One of West Maui’s best resort areas, Kaanapali has a beautiful shoreline featuring turquoise-tinted waters fringed by powdery white sands. Once a retreat for the Hawaiian royalty, Kaanapali attracts thrill-seekers and beach-bummers from across the world today. Diving, snorkelling, parasailing, cliff jumping, and an array of other adrenaline-pumping activities top the tourists’ charts at Kaanapali. Though, gorging on seafood, vibing to thumping Polynesian music, and shopping at the open-air Whalers Village shopping mall are no less fun things to do. If you’re planning a trip in winter, remember to book an ocean-view room and enjoy whale-watching. Listed below are the top beach resorts in Kaanapali, Hawaii, where you can enjoy your vacation to the fullest.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 17, 2025.
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1. Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas (from USD 363)
Check into the four-star Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas and experience the best of oceanfront views, top-class hospitality, and unparalleled comfort. The resort offers guest rooms, suites, as well as studio accommodations. Some of these boast garden and/or ocean views. The rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, while the suites and studios feature full kitchens.
The property boasts several on-site amenities that include two adult swimming pools and one kid-friendly pool, a restaurant, spa and wellness centre, and sprawling gardens that are ideal to soak in the Hawaiian sun. Water aerobics and yoga classes are also offered. Kaanapali Beach is 15 minutes’ walking distance from the property.
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas
24.41 km (15.2 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
2. Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa (from USD 563)
Limited dining options on-site, high prices, slow service, but great breakfast and poolside food.
Expensive resort with high food and beverage prices, additional charges for amenities.
Excellent beachfront location with easy access to Whalers Village and stunning ocean views.
Beautiful, well-kept grounds, spacious pool, beach access, attentive staff, free activities.
Perched at the foot of Black Rock, which is a famous local landmark and a water sports hub, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa is an excellent beach resort to consider. They offer 508 guest rooms and suites adorned with Hawaiian artwork, some of which boast exquisite ocean views as well. All the accommodations are equipped with a refrigerator and in-room coffee-making facilities.
Cliff diving and snorkelling are the most popular activities near the property. There are also several shared facilities on-site that can infuse a sense of utter relaxation and fun into your getaway, such as the three tennis courts, six dining options, hula dancing and scuba diving classes, games room, spa and wellness centre, hot tub, and an oceanfront lagoon-style pool, among others.
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
24.06 km (15.0 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
3. Kaanapali Alii, a Destination by Hyatt Residence (from USD 472)
Jump into a world of tropical beauty at Kaanapali Alii, a Destination by Hyatt Residence. This beach resort offers guest rooms as well as one- and two-bedroom apartment units. The apartments feature a full kitchen, in-room washing machines and tumble dryers, and access to a private cabana.
In addition to excellent stay options, the resort boasts some great shared facilities as well, such as oceanfront pools, Alii Spa, a fitness centre, three tennis courts, and a convenience store.
Kaanapali Alii This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
23.67 km (14.8 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
4. Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Molokai, Maui & Lanai Towers (from USD 730)
Offering well-appointed guest rooms as well as suites, Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club - Molokai, Maui & Lanai Towers boasts numerous highlights that make this property unforgettable. There are a range of one- and two-bedroom suites, some of which feature a private balcony too. You can go in for their garden or ocean-view accommodations, else opt for the oceanfront accommodations for a wholly amazing experience.
In addition to great stay options, the property offers access to a private beach, two pools, a whirlpool spa, kid-friendly Discovery Cove Pool, and an oceanfront spa. Kayaking, scuba diving, hiking, sailing, and various other outdoor activities can be enjoyed nearby.
Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Molokai, Maui & Lanai Towers This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
23.51 km (14.7 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
5. Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers (from USD 678)
Book a stay at Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers and discover the best of hospitality and local beauty. This oceanfront resort offers guest rooms as well as fully equipped one- and two-bedroom villas. While the rooms feature kitchenettes and standard facilities (television, seating area, etc.), the villas are furnished with full kitchens, washer/dryers, and spacious balconies or patios.
Additionally, there are lots of shared facilities on-site. These include two outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and five dining options. There is a recreation activity centre at the property, which runs a daily programme featuring crafts, board games, and a kids camp. Else, you can head out for some sailing, hiking, jet-skiing, snorkelling, and lots of other outdoor activities, less than 1.5 km (1 mi) away from the property, or have a swim at the beach.
Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
23.51 km (14.7 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
6. The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali (from USD 1178)
Limited dining options, pricey bar food, lack of quality vegetarian choices
High room cost with additional charges for amenities
Beautiful oceanfront views, busy part of the beach, modern and spacious property
Fully equipped apartments, spacious rooms, beachfront property, pool with splash pad and slide
Boasting spacious and well-appointed villas, The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali is a great stay option. They offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom villa units that can accommodate up to eight guests. Each of these is equipped with a full kitchen, washer and dryer, seating area, and a private balcony.
Along with amazing stay options, the beachfront property offers some brilliant shared facilities, including an outdoor heated plunge pool and normal pools, a fitness centre, and spa. You can also enjoy canoeing, horseback riding, golfing, and snorkelling in the vicinity.
The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali
24.88 km (15.5 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
7. The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali (from USD 1943)
Douse yourselves in a world of Hawaiian tranquillity at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali. The beach resort offers luxuriously appointed accommodations its 217-room luxury Hokupaa Tower and standard ocean- or mountain-view rooms in its Ocean Tower. Kids club, lei-making lessons, full-service spa, multiple eateries, and daily evening entertainment are some of the other highlights of this property.
Guests staying at Hokupaa Tower have exclusive access to the resort’s six pools (including kids splash pool and two waterslides) as well as several bespoke culinary and recreational facilities. Ocean Tower’s adult-only accommodations are appointed with standard facilities, such as refrigerators, coffee machines, and televisions, and feature sundecks with a large porch that connects to the pool deck.
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali
23.67 km (14.8 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
8. Kaanapali Ocean Inn (from USD 318)
Good dining experiences at the on-site restaurant and cafe, though prices were a bit high. Access to other dining options within walking distance.
Reasonable pricing for beachfront location with access to resort amenities.
Ideal location on the beach, close to attractions, and convenient for activities.
Access to Royal Lahaina facilities, beachfront, and pool area. Friendly staff and comfortable accommodations.
With the white sands of Kaanapali Beach brushing against the Kaanapali Ocean Inn, this beach resort is a comfortable coastal retreat. Here, you can relish stunning views while sipping on a refreshing cocktail at the Beach Bar or savour lip-smacking seafood delicacies at the on-site restaurant. Activities such as snorkelling, whale watching, sailing, and beachcombing are at your doorstep.
The property offers 59 guest rooms, featuring tropical-inspired decor. They are equipped with a coffee machine, television, and refrigerator, but there is no air conditioning. Note that this three-storey hotel does not have an elevator and the rooms are only accessible via stairs.
Kaanapali Ocean Inn
Address: 2780 Kekaa Drive, Kaanapali, Kaanapali (HI), United States, 96761
24.29 km (15.1 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
9. Royal Lahaina Resort (from USD 573)
Perched along a stretch of Kaanapali Beach, Royal Lahaina Resort enjoys a beautiful beachfront location. This 12-storey property offers 441 well-equipped rooms and suites, furnished with local artwork and equipped with modern conveniences, such as televisions, mini refrigerators, free WiFi, and toiletries. There is a selection of two-bedroom suites as well that can accommodate up to eight guests each.
Royal Lahaina Resort’s shared facilities include two oceanfront pools, two adjacent golf courses, a beach activities desk, ocean-view dining options, and complimentary live Hawaiian entertainment every evening.
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.
24.26 km (15.1 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
10. Ka'anapali Beach Hotel (from USD 489)
The 432-room Ka'anapali Beach Hotel offers the best of Hawaiian hospitality and tropical ambience. They offer accommodations based on their views, providing garden-view, ocean-view, and oceanfront accommodations. While all of these accommodations are equipped with standard amenities, such as refrigerators, coffee-making facilities, and televisions, the oceanfront rooms feature private patios as well that offer stunning ocean views.
One swimming pool, two restaurants, and some free learning activities such as hularobics (hula aerobics), ukulele lessons, and lei-making are also offered on-site.
OUTRIGGER Kāʻanapali Beach Resort
23.84 km (14.9 mi) from Maui Ocean Center, The Aquarium of Hawaii
Hawaiian beauty
Kaanapali is a brilliant destination for those who want the best of surfing, sunbathing, and shopping. The place offers several retreats and some of the most amazing hotel accommodations that add to the overall experience. Plan your next trip to this fabulous destination and don’t forget to book one of the top beach resorts in Kaanapali, Hawaii.
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