The Best Maui All Inclusive Resorts

Our Top Choice for Families Seeking Modern Amenities and Value

Imagine Hawaii’s longest hotel water slide, five distinct pool experiences including an adults-only infinity sanctuary, and Roy Yamaguchi’s award-winning Pacific Rim restaurant, all within steps of pristine Wailea Beach and backed by comprehensive modern room amenities that make extended stays genuinely comfortable. Wailea Beach Resort doesn’t pretend to be an intimate boutique, but it embraces family-friendly luxury across 22 acres.

The $100 million renovation completed in 2016 transformed this property into one of Maui’s most modern resorts. Walking through the property reveals thoughtful design balancing active family areas with peaceful adult retreats, creating spaces where everyone finds their perfect vacation rhythm.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 545 guest rooms and 56 suites, all with private lanais, contemporary ocean-inspired design
• Dining: Roy Yamaguchi’s Humble Market Kitchin, KAPA Bar & Grill, Luigi’s Andiamo pizzeria, Whale’s Tale beach bar, Mo’ Bettah Food Truck, Starbucks
• Location: Wailea, directly on Wailea Beach with calm swimming
• Pools: 4-5 distinct pool experiences including Hawaii’s longest hotel water slide, adults-only Serenity infinity pool, adventure pool, Olakino wellness sanctuary
• Beach: Prime Wailea Beach frontage with gentle waves
• Airport transfers: 20 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG), rental car or taxi required
• Starting rates: $600-1,200+ per night (not all-inclusive; dining à la carte)
• Best for: Families with kids of all ages, couples wanting modern amenities, active travelers
• Resort fee: $57 daily includes beach cruisers, cultural activities, fitness classes, movie screenings
• Te Au Moana Luau: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings exclusively for guests
• Sundeck Collection: Ground-level rooms with 150+ sq ft additional outdoor space

Hawaii’s Longest Hotel Water Slide and Pool Paradise

The adventure pool anchors family activity with Hawaii’s longest hotel water slide providing thrills for kids, and secretly thrilled adults. Multiple pool areas create distinct experiences, the family adventure pool buzzes with energy, the Serenity infinity pool for adults-only offers peaceful escape, and the Olakino Wellness Sanctuary provides meditation and quiet reflection spaces.

The layout creates natural separation between active and quiet zones without requiring you to hike across the resort between areas.

Roy Yamaguchi’s Humble Market Kitchin

Chef Roy Yamaguchi, the James Beard Award winning pioneer of Hawaiian fusion cuisine, brings his Humble Market concept to the resort, serving breakfast and dinner with fresh Hawaiian ingredients and Pacific Rim influences that defined modern Hawaiian cuisine.

KAPA Bar & Grill handles poolside lunch and dinner with casual island fare, like poke bowls, burgers, sandwiches, and salads that satisfy without requiring you to change out of your swimsuit.

Te Au Moana Luau Exclusive Experience

The Te Au Moana Luau, meaning “The Ocean Tide,” operates Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings exclusively for resort guests and visitors. This oceanfront cultural experience includes a three-course family-style Hawaiian feast featuring traditional dishes like kalua pig roasted in the imu (underground oven), lomilomi salmon, poi, and haupia.

Polynesian performances from Tahiti and Samoa demonstrate the cultural connections between Pacific islands. The oceanfront Wailea setting provides natural drama as the sun sets behind Lanai and Molokai.

Sundeck Collection Rooms and Modern Comforts

The Sundeck Collection offers ground-level rooms with an additional 150 square feet of outdoor space, creating private retreats with direct pool and beach access from your extended lanai. These rooms work beautifully for families wanting easy outdoor access or couples seeking romantic outdoor spaces for morning coffee and evening wine.

Current Pricing and Promotions

Wailea Beach Resort operates on à la carte dining like all Maui resorts, but you can look for packages including daily breakfast (saving $25-35 per person), resort credits ranging from $100-475 applicable to dining and spa treatments, and room upgrades when available.

The $57 daily resort fee covers substantial inclusions: beach cruiser rentals, cultural activities including lei-making and coconut husking demonstrations, fitness classes like beach yoga and aqua aerobics, poolside movie screenings, and standard WiFi.

Our Top Choice for Budget-Conscious Self-Catering and Beachfront Value

On the quieter northern stretch of Kaanapali Beach, discover the Aston Mahana resort, where floor-to-ceiling oceanfront windows, and full kitchens create a comfortable home base. This resort delivers excellent value for travelers who prefer self-catering flexibility over resort amenities, positioning you on an uncrowded beach with dramatic sunset views toward Lanai and Molokai.

