Where to Stay on Maui, Hawaii: Wailea vs Kaanapali | How to Pick the Place Right for You

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  • čas přidán 10. 07. 2024
  • Kaanapali versus Wailea, let the showdown begin! Figure out where to stay on Maui for your Hawaii vacation! Now that you know where to stay, see our reviews for the best hotel or vacation rental on Maui: thehawaiivacationguide.com/stay/
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    Where to Stay on Maui: Kaanapali vs Wailea:
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Komentáře • 74

  • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
    @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem +6

    We hoped this helped with finding where you want to stay on Maui! Explore our hotel and vacation rental reviews to find the perfect place for your: thehawaiivacationguide.com/stay/

  • @yutackkang8016
    @yutackkang8016 Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much for this updated version! We're excited to return to Kaanapali. Keep up the great work!

  • @maurinet2291
    @maurinet2291 Před rokem +2

    Great video!

  • @wm6869
    @wm6869 Před rokem +5

    This was a fun video to watch! We've stayed on both sides and Kaanapali wins for us too. We get the same amazing experience at half the cost, especially since we always get a car and can drive south to enjoy Wailea's amenities.

  • @natlovell122
    @natlovell122 Před rokem +3

    Headed to Napili this August! Can’t wait!

  • @chronicillz1879
    @chronicillz1879 Před rokem +4

    this became one of my favorite channels on youtube lol, you guys are just great. just got back from kanaapali 2 weeks ago back to rainy NYC, already nostalgic about it back to watching your videos, definitely going back for a longer trip next year, gotta make it at least 2 weeks this time, didnt get to do the full road to hana, only got up to twin falls and just a few stops after, stayed at aston kanaapali shores but maybe next time we'll stay at kaanapali beach hotel since its in walking distance to black rock beach, where i got to see the most turtles, no turtles at mackenna beach :( we stayed almost the entire trip on black rock beach thanks to you guys, i got to see the same amount of different fish right there at black rock just the same as if you were to snorkel at molokani crater, we did the molokani redline rafting 2hr snorkel tour just as you suggested :) got to see whales on the way back to shore and they even stopped the boat and talked about whales for like 20 minutes, so if you do just that tour its not really necessary to do a separate whale watch tour, cause you're getting to see whales for free basically, its a 2 in 1. honestly molokani crater has the same diversity of marine life as black rock, the only difference is i got to see an eel but really its all the same fish as in black rock beach, minus the turtles. black rock is FULL of them, as soon as you step into the water. plus its great that you have the sheraton right there you can always go get a cocktail and go back to the beach. i dropped your guys' channel name everywhere, thanks for all the tips, made our first hawaii vacation SO much easier! next time ill buy your guides. all the best of luck to you!

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      We are glad to hear your trip went so well. Well done on planning it and yeah, Black Rock is a wonderful place to go. Thanks so much for watching and subscribing. Enjoy getting ready for your longer trip next time.

  • @user-rw8fo2ri2j
    @user-rw8fo2ri2j Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks. That was very helpful

  • @DFerg-gn8lu
    @DFerg-gn8lu Před rokem +1

    As always, a great video!!
    Guess it will be a little more of a challenge creating videos from the mainland, we appreciate all your hard work. Thank You

  • @CelestialArchers
    @CelestialArchers Před rokem +3

    You guys are the best! It is always pleasant to watch your videos about Hawaiian islands. Recently visited Maui with friends and family and I was awestruck by the beauty and serenity. I am very impressed by your video-making skills , narration, research, and overall how well you put the information together and make convincing points! Best Wishes

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem +2

      thanks so much, that is very kind of you. We enjoy making these videos and editing them. We pride ourselves on all original film and footage of the locations. thanks for watching!

  • @byoder0420
    @byoder0420 Před rokem

    Great video as always. I'm going back and forth between the two. I usually stay at Sigar Beach

  • @annette3488
    @annette3488 Před rokem +2

    We stayed in Kaanapali at Kaanapali Beach Hotel! We loved it!!

  • @broflex
    @broflex Před rokem +2

    Your videos have been an excellent resource for me in planning my honeymoon. Staying at the the fairmont kea lani in a week!

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      Enjoy your honeymoon! we have a video on the Fairmont coming out soon. We liked staying their and loved their suite.

  • @lifewiththesetwo
    @lifewiththesetwo Před rokem +1

    Great to meet you today at The Royal Hawaiian!

  • @jm4020
    @jm4020 Před rokem +2

    We did Kaanapali for a couples getaway and Wailea for a family vacation with the kids. Can't go wrong with either of them, or Hawaii in general. Cheers.

  • @zennoodle
    @zennoodle Před rokem +5

    Food truck park at Costco is where to go... pass on restaurants. haha.

  • @FrozenMartini
    @FrozenMartini Před rokem +2

    Always so grateful for your very informative videos. Thank you so much. We just came back earlier this week. Stayed in Kaanapali and were a bit unlucky with rain. Definitely rains less often down south in Wailea. We’ll try it next time when we win the lottery. 😂

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      It has been a very wet winter on Maui. I just sent our newsletter out with things to do in the rain as the rains just keep coming. I hope you still had a great time!

  • @kmontagna1
    @kmontagna1 Před 7 měsíci

    The westinn hotel is shown, Maria Menunous recommended that hotel. I dont know the land and want to be so respectful of the events and residents. I dont travel a lot but i know Maui is healing. 🕊 i just want to be with nature in the sun loving on the land 2024. Thank you guys so much!! Thank you for your newsletter! My heart is with Maui ❤

  • @wnmech6495
    @wnmech6495 Před rokem +5

    I’ve got to vote on Kanapalli

  • @cristy_yang
    @cristy_yang Před rokem +2

    Planning on Maui for January 2024 and I’ve been watching your videos non-stop! Thanks so much for all the info.

