Kaanapali Shores, Maui

Kaanapali Shores is a beachfront resort located on 10 acres of white sand, tropical gardens, and flowing waterfalls in Hawaii. The resort offers a wide range of amenities, including two heated pools, two hot tubs, lighted tennis courts, a fitness and massage center, salon, jewelry store, sundry store, outdoor grills, and an oceanside restaurant. The resort is also conveniently located near a shopping center with a supermarket, coffee cafe, restaurants, and more.

Guests can enjoy various on-site activities such as tennis, pickleball, and Hawaiian entertainment every Wednesday evening. The resort is also close to Lahaina and Whaler's Village, offering easy access to local attractions. With its AAA 3-Diamond rating, Kaanapali Shores provides a luxurious and comfortable stay for vacationers looking for a complete resort experience.

    Kaanapali Shores Quick Facts:


  • Address: 3445 Lower Honoapiilani Rd,Lahaina, HI 96761
  • Property Size: ~10.1 acres (463 units)
  • Reviews: 4.64 / 5.0 (from 2163 reviews)
  • Average Price: $365/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kaanapali Shores Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Kaanapali Shores

Kaanapali Shores Average Rates


As of April 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kaanapali Shores is $365. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $669. 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 Shores Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 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 Shores delivers a relaxed condo-resort experience in a prime North Kaanapali location. Guests love the oceanfront setting for sunsets and frequent whale and turtle sightings from lanais, plus two pools (a lagoon-style family pool and a quieter oceanfront pool by the Beach Club restaurant with happy hour and occasional live music). The grounds are lush and well kept, towel exchange is easy, and the walkability is a big win: a Times grocery store across the street, an ABC store and coffee nearby, and a popular food-truck park next door. Many reviewers highlight friendly staff and responsive hosts/managers, along with convenient parking and a not-too-crowded vibe.

Units vary by owner but many feel like well-equipped homes: full kitchens, in‑unit laundry, beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards, even wagons), and comfortable beds. Some condos are newly remodeled and spotless with gorgeous ocean views; ground-floor units are praised for step-out access to pools and the beach, while higher floors trade convenience for sweeping vistas and whale watching from the lanai. Check-in is generally smooth and communication strong, and families consistently note how easy it is to spread out, cook meals, and bounce between beach and pool.

Common watch‑outs reflect the property’s age and island setting: the beach out front can be narrow or rocky depending on tide (many guests swim a short drive away at Kahekili or Black Rock), and occasional construction/lanai work has caused daytime noise or temporary balcony closures—confirm current status if this matters. Tropical pests do crop up at times; most stays are unaffected, but a handful of units reported ants or roaches with mixed success after spraying. A few condos feel dated or lightly cleaned, and kitchen stocking varies. If renting privately, expect some resort limitations (no bell carts, paid gym, daily parking fee) and occasional noise near the garden birds, delivery areas, or family pool. Overall, travelers looking for a comfortable, highly convenient, family-friendly base with strong views and amenities rate Kaanapali Shores very highly.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Kaanapali Shores Reviews


Great location. Several palmetto bugs in kitchen even though we kept all the food in the refrigerator. Ceiling above shower was broken so showed pipe through wall. Smelled musty when we checked in - probably should remove carpet. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals!
Kristin D.
January 2026

Such a wonderful, central West Maui location. The resort was beautiful and the condo was perfectly appointed. We used the beach chairs every day. My Perfect Stays had great communication and provided everything we needed inside of the condo. Would definitely book again.
Heather S.
December 2025

Very roomy for all activities, everything we needed was included. So kind of the host to include gear for beach fun. The private balcony was great.
Kyle T.
December 2025

Our stay was wonderful! Everything appeared as described in the listing. The beds were super comfortable. The overall facility was very nice. 10/10!
Lauren S.
December 2025

Jim and Linda’s place was just incredible! I was afraid the ground level would not be the best for ocean views, but I sure was wrong! We saw whales, dolphins, and turtles all from our lanai. The convenience of being ground level with kids and with my dad along was perfect! Literally steps to the beach, the pool, and the poolside restaurant. The unit had everything we needed, including kids toys, beach chairs, backpack cooler, binoculars (which we used a lot!), stocked kitchen, etc. We fell asleep to the sounds of the ocean every night. The hosts were gracious and allowed a late check out as well since our flight was not leaving until late. Book this room! Mahalo to Jim and Linda! We hope to be back!
Melissa K.
December 2025