The advantages of condominium-style accommodations include spacious units with real kitchens rather than kitchenettes, separate living areas creating comfortable gathering spaces, and a three-night minimum stay that creates a genuine vacation rhythm rather than a rushed stopover.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 104 individually decorated condo units, studios to two-bedroom suites, floor-to-ceiling windows
• Dining: Full kitchens for self-catering, 20% discount at Beach Club Restaurant (sister property, 5-minute walk)
• Location: Northern Kaanapali Beach, quieter section away from main resort crowds
• Pool: 1 outdoor heated pool, hot tub
• Beach: Beachfront location on quieter northern Kaanapali Beach section
• Airport transfers: 30-35 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG), rental car essential
• Starting rates: $250-500+ per night (not all-inclusive; self-catering dramatically reduces costs)
• Best for: Families wanting kitchen flexibility, budget-conscious travelers, couples seeking quiet beach
• Amenity fee: $25 nightly includes WiFi, DVD rentals, coffee/tea, safe, local calls, lei greeting
• Recreation: Tennis court, pickleball court, shuffleboard, BBQ grills, cornhole
• Minimum stay: 3 nights required
• Beach Club Restaurant: 20% discount (breakfast and all-day menu, alcohol excluded) at sister property

Condominium Format and Self-Catering Advantages

The Aston Mahana offers individually decorated condo units ranging from studios to two-bedroom suites, each with floor-to-ceiling windows, full kitchens, in-unit washer/dryer, and oceanfront views from your private lanai. This means minimal housekeeping, no daily service, and self-sufficient living rather than resort pampering.

The floor-to-ceiling oceanfront windows in every unit allow you to wake to sunrise over the ocean, watch whales breach during winter months from your lanai, and enjoy dramatic sunset views toward Lanai without leaving the comfort of your room.

Northern Kaanapali Beach Location

The northern Kaanapali Beach location provides a more quiet experience for travelers seeking relaxation over vibrant energy, with fewer beachgoers, less water sports activity, and more a peaceful atmosphere.

White sands give way to calm protected waters and offer gorgeous sunset views toward neighboring islands. Snorkeling reveals tropical fish and occasional sea turtles, and stand-up paddleboarding in the calm morning waters provides anexcellent view of the beautiful coastline.

Discounts At Sister Property

A unique perk of staying at the Aston Mahana is the privileges and 20% discount at The Beach Club Restaurant & Bar located at the nearby sister property Aston Kaanapali Shores, only a five-minute walk along the beach or short drive. The oceanfront setting and laid-back atmosphere make it an excellent dining option. Present your Mahana room key for the breakfast and all-day menu discount, though alcohol is excluded from the program.

One Pool and Simple Recreation

One outdoor heated pool, hot tub, tennis court, pickleball court, shuffleboard, BBQ grills, and cornhole games provide entertainment without resort programming. You’re paying for excellent beachfront location and comfortable accommodations rather than extensive resort facilities.

Current Pricing and Promotions

Rates range from $250-500+ per night depending on unit size, dates, and booking timing, which is significantly lower than full-service resort hotels while providing more space and full kitchen amenities. The $25 nightly amenity fee covers WiFi, DVD rentals, coffee and tea supplies, in-room safe, local calls, shell lei greeting, and daily newspaper.

The three-night minimum stay is actually shorter than many Maui accommodations that require 5-7 night minimums. This flexibility makes Aston Mahana practical for shorter trips or travelers wanting to split time between properties.

Our Top Choice for Digital Detox and Remote Paradise

This boutique sanctuary sits at the end of the legendary Road to Hana, where ocean breezes cool you naturally without air conditioning and where 66 tropical acres overlooking Hana Bay create complete escape from modern life’s demands. Hana-Maui Resort embraces its “Heart of Old Hawaii” character, rewarding you with unmatched tranquility and authentic connection to Hawaii’s rhythms.

