Kapalua

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

Rialto Score 8.5+

A The Ritz-Carlton hotel. Rialto is a Marriott STARS agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Immerse yourself in an authentic Hawaiian experience deeply rooted in local culture, environmental adventure, and a warm aloha spirit at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. Breathtaking, natural oceanfront beauty inspires all senses as redesigned guest rooms and suites bring the colors and textures of Hawai’iʻs lush tropical landscape inside to create a natural and restorative sanctuary. An enhanced lobby and pool experience and new dining venues feature a fresh design approach reflective of Kapalua’s lush surroundings, while award-winning culinary experiences and a Hawaiian-inspired spa culminate an unforgettable escape.

1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, 96761 Kapalua, HI, United States
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

About The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

Insider tip

Treat yourself to The Ritz-Carlton Club® Lounge, enjoy dedicated concierge service, culinary offerings throughout the day, complimentary beverages (including alcohol), and cultural activities.

In the hotel’s own words

Immerse yourself in a true Hawaiian experience at The AAA Five-Diamond Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, which boasts 54 stunning acres in the midst of the luxurious Kapalua Resort on the northwestern tip of the island of Maui. The hotel proudly maintains the Honokahua Preservation Site, a recognized “wahi pana” (sacred site) that lies adjacent to the property and serves as a destination where Native Hawaiians can gather to conduct ceremonies and protocol. This oceanfront hotel introduces visitors to the culture and natural beauty of Maui while pampering them with luxury amenities to meet every need and desire.

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This destination resort offers 466 guestrooms and suites. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua embraces Maui’s natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Delicate sand tones evoke feelings of calm and serenity while azure blue and deep green accents echo the mesmerizing hues of the sparkling ocean and lush flora. The resort’s accommodations also include 107 Residential Suites featuring newly transformed kitchens, dark wood floors, marble bathrooms, flat-screen 60” LCD televisions and artwork created by local artisans. Redefining luxury, The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge at The Anuenue Room combines comfort and exclusivity with the personalized service that's a hallmark of The Ritz-Carlton. A hotel within a hotel, this oasis offers a dedicated concierge and a well-appointed, relaxed lounge environment. Continuous culinary offerings include breakfast, light snacks, hors d' oeuvres, beverages and sweets – many reflecting the cuisine of the Hawaiian Islands. It's the ideal place to conduct business, plan a family outing or simply unwind.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua also presents six restaurants, fitness center with spectacular ocean views, a 17,500 square foot spa, over 173,000 square feet of outdoor, ocean view meeting space, a signature 10,000 square-foot three-tiered pool with separate children’s pool, luxurious cabana suites with flat-screen televisions, and a pool bar. Guests may also engage in the Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program, featuring a variety of ocean, mountain and cultural activities for all ages.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa Maui, Kapalua features a design based on the concept of Waihua, the sacred water droplets that collect on the taro leaf. The spa offers treatment rooms with private outdoor shower gardens, couples hale (cabanas), and enhanced relaxation areas with volcanic stone grottos, whirlpools, steam rooms and saunas, as well as an outdoor coed relaxation area. Guests can indulge in authentic Hawaiian Lomi lomi massage, body wraps with tropical ingredients, facials with organic products and a range of salon services.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Marriott STARS benefits, included

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Marriott STARS is Marriott's invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Marriott Bonvoy points and elite-night credit, and Marriott Bonvoy elite status benefits apply.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity
  • Marriott Bonvoy points, elite nights and status benefits, as this is a direct hotel booking
  • Nightly Upgrade Awards can be applied to these rates

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Rooms and suites

19 room types.
Rooms
Size
Bed options
1Deluxe, Guest Room, 2 Queens, Resort View, Lanai
Garden, mountain, or golf course views from a private outdoor lanai.
440 ft²
2 Queens
2Deluxe, Guest Room, King, Resort View, Lanai
440 ft²
1 King
3Deluxe Ocean View, Guest Room, 2 Queens, Partial Ocean View, Lanai
Partial ocean views from a private outdoor lanai.
Members only
2 Queens
4Deluxe Ocean View, Guest Room, King, Partial Ocean View, Lanai
Members only
1 King
5Fire Lanai Golf View, Deluxe Guest Room, King, Ground Floor
Ground-floor room with an extended lanai patio and a personal fire pit, overlooking the resort grounds and golf course.
Members only
1 King
6Fire Lanai Golf View, Deluxe Guest Room, 2 Queens, Ground Floor
Members only
2 Queens
7Fire Lanai Ocean View, Deluxe Guest Room, King, Ground Floor
Ground-floor room with an extended lanai patio and a personal fire pit, with partial ocean views.
Members only
1 King
8Fire Lanai Ocean View, Deluxe Guest Room, 2 Queens, Ground Floor
Members only
2 Queens
9Deluxe Club Access for 2, Guest Room, King, Club Lounge Access
1 King
10Deluxe Ocean Club for 2, Guest Room, King, Club Lounge Access
1 King
Suites
Size
Bed options
11Garden View Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, King, Sofa Bed
One-bedroom suite with a separate living room and queen sofa bed, and garden, mountain, or golf-course views from a private lanai.
Members only
1 King + 1 Sofa Bed
12Ocean View Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite, King, Sofa Bed
One-bedroom suite with a separate living room and queen sofa bed, ocean views from a private lanai, and a separate shower and soaking tub in the master bath.
Members only
1 King + 1 Sofa Bed
13Ocean Front Suite, Club Lounge Access, 1 Bedroom Suite
Two private lanais with sweeping Pacific Ocean views, a separate living room with a queen sofa bed, and access to the Club Lounge.
Members only
1 King
142 Bedroom Residential Suite, Garden View
Two-bedroom residence with a king primary bedroom plus a second bedroom with two queens, a partial kitchen, and a separate living room with a queen sofa bed, with garden, mountain, or golf-course views.
Members only
1 King + 2 Queens
152 Bedroom Residential Suite, Partial Ocean View
Two-bedroom residence with a king primary bedroom plus a second bedroom with two queens, a partial kitchen, and a separate living room with a queen sofa bed, with partial ocean views.
Members only
1 King + 2 Queens
16Fire Lanai Suite, Club Lounge Access, 1 Bedroom Suite
172 Bedroom Residential Suite, Oceanfront, Club Level
Two-bedroom oceanfront residence with sweeping Pacific views, a full kitchen, and Club Level access.
18The Ritz-Carlton Suite, 1 Bedroom Presidential Suite, King
Panoramic oceanfront views, a private dining room, a separate living room with a queen sofa bed, and Club Level access.
Members only
1 King
19The Royal Pacific Suite, Club Level, 2 Bedroom Penthouse Suite
Oceanfront lanai spanning the length of the suite, separate living and dining rooms, a full kitchen, and Club Level access.
Members only

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Marriott STARS always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

Do I earn Marriott Bonvoy points and keep my elite benefits? Is this considered a direct booking or a third-party booking?

Yes. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns Marriott Bonvoy points and elite-night credit, and Marriott Bonvoy elite status benefits apply.

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