Kaanapali Royal, Maui

Kaanapali Royal is a luxury gated condo resort located on the 16th fairway of the Kaanapali Royal Golf Course in Hawaii. The resort is a short 5-10 minute walk or free trolley ride to Whalers Village, which offers shopping, dining, and access to the world-famous Kaanapali Beach and Black Rock snorkeling area. Onsite amenities include a heated pool, whirlpool, tennis courts, basketball courts, BBQ and picnic area, and secured parking. The resort is surrounded by beautifully manicured tropical grounds and is a 5-minute drive to Lahaina Town, known for its waterfront shops and restaurants.

Guests can enjoy various activities such as swimming, snorkeling, jet skiing, parasailing, catamaran day-trip sails, and whale watching (in season). The resort charges a flat $154 parking and facilities fee per stay, which covers gated parking, pool and tennis court access, and 24-hour security. Kaanapali Royal is an ideal destination for romantic getaways or family vacations, offering a relaxing and intimate setting without the crowds.

    Kaanapali Royal Quick Facts:


  • Address: 2560 Kekaa Dr,Lahaina, HI 96761
  • Property Size: ~7.0 acres (105 units)
  • Reviews: 4.77 / 5.0 (from 1169 reviews)
  • Average Price: $561/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kaanapali Royal Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Kaanapali Royal

Kaanapali Royal Average Rates


As of September 2026, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Kaanapali Royal is $561. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Kaanapali Royal Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 814 Guest Reviews


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The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Kaanapali Royal delivers a relaxed, residential feel just above the bustle of Kaanapali Beach. Guests consistently praise the spacious, condo-style layouts with big lanais overlooking the golf course and partial ocean views, plus a quiet, gated setting that’s an easy walk or short drive to Whalers Village, Black Rock, shops, and dining. The pool and hot tub areas are well kept and rarely crowded, and many appreciate on-site courts (tennis/pickleball/basketball) and the overall value compared with beachfront resorts.

Units are often described as well stocked and family-friendly: full kitchens that make cooking easy, in‑suite laundry, and lots of thoughtful extras like beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, and even snorkel gear. Hosts and managers across many units get high marks for responsiveness and clear communication, and little conveniences nearby—the Fairway Shops with coffee, a small market, shave ice, and a snorkel store—add to the easy, low-key vibe. Sunsets from the lanai and proximity to great snorkeling at Black Rock stand out as highlights.

Common trade-offs to know: the complex isn’t on the sand, so expect about a 10–15 minute walk (often uphill on the return) and you can’t cut across the golf course during play. Most buildings have stairs and no elevators. Several reviewers mention a mandatory parking fee (often around $20/day or ~$150/week) that isn’t always obvious at booking. Because units are individually owned, quality varies—some are freshly updated while others feel dated or need minor TLC; occasional issues noted include AC quirks (or no AC in a few units), appliance or hot-water limits, musty smells, or pests typical of the tropics—though many guests say management addressed problems quickly. A few units report road or school-day noise. Overall, the trend is strongly positive for space, location, and value with a condo-home experience.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 814 reviews

Recent Kaanapali Royal Reviews


Loved having a full-size home to stay in while visiting the island - much more comfortable and spacious than a hotel room. We could stay in and cook or go out if we wanted. The hot tub was enjoyable in the evenings to wind down. The view was beautiful - you could see the ocean from the pool area. Doing laundry was right there - you didn't have to go anywhere. We enjoyed the patio for evening dinners and morning coffee.
Janice R.
June 2026

We can’t say enough good things about our stay. The unit was wonderful. It was well stocked with everything we could possibly need and close proximity so we could walk down to paradise. I would like to give a special thanks to Rick the owner. His communication was excellent throughout the whole process and he went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. My family highly recommends this rental and we will be back for sure!
Bret T.
June 2026

Great location, only 15-20 min walk to the beach. Shopping center nearby. Place was clean and roomy. Host communicated by text and replied promptly whenever I had a question. Plenty of kitchen appliances that came in handy.
Daniela H.
June 2026

So clean and spacious and absolutely everything we needed. Love the location. Will absolutely be back!
Elizabeth F.
June 2026

Wonderful place perfect location
Kay H.
May 2026

The property was amazing, it was clean, spacious and close to amenities, nothing negative to say about it
Paul E.
May 2026

Our host was absolutely incredible and a great communicator. The location is perfect to do all of your favorite activities. The condo is incredibly clean and perfectly stocked for a great family vacation. We loved going for adventures in the day and coming home to cook or just relax on the patio. Many great restaurants and shopping with a very short walk. This choice was a 10 out of 10 for us!
Emma H.
May 2026

The location was perfect, just steps from the pool! The unit was stocked with everything you could need including all beach supplies! It was very clean and comfortable. The view was beautiful! The communication with the host was perfect! She was incredibly accommodating for a last minute arrival! Wonderful experience!
Laura F.
May 2026