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      thanks for watching and well done on the early planning! check out our website for our best trip planning resources thehawaiivacationguide.com/

    • @kmontagna1
      @kmontagna1 Před 7 měsíci

      ❤❤❤❤❤ We love you Maui!

  • @christinecamley
    @christinecamley Před 2 měsíci +1

    Ka’anapali!!

  • @Stealther
    @Stealther Před rokem +8

    My vote is for Kihei!

    • @jaybo24-7
      @jaybo24-7 Před rokem

      Yes! But recently there was a naked homeless guy at Kam 2 right by South Kihei Road sitting on a 5 gallon Home Depot bucket taking a crap!!!!🤮

    • @Stealther
      @Stealther Před rokem

      @@jaybo24-7 that can happen anywhere IMO.

    • @jaybo24-7
      @jaybo24-7 Před rokem

      @@Stealther yup he was heavyset so his badonk was pouring over the edges of the bucket

    • @russelllangworthy8855
      @russelllangworthy8855 Před rokem

      @@jaybo24-7Did you record it for TikTok? You could get rich. Lol.

  • @Hokage2719
    @Hokage2719 Před 16 dny

    Love your content will purchase your guide. I wanted to go to Maui would you still recommend post lahaina fire

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 16 dny

      We would recommend a trip to Maui! Visitors are welcome! See our Maui Travel Update for details: thehawaiivacationguide.com/lahaina-maui-fire-update/

  • @billhobartclairvoyantmedium

    We’ll live in Kihei and staycation in Wailea 😉

  • @wamdue404
    @wamdue404 Před rokem +1

    You should open your own resort. Would come for sure with my family!

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      we love that! thanks for the idea. I have a lot of respect for restaurant and hotel proprietors, it is a tough job.

  • @rdnugent1
    @rdnugent1 Před rokem +6

    Kapalua Bay is the crowning jewel of Maui. So, if you can't decide between Wailea and Ka'anapali, just head up to Kapalua. ;)

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem +1

      it is lovely up there! weather can get a little wet and windy but I like how naturally tropical and lush it is.

    • @slin4013
      @slin4013 Před 5 měsíci

      No way. It rains too often up there 😉

  • @PeaceFan1
    @PeaceFan1 Před rokem +2

    BEST Dinner: Star Noodle!! BEST Breakfast: 808 Grindz Cafe!!!!

  • @kevinm5363
    @kevinm5363 Před rokem +1

    Ka'anapali Beach Hotel in June 🌴

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      enjoy! I hope you booked their remodel rooms! we stayed in their older rooms. They were good but definitely worth upgrading to their new ones.

  • @golestaan2259
    @golestaan2259 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for wonderful information and lovely videos. Going to Maui for first time and we are on budget. Wondering if we stayed in not so expensive condo, can we use the pools of the luxury resort or hotels as public? in other words, can we day visit the resort and enjoy the restaurants and pools and do not stay in the expensive resort (go somewhere else for sleep) ?

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      I’m not aware of any resorts in Maui that offer day passes. Kauai has a couple and they are about $100 to use the pool.

  • @kristiyarn4939
    @kristiyarn4939 Před rokem

    Love your videos! We just got back to rainy Seattle from Ka’anapali and appreciated all the tips we got from you guys before we went. Thank you!
    (It’s “versus” not “verse” when you’re making comparisons. 😉)

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem +1

      thanks for the correction! I'm glad you had a great trip to Ka'anapali. Bummer, I can't change the verse in the beginning of the video now but I changed the description.

    • @kristiyarn4939
      @kristiyarn4939 Před rokem

      Love you guys!

  • @user-nz6wh7tl9r
    @user-nz6wh7tl9r Před rokem

    Thank you for the vidéo. We will be in Maui for 9 nights in midi septembre. Did you suggest to stay at the same hotel for 9 day's or it's better to split the half of our star un kaanapali and the rest at Wailea?

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem +1

      We like to split things up. We also sometimes stay at a vacation rental for the more adventurous/ go go go part and then do a relaxing resort for the rest

  • @mjo23dan
    @mjo23dan Před rokem

    Just curious what region you guys reside in in Maui?

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem +1

      we have recently moved to the mainland to be closer to family but we lived in West Maui

  • @user-vy1ko6ef4v
    @user-vy1ko6ef4v Před 2 měsíci

    How are the dining options in Ka’anapali now since Lahaina is closed?

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 2 měsíci +1

      They are busier now that Lahaina restaurants are closed. See our travel update here and watch our West Maui things to do as we highlight local restaurants in West Maui: thehawaiivacationguide.com/lahaina-maui-fire-update/

  • @kmontagna1
    @kmontagna1 Před 7 měsíci

    What about now, update please!!

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thanks for asking! We stayed in Ka'anapali Beach Resort in early November. See our Maui Travel Update for what to expect when staying in Ka'anapali for the foreseeable future: thehawaiivacationguide.com/lahaina-maui-fire-update/

  • @johnnyb9797
    @johnnyb9797 Před rokem

    Im here in Maui, can I bring cacao fruit to mainland?

    • @TheHawaiiVacationGuide
      @TheHawaiiVacationGuide  Před rokem

      No, but check here for details: www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/resources/traveler/hawaii/hawaiian_products

  • @dianeradtke8638
    @dianeradtke8638 Před rokem

    Are the beaches back. I was there a few months and the beaches had sand bags and not much sand at the beach.

  • @stargazer5073
    @stargazer5073 Před rokem

    Which parent bribbed the baby boy????????? ice cream, chocolate?

  • @ryandowning8044
    @ryandowning8044 Před rokem

    Versus, not verse