The Best
Luxury & 5 Star
Hotels in Maui

People who visit Hawaii regularly often prefer Maui with its many luxury hotels and resorts, great swimming beaches, and many excellent golf courses.

Maui is a little more relaxed than Oahu. It is less crowded, but still has plenty of things to do. 5 star Hotels on Maui are popular with both couples and families.

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These are the most luxurious 5 star hotels & resorts on Maui

5 Star Luxury Resorts in Maui

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

Wailea Beach Resort – Marriott, Maui

Wailea Beach Resort – Marriott, Maui is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in the beautiful Wailea area of Maui. This marvelous resort offers a variety of amenities, such as a kids club, five on-site restaurants, a state-of-the-art spa, and multiple swimming pools and water slides. Guests can choose to stay in a variety of accommodations, ranging from standard guest rooms to luxurious suites and villas. Wailea Beach Resort is also just a short walk away from Wailea Beach, allowing guests to enjoy the stunning landscape and activities that the beach has to offer. With its world-class amenities, unparalleled service, and unbeatable location this 5 star Maui resort is perfect for a luxury escape.

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Indulge in a lavish vacation at the 5-star Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, a luxurious hotel overlooking Wailea Beach. With its three swimming pools, three on-site restaurants, including one by renowned chef Wolfgang Puck, and a full-service spa, this hotel offers the ultimate in relaxation and pampering. Guests can choose from spacious rooms with breathtaking ocean or garden views, and enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and daily stocked minibars. Whether you’re seeking adventure or a tranquil escape, the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is the best choice for a luxurious stay in Maui. This is the best hotel in Maui for a luxury vacation.

Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui

Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui

Fairmont Kea Lani is a 5-star resort located in Maui, providing guests with a luxurious experience on the Wailea Coast. Guests can choose from spacious suites or exclusive luxury villas, all equipped with modern amenities and breathtaking views. The resort boasts three outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and multiple dining options, making it a prime location for a Hawaii vacation. The hotel’s location is also conveniently close to the Shops at Wailea and Makena State Park. With its prime oceanfront location, top-notch amenities, and exceptional service, Fairmont Kea Lani is the ultimate destination for a luxurious getaway in Maui.

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The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

The 5 star Ritz-Carlton Kapalua is set on 54 acres and offers 2 golf courses, tennis courts, a 3 level pool, a spa, and 3 restaurants. Accommodations are very luxurious, it is one of the best hotels on Maui, and it is the best if you want to play golf in Maui.

Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

This luxury resort on Maui’s Wailea Beach has 40 acres of grounds, 7 restaurants, a water park, and a luxurious spa. Perfect for an upscale family vacation in Maui, or a romantic couples getaway. Easily one of the best hotels in Maui, Grand Wailea has hosted Kim and Kanye, as well as many other celebrity couples. You never know who you’ll see. This is another great option is you want to play golf in Maui it is very close to Wailea Golf Club.

Hotel Wailea, Relais & Châteaux

The only 5 Star adults only resort in Hawaii, Hotel Wailea is an exclusive and luxurious retreat located in Maui, on a hillside overlooking Wailea. This luxurious getaway offers breathtaking 180-degree views of three Hawaiian Islands; and majestic mountain scenery. With just 72 suites across the entire 15-acre property, guests are treated to a personalized and exclusive experience. It is ideal for an luxury escape on Maui for couples. This is one of the best romantic hotels in Maui.

Montage Kapalua Bay Maui

Montage Kapalua Bay

Located in beautiful Kapalua Bay, this beachside 5 star luxury resort offers spacious suites with full kitchens. A large outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant and spa. Montage is exceptionally luxurious and one of the best luxury hotels on Maui.

The best way to get to Maui

A Private Jet is by far the best way to get to Maui, and it’s cheaper than you think.

