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: 4.8 / 5.0 (from 1065 reviews)
  • Average Price: $453/night for 2 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kaanapali Royal Vacation Rentals

Kaanapali Royal Average Rates


As of July 2025, the average price of a 2 bedroom unit at Kaanapali Royal is $453. 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.

Kaanapali Royal's Best Rentals

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What Do Guests Think? An AI Analysis of 855 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.

The Kaanapali Royal condo resort on Maui receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from guests. Visitors appreciate the clean, spacious, and well-equipped units, highlighting the comfortable beds, fully stocked kitchens, and the inclusion of beach necessities such as chairs, umbrellas, and towels. The location is frequently praised for its convenience to beaches, shopping, dining, and activities, with many appreciating the short walk to Whaler's Village and Kaanapali Beach. The views from the condos, especially of the golf course and ocean, are noted as highlights. The resort's pool and BBQ area are also well-liked, offering a quiet and relaxing environment. Some minor criticisms include issues with parking, occasional maintenance needs, and the distance to the beach for those with young children or lots of gear. However, these are generally seen as minor compared to the overall positive experience. The responsive and helpful property managers and owners are often commended for their excellent service. Overall, guests report a fantastic stay at Kaanapali Royal, with many expressing a desire to return. This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 855 guest reviews.

Recent Kaanapali Royal Reviews


This property was ideal for our family of 4. It was only steps from the pool or a short walking distance from Whalers and Public Beach Access. It was well maintained. Beds were comfortable. Would highly recommend.
Kevin M.
March 2025

The condo is clean, spacious and comfortable for a family to enjoy an adventure. The beach is across the street. Perfect location for a morning walk or run on the boardwalk or beach. Loved my morning walk to the coffee food truck.If you are a cat lover, there are so many feral cats to enjoy.So many amazing restaurants to choose from that are close by. Dukes, MaLa, Star Noodle, Paia Fish Company and the Gazebo were some of our favorites. Leodas for pie. Island Creamery for ice cream is a must.ABC has everything you need from essentials to delicious fresh inexpensive meals. Plus keep your receipts and you get a prize.Whale tours; Surfing Goat farm; Kula Botanic Garden,Dragons Teeth, Ho okipa beach (surfers/turtles), and the swap meet were highlights on our trip. Be adventurous and discover Paia, Kihei Kula and Makawao your own way. We loved exploring all of the towns around the island.Can not wait to go back again to visit this paradise and stay in this condo.

March 2025

We had a wonderful 7 day stay at Kaanapali Royal! The condo was very clean and perfect for our group of 4 adults and 2 kids with the 2 master suites! Condo had everything we needed and was located close to the beach! We loved the pool area and spent a lot of time there. We definitely recommend this property
Sheri T.
March 2025

Loved our stay - location was awesome!
Heidi S.
March 2025

Exactly as the owner describes. Plenty of room for a family. Loved the location, removed from the busy beach and boardwalk zone.
Chantelle K.
March 2025

Perfect property and location in KAANAPALI. Absolutely no issues with the unit and everyone loved the stay. Clean, modern and fantastic space. Management super great to deal with and quick to communicate. All you will need with lovely golf course views. 5-10min walk to beaches and Whalers village. Could not have been more pleased with unit.
clint m.
March 2025

This condo was truly spectacular. I've stayed at numerous condos on Maui and this was by far the best. Everything about staying here was easy from check in and parking to the abundant beach/pool accessories provided. On site pool is great. Close walk to the Fairway Shops/restaurants and not far from the resorts, shopping and beach as well. And if you don't want to go out, grilling on the lanai and looking out at the ocean makes for a perfect afternoon. The pantry is even stocked with all the seasonings and spices you could ever need. 1000% would stay again.
Brian O.
March 2025

The condo was fabulous! It's a short walk to Whalers village. There is a trolley and Maui bus (Maui Express) as well. Coming back to the condo walking from Whalers Village is an incline. It maybe a bit for some seniors. We didn't have a rental car and was able to get around easily. Everything you need is provided. The furniture and beds are comfortable. On a side note only the master bedroom upstairs has a tv. There is a nice size one in the living room area as well. We were gone most of the time so it didn't matter to us.
Christina M.
February 2025

Clean. Comfortable. Lots of room and amenities. Convenient location. Great view.
Louis E.
February 2025

Owner Jim was excellent to work with and kept us updated as our trip got closer. Very large spacious unit with nice lanai where we spent every evening winding down. Plan on returning in 2026....
derek j.
February 2025

Overall really liked the accommodations. Master bedroom was nice. Brother said the small mattress was a bit uncomfortable but kind of expected. Location was about an 8 minute walk from black rock. No salt pepper or seasonings of any sort when we went which was a bit odd. Overall would definitely stay at this location again. Only complaint is it is not immediately on the water and requires a small drive or walk to access beach
Cameron G.
February 2025

