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Great beach, water is amazing. It was a bit windy, waves were pretty big. But we enjoyed our time regardless. One star minus because of the bathrooms, nothing around. There was one by the restaurant. And it's only for restaurant guests. With little kids- very changing
We couldn't find the entry, had to ask a local (path between two apartments) Street parking, be creative but respectful as it is a residential area. It can get crowded but plenty of places to lounge. Water was beautiful, great waves for body surfing, saw lots of snorkelers. No lifeguards or places to rinse off. Edit...found a different entrance and there is a rinse off station!
Napili Bay Beach is a quiet beach located on the western side of Maui. We stayed in the area so this beach was walking distance and was a great place to walk to in the morning and for sunsets. There are restaurants and other vacation stays adjacent to the beach and although there are a lot of people it is still relatively open with a lot of space. Popular restaurants like Sea House have a view out to the bay. Parking can be difficult so I'd recommend coming early to secure a spot.
Nice beach in a semi protected cove but waves can still be pretty rough since there's a few drop off zones going from the beach into the ocean. Within just 5-8 feet from the beach, there's a drop of about 2 feet and then deeper again as you go further out. So this is why the waves could still be rough especially in the afternoon and definitely on high surf days. However, it can also be very calm early in the morning where it almost looks time a still pond with some ripples. Sand is semi smooth and soft, but there are rocks making the necessity to be mindful if you're going into the ocean without water shoes. Further out are patches of rocks where reefs have taken hold which allows snorkeling especially early in the morning when it's calmer, while a rock outcrop on the left can occasionally have turtles on them. Saw one looking for food there as the turtle came in with the high tide.
Napili Bay a relaxing beach in Maui. The water is usually calm and crystal clear, making it perfect for families and kids to swim and snorkel safely. We saw plenty of fish close to shore, and if you go early in the morning, there's a good chance you'll spot sea turtles cruising through the bay. The beach itself is clean with soft sand, and the cove shape keeps things feeling peaceful compared to some of the busier spots on the island. It's the kind of place where you can easily spend the entire day just unwinding. Parking can be a little tricky, so getting there early is worth it. A great tip is to pair your visit with breakfast or brunch at The Gazebo Restaurant right next door. It's super convenient and makes your morning really efficient--grab a meal, then walk straight onto the beach and enjoy the rest of your day. Whether you're swimming, snorkeling, or just laying out and taking in the view, Napili Bay has that classic Maui magic.
The best beach ever! Snorkeling here is amazing so much coral reef and sea life. Please wear sunscreen that is safe for the ocean
Best kids friendly beach with coral reefs and plenty of fish for snorkeling. Mostly catering for the people staying around do parking is premium. Calm beach with clear water. There is sea house restaurant on the north side or you can walk to at least 2 other restaurants island vibes cafe or the gazebo. Spectacular sunset view. Relax. You're in Maui.
Really nice beach! There's shady areas which I was so grateful for and beautiful views. It's not too busy. The water is nice and the waves were perfect but some parts can be rough. Parking isn't bad. There's a restaurant called Sea House if you get hungry.
The best bay beach on this side of Maui IMO. The bay is protected from big sets even if it's a windy day. The sand is soft and the water is warm in parts. We always visit Napoli bay beach a few times whenever we're on the island.
Dancing in the deepest oceans Twisting in the water You're just like a dream Just like a dream... It was a nice sunny day in Napili Bay. I had to carry the kids in the water as there would be a sudden drop in the sand that made you go in waist deep. Not a fan of people smoking on the beach then tossing their trash into the sea. They have a shower with a hose to rinse off above. Parking was available on the street. We did have some rain come in during our beach visit but nothing too crazy. Drove by Lahaina, it was a somber feeling as they are trying to rebuild. It was hard to see so many homes destroyed. This beach gave us another view of the nearby island of Moloka'i made me think of St Damien and all those people he served with leprosy. It was great to read a sign that mentioned this area has been helping some of those displaced by the Lahaina Fire as well. Mahalo
This beach was just ok. It wasn't overly crowded but the shoreline is short and very steep to get down to the water so you can't sit in a chair and dip your toes. Kids got a little bored here. The shaved ice place across the street was great. Never saw the public restrooms. Parking was easy, plenty of spaces.
