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!

Let me set the stage. It's not a five star hotel resort. We rented it as an AirBnB managed by a…read morefront desk. No daily cleaning. Dump your own trash, etc. So for this type of rental, it's top notch. Here's why: The location is perfect. 5 min walk to Whaler's Village. Only 20 min walk all the way to Black Rock, the furthest beach away in the cove. Quick drive out to Highway 30. Easy, and I mean easy access to Lahaina (south) and Honolua or Kampala Bays (north). Choose if you want to shop grocery at Times or Safeway, same distance. Really perfect location. Our apartment was incredible. It didn't face the ocean but that's ok. They have some that do, or the pool. It was huge. Nicely decorated and clean. Lots of space. Two bedrooms and sofa bed. Foosball table. Beach stuff to borrow and even a wagon to haul stuff. Parking garage right there. Always found an open space. Bell hops were helpful and friendly. They got nice gym, clay tennis courts, swimming pool, hot tub, and BBQ grills. All well kept. I could go on but why? It was great condo to stay.

We recently stayed at the Kaanapali Ali'i for a week and I just had to come on here to sing their…read morepraises! Not only was our condo comfortable, convenient and gorgeous with stunning views, but the staff was helpful, friendly and went above and beyond to make us comfortable and to make sure we were enjoying our stay. Next time we venture from our typical hotel vacation and opt for a condo, Ali'i will most definitely be our 1st choice!

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.

We stayed at Marriott's Maui Ocean Club again a couple of weeks ago, this time in the Lahaina…read moreTower--one of the newer, more recently built/renovated towers. I was hoping to stay in the Napili Tower, mainly because I liked the pool area better--longer, more spread out, and largely oceanfront. That said, the Lahaina Tower ended up having its own perks. The biggest one is that it's right next to the self-parking structure that's used for the whole resort, which makes coming and going incredibly easy. If you're staying in the Napili tower, self-parking is all the way on the other side and I would recommend using valet instead to save you the walk. Our room was spacious and comfortable, technically "oceanfront," though it felt more like oceanview. Still, no complaints--the view was lovely, and the room itself had a convenient kitchenette with a fridge, sink, and all the basics (plates, utensils, etc.), which made snack time quick and easy. The Lahaina Tower also has its own smaller pool area, plus a few fun extras like ping pong and foosball. It's also right by Longhi's, if you're looking for an easy meal. If you want more action, the main pool area--with the large, winding pool and additional dining options--is just a short walk away. The weather during our stay wasn't the best--it was actually pretty chilly by Maui standards following the heels of two major storms--but we still had a great time. Between the comfortable room, convenient location, and easy access to everything on property, it made for a relaxed and low-effort getaway. While the resort may not be the newest, we really like the main pool area. I'll definitely opt for the Lahaina/Napili towers again next time. This is a great resort, especially for families looking for a laid-back Maui stay with nice views and plenty to do.

Maui Ocean Club - Beautiful Resort with a Few Pricey Spots…read more Stayed at the Maui Ocean Club and overall had a great experience. The property has everything you could possibly need -- pools, beach access, restaurants, shops, BBQ grills, valet parking and activities all within walking distance. It's a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying the island without ever having to leave the resort. That said, some common items are definitely overpriced, and you can find better deals just a short walk or drive away. Still, the $50 all-you-can-drink option (coffee, tea, juice, and soda) was absolutely worth it -- super convenient and a great value for resort guests who want unlimited refills throughout the day good for the entire stay. Beautiful grounds, friendly staff, and an unbeatable location right on Kaanapali Beach. Just be prepared to spend a little more for the convenience.

Great stay here! Beautiful view from our room…read more They have a great gym area and in front of that they have all the games you could think of: jumbo scrabble, jumbo checkers, jumbo chess, pool, pong, and shuffle board. They're currently under some renovations so some shops are closed at the moment but they have a lot of shopping options when open. Pool service is wonderful, they are so nice and helpful. At most hotels the pools are so basic but THIS pool was SO FUN!! They have a water slide that is even fun for adults, they have a huge waterfall you can swim through and the pool wraps all the way around. Perfect access to the beach area too. Ps. If you're hanging out by the pool or bar, order the pork nachos! You won't regret it ;)

