The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort VillasvsMaui Inn
Both properties are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Old Wailuku Inn at Ulupono scores slightly higher than The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas. Old Wailuku Inn at Ulupono comes in at 80 with recommendations from 6 reviews like The Telegraph, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas
6 Kai Ala Drive, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761
From $455/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"In contrast to the hotel-style Westin, this elegant condo complex is so enormous it has two separate lobbies." Full review
Fodor's
"Abundant resort amenities and pools are notable at these luxury villas just north of Black Rock (Puu Kekaa) along the beach in Kaanapali." Full review
Zagat
4.5
"A "gorgeous", "upscale" oceanfront condo/resort near Lahaina, this "family-oriented" property (with kids' club and pirate-ship pool) offers "easy access" to the beach and "great" snorkeling."
Gayot
"Here the best villas feature unforgettable ocean views of neighboring Lanai and Molokai --- and then there are those glorious Maui sunsets from the spacious lanais."
Travel + Leisure
"For a sprawling resort, the Westin Ka’anapali manages to exude calm...Ka’anapali’s location adds to the serenity: It's a few yards from a blissfully underused stretch of one the best beaches in Hawaii." Full review
Maui Inn
2199 Kahookele Street, Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793
From $265/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Gayot
"One of the very few legal Maui County private vacation rentals, this Wailuku inn offers an upscale casual setting and is finished in wonderful Hawaii designer decor."
Fodor's
"Built in 1924 and listed on the State of Hawaii Register of Historic Places, this home with knowledgeable innkeepers offers the charm of old Hawaii." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Built in 1924 by a wealthy banker as a wedding gift for his daughter, this historic home has been lovingly restored by hosts Tom and Janice Fairbanks."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Lush Island greenery, quick-to-the-airport location and the thoughtful charms of a historic building combine for a peaceful and cosy stay." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Though the house was built in 1924, impeccable restoration has allowed this plantation-style home to include all the modern comforts." Full review
Frommer's
"Rooms in both the inn and the three-bedroom Vagabond House are decorated with native ohia wood or marble floors, high ceilings, and traditional Hawaiian quilts." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Hawaiian hospitality is a highight at this elegant period home." Full review