Volcano HousevsKaanapali Alii
Both Volcano House and Kaanapali Alii are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Volcano House scores marginally better than Kaanapali Alii. Volcano House is ranked #36 in Hawaii with approval from 5 reviewers like Fodor's, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
Volcano House
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Crater Rim Dr, PO Box 53, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Island of Hawaii, HI 96718
From $125/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Frommer's "This historic two-story wooden inn is rather modest for its price, especially compared with Yosemite’s Ahwahnee and the grand lodges of other national parks." Full review
Gayot "Located about a 45-minute drive from the Hilo airport, this unique hotel (dating back to 1846) sits on the very edge of Kilauea Crater in the heart of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park."
Fodor's "First built in 1846, Volcano House overlooks the Halema'uma'u Crater at the summit of active volcano Kilauea, boasting what's considered Hawaii's most unique hotel location." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Offers the once-in-a-lifetime chance to dine and sleep within view of the electric orange glow of Kilauea Volcano’s bubbling crater lake." Full review
Lonely Planet "With an unforgettable location perched on the rim of Kilauea Caldera, the reborn Volcano House has long enjoyed its unique status as the park's only hotel." Full review
New York Times "It's worth driving 45 minutes out of town to the Volcano House in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Designed by C.W. Dickey in 1941, the gracious hotel has 33 rooms, a fine restaurant, bar..."
Condé Nast TravelerKaanapali 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.
