Napili Kai Beach ResortvsOutrigger Waikiki Beach Resort
Napili Kai Beach Resort and Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort are both praised by professional travelers. On balance, Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort ranks marginally higher than Napili Kai Beach Resort. Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort is ranked #39 in Hawaii with approval from 9 publications such as Afar Magazine, Gayot and Oyster.
Napili Kai Beach Resort
5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
From $465/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Gayot
"This unusual 163-unit facility is actually half hotel and half condo complex --- located right on the sands of one of the island's best snorkeling beaches, Napili Bay."
Fodor's
"Spread across 10 beautiful acres along one of the best beaches on Maui, the Napili Kai with its old Hawaii feel draws a loyal following to its Hawaiian-style rooms that open onto private lanai." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This older, spacious and graceful property commands one of the best beach locations on the island."
Travel + Leisure
"The Napili Kai Beach Resort is what you dream of for family vacations on Maui." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This resort offers average amenities and services, but the experience—chilled-out old Hawaii—is more than the sum of its parts." Full review
Frommer's
"The weekly mai tai and golf putting parties are blasts from the past, but the modern conveniences in each unit and startling ocean views will focus you on the splendid here and now. " Full review
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Note: There’s no resort fee.
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This low-key yet sophisticated resort covers 10 acres at the northern end of Napili Bay." Full review
Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort
2335 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-2941
From $230/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"Not only do you get the value and quality of the Outrigger chain... you also get a terrific Waikiki Beach location and prices much lower than this property's neighbors." Full review
Fodor's
"Renovated in 2012, this star of Outrigger Hotels & Resorts sits on one of the finest strands of Waikiki Beach." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"It's location over luxury at the 524-room Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach -- it's in the heart of the action on one of Waikiki's best beaches." Full review
Lonely Planet
"If you want a heavy-duty party atmosphere, the Outrigger Waikiki is your ticket. It sits on perhaps the most popular stretch of Waikiki beach, where you can see and be seen, day and night." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This oceanfront hotel is the jewel in the crown of the Outrigger chain. The 500 guest rooms feature Polynesian decor."
Star Service
"Plunked down between The Royal Hawaiian and Moana Surfrider, this remains one of Waikiki's most efficiently run beachfront hotels." Full review
BlackBook
"The beachfront setting is more than breathtaking, the location is better than most and rocks with lots of restaurants, shops, bars and entertainment."
Afar Magazine
"It’s right on the beach, just north of the main resort cluster, and though a short walk to the middle of the action, far enough to feel out of the fray." Full review
Gayot
"The best feature at the Outrigger's flagship property is its central location on the beach in the middle of Waikiki."
Lonely Planet
"The 524 rooms are generic and look like they could be anywhere in the world, but at least they're close to the beach (and have balconies and fridges). " Full review