Kaanapali Shores Studio #742

Kaanapali Shores Studio #742 Overview

First Impressions

When I first walked into Kaanapali Shores Studio #742, I’ll be honest — it felt like stepping into someone’s well-loved beach retreat rather than a typical hotel room. This three-star studio sits right on one of Maui’s most coveted stretches of coastline, and you can actually hear the waves from inside. The space has that lived-in comfort that makes you want to kick off your shoes immediately and settle in for a proper island stay.

Location & What It Really Means

Look, Lahaina gets all the tourist attention, but being positioned on Kaanapali Beach means you’re getting the best of both worlds without the chaos. I mean, you’re literally steps from some of the clearest water I’ve seen on Maui — the kind where you can spot sea turtles just by walking to the water’s edge. The resort sits on the quieter north end of the beach, so while you can easily walk to the action at Whalers Village (maybe 10 minutes along the beach path), you’re not dealing with the crowds right outside your door. Couples seem to really get this balance, which honestly makes perfect sense.

The Studio Setup

The studio itself is pretty straightforward — we’re talking about 400 square feet that’s been thoughtfully arranged to feel bigger than it actually is. There’s a compact kitchen area that’s surprisingly functional if you want to prep some simple meals (the local fish market in Lahaina has incredible poke, just saying). The lanai faces the ocean, and that’s where you’ll probably end up spending most of your time anyway. I actually found myself out there with my morning coffee, watching the sunrise paint everything golden — it’s one of those simple pleasures that makes the whole trip worthwhile.

The Beach Experience

What really sets this place apart is the beach access — you’re not fighting for space or dealing with resort fees for chairs and umbrellas. Kaanapali Beach here is wide and sandy, perfect for those long walks that somehow turn into hours of people-watching and wave-dodging. The snorkeling right in front of the property is decent, though if you want the really good stuff, Black Rock (the lava outcropping at the north end) is where the action is. I saw more fish there in one afternoon than I did during an entire week in other Hawaiian destinations.

Why Guests Love It

There’s something refreshingly unpretentious about this place that I think people connect with. You’re not paying for marble lobbies or fancy restaurant experiences — you’re paying for location, pure and simple. The fact that recent guests rated the location so highly (8.8 out of 10) tells you everything you need to know. You wake up to ocean views, fall asleep to the sound of waves, and spend your days on one of Hawaii’s most beautiful beaches. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need, you know? It’s the kind of place where you actually relax instead of feeling like you need to be doing something every minute.

Kaanapali Shores Studio #742 Accommodations

Reviews of Kaanapali Shores Studio #742

• Alicia from United States (9/10)

  Quiet and nice little studio with a view… Nicely appointed with full size appliances. Parking is easy to access and is well priced.

• Sarah from United States (8/10)

  It had everything you needed kitchen wise and cleaning supplies. Love the bigger size bottles of shampoo,crème rinse and lotion.

• Mike from United States (6/10)

  It was great

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