Help Choose: Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas vs Marriott Maui Ocean Club

Trip Details:

• August 2025, 3 adults + 2-year-old toddler
• Second time in Maui, first with toddler + celebrating babymoon
• Grandma coming to help with childcare
• 2-night stay using Marriott points (Platinum status)
• This is an add-on to our main 4-night stay elsewhere

What I'm Looking For:

• Separate sleeping areas - bedroom for us + toddler, living area with sofa bed for grandma
• Kitchenette - bonus for toddler meals and convenience
• Beach proximity
• Clean, comfortable accommodations
• Kid-friendly
• Good resort facilities

Current Options:

• Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas - true suites with bedroom/living room separation
• Marriott Maui Ocean Club - has kitchenette options
• Wailea Beach Resort (basic room) - considered but worried about no guaranteed upgrade despite Platinum status

Questions:

• Which location do you prefer and why?
• Any experience with either property, especially with toddlers?
• Other Marriott properties I should consider for a 2-night points stay?

Thanks for any insights!