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The Modern HonoluluvsKaanapali Alii
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Modern Honolulu is the choice of most reviewers compared to Kaanapali Alii. The Modern Honolulu comes in at #17 in Hawaii with accolades from 12 sources including Star Service, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Modern Honolulu
Concierge
Jetsetter
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Gayot
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith Show All Reviews
1775 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $219/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Opened in October 2010, the first of Ian Schrager's Edition concept hotels (for Marriott) is predictably pretentious, but dazzles."
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Ask for a corner double with views of the property's two pools and part of the beach.
Jetsetter "The hipsters of Honolulu were clamoring for a new hangout, and the arrival of this Ian Schrager-designed hotel answered their call." Full review
Fodor's "Gen Xers will immediately feel at home in this edgy hotel with an eye to slick design." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A non-beach location next to Waikiki’s Yacht Harbor hasn’t stopped The Modern Honolulu from exuding an oceanfront sensibility." Full review
Star Service "Since its transition, this place has proven that there is a place in Waikiki for a hotel dedicated to forward urban design and adult entertainment." Full review
Gayot "Schrager's creative direction is evident in all aspects of this hotel, from the bi-level pools overlooking an outdoor theater... to the tropical-urban style in the 353 guest rooms and suites."
Afar Magazine "A dream come true for those young urbanites who never quite felt at home in the more traditional Hawaiian resorts." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "For those who like their hotels on the modern, sleek side, this is your best bet in Honolulu." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Modern Honolulu and its brooding Addiction nightclub is a hip Waikiki hangout day and night." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Say Aloha to Modern Honolulu hotel a minimalist Hawaiian haven with two pools, four bars, a cool nightclub and a buzzy restaurant just a stroll from Waikiki Beach." Full review
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I choose The Scarlet Letter: Stolichnaya vodka, flash infused with fresh pineapple and orange, bound in cranberry and served over seltzer.
Kaanapali Alii Gayot Fodor's
Oyster
Zagat Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
50 Nohea Kai Drive, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
From $553/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Gayot "Guests rave about this Kaanapali condominium, and many return year after year."
Fodor's "A winning choice for families and those wanting to play house on Maui's most stunning shores." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The upscale Kaanapali Ali consists of 184 one and two-bedroom apartments." Full review
Zagat4.5
"Condos as big as "full-size homes" make this beachfront Waikiki resort "fantastic for families.""
Travel + Leisure "If you want to feel like Ka'anapali is your home and not just a place you vacation, then slink on in to a two-bedroom condo at the Ka'anapali Ali'i." Full review
Frommer's "This luxurious oceanfront condo complex sits on 8 landscaped acres in the center of Kaanapali Beach...resortlike extras include bell service, daily housekeeping, and a complimentary kids’ club" Full review
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If watching the sun sink into the ocean is important to you, request a central unit on floor six or higher.