We have stayed at many vacation clubs and have never had so many random rules as this place does…read more They have a pool police who goes around all day named Tom. I understand people saving seats by the pool being a problem, where I see the problem is music being played when none is played at the pool. My mom pays WAY TOO MUCH to not be able to play music by the pool. Let me elaborate that this music was nothing explicit and at a very respectable level and we asked everyone around us if they cared, they actually appreciated the music due to the pool never playing music like their sigh says they do. They are doing construction so all day you hear the loud noise, some music goes a very long way. Back to the pool police, Tom will go around and tell people to turn off their music even if you can't hear it from 5 ft away. People and workers here just are not as friendly as all of the other resorts we have stayed at and it's not even the nicest one we stayed at so where the unfriendliness comes from is absolutely mind blowing. Beside all of that, the pool is very pretty and large and the bar is great. No complaints about our room. A little out dated but spacious

My family stayed at this amazing resort from October 30 through November 2, and I have so many…read morepositive things to say--I'll probably still forget a few! The property is a large, open, tropical paradise filled with lush gardens, koi ponds, and an impressive variety of wildlife. The architecture blends Asian influences with classic Hawaiian touches, and I really enjoyed reading about the Hawaiian artifacts displayed throughout the resort. One unexpected highlight was the number of friendly feral cats wandering the grounds--my son made it his personal mission to track them down for pets. The hotel also hosts parrots and, believe it or not... penguins! Yes, penguins in Hawaiʻi. The resort participates in a species rehabilitation program for African Penguins and follows strict care guidelines. They offer daily feedings with a short presentation, and the staff were incredibly sweet and knowledgeable. My kids were absolutely captivated. We happened to visit during Halloween weekend, which is a big deal in Hawaiʻi--and Kāʻanapali was no exception. The hotel staff transformed the convention center into a full-blown haunted mental hospital. It was so spooky that my kids refused to go in... and honestly, I didn't want to go in either! Instead, we walked over to the Fisherman's Village for trick-or-treating, which was a great family-friendly option. I do wish we had made advance dinner reservations, though--the restaurant we ended up at nearby was not very good. We stayed in a room with two double beds, a patio, and a nice bathroom. Thanks to a Guest of Honor upgrade, we enjoyed an oceanview room overlooking the pools and beach, with stunning sunsets every night. The upgrade also gave us access to the Regency Club, where the complimentary breakfast was a wonderful perk. Small win of the trip: we bought a cooler bag from the hotel store for only seven dollars--my wife and I were very pleased with that find! LOL The pools are ultra fun and clearly designed with kids in mind. There's a suspension bridge, waterslides, and plenty of little adventures for them to get into--including a shave ice stand nearby. Beach gear rentals were pricier and more limited than I expected, but the beach itself is gorgeous. The waves were small during our stay, but the current was surprisingly strong. We brought our own snorkeling gear, and I had some of the best snorkeling I've done in years right in front of the hotel. Tip: Go early in the morning before the wind picks up and reduces visibility. We also attended the on-property lūʻau, Drums of the Pacific. It's definitely commercialized but still very well done. My kids loved the temporary tattoo station, and the entertainment overall was excellent. There were a few downsides, though. The host was hard to hear for much of the event, and the fire dancing portion--something my son had been excitedly waiting for based on the posters--was surprisingly short. He was a bit let down. Also, the Mai Tai drinks were extremely sweet and a bit light on the alcohol. We had lunch at the pool several times, and the options were surprisingly good. The kids were thrilled with their nuggets and burgers, and poolside service was attentive--especially when tipping generously. Every staff member I encountered was kind, courteous, and genuinely full of aloha. Their positive energy made our stay even better, especially compared to another hotel we stayed at during the trip. Although I would not attend the lūʻau again, we would absolutely stay here again

Spend a little more compared to other places in the area and stay here. This place feels like…read moreluxury. It's inviting, grand and really gorgeous inside and out. There people working have so much professionalism and hospitality in what they do. It's also lively here, beautiful views and so much to do. My daughter loved the koi fish and the little field outside. I thought the penguins were super neat. Stay here if you want something grand, inviting and luxe. Theres also vallet parking and an array of shops, spa, pools and beach access here.

We have stayed at the Westin Kaanapali Ocean Villas a few times now. It isn't the nicest resort on…read moreMaui or in Kaanapali and it doesn't have the best food. But it does have a lot of other things going for it. Our favorite is the location to the boardwalk and the super easy access to the most beautiful beach. Perfect for morning walks. Snorkeling is incredible there. Also turtles, sometimes dolphins, monk seals and tons of whales during whale season. You have to pay $90 for two beach chairs and an umbrella. $36 for just an umbrella. Parking is $35 a night. It all adds up quickly. If you want a lounge chair at the pool, you have to get up by 5 AM to get the one you want. They have activities all day and live music most nights- really enjoyable to sit by the fit pit, watch the sunset and live. The rooms are hit and miss. Sometimes we get an ocean view where you can see a sliver of water. Another time we were next to their laundry units, which were loud. Other times we were ocean front and it was incredible to watch the whales. The little kitchenette is perfect. They are well stocked. And I love that you can do laundry. They clean the rooms every two days but you can ask for supplies if you need anything.

