Cultural Accolades at "Hawaii's Most Hawaiian Hotel"

• Hawai''s Most Hawaiian Hotel - Kaanapali Beach Hotel has been recognized as “Hawaii's Most Hawaiian Hotel” by the Waiaha Foundation for demonstrating an ongoing responsibility, commitment and dedication to honoring and perpetuating the Hawaiian culture. To help immerse guests in Hawaiian culture, the hotel offers complimentary cultural activities and classes.
• Pookela – Since 1986, all members of Kaanapali Beach Hotel's staff, from the groundskeeper to the general manager, have received cultural training about topics such as Hawaiian language, geography, religion, mythology, economics, history and involve field trips to significant cultural sites. This extensive training program is the reason all members of Kaanapali Beach Hotel can claim to be cultural advisors, enriching guests' experience.
• Hula O Na Keiki – Kaanapali Beach Hotel's annual children's hula competition brings children together to celebrate Hawaiian heritage, dance and culture as well as educate children in the ways of Hawaii's ancestors. The 24th Celebration of Hula O Na Keiki will be held November 14-16, 2014.

Value/Travel on a Budget

With rates starting at $174/night, Kaanapali Beach Hotel can't be beat when it comes to planning the ideal Hawaiian getaway on a budget. With a variety of Vacation Packages, available daily breakfast, and complimentary activities available on-property, Kaanapali Beach Hotel proves that you don't have to break the bank to experience the best that Maui has to offer.

• Aloha Passports for Kids – Children, ages 12 and under, receive a passport, which guides them throughout the hotel to learn about Hawaiian culture and rewards them with special treats.
• Affordable Family Travel - In addition to ocean-front views of Maui's most famous sun-drenched beach and room rates starting at $174 a night, Hawaii's Most Hawaiian Hotel offers their guests an enriched cultural experience and complimentary Hawaiian activities for the whole family, offering families the opportunity to be immersed into Hawaiian culture.

Complimentary Activities

Kaanapali Beach Hotel is dedicated to offering unique and authentic cultural experiences.  The Hookipa (hospitality) desk has added additional cultural activities on property including Pareo & Kukui Bracelet Making and Hularobic where guests learn the different hula steps while getting an aerobic workout.

Affordable Dining Options

• Tiki Terrace Restaurant – Under the direction of award-winning Executive Chef Tom Muromoto, located in the Tiki Courtyard of Kaanapali Beach Hotel, Tiki Terrace Restaurant offers an open-air, casual setting for breakfast and dinner. Experience displays of farming and fishing which have honored Tiki Terrace Restaurant with Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau's Kahili Award.
• Tiki Bar and Grill – Located in the Tiki Courtyard next to Kaanapali Beach Hotel's signature whale-shaped pool, the Tiki Bar and Grill serves refreshing drinks and a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and burgers.
• Kupanaha Magic Dinner Theater – Kupanaha, Maui's only magic dinner theater, has received the TripAdvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence. Enjoy world class entertainment, marvelous illusions and enchanting hula. Jody Baran and Kathleen take you on a journey of famous magicians of Hawai'i's past, traditional Hawaiian music and hula, and laugh-out-loud comedy. 
• Kaanapali Sunday Champagne Brunch – Named “Best Brunch” by Maui News readers six years in a row, Kaanapali Beach Hotel's Sunday Champaign Brunch is a favorite for locals and visitors alike. This buffet offers a vast array of Hawaiian specialties and traditional brunch items. Also enjoy free flowing champagne and Hawaiian entertainment. 

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