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Napili Kai Beach ResortvsWaikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Both properties are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Napili Kai Beach Resort scores marginally better than Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Napili Kai Beach Resort scores 80 with positive reviews from 7 reviews including Gayot, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
Napili Kai Beach Resort
Gayot
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
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
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Frommer's Fodor's
Oyster Lonely Planet DK Eyewitness
Star Service Gayot
2552 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $219/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This 1,310-room hotel has a lot to offer, including a terrific location just across the street from Waikiki Beach, great restaurants... a terrific spa, and lots of nightly entertainment." Full review
Fodor's "The hotel's Spa Olakino, owned by Honolulu celebrity stylist Paul Brown, is one of the largest in Waikiki and specializes in the use of Hawaii-based materials and treatments." Full review
OysterUpscale
"A massive, 1,310-room beachside resort that delivers both what you expect from the Marriott." Full review
Lonely Planet "With 1310 rooms, the Marriott is an upscale mega-hotel, and you'll know it from the sprawling lobby and shopping area that span an entire block." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Across from Kūhiō Beach, this hotel’s Ali’iolani Tower offers very large guest rooms; many Paokalani Tower rooms have great views of Diamond Head."
Star Service "This is a resilient leader on the second tier, offering outstanding accommodations, excellent on-site dining, and meeting facilities that are among the most applauded here." Full review
Gayot "Since its former Hawaiian Regent days, this has long been one of the more popular hotels along the beach, since it has always provided Waikiki visitors with a quality experience."
