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The Ritz-Carlton Maui Kapalua vs Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua ranks significantly better than Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua has a TripExpert Score of 89 with recommendations from 11 reviewers including Forbes Travel Guide, Jetsetter and Travel + Leisure.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui Kapalua
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Zagat
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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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Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
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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."
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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."
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Oyster
Upscale
"A massive, 1,310-room beachside resort that delivers both what you expect from the Marriott."
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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."
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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."