Our host, Emmett, was wonderful. Easy check-in and check-out. Great golf course view from family room and lanai. Parking was easy and close to our unit. The bedrooms are both of nice size but carpet needs to be replaced.
Don B.
February 2025

Dish washer didn't work. Really poor communication.
Scott B.
February 2025

The condo was clean well appointed. A great location, just a short walk from the beach.
Brett M.
February 2025

Property and its location within the condos was amazing! It had great basics in the kitchen and rooms were comfortable and clean. Easy walk to the pool, Whaler Village and the beach.
Jamie K.
February 2025

It was better than expected. We had everything we needed to stay comfortably without having to shop. It was a great location and wonderful place to stay!!
Jill S.
February 2025

Kitchen needs some work. Dishwasher front crashes on your foot. Cabinets trashed and sticky. Missing wine opener and any bakeware. Had to have maintenance come and switch out an outlet and patio lamp. Otherwise as described. Great location. Just needs some TLC.
Nicole S.
February 2025

This place was such a nice place to stay plenty of room. Big lanai overlooking the golf course. Walking distance to beach and the Whalers village shops and restaurants. Everything went smooth and they accommodated all of our request. Thank You.
Heather S.
February 2025

Fantastic unit, complex and vacation rental. Highly recommend! Communications with the property manager were excellent. The condo is very large, with plenty of room to spread out. Very clean and ready for us when we arrived. Note that the onsite complex office is not open on weekends, so you may need to wait until a weekday to pay the additional parking fee. Gated entry, plenty of parking and well kept grounds. A/C works great, cooler and chairs in the outside storage closet, and all the starter items you need. Very quiet complex, while we were there. The strip mall just around the corner has a great little coffee shop, general store, snorkel store (very helpful people to rent equipment from), urgent care center, and pizza place, among other offerings. Easy walk to the beach and Whaler's Village. Pictures do a good job of depicting the unit, with the exception of the view - which is even better in person (of the beautiful grounds, pool and even a bit of the ocean)! Note, we were a bit concerned about the lack of recent reviews - hopefully this one gets posted and alleviates any similar concerns. Great unit!
David G.
February 2025

It was in a great location . Close to shopping, restaurants, Kaanapali beach. We walked everywhere or too free shuttle. Everything was set up in the condo for us. Pool area was very clean. I highly recommend Kaanapali Royal Resort to everyone. Made my vacation even more awesome!
Debra M.
February 2025

I had my family and in-laws stay with us for a week and we absolutely loved it. Beautiful interior, outstanding location.Being so close to shops, restaurants and beaches is the selling point of this place. Would recommend to anyone wanting to experience taste of Maui.
Mitchell H.
February 2025

great time golfing and hiking
Linden C.
January 2025

The condo was amazing, it was close to shops, beach, & restaurants. The photos didn't due justice to the actual accommodations, which were world-class. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and will hopefully be coming back in the future.
Donald A P.
January 2025

Great access to golf course and Whaler’s village. Clean property. Very well stocked. Had any kitchen items we needed. Coolers and sand chairs were so useful!
Rebecca W.
January 2025

Beautiful property Close to everything Enjoyed the surrounding beauty.
Hector R.
January 2025

Property very nice. Close to pool and jacuzzi. Played pickleball. View is beautiful. Lanai is great for evening sunset and anytime 15 minute walk to whalers village and the beach. There were 6 of us. Spacious and had everything you need. Pull out couch for 2 guests not comfortable(most are not). Felt bad they chose to sleep on the regular couch for 8 nights. Overall I highly recommend and would stay again.
Patricia L.
January 2025

We had no issues during our stay at the Kaanapali Royal in unit C202. The property was just as shown in the photos, with a fantastic location that made for a wonderful vacation.One note to be aware of: the listing states the unit sleeps six, but while there are queen-sized beds in each bedroom, the air mattress provided for the additional two guests was only a twin size. Although it came in a queen-sized box, the mattress itself was definitely smaller. If you’re planning to accommodate six people, this might be a concern.Overall, we enjoyed our stay and appreciated the accurate representation of the unit.
James G.
January 2025

Nice place as described thanks!!
Melissa M.
January 2025

We stayed with my son and DIL The property is exactly as shown online. Very good area walkable to beach and mall including restaurants I would stay there again.
Janet S.
January 2025

Nice condo on well kept grounds with clean pool and hot tub. Close to beach and shopping and numerous restaurants. Condo was clean and well stocked. It accommodated our needs just fine.
Erich U.
January 2025

Fantastic rental with close walking distance to the beach. Would stay here every time!
Mihira R.
January 2025