Walking through the property reveals that rare combination of boutique intimacy with comprehensive amenities, where farm-to-table dining and cultural activities immerse you in genuine Hawaiian traditions, and where the remote location naturally creates the digital detox most of us need but rarely achieve.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 66-75 accommodations including ocean-view rooms, suites, oceanfront bungalows, family residences
• Dining: Hana Ranch Restaurant farm-to-table cuisine, pool bar, breakfast restaurant
• Location: Hana, 2-3 hours from Kahului Airport via the Road to Hana, or private plane service
• Pools: 2 outdoor pools including infinity pool overlooking Hana Bay (one of Maui’s most photographed pool settings)
• Beach: Complimentary shuttle to renowned Hamoa Beach, Hana Bay access
• Airport transfers: 2-3 hours driving Road to Hana from Kahului, or private seaplane/helicopter service available
• Starting rates: $600-1,200+ per night (not all-inclusive; packages available)
• Best for: Couples seeking remote escape, travelers wanting authentic Hawaii, digital detox seekers
• Spa: Full-service Spa at Hana-Maui offering lomi lomi massage, body treatments, yoga pavilion
• Cultural activities: Horseback riding, lei-making, ukulele lessons, hula instruction, coconut painting
• Design philosophy: No TVs or alarm clocks by design, ocean breezes replace air conditioning
• Private aviation: Cessna 208B seaplane (up to 14 passengers) and helicopter service available

The Journey and Arrival

The Road to Hana itself represents half the experience with countless waterfalls, and dozens of stops along Maui’s dramatic windward coast. Most guests fly or use the resort’s private plane service rather than driving, arriving at this remote paradise ready for complete disconnection. The resort operates a private Cessna 208B seaplane (up to 14 passengers) and helicopter service, with the “Fly & Stay Package” including roundtrip private plane flight from Kahului Airport plus $100 resort credit.

The intimate scale defines the Hana-Maui experience: it’s where resort amenities meet bed-and-breakfast personalization.

Accommodations and Digital Detox Design

Choose between ocean-view rooms, spacious suites, oceanfront bungalows, or full family residences depending on your group size and desired privacy level. Every accommodation features a private lanai where you watch sunrise over Hana Bay or spot sea turtles surfacing in calm waters below.

The absence of televisions and alarm clocks isn’t oversight, instead it’s an intentional design encouraging genuine disconnection. You wake to roosters and birdsong rather than alarm buzzers, spend evenings reading or conversing rather than channel surfing, and genuinely experience the slower pace that Hawaiian islands invite.

The oceanfront bungalows deliver the most spectacular views and complete privacy, with separate structures creating genuine seclusion.

The Infinity Pool Overlooking Hana Bay

The infinity pool overlooking Hana Bay creates one of Maui’s most photographed settings. The pool seemingly spills into the bay below, surrounded by palm trees swaying in trade winds, with the curved coastline stretching north and south creating dramatic vistas.

The pool bar serves tropical drinks and light bites, though service moves at Hana’s deliberately slower pace, reminding you to embrace the rhythm of Hawaii.

Hana Ranch Restaurant and Farm-to-Table Philosophy

Hana Ranch Restaurant offers farm-to-table, ocean-to-fork cuisine sourcing ingredients from the surrounding Hana area and on-site gardens. The ultra-fresh local ingredients mean that the menu changes based on available ingredients.

This variability means you can’t plan specific dishes weeks in advance, but guarantees everything arrives at peak freshness and flavor. The casual dress code maintains island informality while you enjoy genuinely exceptional Hawaiian cuisine.

Cultural Activities and Hana Exploration

Activities transform your stay from simple beach relaxation into cultural immersion. Horseback riding through tropical valleys reveals Hana’s hidden beauty, with trails accessing waterfalls and coastline views impossible to reach otherwise.

Cultural activities include lei-making classes teaching the art and meaning behind different lei styles, ukulele lessons introducing you to Hawaii’s iconic instrument, hula instruction sharing the storytelling aspects of traditional and modern hula, coconut painting, and feather flower workshops.

The Spa at Hana-Maui and Wellness

The Spa at Hana-Maui offers full-service treatments including traditional Hawaiian lomi lomi massage, body treatments, facials, and waxing services using local botanicals.

The yoga pavilion, fitness center, and sauna support wellness routines even in this remote paradise. Morning yoga sessions overlooking Hana Bay create transformative starts to your day.

Current Pricing and Promotions

The resort confirmed it no longer offers the comprehensive all-inclusive packages that previously included all meals and activities in one rate. Current packages include “Stay Longer, Save More” offers, which is up to 30% off stays of four nights or more with daily breakfast included, spa packages combining accommodation with treatments, and the extraordinary “Fly & Stay Package” including roundtrip private plane flight from Kahului Airport with $100 resort credit.

Our Top Choice for Families and Water Park Luxury

Imagine nine swimming pools cascading down a hillside with waterfalls, caves, lazy rivers, and a swim-up grotto bar where tropical fish dart beneath your feet while you sip mai tais. Walking through the property feels like discovering multiple resorts in one, from the serene adults-only pool sanctuary to the action-packed Wailea Canyon Activity Pool complex where families gravitate.

