The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua

463-room Ritz-Carlton on Maui's northwest coast — oceanfront resort with two championship golf courses and 2020 renovation.

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua opened in 1992 on Maui's northwest coast and completed a full renovation in 2020. The 463 rooms, suites, and villas spread across the oceanfront property, with private balconies and ocean views as standard. Two championship golf courses anchor the resort's recreational prog

Key Features

• Oceanfront location
• World-class spa
• Multiple dining options
• Two championship golf courses
• Extensive swimming pools
• Cultural and recreational activities
• Meeting and event facilities

Dining

• The Banyan Tree
• Ulana Terrace
• Alaloa Lounge
• Kai Café

Signature Experience

Teeing off on either championship course with the Pacific as backdrop — the golf infrastructure here runs at scale that few Hawaiian resorts match.

Accolades

North Americas Leading Hotel Residences 2025, Hawaiis Leading Hotel 2025, Hawaiis Leading Hotel Suite 2025

Vibe: Oceanfront-Maui, Championship-Golf, Family-Resort, Post-Renovation

Featured In Our Collections

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is featured in 3 of our curated collections:

When to Visit Hawaii

Best time: April and May are best; September and October offer competitive pricing.

Demand: Luxury travellers experience high demand during summer and December.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property pricing peaks during summer and December holidays.

Insider tip: Consider booking private experiences during shoulder seasons.

Avoid: Avoid mid-June to August due to high crowds.

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