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Makena Beach & Golf Resort

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At a Glance

    Pros

  • new fitness center
  • for quiet and a great beach, the location is ideal

    Cons

  • not as luxurious as nearby properties in Wailea
  • the property is far from attractions

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Makena Beach & Golf Resort Review

Renovated and upgraded, this resort (formerly the Maui Prince) has a superb location just south of Makena, on a secluded piece of land surrounded by a magnificent golf course and abutting a beautiful, near-private beach. The pool area is simple—two round pools—but surrounded by beautiful gardens that are quiet and understated compared to the other big resorts. Guest rooms, on five levels, all have ocean views (in varying degrees) and surround the courtyard, which has an atrium garden with a stream. An activity desk has a wide range of water sports, including snorkeling and stand-up paddling. One activity popular with families is a storytelling and stargazing session that uses iPads. The day spa offers relaxing massages in oceanfront cabanas. The hotel also presents the best Sunday brunch in South Maui.

    Hotel Amenities

  • 290 rooms, 20 suites.
  • Restaurants, golf course, pools, tennis courts, gym, spa, beach, water sports, parking.
  • Rooms have: a/c, safe, Internet, Wi-Fi.
  • Rate includes no meals.
  • Credit cards accepted.

Member Reviews

  • JoanWells, from Chicago
    11/23/07

    The Maui Prince is superior in every regard, in marked contrast to some of its neighbors in the Wailea vicinity to the north.
    The Maui Prince is Japanese in the very best sense - in attention to detail, exquisite service, and beautifully understated elegance. If you're looking for a tropical Las Vegas experience, check out the gaudy Grand Wailea nearby.
    The only possible complaint is that the hotel is located near the southern end of Maui's west coast, and the drive to Lahaina takes at least an hour (if you don't get caught in traffic). The hotel offers no shuttle service to Lahaina, so a rental car - and a long drive - is your only option if you want to go elsewhere in the island.

    Ratings details: Room: 5 | Atmosphere: 5 | Service: 5 | Value: 5
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