This 40-acre resort just completed the most extensive renovation since opening over 30 years ago, transforming itself into Maui’s answer to a luxury water park where parents can actually relax while their kids play endlessly. The Grand Wailea elevates your Maui experience while maintaining that grand Hawaiian hospitality the property built its reputation on.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 780 accommodations including two-story villas, suites, and deluxe guest rooms (640+ sq ft minimum)
• Dining: 7 venues including Nobu Grand Wailea (opened April 2025), Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa lagoon restaurant, Olivine Italian, ‘Ikena marketplace, Wailea Surf Haus beach bar
• Location: Wailea, directly on Wailea Beach with whale watching views
• Pools: 9 outdoor pools including adults-only, lazy river, waterslides, caves, Grotto Bar swim-up
• Beach: Direct Wailea Beach access with beach service
• Airport transfers: 20 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG), rental car or taxi required
• Starting rates: $800-1,500+ per night (not all-inclusive; dining and activities à la carte)
• Best for: Families with children, couples seeking luxury, water enthusiasts, spa devotees
• Resort fee: Daily charge covers beach yoga, scuba clinics, cultural activities, bikes, fitness classes, WiFi
• Package options: “Make My Stay” with $250 resort credits, “Breakfast Included” where kids eat free
• Spa: Kilolani Spa featured in Vogue’s 2025 Global Spa Guide, Hawaii’s largest spa with hydrotherapy gardens

The Wailea Canyon Activity Pool Complex

This aquatic playground deserves its own zip code. Nine interconnected pools create a water wonderland where you could spend your entire vacation without seeing the beach. The lazy river winds through lush tropical landscaping, waterslides provide thrills for brave kids, and hidden caves and waterfalls create exploration opportunities around every corner.

The famous Grotto Bar swim-up experience remains the property’s crown jewel. Just imagine ordering cocktails while tropical fish swim beneath the glass floor and waterfalls cascade around you.

Kilolani Spa and Wellness Sanctuary

The Kilolani Spa is one of Hawaii’s premier wellness destinations. The hydrotherapy gardens alone justify booking treatments, with outdoor showers offering ocean views, hot and cold plunge pools, and relaxation areas where you can spend hours between your massage and facial.

Treatments incorporate native Hawaiian botanicals like kukui nut, noni, and local honey harvested from island hives. Couples’ suites with private gardens provide ultimate romance, while the extensive treatment menu ensures you’ll find exactly what your body needs.

Dining That Never Gets Boring

Seven distinct dining venues ensure you could stay two weeks without repeating a meal. Nobu Grand Wailea opened in April 2025, bringing Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s world-renowned Japanese-Peruvian fusion to Maui with signature dishes like black cod miso and yellowtail jalapeño. Reservations book weeks in advance, so make sure to plan ahead.

Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa, or as locals call it Humu, serves premium steaks and ultra-fresh seafood on a magical saltwater lagoon. The sunset views alone justify the splurge here!

The Grand Luau Experience

The Grand Luau as one of the island’s premier cultural productions. The oceanfront setting provides dramatic backdrops as the sun sets behind Lanai and Molokai, with the traditional imu ceremony revealing the kālua pig that’s been cooking underground all day.

Ancient hula kahiko performances demonstrate the storytelling power of traditional Hawaiian dance, while modern hula auana showcases the art form’s evolution. The all-you-can-eat Hawaiian feast includes kalua pig, poi, poke, haupia coconut dessert, and surprisingly good prime rib for less adventurous eaters.

Current Pricing and Promotions 

Grand Wailea operates on à la carte pricing rather than true all-inclusive rates, but smart package booking significantly reduces costs. The “Make My Stay” package adds $250 resort credits useful for spa treatments or dining. “Breakfast Included” packages let kids eat free, saving families $25+ per child daily.

The daily resort charge covers substantial amenities including: beach yoga sessions, introductory scuba clinics in the pools, cultural activities including lei-making and ukulele lessons, beach cruiser rentals, fitness classes, and WiFi.

Our Top Choice For Supporting Maui’s Recovery

This oceanfront sanctuary along Kaanapali Beach stands as a testament to resilience, having emerged from devastating tragedy stronger and more beautiful, where every reservation directly supports Maui’s wildfire recovery. Royal Lahaina reopened in August 2024 after housing 300 displaced Lahaina residents through the community’s darkest hours, transforming itself through comprehensive renovation while maintaining deep commitment to local community.

