*** In August of 2023 wildfires on Maui devastated the West Maui town of Lahaina and the surrounding area. Our deepest condolences go out to all of the people, families, and businesses affected by this terrible event. Unfortunately, it will be some time before visitors and water activities will be allowed in the Lahaina area and it is best to avoid West Maui while this area recovers from the tragedy.
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For some people, West Maui is the best side of Maui
A place you can rightly call #vacationgoals!
Kaanapali Vacation Rentals: Exhibiting nature’s love in its grandest form, West Maui is a vacation favorite for thousands of people from across the world. From clean, beautiful beaches to rich aquatic life, it offers seaside living like no other place in Hawaii. It is in close proximity to Lahaina harbor and is home to Launiupoko Beach Park – a 6.7-acre shoreline site featuring a natural pool enclosed by a lava rock wall. West Maui is where Maui…is better than Maui!
Why West Maui?
- Tourist Hotspot Lahaina
- World-class shopping and dining experiences
- Landscaped luxury with stunning 360-degree island views
- Whalers Village
- Napili Bay
- Nakalele Blow Hole
- Surfer’s Paradise in Kapalua
- World-Class Golf
- Perfect for family and romantic getaways
- Home to Olu’walu Beach Park, Launiupoko Beach Park, Lahaina’s Front Street (one of the “Top Ten Greatest Streets” in the US.
Discover the famous West Maui
What’s popular in West Maui?
Best things to do in West Maui

Your entry into the Western part of Maui starts on a breathtaking note. The moment you come this way, you’ll find yourself driving the shoreline of some of the most famous beaches in the world. And well…that’s just a start!
Head to Olu’walu Beach Park from there. It is the only major snorkel reef on Maui protected from the trade winds. So if you love snorkeling, this will be an unforgettable experience. Plus, this is a perfect place to relax on windy afternoons.
In West Maui, you’ll always be close to scenic trails and walkways (nō ka ’oi—the best!). So put on your shades, get comfortable in your “slippahs”, and refresh your soul with the island’s seaside living.
Plan a picnic with your family by driving north on Honopilani Hwy. Here, you’ll see a park called Launiupoko Beach Park (lawn-ee-oh-poko). This 6.7 acre shoreline features a natural pool enclosed by a lava rock wall – making it an exciting experience.
Eat at at Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop a local café don’t forget to hop on a boating adventure to the islands of Lanai or Molokai. Best, you can do whale watching tours from the Lahaina Harbor.
The Whalers Village is West Maui’s premier oceanfront retail center. Here you find yourself surrounded by the best brands and one-of-a-kind specialty retailers. We highly recommend shopping here.
Lastly, do visit Napili-Honokowai – a town intertwined with boutique hotels and vacation condos, offering less crowds in comparison to its neighboring resort towns, or spend time at Kapalua Bay – featuring beautiful white sand beaches.
Come, say Aloha to West Maui with Aliʻi Resorts.