Let’s face it, there are a lot of hotels in the Westin family (owned by Starwood). We’ve been to some that are just fine; nothing wrong but nothing to write home about. And now, we’ve experienced the Westin Maui Resort & Spa, in Hawaii. This is, truly, an outstanding hotel, and great for family travel. The Traveling Mamas recommend it!
Located in the resort area of Kaanapali on West Maui, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is impeccably designed. The recent renovation resulted in calm, open spaces with simple lines and a lack of clutter in the hallways. The previous owner (over 20 years ago) left behind may genuine Asian antiques, which we found throughout the resort property. At first, the idea of real relics simply exhibited made me feel a little nervous – after all, this is a completely family-friendly hotel with lots of young kids running around - but the antiques appear to be in no danger of Destruction by Wayward Child.
Those kids running around are kept plenty busy, you see; the water slides, 4 family pools (and a 5th for adults only), an activity filled day camp…even daily feeding of koi, those big red carp, every morning at 9:30AM. The Traveling Mamas were invited to stay at this hotel without our our children, but it was great seeing families enjoying themselves so much.
The Westin Maui has a Director of Fun, which just might win the award for Best Job Title Ever. If you’re planning a
Hawaii family vacation at the Maui Westin Resort & Spa, the Director of Fun will help plan out all the child friendly activities you’d want to keep your children happy on the trip (as if “happy” and “Hawaii” don’t go together so perfectly anyway). Children will love starting the day feeding the koi, and ending it by making Hawaiian s’mores on the beach (these have pretty much the same ingredients as regular s’mores, plus fresh Hawaii pineapple). And for us old marrieds, the Director of Romance can help rekindle those honeymoon feelings. Fun and Romance: It’s what a vacation at the Maui Westin Resort & Spa is all about.
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This place is awesome. I love all the activities available for families. The slides are so much fun and the beach is right there.
I’ve heard good things about this resort from many of my friends who have visited. It is very kid friendly so the resort is definitely for those interested in “family fun”.
Those pictures look sooooooooo tempting! Feeling the need for vacation right now!
Homemaker Barbi
Hhhmmn that seems like a delightful place. I’ve never been to Hawai but have been thinking about going. Now I think is the time to go.
Wow, what a great set of posts and pictures!
You’re beginning to convince me to visit Hawaii!
Looks like a nifty place.
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Thanks for sharing this post!I have never heard about this place.Truly worthy post and helpful for anyone.
Looks like a fantastic place for a holiday, I’ll have to check it out.
I liked so much my honeymoon vacations
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A vacation sounds great especially for the upcoming holidays. I guess I’ll include Westin Maui Resort and Spa on my list.
Thanks for sharing this post!I have never heard about this place.Truly worthy post and helpful for anyone.