Walking through the property today, you’ll notice a complete transformation. The resort’s survival story and community-first approach make staying here feel like meaningful participation in Maui’s recovery rather than a vacation choice.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 333 renovated guest rooms and 127 beach bungalows, mid-century-inspired décor, private lanais
• Dining: Lahaina Noon signature oceanfront restaurant (breakfast, lunch, dinner), Pineapple Moon poolside bar
• Location: Ka’anapali Beach, northern section away from main resort crowds
• Pools: 2 renovated oceanfront pools with direct beach access
• Beach: Prime Ka’anapali Beach frontage with views of Molokai and Lanai
• Airport transfers: 30-35 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG), rental car recommended
• Starting rates: $300-600+ per night (not all-inclusive; most affordable Ka’anapali Beach option)
• Best for: Families and couples seeking value, travelers wanting to support recovery, beach lovers
• Myths of Maui Luau: Nightly 5:15pm, Maui’s longest-running oceanfront luau (40+ years)
• The Spa at Royal Lahaina: Opened August 2025, five oceanfront treatment suites
• Renovation: Complete 10-month transformation reopened August 2024

The Community Recovery Story

The devastating August 2023 Lahaina fires destroyed the historic town three miles south while the Kaanapali resort area, including Royal Lahaina, which survived intact. Rather than immediately reopening to guests, the resort housed 300 displaced Lahaina residents and 78 resort employees, prioritizing community needs over profits during the crisis.

The resort underwent renovation while serving as refuge for displaced families. Every reservation today directly supports local employment, helps rebuild Maui’s economy, and demonstrates that tourism, when done respectfully, accelerates rather than hinders recovery.

Complete Renovation and Fresh Design

The mid-century-inspired décor creates fresh, light-filled spaces with clean lines, natural materials, and pops of tropical color that feel contemporary without trendy. Every room features completely renovated bathrooms, new furniture and bedding, upgraded technology, and private lanais, many with direct views of neighboring islands Molokai and Lanai floating on the horizon.

Tower rooms overlook gorgeous Kaanapali Beach or choose an intimate beach bungalow for authentic Hawaiian cottage charm. The bungalows deliver the most romantic experience, with separate structures creating genuine privacy and lush landscaping screening each unit.

Lahaina Noon and Pineapple Moon Dining

Two brand-new restaurants launched during the August 2024 reopening. Lahaina Noon serves as the signature oceanfront restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner with creative Pacific Rim cuisine and fresh island ingredients. The floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive lanai create seamless indoor-outdoor dining, while the menu balances familiar comfort foods with adventurous Hawaiian-influenced preparations.

Pineapple Moon poolside bar mixes tropical cocktails with Hawaiian flair while you lounge between swimming sessions. The creative cocktail program goes beyond standard resort mai tais, incorporating fresh local ingredients, house-made syrups, and interesting spirit combinations.

The Spa at Royal Lahaina

The Spa at Royal Lahaina opened in August 2025 as a completely new amenity, featuring five private oceanfront treatment suites, a manicure/pedicure bar, and a serenity lanai where you relax while listening to waves crash against the shore. The oceanfront location means treatments include ocean views and fresh sea breezes.

Traditional Hawaiian lomi lomi massage uses flowing, continuous movements that release tension while honoring healing practices passed through generations. Couples’ treatments, body scrubs and wraps incorporating local ingredients like Hawaiian sea salt and Kona coffee, and facial services complete the treatment menu. Make sure to book treatments several days in advance. The limited capacity means desirable times fill quickly.

Myths of Maui Luau Tradition

The Myths of Maui Luau continues its tradition as Maui’s longest-running oceanfront luau with over 40 years of performances. The nightly 5:15pm production features Hawaiian and Polynesian performances spanning the Pacific, from ancient hula kahiko demonstrating traditional storytelling through dance to the thrilling fire knife dancing finale that brings audiences to their feet.

The all-you-can-eat buffet includes traditional Hawaiian dishes like kalua pig from the imu ceremony, poi, lomilomi salmon, haupia, plus more familiar options for less adventurous eaters. The open bar flows throughout the evening with tropical cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options keep everyone happy.

Current Pricing and Promotions 

Royal Lahaina delivers the most affordable way to stay directly on Kaanapali Beach, with rates typically 30-50% below neighboring resorts. This value position combined with complete renovations and excellent beach location makes it the sweet spot for travelers wanting Kaanapali’s famous beach access without luxury resort pricing.

The resort currently operates around 50% occupancy during recovery, meaning you’ll enjoy less crowded pools and beaches with attentive service.

