Napili is nestled along the coast of West Maui, ten minutes from Kaʻanapali. Though lesser-known and less crowded than the other resort towns in the region, Napili is conveniently located near all the best activities that Maui has to offer. Once you’ve booked your accommodations here in Napili, add these can’t-miss activities to your itinerary.

What to Do When Staying in Napili

1. Enjoy the Beach

Napili Bay is shaped like a crescent, with soft, sandy beaches that run along its length. The bay offers some shelter from larger waves, so it’s a popular location for snorkeling, swimming, boogie boarding, and playing in the shallows with small children. This beach tends to be less crowded than the nearby resort towns, so you’ll have more room to spread out.

2. Hit the Links

The Plantation Course at Kapalua Bay is known as one of the best golf courses in the state and is a short 10-minute drive from Napili. It sits on the slopes of the West Maui Mountains, offering stunning ocean views at every hole. The 18-hole, par-73, 7,411-yard course hosts the PGA Tour’s Hyundai Tournament of Champions every year.

3. See the Nakalele Blowhole

The Nakalele Blowhole, located just east of Poelua Bay, is a natural geyser from an underwater lava tub. It is one of only three natural blowholes in the world. When the waves crash inside the tube, a spectacular water column shoots up to 100 feet in the air from the blowhole.

4. Visit the Farmers Market

The Napili Famers Market sits at the intersection of the Honoapiilani Highway and Napilihau Street. Every Wednesday and Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., vendors line up to sell local cuisine while musicians entertain the shoppers. Browse a range of fresh produce as well as local products like island banana bread and macadamia nut spreads.

5. Try a Local Brew

The original Maui Brewing Co. brewpub is located off the Honoapiilani Highway, just five minutes from town. It is the state’s largest craft brewery. Stop by to enjoy some pub food and a local beer, or buy a growler to enjoy back at your own accommodations.

If you're looking for accommodations in Napili, make yourself at home at the Napili Village Hotel right in the heart of Napili, West Maui. This family-owned and -operated hotel was recently renovated with the latest comfortable amenities. Enjoy garden and ocean views from your room and cook your farmers market finds in the spacious kitchen. Visit their website or call (808) 669-6228 to book your stay.