2008
TravelAge West Magazine's Wave Award "Best Resort for a Hawaiian Cultural Experience," as nominated by the editorial staff and voted by Travel Agents.

National Geographic Traveler's "Stay List" - One of 150 properties named in National Geographic Traveler’s first-ever Stay List. Hotels and resorts featured on the list are recognized for their dedication to offering guests a unique cultural experience and preserving the local heritage.
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the magazine excerpt (pdf).
 
2007
Partnership in Education Award, Hawaii Department of Education Recognition and Appreciation for sharing aloha with Maui County students for 25 years by assisting in the establishment of Hospitality and Tourism Academies at Baldwin, Lahainaluna and Maui High schools; hosting administrator retreats; cultural events; and providing facilities for workshops related to student achievement.
 
2006
Pele Award of Merit in the Travel & Tourism Collateral Category from the American Advertising Federation for new hotel brochure.

Family Travel Forum’s Top 10 Getaways for Family Togetherness in 2005. Family Travel Forum is the Internet’s leading subscription site dedicated to travel with kids.
 
2005
Best Hotel Maui by Hawaii Travel Agents, Rendezvous Tours

Hawaii Tourism Authority – He Kuleana Ke Aloha Award. Lifetime achievement award recognizing business, individuals or community organizations for demonstrating ongoing responsibility, personal commitment and dedication to honoring and perpetuating the Hawaiian culture for generations to come.

Maui United Way – Leadership Giver of the Year. To Michael White for the largest single gift by a corporate leader.
 
2004
Maui United Way - Hotel of the year. Named for the highest donation per employee.

Maui United Way - Leadership Giver of the Year. To Michael White for the largest single gift by a corporate leader.
 
2003
America's Best Beach according to Dr. Stephen Leatherman, director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research.

Visitor Industry Song Competition, 1st Place Overall Winner
 
2001
Best Hotel Maui by Hawaii Travel Agents, Rendezvous Tours

Wanda Award from Travel Holiday Magazine for excellence in price, location and service
 
2000
Pele Award of Excellence for Product/Sales Presentation Folder from the American Advertising Federation

Cultural Heritage Odyssey Award for the hotel’s music CD, "E Hoomau I Ka Pookela" from the Travel Industry Association of America

Best Places to Stay Gold List from Conde Nast Traveler Magazine