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We returned about a week ago from 10 nights at Kapalua Bay. We had banked points in aticipation of this trip, knowing it would be expensive, but felt that it was well worth it. Member Services had contacted us after we had made reservations for an ocean view room to tell us that we had received the "With our Compliments" package, which gave us the 6th night free, so they rebated one night's points into our membership. If I had known this in advance, I would have considered booking 12 nights, if I could get every 6th night free...or make two reservations? As it was, I already had my scarce frequent flyer tickets and didn't want to mess with those.
The package also upgraded us to an ocean front room (which is supposedly worth $80 per night), and gave us 2 free daily breakfast buffets each day. This was a real money saver. The breakfast is worth $19 per person and the buffet is fabulous. When we ate later into the morning, we really weren't even hungry until dinner, which cut down on our food bill alot!
The hotel is very nice and in an especially beautiful location, the rooms are quite spacious (There were four of us...myself, DH, DD(17) and DS(15)) and we never felt like we were on top of each other. The hotel bills itself as "understated luxury" and I'd have to say that aptly describes it. I have certainly been in more opulent accomodations for similarly priced hotels, but it is very lovely, comfortable, and serene.
We were identified as DVC, but never, ever felt that we were treated poorly for it. The bell staff was particularly helpful and friendly.
My tips:
o They have complimentary small refrigerators that are available on request (a tip from bell services). EXTREMELY helpful since drinks from the honor bar are ridiculous.
o We bought a large duffle bag with equipment which also saved us a bundle. We brought our own snorkle gear, two beach umbrellas that had their own carry pouches, and two of those sand chairs with arms that fold up into their own little pouches. No problem with checking it, on the airplane, but probably could have left the chairs at home and been okay laying on towels that were provided to hotel guests.
o We learned too late that there is a laundromat at the shopping center at Kahana, just down the road...those last pairs of underwear became very valuable!
o Lahaina is good for lots of family-friendlier eating choices that at the resort...Hard Rock Cafe...Cheeseburger in Paradise...Bubba Gump Shrimp Company...at prices that were similar to other vacation locations.
o The valet stand has a cassette for you to use on the Drives to Hana and Haleakala...very helpful...Dramamine was helpful for the road to Hana...do not stop at Hana!!! Drive as far as the seven pools...we almost missed this and it was the best part of the trip. Take sweatshirts and sweatpants for Haleakala...it is cold even midday!
That's all for now, any questions, I'd be thrilled to answer!
The package also upgraded us to an ocean front room (which is supposedly worth $80 per night), and gave us 2 free daily breakfast buffets each day. This was a real money saver. The breakfast is worth $19 per person and the buffet is fabulous. When we ate later into the morning, we really weren't even hungry until dinner, which cut down on our food bill alot!
The hotel is very nice and in an especially beautiful location, the rooms are quite spacious (There were four of us...myself, DH, DD(17) and DS(15)) and we never felt like we were on top of each other. The hotel bills itself as "understated luxury" and I'd have to say that aptly describes it. I have certainly been in more opulent accomodations for similarly priced hotels, but it is very lovely, comfortable, and serene.
We were identified as DVC, but never, ever felt that we were treated poorly for it. The bell staff was particularly helpful and friendly.
My tips:
o They have complimentary small refrigerators that are available on request (a tip from bell services). EXTREMELY helpful since drinks from the honor bar are ridiculous.
o We bought a large duffle bag with equipment which also saved us a bundle. We brought our own snorkle gear, two beach umbrellas that had their own carry pouches, and two of those sand chairs with arms that fold up into their own little pouches. No problem with checking it, on the airplane, but probably could have left the chairs at home and been okay laying on towels that were provided to hotel guests.
o We learned too late that there is a laundromat at the shopping center at Kahana, just down the road...those last pairs of underwear became very valuable!
o Lahaina is good for lots of family-friendlier eating choices that at the resort...Hard Rock Cafe...Cheeseburger in Paradise...Bubba Gump Shrimp Company...at prices that were similar to other vacation locations.
o The valet stand has a cassette for you to use on the Drives to Hana and Haleakala...very helpful...Dramamine was helpful for the road to Hana...do not stop at Hana!!! Drive as far as the seven pools...we almost missed this and it was the best part of the trip. Take sweatshirts and sweatpants for Haleakala...it is cold even midday!
That's all for now, any questions, I'd be thrilled to answer!