Ko`a Kea Resort On Poipu BeachvsAston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach
Koa Kea Hotel & Resort and Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Koa Kea Hotel & Resort is the choice of most professionals compared to Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach. Koa Kea Hotel & Resort ranks #20 in Hawaii with endorsements from 8 sources including Gayot, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Ko`a Kea Resort On Poipu Beach Show All Reviews
2251 Poipu Road, Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756
From $429/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Everything seems to run like clockwork at this jewel box of a hotel, hidden between the sprawling Kiahuna Plantation Resort and the densely built Marriott Waiohai Beach Club." Full review
Gayot
"This low-key beachfront boutique resort offers a tranquil modern vibe in its idyllic spot on Poipu Beach."
Jetsetter
"A self-contained beachfront oasis in the sunniest part of Hawaii’s lush Garden Isle." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This 121-room Poipu boutique hotel offers five-star features." Full review
Zagat
4.3
"Those seeking a "romantic getaway" could not "ask for a better experience" than a stay at this "intimate", "secluded" 121-room "boutique" resort."
Fodor's
"This boutique property offers a high-end experience without the bustle of many larger resorts, making it a great place to forget it all, and a perfect romantic getaway." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Has more sedate pleasures: an unadorned swimming pool tiled in deep blue, a sophisticated restaurant/lounge with a sashimi tasting menu, and an expansive lawn overlooking a cove." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Ko’a Kea’s dreamy south Kauai location, on the former grounds of Sixties-era Poipu Beach Hotel, has been popular for decades." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The tranquil property offers a more intimate escape than nearby mega-resorts, and because it was constructed on the footprint of a 1960s hotel, it has a superior location that’s closer to the ocean." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"This upscale home-away-from-home has an understated elegance that maintains a modern tropical style. " Full review
Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach
2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
From $279/night
- Pet Friendly
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"From the Hawaiian artifacts in the garden to the tropical interiors, this charming beachfront hotel is full of aloha." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"It's all about location at this 360-room condo-hotel on prime Kaanapali beachfront where inconsistent rooms range from luxe to dowdy." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This luxury condominium is situated next to Whalers Village Shopping Center. All suites have fully equipped kitchens and are generously sized."
Gayot
"This is one of the most consistently popular condo resorts in the Kaanapali area, with first-rate beach access."
Frommer's
"In the heart of Kaanapali, right on the world-famous beach, lies this oasis of elegance, privacy, and luxury" Full review
Frommer's
"Situated in the center of Kaanapali Beach, next door to Whalers Village, this collection of condos feels more formal and sedate than its high-octane neighbors" Full review