The Ritz-Carlton Maui Kapalua vs Kaimana Beach Hotel
Both The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua ranks significantly higher than The New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua comes in at 89 with endorsements from 11 sources including Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Gayot.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui Kapalua
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1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Kapalua, Maui, HI 96761
From $499 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"Luxe hilltop resort overlooking a dreamy beach, offering true Hawaiian cultural and eco experiences."
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Fodor's
"This elegant hillside property features luxurious service, upscale accommodations, a spa, restaurants, and pool, along with an education center and an enhanced Hawaiian sense of place."
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DK Eyewitness
"This Ritz is set apart by its Hawaiian cultural program, including hands-on activities, entertainment, special events, seminars, and exhibits."
Zagat
4.7
""Putting on the Ritz meets hula" at this "beautiful", "secluded" Maui resort... whose "exquisite" rooms feature "spectacular" views and a "friendly" staff that's "professional" yet "fun.""
Condé Nast Traveler
""Unsurpassed in authentic Hawaiian beauty," this "near-perfect resort" welcomes guests with a lobby of native artwork, koa wood panels, and a lava stone bar."
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Kaimana Beach Hotel
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2863 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $116 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Oyster
Mid-Range
"An upgrade from the cramped standard rooms is worth it at this 125-room beachfront hotel in a mellow area a half-mile outside of Waikiki."
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Lonely Planet
"For a little more privacy and seclusion, the New Otani offers well-kept, small rooms and its own beach about a half mile from the throbbing heart of Waikiki."
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DK Eyewitness
"Although the rooms at this boutique hotel are small, the fabulous location on Sans Souci Beach... more than makes up for them."
Rough Guide
"Intimate, Japanese-toned beachfront hotel half a mile east of central Waikiki."
Star Service
"An unusual offshoot from this usually business-centric chain, Waikiki’s New Otani boasts a breezy tropical backdrop and one of the best beachfront locations in Waikiki."
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