Kapalua Beach Maui Hawaii

Kapalua Beach

4.5/5
(1.2K) · Beach in Lahaina, United States
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This serene cove on the northwestern tip of Maui is known as one of the most beautiful spots in Hawaii. Sunbathe on the soft white sand and …

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Mar 7, 2025
Not wheelchair accessible. Make sure to use reef safe sunscreen. Went February of 2025. The week before there was rain. Only mention this as if you go elsewhere you may have to walk thru mud. THE…Full review by MLShopper
Feb 20, 2025
I must have visited on the wrong day as my snorkeling experience didn't match the great reputation this beach has for it. It was windy and the ocean was more choppy than usual affecting visibility. I…Full review by TravelingSoccerLoon
Feb 13, 2025
Kapalua Beach and most parking lots along the Kapalua Coastal trail have become pay parking lots. I was in the parking lot and phoned the Kauai based parking company for rates. They were only offer…Full review by 1051Celeste
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This beach looks lovely but we are planning a vow renewal (13 people total) for March 2022. I keep reading that it is busy. …
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This beach looks lovely but we are planning a vow renewal (13 people total) for March 2022. I keep reading that it is busy. Anyone know what it's usually like around 4pm? Wondering if we will be able to carve out space for our family with a pretty view for photos. Thanks!
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Are you "wedded" (my silly pun, sorry) to this site? If I had my choices, I would hurry on down to Kaanapali Beach (between the Hyatt and the Sheraton) and get set up on those …
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Are you "wedded" (my silly pun, sorry) to this site? If I had my choices, I would hurry on down to Kaanapali Beach (between the Hyatt and the Sheraton) and get set up on those beautiful stretches of sand and grass for my vows. We were there (both beaches) recently and thought the Kapalua Beach rather pathetic (sooo very much damage) and you may need to get a permit or something to put up a gathering for 13+ people. Who knows? You may need to ask. The Kaanapali beach area is way more desirable over this beach (IMHO). Kaanapali sunsets? Off the charts! Stuff to do? No comparison. We've been regular visitors for 25+ years here to this part of Maui and would strongly steer you towards Kaanapali. Please, do PM me with more requests for info. I hate to see anyone waste money and time on a just "so-so" location for such an important gathering.
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How is the parking?
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Get there before 9am or you will need to park on the street. It could take quite some time to find a spot.
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Can you rent snorkeling gear there? If so, how much?
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I brought my own gear so I don’t remember if there was a place to rent- sorry!
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Can you rent chairs or umbrellas on this beach? Facilities?
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I did not note any chair or umbrella rentals on this beach. There is a restroom and foot shower in the small parking lot for the beach.
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