Early Guests are Loving Ka’anapali Beach Resort’s Updates and New Arrivals

Anyone familiar with Maui’s Ka’anapali Beach Resort will tell you that “slowing down” over the past year was the last thing on the minds of property and amenity managers. Quieter times provided the local hospitality industry to get busy with renovations so extensive that the entire community has been reimagined with updates and innovations. There’s even a new catamaran for our sunset sailings. What hasn’t changed is the sublime Maui climate, friendly community, and, according to TripAdvisor, the “9th Best Beach in the World.”

New nonstop direct routes are taking flight from Austin, San Diego, and other cities. Upon arrival guests will enjoy Ka’anapali Beach Resort’s complementary intra-resort shuttle and oceanfront beach path as well as convenient access to Pu’u Keka’a, the National Marine Whale Sanctuary, and Lahaina for further exploration into Hawaii’s natural history and culture. Wherever you look in Ka’anapali Beach Resort, our hosts from its 10 properties, starting at its southern point at the Hyatt Regency stretching along the famous beach to the Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas to the north, were clearly busy so we could slow down and settle in upon our long-awaited return. Mahalo indeed!

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Hospitality Reimagined

Hōkūpa’a, the North Star, is a fitting name for The Westin Maui Resort & Spa’s newest beacon, a luxurious addition that shines brightly above the famous Kaanapali beach. Designed with the serene aesthetics of the sea, room and suite guests enjoy exclusive entry into The Lānai at Hōkūpa’a, culinary and cultural offerings reflective of Maui’s sublime environment and vibrant indigenous culture. Hōkūpa’a guests also enjoy priority booking throughout the resort, including the remodeled Heavenly Spa by Westin, yet another immersive Maui-influenced experience.

The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa has also been hard at work completing a multimillion-dollar renovation to all 810 guestrooms, 31 suites as well as the lobby. Deep meditative breaths come easily inside the new guestrooms featuring private lanais with glass balconies. The newly appointed rooms celebrate the Ka’anapali aesthetic with a breezy, modern design. One relaxes instantly upon arrival in the open-air lobby filled with lush plantings, exotic birdcalls, streaming natural light, and the Pacific vista.

The Royal Lahaina Resort added new deluxe cottages and a restaurant makeover to its to-do list over the past year. The oceanfront pools have also been completely redesigned and the Tower Rooms showcase yet more upgrades. The cottages harken back to days of romantic bungalow stays, replete with wood flooring, teak furnishings, and sumptuous tropical décor.

Kā’anapali Beach Hotel unfurls the first phase of property-wide renovations in the Papakū and Kauhale wings, with rooms evocative of the Hawaiian culture for which the KBH is known. The new Moanaku’inamoku Voyaging Academy, in honor of the legendary practice of Hawaiian navigation, captures the aesthetic perfectly. Huihui, a new restaurant, yawns toward the Pacific in a setting reminiscent of Hawaiian wayfinding, considered among the most revered voyaging skills in human civilization.

The Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa rewards your intrepid travels at Sandbar, the first lobby bar in Kaanapali. Settle into the lobby lanai and viewing deck, part of the lobby’s total transformation. Perched atop the cliffs of Pu’u Keka’a, the Moana Oceanfront guestrooms afford unparalleled vistas of the Pacific and neighbor islands, Molokai and Lanai. The new Ohana Sundeck Suites provide direct access to the resort grounds and a 144-square foot deck appointed with lounge chairs and an expansive sitting area for family and guests.

Fully Appointed Kitchens Make for Easy Days

Kaanapali Alii accommodations offer fully furnished vacation rentals that invite you to holiday on your own time. Breakfast in your residence then head out for snorkeling or lounging in the cabana. Watch the sunset while dining on your private lanai. Should you decide to eat out your only steps from numerous restaurants. You can also set up complimentary grilling as part of the Grill Master Service, cleaning included. You’re welcome to request a fully stocked kitchen upon arrival, yet another way staying at Kaanapali Alii feels like you’ve lived the Maui life for years.

Ka’anapali Maui at the Eldorado provides ideal accommodations for multigeneration families, group gatherings, and those who consider privacy a vacation must. Situated before the fairways of Ka’anapali Beach Resort, the condos feature three swimming pools and a private beach cabana that feels totally secluded, that is until you realize you’re just a short walk from the shops and restaurants of Whalers Village. Choose from an intimate studio to a two-bedroom that sleeps six.

Aston at the Whaler on Ka’anapali Beach also features full kitchens in every unit, an excellent way to plan your days the way you want them to go. Spend your time between the beach and the heated pool and jet spa, pick up your tennis game or wander the shops of nearby Whalers Village before returning home to settle into an evening in your studio, one or two-bedroom suite. When you’re ready to venture out again the Concierge at The Whaler will arrange every activity from golf to a 100-foot submarine dive.

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas recall simpler vacation days of yesteryear when exceptional hospitality complemented pristine island ambiance. The studios and suites offer full kitchens that invite relaxed days of rejuvenation and exploration. Pick up a snack from the Castaway Café then head to the world-famous Ka’anapali beach or sit poolside for a few hours. Collect adventure gear at the Beach Activities Center or hop on the Ka’anapali shuttle for your tee time or a shopping excursion to Whalers Village.

Whalers Village Open for Shop and Menu Browsing

Whalers Village provides visitors an opportunity to browse and dine at their own speed. Anchored by excellent local eateries, the island-themed shops offer familiar names and many local surprises. The Discover Center opens this summer, a celebration of Hawaii’s world-famous marine environment and the perfect inspiration to grab your snorkel and fins for a swim for your marine expedition or to book an ocean tour. You’ll also discover sit-down service combining local menus and brilliant island beverages at the Hula Grill, Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman, and Leilani’s on the Beach.

Drive Your Adventure from the Fairway Shops & Beyond

The Fairway Shops provide your explorer gear at The Snorkel Store, shuttles to the ziplines from Skyline Eco-Adventures, and the Whalers General Store among other shops and amenities. You’ll also find dining and a variety of vacation rental services to plot your next visit. Speaking of adventure, UFO Parasail lofts you to the skies along the majestic coastline. You can also book a private whale watch, fishing charter, and other ocean-based thrills. Aqualini provides customized concierge services to arrange the entire day from the morning surf club, afternoon spa treatment, and sunset sail.

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