Problems with Hawaii hotel

Laura0612 Posted: Jun 19, 2012 09:50 PM

Problems with Hawaii hotel

Soooooooo..... FH and I are booked at the Westin Maui for our honeymoon. It was originally supposed to be the Hyatt Regency but I took went on a tip and booked the Westin. Now i'm seeing all these AWFUL reviews on trip advisor which are recent about bad customer service, black mold in the rooms, construction, etc etc. I told the travel agent, and she said she'd like to move us. Of course, now the Regency is booked. Our choices are the Fairmont, the Marriot, and the Sheraton. Anyone ever been to any of those hotels on Maui? Suggestions? Much appreciated!!!!!!!!

2013Bride Posted: Jun 20, 2012 05:04 AM

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In my personal experience, Marriotts have *always* been great!

db276952 Posted: Jun 20, 2012 10:27 AM

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Agree- I've become somewhat of a snob when it comes to accomodations because I travel a lot for work.

Is it a Marriott Beach / Vacation Club? If so, the resorts I have stayed at were really nice. I've been to two, one in Oahu and one in Orlando (and I will be staying at the one in Kauai for our HM).

But, if you want something more upscale look into the Ritz(typically, owned by Marriott) - That is usually where I stay for business trips and it never disapoints.

2012_Bride Posted: Jun 20, 2012 10:41 AM

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If it's in your budget, check out the Four Seasons in Maui.

Jae Posted: Jun 20, 2012 10:53 AM

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oh gosh i wouldnt wanna stay there either! i would think ANY marriot is awesome i love their hotels!

Michi Posted: Jun 20, 2012 11:09 AM

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I stayed at the Westin in Maui last year, it was totally awesome. Stop reading reviews lol

The only other hotel Id recommend in Maui is the Hyatt--and even then I heard in Hawaii the Hyatt in Kuaui is really the place to be Hyatt wise.

I loved the Westin and the location is fantastic, don't worry. Search for my review, I have tons of pics.

PS
The Four Seasons and the 'fancier' hotels are in a completley diff. section of Maui and much more secluded.

Ker1398 Posted: Jun 20, 2012 11:46 AM

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I stayed at the Westin Laui last year and it was gorgeous and clean- and i am a hotel snob so I am not just saying that. I've also been to the sheraton there and it is nice, but not as nice as westin. by the way there are two westins- the villas and the kaanapali beach resort. i stayed at the kaanapali beach resort so I cant speak on the villas. but if it is the westin kaanapali you already booked, you have nothing to worry about : )

Peekaboo218 Posted: Jun 20, 2012 12:48 PM

Problems with Hawaii hotel

If we could, we'd be staying at the Westin. But we're trying to keep it under 10,000 for 2 weeks, so we're staying at the Makena Beach and Golf Resort in Wailea-Makena.

Laura0612 Posted: Jun 21, 2012 05:48 PM

Problems with Hawaii hotel

hmmmmm now i have plenty to think about...i definitely cannot afford the four seasons, i already looked into it...im glad to hear those of you at the westin had a good experience...maybe i'll just keep it as is...and yes it is the westin resort and spa in kaanapali :) thanks ladies!

scottsbride Posted: Jun 21, 2012 06:27 PM

Problems with Hawaii hotel

My friends went to Hawaii for there wedding/honeymoon. I will ask them where they stayed.

scottsbride Posted: Jun 21, 2012 07:14 PM

Problems with Hawaii hotel

They stayed at the Hyatt on the west side and the Maui Sunset on the south side.

vollie11 Posted: Jun 22, 2012 08:24 AM

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we just got back from the sheraton maui - great hotel - every room had a great view. We did walk down to the westin - which had a great location close to shopping and restraunts - also close to catamaran tours....

Megbeda Posted: Jun 22, 2012 09:53 AM

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I'm going to Maui too!!!! Cannot wait :) We are going to be staying at the Fairmont. I'm normally obsessive compulsive with planning vacations, but with all the wedding planning haven't had time. Our travel agent is FH's best friend's mother and has known him for years so I trust her opinion on this one. She said the Fairmont is great for a honeymoon.

shariallyson Posted: Jun 22, 2012 11:46 AM

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Posted by Megbeda

I'm going to Maui too!!!! Cannot wait :) We are going to be staying at the Fairmont. I'm normally obsessive compulsive with planning vacations, but with all the wedding planning haven't had time. Our travel agent is FH's best friend's mother and has known him for years so I trust her opinion on this one. She said the Fairmont is great for a honeymoon.

We are going to hawaii as well and staying at fairmont and then hyatt in kaui

Alannah22 Posted: Jun 22, 2012 08:55 PM

Problems with Hawaii hotel

We will actually be staying at the Sheraton next month!! My aunt has stayed there many times and she loves it!

nadia194 Posted: Jun 24, 2012 02:31 PM

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Go to VRBO!

Condos for rent! Thats what we are doing!

Megbeda Posted: Jun 25, 2012 09:34 AM

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Posted by shariallyson

Posted by Megbeda

I'm going to Maui too!!!! Cannot wait :) We are going to be staying at the Fairmont. I'm normally obsessive compulsive with planning vacations, but with all the wedding planning haven't had time. Our travel agent is FH's best friend's mother and has known him for years so I trust her opinion on this one. She said the Fairmont is great for a honeymoon.

We are going to hawaii as well and staying at fairmont and then hyatt in kaui

Cool! And we're date twins too! We are doing 5 nights at the fairmont then going to the big island for 7 nights. So excited!

cmv78 Posted: Jun 25, 2012 04:15 PM

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Are you booking this yourself or using a travel agent? If you aren't using an agent I'd suggest going with one...They are relatively inexpensive (mine only charged $50) My travel agent is really experienced, has been in the business over 20 years and specializes in Honeymoons..I'll inbox you the contact information. Completely worth it to have a point of contact who knows brides/honeymoons. Worth the peace of mind!!