The Gardens at West Maui

5500 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761, Lahaina, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.2 / 5

Overview

The Gardens at West Maui is a 3-star, all-suite hotel on landscaped grounds adjacent to the Kapalua Golf Club Bay Course. It is about a 7-minute walk from Kapalua Bay Beach and 5 minutes from the Kapalua Coastal Trail. Its public rating is 4.2 from 298 reviews.

Rooms

Tropically styled studios have flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, kitchens, washer/dryers, pull-out sofas, and furnished lanais; some have golf-course views. One-bedroom suites add separate living rooms. Guest comments describe the layouts as practical, though one reviewer found the kitchen tight for two people and noted wear in some areas.

Amenities

On-site facilities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, BBQ facilities, and parking. The available information does not specify other services or facilities.

Location & Dining

Napili Bay is roughly 300–400 metres away, while Kapalua Bay Beach and the coastal trail are also close by. Fleming Beach and D.T. Fleming Beach Park are about 1.5–1.6 km away, and Kapalua Golf - The Plantation Course is about 2.8 km away. Guest comments mention restaurants within walking distance, including options described as BBQ, Thai, seafood, and pho; on-site dining is not documented.

Best for

The hotel suits beach-focused travelers and walkers who want easy access to Napili Bay, Kapalua Bay Beach, and the Kapalua Coastal Trail. Its kitchen, washer/dryer, pull-out sofa, and furnished lanai also make the suites useful for guests who prefer a more self-contained stay.

Travel tips

The Kapalua Coastal Trail is about 5 minutes on foot, and Kapalua Bay Beach is about a 7-minute walk; Napili Bay is roughly 300–400 metres away. Kahului Airport is listed as 33 miles from the hotel, so plan for an airport journey rather than assuming it is nearby. Guest comments mention morning rooster noise, which may matter to light sleepers.

What guests say

Guest comments praise the location for access to Napili and Kapalua beaches, the coastal trail, and restaurants within walking distance. Some describe the staff positively and consider the rooms good value, with useful kitchen and laundry facilities. One guest found the kitchen cramped for two and noted dated wear in areas such as the laundry and tub area. A light sleeper also mentioned morning rooster noise and used a fan for background sound.

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