Our stay here was wonderful. Kelly made everything super easy for us. The apartment was super clean, AC super cold, great peakabo view of the ocean. She left a nice welcome package with snacks and some drinks in the fridge was so nice! The bed and pillows were very comfortable. The closet had all the stuff needed for the beach which we used to watch the sunset. The pictures shown are accurate.The Kaanapali Shore property was surprisingly nice, had 2 nice pools, one by the ocean and another pretty big one. Lots of parking, and small shops on property. The restaurant there had good food with great french fries! and a nice bar. I overheard people talking about playing pickleball on the property too which they were happy about.When we come to Maui we usually stay in Kihei, but decided to try Kaanapali. We were happy we made the change. The vibe in Kaanapali was way different, more laid back. We were very happy with our stay here at this property and with Kelly and would stay here again. Thanks Kelly!
Amber B.
December 2025

Luxurious place, the view amazing and the host was very thoughtful and responsive. We expected to be wowed, but this was above and beyond. Watch whales nearly every morning from the deck , the host having provided binoculars made it even better. Beach towels (big ones), beach chairs ( Tommy Bahama quality) and even umbrellas to keep us from burning. Very thoughtful down to a bag of Hawaiian blend coffee. Oh and a HUGE TV for watching movies at the end of a busy day. That and a quick walk to food trucks , Pineapple Robot bar ( great Karaoke) five minute walk away. We watched the sunset each night on the swimable beach - a magical place to stay.
Gregory R.
December 2025

The property management company was excellent and very responsive.
Rajesh
December 2025

Perfect location with easy access to the pool and beach. Beautiful views of the ocean and sunset. Plenty of room for our adult family of four.
Kelli C.
December 2025

The condo was very clean and comfortable. Good bed and the washer and dryer worked very well. There was a representative from My Perfect Stays there to make sure we got into our condo OK, even though our flights were delayed and we were about 2 1/2 hours late. There was one issue that had I known about I wouldn’t have chosen this rental. The Hawaiian weather is so mild this time of year that you can have the doors and windows open day and night. The lanai door needs replaced. It is very difficult to open and makes a deafening screeching noise when closing it. This really impacted our use of the lanai and was very disappointing to me since the ocean view was a huge factor in choosing this unit. Also, the window in the bedroom was hard to open and a hassle to close . My Perfect Stays sent someone to address this for us and hopefully will get the door and window repaired, whatever that takes. Maybe these two things wouldn’t matter too much to someone else but they would have been a deal breaker for me, had I known .
Roxanne P.
December 2025

3rd time staying at this resort and 2nd time in this exact unit and it was wonderful as usual. Hosts were great, everything was perfect for us. Thanks again!
Mark R.
December 2025

Great location and amenities (pool, bar)
Ashlee S.
December 2025

We recently stayed at this condo in Maui and had a mixed experience. The unit was very clean, and the view off the lanai was absolutely beautiful—truly the best part of the condo.However, the condo itself felt quite dated and is in need of several minor upgrades, especially considering the price point. There was no light on the lanai, which made it impossible to enjoy meals or spend time out there after dark. The refrigerator doors couldn't open fully because they hit the counter, and the silverware had to be kept on the counter due to the lack of a suitable drawer. The kitchen also had only one plug, tucked back in a corner, making it very difficult to use appliances like the blender and toaster.On the positive side, Vacasa was great to work with and kept us well-informed leading up to our trip.Overall, we loved the view and the location, but the condo would really benefit from some thoughtful updates.
Lynn D.
December 2025

The resort was great, the pools were awesome and the beach is wavy but swimmabl even with 2 yound kids. The location of the suite is a mi ute walk from the pool which was awesome and I loved being on the ground floor while our baby napped we would sit out there. Now for the consistency, the sofa bed is incredibly uncomfortable, you can literally feel all the springs, I had back and neck pain the whole trip the whole time. I would suggest changing that sofa bed asap. Also a beach wagon would have been really useful for going to the beach. Also a mop. We had the toilet back up on day one and they sent maintenance pretty quickly so that was nice.
Juliana B.
December 2025

Absolutely fantastic location! The property is great and the host provided some items like an umbrella and beach chairs so we actually had less to rent for our group
Chris S.
December 2025

Wonderful property with awesome views. Easy check-in and checkout process!!
Dudley B.
December 2025

The condo was fantastic. Parking is easy and safe with an attendant watching over who enters and exits. Best part of this place is the food truck village is literally right next to it.
Heath C.
November 2025

