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1963
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
Lahaina, Hawaii
2605 Kaanapali Parkway, Lahaina, Hawaii 96761
Original Property Opened in 1963
Historic Hotels of America member since 2026
During the new jet-setting era of the mid-20th century, Hawaii’s picturesque beaches became an enviable vacation destination for global travelers. In 1963, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa opened its doors along Kā’anapali Beach as one of the first Hawaiian resorts that combined lodging, recreation, and shoreline access. With 23 acres of breathtaking lava rocks, lush grounds, and sandy beaches, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa affords its guests access to all that Maui has to offer. The award-winning, historic resort resides on an unbeatable location adjacent to Pu’u Keka’a (Black Rock), a striking natural landscape and symbol of Native Hawaiian traditions. Whether whale watching from a guestroom balcony or viewing the famous Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa cliff divers each evening, visitors will discover an immersive Hawaiian experience.
Discover
- Tour the landmark resort built by Wimberly, Whisenand, Allison & Tong. The Hawaiian firm was founded in 1945 in Honolulu and specialized in creating tropical resorts including those on Kaua’I, Waikiki, and Tahiti. Sheraton Maui’s distinctive Midcentury Modern design was selected by the New York Museum of Modern Art for the “Architecture of the USA” exhibition that toured the Russian cities of Leningrad, Minsk, and Moscow in 1965.
- Discover Pu’u Keka’a, also known as Black Rock. Fronting the resort, Pu’u Keka’a is one of the top destinations on Maui to see tropical marine life in their natural habitat, including the beloved honu, or green sea turtles. Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa originated the Lele Kawa (Cliff Diving) Ritual, an ode to Hawaiian heritage performed nightly since the resort’s founding.
- Learn about Hawaiian heritage through The Kuleana Series, available via QR codes around the historic hotel. The series features 11 respected cultural educators and scientific experts, including Dr. Makana Silva, an astrophysicist at Los Alamos National Laboratory, who shares his kuleana (responsibility) to perpetuate the legacy of Hawaiian astronomers; Hi’ilani Shibata, Hawaiian cultural educator and co-founder of Ka Mahina Project, who recounts the mo’olelo (traditional narratives) of Hinahānaiakamalama, the Hawaiian goddess of the moon; and Ekolu Lindsey, president of Maui Cultural Lands, who highlights the living nature of coral reefs.
Explore
- Explore Maui’s waterfalls and rainforest trails. Makamaka’ole Falls, located above Waihe’e Valley, is a spectacular waterfall reached via a lush trail of tropical vegetation. Waikamoi Falls and the surrounding native rainforest are also a popular stop along Maui’s famous Road to Hāna.
- Explore the magnificent Pacific Ocean from the resort’s shoreline access. Located directly in front of the resort, Pu’u Keka’a is one of Maui’s most popular locations for snorkeling and scuba diving. Guests can also enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking, and other snorkeling using beach equipment available for rent at the resort.
- Discover Hawaiian history at the Maui Historical Society’s Bailey House Museum. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Baily House preserves the former royal compound of King Kahekili II, the last independent ruler of Maui. The historical societyhouses one of the island’s most significant collections of Maui artifacts, period furnishings, and cultural exhibits.
Experience
- Experience the resort’s 23 acres overlooking Ka’anapali Beach. The grounds feature tropical gardens, koi ponds, and a lagoon-style swimming pool. Guests are treated to panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and nearby islands, including Lāna’i and Moloka’i.
- Join ukulele lessons, lei making, and hula instruction at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. Guests can also observe the nightly Lele Kawa (Cliff Diving) Ritual or attend the resort’s weekly luau, held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, featuring traditional Hawaiian food, music, and dance.
- Experience the arts and culture of Maui. Attend a workshop or show at The Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului or participate in workshops hosted by local artisans at the resort.
Taste
- Taste Hawaiian-style shave ice at Black Rock Shave Ice at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. The beloved treat comes in more than 20 tropical flavors, including lychee, ube, and pineapple.
- Taste fresh Pacific seafood across Maui. Fresh-caught fish such as ahi tuna, mahi-mahi, ono, and opah can be found at markets and restaurants throughout the island. Favorites like Pacific scallops, fish tacos, and shrimp tempura grace the menus at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa’s restaurants.
- Sample coffee grown across the Hawaiian Islands. Hawaii is the only U.S. state that commercially grows coffee. Coffee beans cultivated on Maui, Kona, and Kaua’i gain their distinct flavors from the volcanic soil and high elevation.
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