Our Top Choice for Excellent Service and No Resort Fees

Imagine a luxury resort that doesn’t charge resort fees, where Wolfgang Puck’s award-winning restaurant serves sunset dinners overlooking breaching humpback whales, and where the staff anticipates your needs before you articulate them. Four Seasons Maui delivers the brand’s legendary service, making this 15-acre beachfront sanctuary genuinely refreshing in today’s resort landscape.

The property just completed comprehensive renovations from March through December 2025, emerging with fresh design while maintaining that timeless Hawaiian elegance the Four Seasons is known for. Every detail, from the daily hula and torch lighting ceremony on the beach to the sea turtles that surface regularly in the calm Wailea waters, reinforces that you’ve chosen somewhere special.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 383 accommodations with ocean views, private balconies/terraces, newly renovated 2025
• Dining: Wolfgang Puck’s Spago Maui (Forbes Four Star), Duo Steak & Seafood, Ferraro’s Italian, KOMO Japanese (opened 2025)
• Location: Wailea, directly on Wailea Beach with protected swimming
• Pools: 3 saltwater pools including adults-only infinity, family pool with swim-up bar, children’s pool
• Beach: Prime Wailea Beach location, some of Maui’s calmest swimming and best snorkeling
• Airport transfers: 20 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG), rental car or taxi required
• Starting rates: $1,000-2,000+ per night (not all-inclusive; no resort fees charged)
• Best for: Couples seeking luxury, families wanting exceptional kids’ programs, foodies, service-focused travelers
• Resort fee: None, a rarity that sets this property apart
• Club Floor options: Daily breakfast, full-service bar, appetizers, private concierge, check-in/out
• Featured in: HBO’s “The White Lotus” Season 1 filming location

Wolfgang Puck’s Spago Maui and KOMO

Spago Maui remains the culinary crown jewel, earning both Forbes Four Star and AAA Four Diamond awards for its Hawaiian-California fusion cuisine. The panoramic ocean views during sunset dining create an atmosphere you have to see to believe. The wine program showcases exceptional vintages, and the sommelier genuinely helps rather than upsells.

KOMO opened in 2025, bringing authentic Japanese cuisine from Tokyo-born Chef Kiyokuni Ikeda to Maui. The omakase experience takes you through seasonal Japanese ingredients, with some flown in directly from Tokyo fish markets. It’s pricey at $150+ per person before drinks, but delivers the most authentic Japanese dining experience on Maui.

Three Saltwater Pools That Define Choices

The family-friendly main pool buzzes with activity, kids playing, swim-up bar serving tropical drinks, and enough action to entertain without overwhelming. The adults-only infinity pool provides complete refuge, with peaceful lounge chairs, attentive service, and horizon views that blur the line between pool and ocean. The dedicated children’s pool keeps younger kids happy with shallow water and their own space.

The Four Seasons doesn’t compromise either experience trying to be everything to everyone; they simply provide excellent spaces for different needs.

Club Floor Privileges Worth the Upgrade

Club Floor rooms elevate the Four Seasons experience significantly. Daily breakfast appears in the private lounge, including full hot breakfast, fresh pastries, tropical fruits, and quality coffee. The full-service bar operates throughout the day with premium spirits, wine, and beer included. Afternoon appetizers bridge lunch and dinner elegantly.

Elite suites escalate your experience further with wine collections stocked to your preferences, personal assistants handling every detail, roundtrip airport transportation, unlimited laundry service, and in-suite Peloton bikes for fitness-focused travelers. These suites cost significantly more but deliver genuine luxury rather than just square footage.

The Spa and Wellness Experience

The full-service spa offers traditional Hawaiian lomi lomi massage uses flowing, rhythmic movements that release tension while honoring the healing traditions passed down through generations. Couples’ treatments, body therapies using local botanicals like Hawaiian sea salt and volcanic clay, and facial services fill the treatment menu.

Complimentary activities include scuba diving introduction, snorkeling equipment, stand-up paddleboarding, and seasonal whale watching when humpbacks migrate to Maui’s warm waters.

The White Lotus Connection and Cultural Authenticity

HBO filmed “The White Lotus” Season 1 here, and walking through the property makes it clear why. The dramatic oceanfront setting, lush tropical landscaping, and architectural elegance photograph beautifully. The resort embraced this unexpected pop culture moment without letting it define their identity, maintaining focus on genuine Hawaiian hospitality rather than trading on television fame.

Current Pricing and Promotions

Four Seasons charges no resort fees, making budget planning straightforward, your room rate is your room rate, period. Club Floor rooms deliver exceptional value when you calculate the included food and beverages against purchasing breakfast and drinks separately.

