The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

This polished, contemporary oceanfront resort is within a 4-minute walk of both the Kaanapali Golf Course Resort South and the Whalers Villa mall and leisure complex. Casual rooms and suites all have flat-screen TVs, desks and free Wi-Fi, plus plush beds, private balconies, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some add fridges. Multiple dining and bar options include a burger bistro, oceanside dining and a Polynesian revue with an island-style buffet and local dancing show. There’s also a fitness center, a spa with beach views, and 4 outdoor pools (1 is adult only), plus a business center and meeting rooms. Airport shuttle service is available (fee).