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The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue vs Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows scores significantly better than Kaua'i Marriott Resort. Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows comes in at #12 in Hawaii with endorsements from 10 reviews including Frommer's, The Telegraph and DK Eyewitness.
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
Gayot
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
3610 Rice St, Kalapaki Beach, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766
From $339 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot
"This 345-room, 11-suite resort is a laidback property with plenty of activities for all ages."
Condé Nast Traveler
85.8
"Built on Kalapaki Beach, the Marriott’s 800-acre Kauai resort is a good fit for families and business travelers alike."
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Frommer's
"This 10-story, multiwing hotel—the tallest on Kauai since opening in 1986...superlatives include Kauai’s largest swimming pool, a sort of Greco-Roman fantasy that would fit in at Hearst Castle"
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Anyone looking for a classic Hawaii resort experience won't be disappointed here."
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Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection
Jetsetter
Frommer's
Gayot
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
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68-1400 Mauna Lani Drive, Puako, Island of Hawaii, HI 96743
From $328 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter
"Big resort perks with a small resort heart, including two golf courses, a turtle sanctuary and a Hawaiian-inspired spa."
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Frommer's
"After a $30-million renovation that wrapped up in late 2013, the posh guest rooms once again gleam with understated elegance."
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Gayot
"Even if you weren't familiar with this hotel's longstanding reputation for quality service and unforgettable surroundings, you'd be impressed the minute you walked through the door."
Oyster
Luxury
"This beautiful luxury beach resort on the Kohala Coast is chock-full of excellent features: top-rated dining, golfing, tennis, fitness training, and spa experiences."
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DK Eyewitness
"The rooms here are large and all but 27 have ocean views. Every room has a lānai (veranda), air-conditioning, robes, coffee, and other high-end touches."