Beautiful location and sweet amenities! Definitely coming back! Enjoyed the pool area except for getting stung by a bee :-( other than that, I can’t wait to come back and do some golfing
Yen N.
May 2026

Our stay at the Kaanapali Royal was incredible. Location wise, we were about a 10-15 minute walk to Black Rock Beach (a bit further due to our specific condo location). However, the walk was beautiful so there were no complaints. The condo came stock with beach gear (chairs, coolers and a beach umbrella) which were game changers! The unit was spacious, provided the ability to cook for ourselves, and was overall a perfect Hawaiian setting. The host was extremely responsive, and easy to get ahold of. I couldn’t recommend this place enough (especially for the price)!
Frances B.
May 2026

Lots of shops nearby and beach access is across the street. Beautiful home with great A/C.
Amy V.
May 2026

Beautiful 2 story condo on the Kaanapali Royal golf course. My husband and I were here for a month and we loved watching the golfers and the closeness to Kaanapali beach and Whaler’s Village. We would definitely stay here again.
James H.
May 2026

Experience spotless rooms and an incredibly welcoming host.
Crystal G.
May 2026

This is a beautiful place with comfortable beds, a well appointed kitchen and lovely decor.I wish we could have spent more time there!The host was amazing from start to finish! We hope to go back one day soon!
Sue S.
May 2026

Great lay out. Furnished well. Amazing lanai. We had a relaxing stay
Robert W.
May 2026

The place was very spacious and convenient.
Rasa P.
April 2026

Easy walk to Whalers Village and the ocean. The property is small but beautiful, we loved the trees. Sitting on the patio watching the sunset is magical. The condo was very comfortable and loved that there was 2 primary suites.
Jacquie F.
April 2026

Amazing location and facilities. 10 minute walk to the beach. Only negative comment is the pictures show a bbq in the lanai. However there is not one. But the common bbq area is very nice and easily accessible.
Jordan
April 2026

Very Spacious, excellent location, easy check in, great experience! Would book again!
Jennifer K.
April 2026

The condo was great. Lots of space for our family of 4. Well stocked kitchen, beach chairs, etc. We enjoyed the ground floor location and being so close to the pool. Stacie was so great to communicate with and went out of her way to make our stay enjoyable.
Erica N.
April 2026

The stay was good overall. The condo was nice with most everything you need. The beach chairs and cooler were a nice touch. The walk to the beach was a little further than we anticipated, but was only an issue if you are carrying a bunch of stuff down to the beach for the day. There is parking at the beach, but it gets filled up quickly. Outside deck was very nice and roomy with a great BBQ as well. There is a Safeway 5 minute drive away, as well as Whalers Village which is a 12 minute walk. Property management company was excellent to deal with. We would come back again to this condo.
Dana G.
April 2026

J303 was as described. This is a fantastic condo and would highly recommend staying there.The kitchen was fully equipped, plenty of dishware, spices, and cooking utensils. Kannapali Royal has a very nice pool and hot tub centrally located. Great views and nice walk from the unit to Whalers Village. Lahina Trolley has a stop near the complex that will take you to and from Whalers Village.
Bill C.
April 2026

We had a great stay at this property! It came well equipped with everything you need in the kitchen right down to a cooler and everything else needed for a nice beach day. Rick was incredible to communicate with and we had zero issues during our stay. The condo was spacious and had a million dollar ocean view that we loved waking up to. The location is perfect in a beautiful, quiet area. We have stayed a numerous properties in the Kaanapali area and this one has been the best so far! Hope to be back soon.
Maria T.
April 2026

very convenient. very relaxing site nice & private yet walking distance to an array of activities.
Scott S.
April 2026

Condo was clean and spacious. Communication with property manager was great. My son loved that we had a view of the golf course. Location is desirable
Jesset S.
April 2026

Very clean, comfy, and well-appointed. Would definitely stay there again.
Cory B.
April 2026

This is a great condo for a family!! Very clean and it feels like home when we stayed there. We would highly recommend this place to any of our friends and family.
Terry s.
April 2026

Our stay was wonderful. We loved the location and the layout of our 2 bedroom. It was well equipped and very comfortable. Staff was amazing. Thank you!!
David D.
April 2026

This condo was lovely and comfortable and very well furnished. Only recommendation would be to change the entry system to a keypad. Having to put the key back in the lock box each time was tricky and led to us getting locked out on our first time! Monty was very accommodating and came to our rescue quickly!
Deborah T.
April 2026

Very nice property. Location has one of the best access to the pool. Parking lots are very tight. General store and a couple nice restaurants 5 min walk away.
John G.
April 2026