The property in general is nice. We had booked an ocean view room, but we ended up with the first…read morefloor and the view of the crowded pool. Couldn't really open up the curtains due to privacy. When discussed with the staff, they said if there is any sight of the ocean, it is deemed an ocean view. Most hotels call it a "partial view" so that would be a more fair description. Make sure that you get your ocean view and not the first floor. Otherwise, the pools were nice and access to the beach was good. The ability to cook in the kitchen was very nice as well Out of all the properties in Ka'anapali, this may have been our least favorite.

I am currently staying at the Royal Lahaina with my family of four. The reservation is for FOUR…read morepeople and we have THREE towels, a bath mat, and THREE washcloths. My Dollar Store spray bottle has more water pressure than this shower and the solid wood sliding door to the bathroom has a lock that doesn't fit the frame's hole, and the SOLID WOOD bathroom door doesn't have a handle on it so I just slammed my index finger in it. My index finger is now bleeding, swollen, and it hurts! So far, the $400 "incidentals" refundable fee should be paid out to me immediately and further fees may accrue. I am now on my way to snorkel...with an open wound...

We did not stay here but were staying nearby and heard about their free live music during the…read moreweeknight under the big tree. You don't need to be a guest to go. It was open seating, first come first serve. their website said there'd be drinks and snacks for purchase. We only saw a mobile bar for drinks and no food so that was a bit disappointing b/c we were hoping to purchase some snacks. Bring your own and enjoy the live music!

Hilton Vacation Club is an awesome place to stay in Maui, location is great, service is superb and…read morejust a great positive vibe. The place is built great so I never heard any neighbors, the views are just gorgeous. The rooms are really big & they have everything you need to be comfortable. The hotel is a bit dated but its super clean and they are working on updating. Every one that works at the hotel is nice & very helpful. The pools are refreshing and one of the best in Maui. Sunsets are right in front of the hotel and just so dramatic. It's nice to just chill on the beach, lots of room & not many people. Lots of options for walking. The food was really good, the restaurant on the beach was always packed with people. They have live music on the beach during happy hour. When visiting Maui, come check out Hilton Vacation Club you won't be disappointed.

PROS: Nice rooms. Great views (ours was partial pool…read morearea/beach/ocean. We had a corner unit which was great! Pool/spa area is lovely. Entire property is clean. Quiet. Beach area is nice. Parking is included. Washer & dryer on each floor & is free. Detergent is not included but our suite provided it. Kitchenette is sufficient. CONS: Pool is open 7am-10pm but towel service is 7am-7pm so if you go after 7, you have to bring your own towel. There's no restaurant onsite. There's a snack bar. There's a buffet breakfast that is nice but not great. Parking garage is confusing when it comes to finding your vehicle. Space is limited. Overall, the entire Ka'anapali area is quiet and nice. Everything closes down by 8/8:30pm so if you're looking for an active night scene, Ka'anapali isn't the spot for you. They will try to get you to go to a presentation about timeshares. Don't do it..........

We had a nice stay here celebrating my birthday and my husband and I's wedding anniversary. Our…read moreroom wasn't ready when we checked in so they actually upgraded us to a nicer room -- very nice gesture! We were also situated at the Moana building which was definitely the best spot at the hotel because you get the full view of Black Rock and the ocean rather than the resort grounds. Highly recommend getting a room in that section. Additionally, they gave us champagne, chocolates, and a personalized card for our anniversary! The lobby had such amazing views. We also loved the pool. Lots of pool seats available unlike other hotels. I guess it helps that it's at the end of the strip so you don't really have as much crowds coming through. We grabbed some snorkel gear to explore Black Rock and it was full of marine life. What a beautiful spot (I grew up on an island myself and will tell you it's a legit snorkeling experience). The food and beverage options were limited. Breakfast was pretty pricey so we decided to go elsewhere to try a little bit of everything for meals which we were planning to do anyway. We did get food at the pool bar - karaage chicken and fries were so good! We went back for the fries and got a fruit smoothie. One downside is that since the Moana building was at the end of the property so we had to take several elevator rides through the hotel just to get to the lobby. That was fine since it encouraged us to get our steps in but could be frustrating. All in all a wonderful experience!

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.