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Upmarket 4 star hotels & luxury resorts in Maui

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa is located on 23 oceanfront acres along the famous Kaanapali Beach, offering spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and neighboring islands. The resort offers a range of luxurious accommodations, dining options, and activities including water sports, cultural experiences, and spa treatments. Guests can upgrade their stay to the exclusive Moana Oceanfront Wing for a more private and intimate experience with breathtaking ocean and sunset views. It is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a luxury vacation on Maui.

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

Situated in Ka’anapali, on the west coast of Maui in 40 acres of tropical gardens, this 4 star luxury resort has 5 restaurants, a water park, and a luxurious spa. Many rooms offer private balconies with ocean views.

Marriott's Maui Ocean Club

Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club

Looking for the perfect Maui hotel for your next vacation? Look no further than Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club. With a prime beachfront location on the gorgeous Ka’anapali Beach, this resort offers stunning views, luxurious amenities, and a wide range of room options to suit any traveler’s needs. Relax by the 3.5-acre heated outdoor pool, indulge in a spa treatment at the on-site Spa by the Sea, or take advantage of the resort’s many activities and dining options. And with easy access to the best that Maui has to offer, including golf, historic towns, and the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium, Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club is the perfect choice for any traveler looking for an unforgettable Maui vacation experience.

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka’anapali

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is located on Ka’anapali Beach. It features 6 outdoor pools as well as waterslides, 5 restaurants and a spa. Popular with couples and families, The Westin offers a relaxed, luxurious experience without being to formal. If you’re looking for a luxurious hotel that is fun then The Westin Maui with its great waterpark is a good choice.

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Kaanapali Alii, Maui hotel

Kaanapali Alii

Kaanapali Alii, a Destination by Hyatt Residence, is located on Ka’anapali Beach. It offers luxury condominiums with full kitchens and an excellent outdoor pool. This is a great option for anyone looking for a luxury vacation in Maui, especially families or those that want kitchen and laundry facilities in their room.

Hana-Maui Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Residence

Hana-Maui Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Residence

Located in Hana Bay on Maui’s quiet eastern coast Hana-Maui Resort offers a spa and wellness retreat. Accommodation is in luxurious bungalows, each with its own terrace. The road to Hana is considered one of the must do experiences on Maui so take your time on the drive to this luxury resort and enjoy it.

Maui Activities
Maui Activities

Maui has a lot of very luxurious hotels and resorts and it is not the cheapest destination, in fact only Lanai is more expensive in Hawaii. Maui’s best 5 star resorts offer all the luxuries you’s expect from top end resort including golf courses designed by some of the world’s top course designers, luxurious spas offering all kinds of massages, relaxation therapies and beauty treatments. There’s incredible restaurants from celebrity chefs like Wolfgang Puck, huge swimming pools with stunning sea views, and of course some of the most luxurious suites you’ll ever see. Maui is a great location for a luxury holiday in Hawaii.

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The 5 Best Hotels in Maui

  1. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
  2. Grand Wailea Resort
  3. The Ritz-Carlton Maui
  4. Montage Kapalua Bay
  5. Fairmont Kea Lani
Maui Activities
Maui Activities
What is the best way to get to Maui?

The best way to get to Maui is by Private Jet. It takes all the hassle out of travelling and turns it into a luxury experience.

What is the best hotel on Maui?

It is either Four Seasons or Grand Wailea Resort. It’s really too close to call between these two wonderful properties.

What is the nicest area to stay in Maui?

Wailea is the best area on Maui for a luxury stay. It has the nicest resorts, great restaurants and a lovely beach.

How many days do you need on Maui?

7-10 Days is enough time to relax and enjoy all that Maui has to offer. You’ll be able to take a few day trips and see all the main things without feeling like you are rushing.

What is the rainy season in Maui?

November to March are the wettest months, with March usually having the highest rainfall.

When is the hottest month in Maui?

August is usually the hottest month followed by July.

Has anyone been eaten by a shark in Maui?

Yes, a 60 year old women was killed and eaten by a tiger shark in December 2022. She was snorkelling 50 yards from the beach near Keawakapu Point.