Kapalua

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

Rialto Score 8.5+

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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.

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  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
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Rooms and suites

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

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

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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.

What room types does The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua offer?

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua lists Deluxe, Guest Room, 2 Queens, Resort View, Lanai, Deluxe, Guest Room, King, Resort View, Lanai, Deluxe Ocean View, Guest Room, 2 Queens, Partial Ocean View, Lanai, Deluxe Ocean View, Guest Room, King, Partial Ocean View, Lanai, Fire Lanai Golf View, Deluxe Guest Room, King, Ground Floor, Fire Lanai Golf View, Deluxe Guest Room, 2 Queens, Ground Floor and 13 more. Sizes and bed options for each are in the rooms table above.

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