The condo was in a great location and had all of the amenitities you could need; beach towels, umbrellas, beach chairs, cart, kitchen supplies, linens, etc...our family had a great time and loved Maui! Thank you so much.
kelli t.
April 2026

Easy check in and clean room. Floors are all tile which were a bit slippery so I do recommend bringing some grippy slippers or socks!
Alicia K.
April 2026

Perfect location
Kristin P.
April 2026

Perfect place just a short walk to the beach. Host was wonderful.
Samuel
April 2026

This property is lovely, sitting right on the golf course. The view from the generous lanai is outstanding. The pool area was well-used by our grandkids. We appreciated the adjoining restrooms and BBQ grills.We were unlucky in our travel dates, arriving during the last of the "hundred year" storm that flooded Maui. Our first days were challenging due to closed roads, restaurants and stores. The manager of the condo allowed us a refund for that portion of our stay. We are so appreciative of his willingness to work with us on that issue and a couple of other concerns. We would stay here again.
Janie K.
April 2026

Great place. Well appointed and friendly host. Very nice unit and complex. Would definitely stay there again.
Geoff H.
March 2026

We had a great time in Hawaii. The weather this trip wasn’t the best, so we were glad to have such a nice place to hang out in. It was clean and very spacious for our group of 5. The Check in and check out processes were very simple and we loved the location near the Kaanapali Beach.
Russell C.
March 2026

This condo is fantastic! The views are amazing, the location is perfect (very close to Whalers Village with a ton of restaurants and shops) and ideally situated to explore the island. The pool and hot tub were great. We were there during a Kona low storm but felt very safe and secure in our condo.
Gabi R.
March 2026

The condo was clean and spacious. We enjoyed our stay.
Melissa C.
March 2026

If you are lucky enough to have this condo available for rent during your trip, book it immediately & without question. The beds & pillows were very comfortable, there were plenty of towels, beach chairs & umbrellas, coolers, etc. The condo was very clean, couches and chairs were comfortable & clean. The layout and size of the condo is perfect for 6 people. Great TV. It's close to the beach (10 to 15 minute walk), easy parking. Wonderful swimming pool & hot tub. And the HOA keeps the grounds incredibly clean (they have multiple people out every day). The kitchen is fully equipped with all plates, silverware, pots & pans, etc. There is also glass pyrex for leftovers. Kitchen is large and easy to cook in. A nice surprise for us was the array of cooking spices there were to choose from. We were there during a Kona low storm & were forced to stay indoors for a few days and the condo was very comfortable. The large lanai & the view from it was fantastic - - - it stayed dry and was sheltered from wind. Being able to use the grill and be outside was lovely. We truly had everything we needed. And Curtis & Martine were absolutely amazing. Very responsive to our questions. We can't recommend this condo enough.
Lieveka W.
March 2026

Fantastic spot for great value. We were very pleased with the space as well as the pool facilities. Short walk to beach areaOnly complaints were minor - a few of the appliances in the kitchen didn’t work properly at all. But a very minor detractor from the stayProperty Manager was responsive and great with any communication Highly recommend
Kristina T.
March 2026

Great owner with fantastic responses! Location is perfect to the beach and to Whaler Village. Lots of space in the condo. Very well stocked. Would gladly stay again!
Joni D.
March 2026

The space was fantastic and very nicely appointed. A few things didnt work likenthe tv remotes, lanai sun shades, outdoor lights, bedside lights. Also the bbq tanks were both basically empty and i have to drive arou d and find a place to fill.
Darin F.
March 2026

The whole unit needs updating, and so dark inside; furniture is old, old, old. Replace bed matresses, too soft. Themostat is too regulated to not cool enough. Third story steps are just much to lug suitcases and groceries.
Robert V.
March 2026

Very nice unit. Highly recommend. Will be staying here again.
Blake J.
March 2026

The spaces in the unit were pleasant to hang out in. We were traveling with another couple, so the fact that each room had its own full bath suited us well. We also used the washer/dryer and were pleased that a few pods and dryer sheets were provided. We also took advantage of the Tommy Bahama chairs for enjoying the beaches.
Maureen B.
March 2026

H303 was as described! Excellent location and plenty of space. Thank You!
Josh S.
March 2026

We had an amazing stay at Heathers condo. We have stayed at the Kaanapali Royal for years and this might be our favorite condo and host! Heather was super responsive with a minor fan issue we had and with rebooting the internet. So helpful! And the condo had everything and more than we needed. The ground floor location is amazing for getting to the pool, especially nice with little kids. We would love to stay at Heathers condo again when we come back! Would definitely recommend!
Ashley H.
March 2026

Great spot and spacious space
Rob W.
March 2026

Overall a nice, convenient condo. It could use some blinds on the doors to the family room to help keep the room cooler and for when someone uses the sleeper sofa!
Angela R.
March 2026


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