Book well in advance for the best availability, as the combination of no resort fees and exceptional service keeps occupancy high. Shoulder seasons (April-May, September-November) offer the best rates while offering amazing weather.

Our Top Choice for Families Wanting Penguin Encounters and Classic Kaanapali

Watch in awe as African penguins waddle through tropical gardens, where six outdoor pools create an aquatic playground rivaling any water park, and where nightly luau productions continue 45+ year traditions on Kaanapali’s most famous beach.

Hyatt Regency Maui is celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2025 with special promotions and packages that make this property more accessible to families seeking classic Hawaiian resort experience with modern amenities. The recent renovations updated all rooms while maintaining the property’s legendary hospitality and positioning on one of Kaanapali Beach’s prime sections.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 810 newly renovated guest rooms and 31 suites across 40 acres
• Dining: Japengo Pacific Rim and sushi, Son’z Steakhouse, Swan Court breakfast buffets, Umalu poolside
• Location: Ka’anapali Beach, prime central section with full beach services
• Pools: 6 outdoor pools including infinity-edge, family pool with water slides, zero-entry children’s pool
• Beach: Prime Ka’anapali Beach frontage with calm protected swimming
• Airport transfers: 30-35 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG), rental car or taxi required
• Starting rates: $500-1,000+ per night (not all-inclusive; 45th anniversary specials in 2025 offer 15% off)
• Best for: Families with kids all ages, couples wanting classic Hawaiian resort, penguin enthusiasts
• Drums of the Pacific Luau: Nightly performances, $45 off per adult during 45th anniversary
• Wildlife: African penguin habitat, swans, parrots throughout gardens
• Anniversary offers: 15% off rates, daily breakfast, $45 resort credits, 45% off resort fee
• Note: Swim-through grotto and Grotto Bar closed permanently (2024-2025 renovations)

Six Pools Creating Aquatic Wonderland

Six distinct pool areas create options for every mood and energy level. The infinity-edge relaxation pool overlooks the ocean, providing peaceful adults-preferred space. The family pool features water slides that entertain kids for hours, with enough variety to keep different ages engaged. The zero-entry children’s pool lets toddlers safely splash in shallow water designed specifically for little ones.

Note: The beloved swim-through grotto and Grotto Bar connecting pool areas closed permanently during 2024-2025 maintenance projects. It will not be reopening.

The Penguin Habitat Wonder

African penguins waddle through a specially designed tropical habitat, creating one of Hawaii’s most unexpected and delightful resort features. Daily feeding times draw crowds of enchanted children and adults watching these charismatic birds dive, play, and interact with trainers who share conservation information and individual penguin personalities. Make sure to ask the concierge for the current schedule.

Japengo and Dining Options

Japengo remains the signature restaurant, serving innovative Pacific Rim cuisine and fresh sushi in an elevated perch above the pool area with ocean views. The sushi bar features ultra-fresh fish, with the omakase (chef’s choice) tasting menu showcasing the best available daily.

Son’z Steakhouse satisfies carnivore cravings with premium aged cuts, lobster tail add-ons, and classic steakhouse sides. Umalu poolside eatery and bar ensures you never need to stray far from the water for lunch or tropical cocktails. The bar program includes creative tropical cocktails beyond standard resort mai tais.

Drums of the Pacific Luau

The Drums of the Pacific Luau continues its nightly tradition with Polynesian performances, music, and storytelling from across the Pacific. The production features traditional Hawaiian hula, Samoan fire knife dancing that brings audiences to their feet, and Tahitian performances demonstrating the athleticism and artistry of Polynesian dance traditions.

The three-course Hawaiian feast includes open bar throughout the evening, with tropical cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options for kids and non-drinkers. The traditional imu ceremony reveals the kalua pig that’s been cooking underground all day, while the buffet offers both authentic Hawaiian dishes and more familiar options for less adventurous eaters.

Current Pricing and Promotions

The 45th anniversary in 2025 brings exceptional promotional packages that make this historically property much more accessible. Current offers include 15% off standard rates, daily breakfast included (saving $25-35 per person), $45 resort credits applicable to dining or spa treatments, and 45% off the resort fee. These combined savings add up to hundreds of dollars for typical stays.

Kamaʻāina (Hawaii resident) specials offer 50% off rates through November 2025, demonstrating the resort’s commitment to supporting local tourism.

The 45th anniversary special offers $45 off each adult admission to the Drums of the Pacific Luau. This promotion makes the luau genuinely affordable for families who might otherwise skip due to cost.