The condo was perfect and super comfortable for our group of two couples. Great amenities and excellent location. Loved walking to the beach or to Whalers Village (and the complimentary green trolley came in handy a few times)! Great to pack the cooler for a day trip or to take for an evening drive to take in the sunset from the beach. We will definitely return and stay here again!
Todd A.
January 2025

Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms.
Tracey P.
January 2025

We were a family of 4 who enjoyed Kaanapali to the fullest during our stay. The condo was in a great location, very spacious and had all the amenities we needed. Would highly recommend for anyone considering staying on Maui!
Akshay V.
January 2025

Great location, nice apartment and responsive hosts. We had a good time!
Da W.
January 2025

We had an amazing stay at this condo. It's in an ideal location with beautiful views. The condo is spacious, well-equipped, and the view from the lanai was lovely. The beds were very comfortable. The pool area was great and our 3 year old had a great time at this spot. Communication with the owner was easy and they were very helpful and gave detailed info. 10/10 recommend!
Kristina S.
January 2025

We loved our time at J303! The property was exactly as advertised and the host was very welcoming & communicative. Close to Whalers Village, beach, and activities. Hope to book here again!
Shelley R.
January 2025

Natalie's condo was perfect for our trip. Great location and fabulously appointed. Natalie provided clear instructions that covered everything we needed to know for our stay. I would book again!
Allie D.
January 2025

Great condo, good layout and plenty of space for our family of 5 (two adults, one teenager and two under 12). Plenty of dishes and cookware - we stocked up on breakfast and to go lunch supplies from Costco and Walmart when we arrived. We thought there was a pull out couch, but there is an air mattress instead (which we did not use as the sectional was fine for my teenage son).Close to some great beaches and walking distance to Whalers village and Kaanapali beach. We also visited old Airport Beach (our favourite), Kapalua and Napili beaches, all a short drive away.Given the devastation of Lahaina, there isn't too much close to the south and you have to drive 40 minutes to south shore beaches (Wailea and Maalaea) and restaurants, but not a big deal - the drive is fun and scenic.Would recommend and stay again. Mahalo for making our stay in Maui amazing!
Hanif D.
January 2025

Everything as advertised. Lots of space as we had an adult family of 5. Views are great and centrally located to everything you need. Woukd recommend to any family looking for a great spot.
Laki T.
January 2025

Condo was perfect for our week long stay on Maui. Walking distance to Whaler's Village shopping, restaurants, beautiful Kaanapali beach and Black Rock area for snorkeling. The Condo came with beach towels, chairs, body boards and snorkel gear. We had many meals on the Lanai which provided excellent views. When we return to Maui in the future we will definitely rent this Condo again.
Ken B.
December 2024

Very accommodating and convenient.
Tayler S.
December 2024

We enjoyed our stay here. It had all the amenities we needed. In fact now we’re going to go home and buy the coffee pot like what was in the VRBO because we liked it so much. Spacious bedrooms. Loved the spending time on the back deck. Enjoy the nice walk to the beach access as well. Appreciated the location having a grill and washer dryer on site.
Jennifer S.
December 2024

Nice view of the golf course. Pool was nice. We had all the amenities to hang out at the beach (such as towels and chairs). Shuttle information misleading and beds were soft. Otherwise, we had a lovely stay at the condo.
Alaira B.
December 2024

Very helpful and friendly host, quick to respond and accommodate any asks.
Maria K.
December 2024

The house was well supplied and fresh towels and fresh linen. The cooking utensils and kitchen facilities will relatively new. The owner had left some supplies so that we didn’t have to run around to go to the supermarket for minor things which was very generous. Overall, the house is very well-kept and a great place to stay.
Kat W.
December 2024

Great property, exactly as advertised. While there’s no dining table inside, the furniture on the lanai is perfect for all meals. Would be better with a bed in the second room as opposed to the hide a bed. Any issues were handled by the property manager/owner within hours. So impressed with the service, Mahalo!
Shauna F.
November 2024

The condo was super amazing, had space to move and it made us feel at home. It was conveniently located among so many wonderful places to go explore and sight see. Would highly recommend and plan to return!
Jennifer W.
November 2024

What a great home base for our multi-generational family vacation! The floor plan was roomy and amenities were great. Easily walk to Whalers Village and close-by shops, including a very yummy shave ice spot! We would definitely come back again! Jim was great and very responsive.
Nicole S.
November 2024

The condo was very clean upon arrival and the kitchen was well stocked. The condo had a nice view of the property as well as the pool area and the ocean. The host was very friendly and very accommodating. The condo is walking distance to Whalers Village and Ka’anapali beach. We definitely will return to this condo in the future.
Wayne M.
November 2024


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