My family stayed for a week at this property. Although communication with the property management company was good and they were prompt in responding, the overall condition of the condo was disappointing. The listing over emphasized the quality of the condo. There was a glass closet door missing from the second bedroom, another one wasn't on the track properly. The main bathroom had stains in the bathtub, the shower curtain was stained and appeared dirty. In the master bathroom the shower curtain was stained. The fridge was missing a cover to one of the drawers. Several of the dishes and cutlery were not clean, however, had been put away. You could open the window in the master bedroom, however it was difficult to do, to hear the waves, but the windows were very dirty and hard to look out. The couch had several stains on the cushions and really needs a deep clean. The patio furniture seemed very old and in need of replacing. My kids enjoyed the pool, and we did watch the sunset from the beach a couple of nights. We had just come from another condo in Maui, and compared to that one, this one fell short for us.
Amber S.
November 2025

Everything was good but need to update standard kitchen items like knives, tongs etc.
Sean B.
November 2025

Fun time. Enjoyed unit.
Doug B.
November 2025

We would definitely stay again the view was better than the photos
Mike R.
November 2025

Everything was perfect. Location view amenities. Will 100% stay there again
Mike P.
November 2025

The studio was really nice. Nice it had amenities for own cooking . Clean and plenty of towels.
Katie T.
November 2025

Carpeting and furniture are disgusting. Bed has a foam piece placed over the mattress and is not comfortable. Host only communicates via VRBO when there are issues. The view is beautiful, and the kitchen has been updated but I wouldn’t stay in this unit again.
Glen M.
November 2025

A wonderful accommodation to enjoy Hawaii! Our family of 5 found the sleeping arrangements to work great, the condo is spacious, the kitchen is well stocked and the view is beautiful! (You can see the waves crashing on the beach) The location of the unit in the building is also excellent - steps away from the elevator and then Straight out to the pool! The location of the property is 5 mins from everything you need but you can also walk to everything. We loved our stay. Thank you
Chad V.
November 2025

Excellent communication and a very clean and well appointed condominium.
Mary Kay A.
November 2025

Best view
Milan C.
November 2025

We’ve been staying at Ka’anapali Shores for a few years and this is by far the nicest condo we’ve stayed in. It’s modern, clean, and has everything you could possibly need. Thank you to the hosts for providing such a wonderful stay!
Sarah W.
November 2025

Condo was clean and stocked with everything we needed! Parking was easy and location was great and convenient to everything! When I asked questions, responses were quick and informative. Would definitely stay here again!
Brandi V.
November 2025

This is the perfect place to stay! 2 bedroom, 2 bath, with washer and dryer makes a week-long stay in Maui a breeze. A 30-second stroll to the beach makes coffee and sunsets on the beach easy. The two swimming pools and two hot tubs are a bonus. The beautiful resort grounds, cute shops attached to the resort, nearby (walkable) grocery store and restaurants, and very friendly resort staff are so nice. I highly recommend this unit. It is on the first floor, so no wait time for elevators, and we were never bothered by upstairs neighbors. The patio is lovely and provides shade and the sound of the ocean all day long!
Gretchen B.
November 2025

Very nice property and in a great location. The property is nice--pools, tiki huts, lobbies and restaurant all nice. Great beach front made it easy to enjoy ocean days. Easy walk for groceries, restaurants and to the food trucks, as well as easy access to the beachwalk. The condo was perfect: clean, spacious, stocked with some essentials to get started, beach chairs/umbrellas, and very easy to access. Host gave great, clear instructions, so getting in and parking was easy. Would definitely stay here again and with this hosting property.
Amy M.
November 2025

We had the best time the view is amazing. The condo was amazing. Would come back anytime.
Emily E.
November 2025

We had a great stay in KS725! Perfect for 2 couples. Plenty of towels, additional fans were great at bedtime (we like moving air, and the AC seemed to have a regulator that kept it at 74F even when set it lower) I appreciated the property manager checking in to see if we needed anything. They were attentive and easy to reach before and during our stay. It was nice to have a large rolling cooler, and we wished there was a smaller one too. We made heavy use of the coffee maker and kitchen, cooking breakfast and dinner in the unit. The BBQ's for KS are in an inconvenient space (by the tennis courts in the front of the resort and parking garage), not the fault of the owners. We did use them as well, and hope KS will consider putting them in the courtyard/pool area like the other resorts. Parking was easy, just paid for a week pass. The market across the street was convenient, as was the Food Truck Park across the street. There is also a GREAT little dive bar/coffee shop with live music in the strip shopping center across the street that we wish we had discovered earlier! FUN! The Mai Tai's at the bar in the on-site restaurant are VERY yummy, and they will add a Lilikoi Foam if you ask - A MUST! Great location and we will definitely return to THIS unit. Thank You for a great stay!
Stephanie S.
November 2025