Our Top Choice for Self Catering and Supporting Lahaina Recovery

Imagine Lahaina’s only true beachfront property that survived the devastating 2023 wildfires, reopening in July 2025 after extensive renovations to welcome guests back to a community rebuilding with remarkable resilience.

Walking through the property today reveals a complete renovation, knowing that your visit directly supports Lahaina’s recovery by bringing back tourism jobs and economic activity the community desperately needs.

Details at a Glance:

• Rooms: 168 studios and 31 one-bedroom condos with full kitchens, private lanais, in-unit washer/dryer
• Dining: Full kitchens for self-catering, nearby restaurants and food trucks, farmers markets
• Location: Lahaina beachfront, only property directly on the beach in Historic Lahaina
• Pool: 1 outdoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna
• Beach: Direct beachfront access for snorkeling, swimming, SUP, surfing lessons
• Airport transfers: 35-40 minutes from Kahului Airport (OGG), rental car essential
• Starting rates: $200-450+ per night (not all-inclusive; self-catering reduces food costs significantly)
• Best for: Families and couples wanting kitchen flexibility, budget-conscious travelers, those supporting recovery
• Reopening: July 2025 after extensive post-fire renovations
• Amenity fee: $25 nightly includes WiFi, DVD rentals, coffee/tea, safe, local calls, lei greeting
• Minimum stay: 3 nights required for all reservations
• Important: Rental car essential for groceries and exploring; surrounding Lahaina Town remains under reconstruction

The Survival Story and Reopening

The August 2023 Lahaina fires devastated Historic Lahaina Town, destroying over 2,000 structures and claiming 102 lives in Maui’s worst natural disaster. Lahaina Shores miraculously survived despite sitting in the burn zone, with the property’s proximity to the ocean and favorable winds sparing it from the inferno that consumed the surrounding historic district.

The property remained closed for nearly two years, undergoing comprehensive smoke remediation, repainting, and renovations. The July 2025 reopening represents genuine milestone in Lahaina’s recovery. The community needs tourism returning responsibly to restore jobs and economic activity. Every reservation directly supports local employment and demonstrates that Lahaina welcomes visitors back.

The surrounding Lahaina Town remains under active reconstruction with ongoing debris removal, rebuilding, and community healing throughout 2025-2026. Lahaina’s spirit remains resilient. Your visit honors the community by supporting the economic recovery they need while respecting the ongoing healing process.

Self-Catering Condos and Kitchen Strategy

Every unit features a full kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, cookware, dishes, and utensils. This self-catering format is perfect for families with young children especially appreciate controlling meal timing rather than conforming to restaurant hours.

Stock your kitchen immediately upon arrival at nearby grocery stores before they sell out of fresh produce and staples. Farmers markets also provide excellent local produce at better prices. Just ask the staff for current market schedules and locations.

Request oceanfront units for the best views and direct beach access, though even mountain-view units deliver excellent value given the full kitchen amenities and beachfront location.

Complete Renovations and Updated Amenities

The July 2025 reopening followed extensive renovations, and the property’s survival required extensive smoke remediation beyond typical cleaning. Every surface underwent specialized treatment removing smoke particles and odors.

The single swimming pool, jacuzzi, and sauna provide the perfect relaxation space. The beachfront location offers direct access for snorkeling, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, and learning to surf in the gentle Lahaina waters. Don’t miss catching a sunset as the sun drops behind Lanai. Bring a beach chair and settle in for the nightly show.

Lahaina Beach and Recreation

The beachfront location delivers Lahaina’s only true beach accommodation. This direct beach access creates morning swims before breakfast, easy beach days without packing the car, and spontaneous sunset viewing from your lanai.

Surrounding Lahaina Recovery and Respect

Historic Lahaina Town remains under active reconstruction throughout 2025-2026. The burn zone encompasses the former commercial district where restaurants, shops, and cultural landmarks stood for over a century. Banyan Tree Park, the heart of old Lahaina, survived with burn damage, currently undergoing careful restoration by arborists and cultural practitioners.

The community asks visitors to respect closure barriers, avoid photographing destruction or private property, and patronize reopened local businesses supporting recovery.

Current Pricing and Promotions

Rates range from $200-450+ per night depending on unit type, dates, and booking timing. The $25 nightly amenity fee covers WiFi, DVD rentals, coffee and tea supplies, in-room safe, local calls, shell lei greeting, and daily newspaper.

The three-night minimum stay encourages settling in rather than treating it as quick stopover. Many guests book 5-7 nights, using Lahaina Shores as home base while exploring all of Maui.