has storage tubs and carts to contain the massive purchase of food and booze in the rental car. The two master bedroom suite with comfortable king beds, shower ,tub,safe,Bose sound bar,full kitchen with bbq tools for grilling was spacious, clean, nicely appointed and a fun party center savings us thousand's in bar/restaurant tab's. (20 clean, stainless BBQs downstairs for use by the guests & they were busy from 12 noon to 3am.). We were in the 5th floor with a nice view of the mountains and an outdoor patio/dining area. One draw back was the sporadic fire alarm's, causing the evacuation of the building (real drag @4am). We found out most of these were false alarm's caused by improper ventilation while frying food, burning food in your room.. Helpful friendly employees, beautifully maintained ground's, numerous pools @ least on that is Adults Only, lengthy walking paths, along the beach to other restaurants, resort's, shopping.. Good Snorkeling in the beach in front of the Pool section.

We've stayed at The Westin Nanea a handful of times now, and every visit reminds us why we keep…read morecoming back. The two-bedroom villas are honestly one of our favorite things about the property--so spacious (over 1,000 sq ft!) and thoughtfully laid out. Their 3-bedroom villa is even bigger! Whether we're celebrating birthdays or hosting a mini family reunion, it's always accommodated our group comfortably, with room for kids to play and adults to relax. There's never that cramped feeling you sometimes get in hotel rooms, and the kids especially loved playing hide and seek with all the little corners and hiding spots throughout the room. While it's mostly a timeshare property, Nanea still has that easygoing resort feel. The pool area isn't the biggest or greatest, but it's well-designed with areas for both kids and adults, plus a handful of jacuzzis scattered around for a nice soak. We've also grabbed drinks at the bar (yes, it's a bit pricey--but on par like at most resorts), and the food is decent if you want to stay on property and keep things simple. During busier/peak times, lounge chairs around the pool fill up quickly, so come early if you want to lock down a good spot. We've also made good use of the BBQ areas during our stays--great for grilling up dinner and enjoying it at one of the outdoor tables with the whole family. Just get there early or during off-times because it can get BUSY. The beach that fronts the property has some surprisingly good snorkeling as well when the tide is low and the water's calm with clear visibility, and plenty of fish. And when you're ready for a cool treat, Big Wave Shave Ice (just a short walk away near the lobby) always hits the spot. Bonus: the first night of valet parking is free, which is a nice little perk. If you're hosting family or friends who aren't staying at the resort, there's convenient public parking nearby at Airport Beach, making it easy for guests to pop by for a visit. All in all, we absolutely love The Westin Nanea. It's the perfect blend of spacious, family-friendly comfort with just enough resort-style amenities. Highly recommend--especially for families or larger groups looking for a home base on Maui.

Review for Branches - free music under the Banyan Tree onsite at Royal Lahaina…read more I love this venue! Free, great local musicians, comfy seats, instagram worthy when lit up at night, cheese boards and cocktails available from a cute little blue truck (Barbara is the best server! 10/10, she knows how to make someone's day by creating a fab cocktail with excellent customer service). Sometimes there is a little craft market beforehand too. Dance under the stars to the music and enjoy a warm evening :)

Fantastic resort. We had such a great experience. It was a short visit but we would love to stay…read morehere again. Staff is so friendly and attentive! Our room was cozy and comfortable. Even with our south facing tower room we had peekaboo views of the ocean, it was great sitting on our balcony. The room had a small fridge, a keurig a blow dryer and a safe. If you're a light packer, they have hand soap, lotion and shampoo/conditioner in large bottles. I typically pack my own but didn't this trip and it wasn't terrible using what was there. The restaurant/bar on site are fantastic. Sometimes there is a line but they usually move quickly. They have lots of food options and we ate there a few times because of the horrible storm. Power flickered a few times but the generator works and seems like even if power is lost you still have a place to eat and the elevators remain working. There is also a small coffee shop with pastries available. We went here when the restaurant had a long line and found they actually have a little breakfast trays for purchase. We tried the bacon and eggs and with a pastry on the side it was perfect. They host a luau, along with other entertainment on site including a spa! It's a great location if you don't have a rented vehicle. There is an outdoor band with a tiny bar trailer and a pool bar. There is a trolley service that travels to the nearby mall. With vehicles, you do have to pay for parking $40/day and $45/day for valet. We chose valet for convenience but the parking lot is not far, just a short walk. It was our first trip to Maui and a bummer with the storm and all the outdoor excursions cancelled but the fact that I can still give this resort 5 stars says a lot.

