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Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali BeachvsLotus Honolulu at Diamond Head
Both Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach and Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach scores marginally better than Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head. Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach has a TripExpert Score of 76 with praise from 5 publications including Frommer's, Fodor's and oyster.com.
Aston at The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Gayot
Frommer's Frommer's
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
OysterMid-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
Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head
Jetsetter Oyster
Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness
Star Service
BlackBook Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
2885 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $179/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter "Oahu roughly translates as “gathering place,” and with more residents and visitors than any other island in Hawaii, it makes good on that promise." Full review
i
Go to the beach early in the day and bring your mask and flippers for superb snorkeling.
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Formerly the W Waikiki, this scenic and stylish 50-room boutique hotel is about a block from the beach and a half-mile from Waikiki's crowds." Full review
Lonely Planet "The former 'W' hotel has toned down its hip, cutting-edge design and ended up transformed into a classy, boutique-style destination hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This small luxury hotel at the foot of Diamond Head has light, airy rooms with Balinese furnishings."
Star Service "Anchoring the south end of Waikiki (a five-minute stroll from the action), adjacent to tony Sans Souci Beach, this establishment is next to the more conservative but superior New Otani." Full review
i
Filtered views of the beach are the best you can ask for here, but it’s the Diamondhead vistas that get people’s attention.
BlackBook "Formerly a W Hotel, little has changed in the Lotus takeover. Killer hotel with killer bars and restaurants to boot."
Gayot "Formerly the W Honolulu, this chic hotel is a fusion of Asian-inspired decor and warm Hawaiian hospitality."
Travel + Leisure "The Aqua Lotus at Diamond Head, formerly the W Waikiki, is a 50-room boutique hotel at the foot of Diamond Head and about a half-mile from the beach in Oahu’s Kapiolani Park." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Close enough for a quick stroll to all of the restaurants, cafes, and shops, the Lotus Honolulu is perfect for those who love to be in the thick of the action as well as peace and serenity. " Full review
Frommer's "With dark hardwood floors, platform beds, granite-tiled bathrooms...little touches like morning yoga classes in the park make for a welcoming boutique experience." Full review
