Nutshell: I absolutely loved staying here and highly recommend the resort, unit, and rental agency. I would stay at the resort or in this specific unit again in a heartbeat. I immediately felt at home here.
What’s nearby that I can walk to? The beach is right there - see below - where you can get to a ton of other resorts on the Kaanapali Hwy. There are also food carts next door and a small shopping center including a few basic/dive restaurants and a basic well-priced grocery store.
What about the pools? There are a few pools throughout the resort which are separated into two towers (H and K). The adult ‘quiet’ pool is near K which is what this unit overlooks. There are towels available which you will use your resort bracelet to obtain from a locker.
How is the beach and is it nearby? Beach is lovely and key for the 630PM sunsets! ! It’s swimmable and just steps from the resort. There’s an official “beach walk” connecting resorts in this area (it’s a 1.5 mile’ish stretch one way). The entire sandy beach is also walkable and swimmable. The water is relatively calm to use boogie boards, snorkel, swimming, etc. Very soft sands and plenty of space to set up. The unit comes with 2 beach chairs, a cart, and a cooler. Snorkel rental place nearby within walking distance with daily or weekly rentals.
What to do for meals? The unit has full kitchen with literally everything you’ll need to cook onsite, including oil, salt, and pepper. Fully stocked with equipment, including a coffee maker and even a Vitamix! I snagged my basics at Walmart upon arrival so I had enough snacks, breakfast, and basic lunch items.
Does the unit have a lanai? Yes, full lanai with sliding doors that overlook the main grounds. The peek-a-boo ocean view is legit and more than the listing suggests!
What about the kitchen and laundry? Yes, the rental agency provides all of the “soap and paper" for kitchen and laundry and shower. The recycling/trash room is next door to #331.
How clean is the unit and the resort itself? Immaculate. I felt like nobody had stayed here in the unit before me.
What about parking a rental car there? Parking pass upon check-in for underground parking which is super safe but small spots.
And what’s the overall “personality” of the resort? Quiet and seems family oriented but also geared toward couples. Feels more like condo living than being at a resort. Only one restaurant onsite (Duke's).