Rating: The minute you step foot into the lobby and see the…read morestunning views behind you, you know that you have stepped foot into paradise. From the lobby's balcony, you look out at the beautiful landscaping, the fun pools, and the beautiful ocean staring right at you. The "Magical" Highlights Let's start with the highlights, because parts of this trip were truly breathtaking. * The Beach & Black Rock: The beach was absolutely stunning and surprisingly uncrowded. The most magical part of the entire trip was wading in the water at Black Rock. Two days in a row, I had two HUGE turtles swimming around me; it felt as if they were following me and playing with me. It was the most beautiful sight I've ever encountered. * The Staff: The staff deserves a medal. Every person greets you with a "Happy Aloha" that feels genuine. My husband and I felt like we'd been best friends with the poolside bartender for years. * Housekeeping: The housekeeping staff was absolutely amazing. Every time we came back to our room, it was pristine and very clean. I made sure to leave a $10 tip every day just to let our housekeeper know that we truly appreciated her service. * The Drink: Order the "Put the Lime in the Coconut." It's $22, but it became my very best friend. The Room & The View The hallways leading to the rooms are a tad bit outdated, as are the rooms themselves. However, you are only spending about 5 to 10% of your time in your room anyway. * The Mountain View: We had a room facing the golf course, which offered the most beautiful mountain views. * The Balcony: Our balcony was only big enough to sit one person, but I truly enjoyed sitting out there every morning with my coffee. It's not worth spending the extra hundred dollars for an ocean view when the water is just a short walk away. Pro-Tips for Your Stay * The Pool Chair Hustle: If you want a spot by the pool--especially if you want one with an umbrella--be prepared to put your towels out on the lounges around 6:30 in the morning. By the time you actually head down between 9:30 and 10:00 AM, they will pretty much all be full. * The Safeway Save: I highly recommend stopping at Safeway to pick up items for your refrigerator and having some beer on hand. It helps save a little bit of money considering the other costs. * The $47 Breakfast Gamble: Be prepared to spend $47 on the all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. Some days it's an absolute hit, others it's a bit of a mess, but the waitstaff and hostesses are always amazing. Take full advantage so you can skip lunch! * The Starbucks Struggle: Expect a 30-minute wait. But hey, who cares about the wait? You are on vacation time! The Cost of Paradise Along with your daily room charge of $600 or above, be prepared for the extras. It adds up very quickly: * $56 daily surcharge fee * $45 daily garage parking fee * $47 breakfast fee (per person) * Extra charges for umbrella and chair rentals on the beach The Verdict: If you want a great pool, a stunning beach, and turtle encounters, this is your place. If you want updated amenities and a bed that doesn't swallow you whole (ours had quite a "dip"), you might want to look elsewhere.

Stayed at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa for a family trip. The beachfront location on Ka'anapali and…read morethe views are genuinely beautiful, and the grounds are well-maintained. There's a lot to like about the setting itself. That said, this is a large, high-volume resort, and the overall experience reflects that. Pool areas felt crowded, with frequent competition for chairs, and poolside service seemed stretched--wait times were longer than expected for a property at this price point. Food options leaned heavily toward casual, bar-style items, which felt mismatched relative to the premium pricing. Logistically, the resort is quite spread out. Getting from the rooms to the lobby or main areas can take 10-15 minutes depending on location, which adds friction--especially with kids. Some elements of the experience also felt a bit dated and less polished than expected. We also had a child who was sick during part of the trip, which certainly affected our experience, but the high-density, crowded nature of the resort made it harder to navigate that situation comfortably. Overall, this property is likely a good fit for families looking for a lively, busy resort atmosphere with lots of activity. Travelers seeking a quieter, more efficient, or higher-touch experience may want to consider smaller or lower-density options in Maui

I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful Simple Maui Wedding was to work with! From first…read morecommunication to the ceremony, they executed perfectly. We decided to add a wedding to our already-planned holiday, and so only had about 2 months to plan....no problem! This is clearly what this company is built for. 1. The officiant [Joe!] they selected for our non-religious, Hawaiian, spiritual service....he was perfect and brought exactly the vibe we were looking for. 2. Karma photography was fantastic! She captured so many great shots, and was flexible when we wanted to move down the beach to change-up the background. She spent the time she needed to get the shots, and we will be forever grateful. 3. The flowers were gorgeous! We did leis for everyone, a masculine green lei for the groom and white flowers for my bouquet 4. Everyone at Simple Maui Wedding was friendly, great communicators and made you feel special and welcomed. We were a tiny little group - 6 of us total - and we felt just as taken care of as a large wedding party. Highly recommend Simple Maui Wedding if you are getting married on Maui!

Wedding planning is such a daunting task. When I got engaged I knew I didn't want to have all the…read morefuss over every little detail. Luckily my husband agreed. We booked Simple Maui Wedding to do our beach wedding and we had the most perfect day. No amount of 5 star reviews would ever do the Simple Maui team justice. The entire process was a walk in the park from the day we inquired to post wedding things, everything was easy, and the day of my wedding went even smoother than I could've imagined. I had zero stress, zero anxiety and was able to experience my wedding day full present in its entirety. Thank you Simple Maui Wedding for the most perfect day. I want to relive it everyday! Your guidance was incredible, your quick responses were so appreciated, and your check ins before finalizing certain details is unmatched! If I can convince my husband for a vow renewal in the future, we know where we're going! Much Aloha