Families heading to Lahaina can choose from beachfront resorts that mix pool time with practical comforts such as kitchens, babysitting and kids' pools. This list is for parents who want the children entertained and the logistics made simpler. Each of the four resorts below has its own take on a Maui family stay.
We chose resorts in Lahaina with clear family facilities, either babysitting or child services, or a dedicated kids' pool. We then looked at each resort's own features, from kids' clubs to in-room kitchens, to explain who it suits best.
The Resort at Kapalua Bay, Maui is a 5-star beachfront resort in Lahaina with a 9.5 guest rating, and it covers family needs well. A kids' club and babysitting or child services give parents breathing room, while snorkelling and windsurfing keep older children busy with water sport facilities on site. Days can drift between the outdoor pool and its pool bar, with a spa, sauna, steam room and hot tub for adults. Suites and residences, many with full kitchens, make mealtimes easy.
The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali is a beachfront resort in Lahaina rated 9 by guests, and children are well looked after here. There is a kids' club and an indoor play area, plus babysitting or child services for evenings out. Swimming options include outdoor, heated, plunge and kids' pools. Villas and suites come with full kitchens, and the spa, sauna, steam room and hot tub give parents some downtime. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk round things out.
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas pairs a kids' pool with an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub, and its beachfront setting includes a private beach area with sun loungers. Studios, suites and apartments have full kitchens, which is handy for family meals, and BBQ facilities are available. Free WiFi and free parking keep extras simple. A local shuttle runs to the Kaanapali Resort area for an additional charge, and a spa, massage services and fitness center are on hand for parents.
The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas is a beachfront 4-star in Lahaina, built for families who like variety. Six outdoor pools sit alongside a kids' pool and a water slide, and babysitting or child services are available. Studios and villas have kitchens or kitchenettes, with a washer and dryer in some room types, which helps on longer stays. Three restaurants and two bars are on site, and free WiFi and a free shuttle service are included. Mobility and hearing accessible villas are also available.
If you plan to cook some meals, check which room types have a full kitchen and which have a kitchenette, as this varies by resort and room type.
Parents who want an evening out should confirm babysitting or child services with the resort before arrival, and ask about age limits and hours for any kids' club.
Compare the pool lineups: some resorts have a kids' pool, others add a water slide, an indoor play area or heated pools, so pick the one that suits your children's ages.
Free WiFi is available at all four resorts, but parking and shuttle arrangements differ. Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas has free parking, and its shuttle carries an additional charge.
Our 24/7 booking agents can help match room types and facilities to your family's needs before you book.
Frequently asked questions
Which Lahaina resorts on this list have a kids' club?
The Resort at Kapalua Bay, Maui and The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali both have a kids' club. The Westin Nanea also has an indoor play area.
Which of these resorts offer babysitting or child services?
The Resort at Kapalua Bay, Maui, The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali and The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas all offer babysitting or child services.
Are there rooms with kitchens at these family resorts?
Yes. The Resort at Kapalua Bay, Maui has suites and residences, many with full kitchens. The Westin Nanea and Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas offer full kitchens, and The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas has studios and villas with kitchens or kitchenettes.
Which resort has a kids' pool and a water slide?
The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas has six outdoor pools, plus a kids' pool and a water slide.
Is parking free at any of these resorts?
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas offers free parking, along with free WiFi.
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