Amazing beach and resort views! Beautiful sunsets every night! Great condo for family and comfortable for little ones too!
Douglas L.
November 2025

Poor communication with owner. Did not even provide coffee for the length of our stay!
Laurie S.
November 2025

This was a great stay; the resort was nice, budget friendly, and very accommodating to us. We arrived and determined our unit did not have a ceiling fan and the management company promptly brought us a fan to have throughout our stay. The unit had everything we needed for basic cooking. We would definitely stay here again!
Zack T.
October 2025

Place was nice but the unit is a little old. Also air conditioning doesn’t work in bedroom, so you need to leave door open.
Katherine S.
October 2025

This condo was very clean and updated. Great view of the ocean and pool area! The location to coffee, stores, and food trucks was a plus. Kaanapali Shores Resort offers so many great amenities - Great place to stay!
Hettie B.
October 2025

Sliding glass doors to the lawn/beach area were extremely hard to open indicating the tracks had not been cleaned for some time. Master bathroom sink would back-up, indicating drain needs to be cleaned out. Towel rack in master bath coming out of the wall. Air vents on the doors containing air conditioning unit/storage room were full of solid dust/debris that my wife had to vacuum (I had to empty the full canister before she could do this). Oh yes, killed 3 cockroaches the first day in the kitchen area. Needless to say, if this ground unit did not have great access to the beach, pool area, I would not have rented unit.
Alan C.
October 2025

Had a great time, thank you
Andreas B.
October 2025

Great, central location with nice pools, gardens, and beach. Unit has beautiful views. Unit is dated, but clean, comfortable and well stocked.
Gary Z.
October 2025

We stayed in this room for 2 nights following a 7-night stay in a different room at the same resort. This room has an incredible view and is relatively private. You can hear the surf which is really nice. The unit does not face the direction of the sunset but has beautiful views to the north and west.The unit itself is roomy for 2 people. Some previous reviews complained about the furnishings, but they are typical for the resort and was clean and comfortable. The only comment is the kitchen configuration is a little wonky. No issue cooking but an odd shape leaving some of the counter space unusable.There were no bugs, just friendly birds visiting us on the balcony.The resort itself provides a great location on a sandy beach, two pools (one geared for kids/families and one by the bar/restaurant geared for adults. There are daily activities, pickleball and tennis courts and BBQs. Grocery store across the street for the smaller items you don’t by at Costco.I would definitely come back and stay in this unit againMahalo
Mark S.
October 2025

I think I might be interested in buying in this building, the location is key.
Adam O.
October 2025

Our hosts are fabulous. Great communication and the room was perfect. Lovely views of both the pool and beach. Beautiful sunsets each night either on the balcony or beach. We love this resort with quick access to Airport Beach and Kapalua Bay. First day a turtle came up on the beach of the resort to sun itself! Couldn’t ask for a more perfect vacation!
Larry B.
October 2025

The location is amazing. Steps from the pool, steps from the beach, and although on the ground floor, there was very little noise. Had a little trouble with the icemaker, and the owner’s representative remedied the situation immediately. Will definitely stay here again! I have been on Maui many times, and this was the best.
Cherie D.
October 2025

We loved our stay! The location is ideal. The beach & pool are just steps away. The beds were comfortable and the condo was clean. Communication with the host was excellent. We will be back!
Arista L.
October 2025

Our stay was very enjoyable! It was quiet and had beautiful ocean view. It was clean. The beds were comfortable and clean. The kitchen and living quarters were just what we needed. The washer and dryer came in very handy. I would recommend you stay here. It is a great place!!
Mary S.
October 2025

Loved the condo layout and ocean view!
KATHI F.
October 2025

The property was just as advertised, with views that exceeded our expectations. The property even had some live music that we could hear from the balcony one evening. People were friendly, and the property management company was responsive, although we didn't need much support. Unit was great and the property was great. We would definitely come back!
Nara H.
October 2025

Great trip with my wife and two kids! The place was clean and amazing location.
Joe F.
October 2025


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