Awesome picturesque beach. You get some rocky areas, with some all sand parts that makes it easy to walk into the ocean. There are high rocks that go well out into the water, and you can barely see pocking out. So if you're swimming, or snorkeling, you just need to be watchful. The waves often break right at those rocks, and you don't want to be caught in between those. It's also a great place for paddle boarding. Currently the Yelp page says it's still temporarily closed, but that is incorrect. This whole side of West Maui had been closed during the fires that happened in August 2023, and remained closed for months following. It's re-opened now though, after many, many reports and samples, after samples of both the ground and water to make its safe. Still best not to consume any of the sea water, just in case. That's my tip.
Gorgeous location - pretty accessible and nice snorkeling. It can get crowded however it wasn't too bad and worth it for us since we wanted a safer spot to snorkel. We were able to see wild sea turtles (from 6 foot distance as a reminder!!!) which was amazing
A beach for all skill levels but swells can be massive even on quiet days. I have personally rescued a fellow who started just standing on the sand who got swept in. Still One of my top five favorite beaches! No bathrooms and they did take the public rinse station away a few years back. Parking can be a challenging but there is a bus stop close by. Napili market is minutes away for excellent poke. read more
6 months ago
7 months ago
This is our first day of Napili Bay. We just checked in to Napili Kai and came down to the water. A little more crowded than i thought it might be. On the way back , we took time to use the upper Hot Tub. The beach is a fine sand soft slope beach , walk out to depth is all sand. No Surf. read more
Great beach, water is amazing. It was a bit windy, waves were pretty big. But we enjoyed our time regardless. One star minus because of the bathrooms, nothing around. There was one by the restaurant. And it's only for restaurant guests. With little kids- very changing read more
We couldn't find the entry, had to ask a local (path between two apartments) Street parking, be creative but respectful as it is a residential area. It can get crowded but plenty of places to lounge. Water was beautiful, great waves for body surfing, saw lots of snorkelers. No lifeguards or places to rinse off. Edit...found a different entrance and there is a rinse off station! read more
Napili Bay Beach is a quiet beach located on the western side of Maui. We stayed in the area so this beach was walking distance and was a great place to walk to in the morning and for sunsets. There are restaurants and other vacation stays adjacent to the beach and although there are a lot of people it is still relatively open with a lot of space. Popular restaurants like Sea House have a view out to the bay. Parking can be difficult so I'd recommend coming early to secure a spot. read more
9 months ago
Nice beach in a semi protected cove but waves can still be pretty rough since there's a few drop off zones going from the beach into the ocean. Within just 5-8 feet from the beach, there's a drop of about 2 feet and then deeper again as you go further out. So this is why the waves could still be rough especially in the afternoon and definitely on high surf days. However, it can also be very calm early in the morning where it almost looks time a still pond with some ripples. Sand is semi smooth and soft, but there are rocks making the necessity to be mindful if you're going into the ocean without water shoes. Further out are patches of rocks where reefs have taken hold which allows snorkeling especially early in the morning when it's calmer, while a rock outcrop on the left can occasionally have turtles on them. Saw one looking for food there as the turtle came in with the high tide. read more
Napili Bay a relaxing beach in Maui. The water is usually calm and crystal clear, making it perfect for families and kids to swim and snorkel safely. We saw plenty of fish close to shore, and if you go early in the morning, there's a good chance you'll spot sea turtles cruising through the bay. The beach itself is clean with soft sand, and the cove shape keeps things feeling peaceful compared to some of the busier spots on the island. It's the kind of place where you can easily spend the entire day just unwinding. Parking can be a little tricky, so getting there early is worth it. A great tip is to pair your visit with breakfast or brunch at The Gazebo Restaurant right next door. It's super convenient and makes your morning really efficient--grab a meal, then walk straight onto the beach and enjoy the rest of your day. Whether you're swimming, snorkeling, or just laying out and taking in the view, Napili Bay has that classic Maui magic. read more
Best kids friendly beach with coral reefs and plenty of fish for snorkeling. Mostly catering for the people staying around do parking is premium. Calm beach with clear water. There is sea house restaurant on the north side or you can walk to at least 2 other restaurants island vibes cafe or the gazebo. Spectacular sunset view. Relax. You're in Maui. read more
2 months ago
Really nice beach! There's shady areas which I was so grateful for and beautiful views. It's not too busy. The water is nice and the waves were perfect but some parts can be rough. Parking isn't bad. There's a restaurant called Sea House if you get hungry. read more
The best bay beach on this side of Maui IMO. The bay is protected from big sets even if it's a windy day. The sand is soft and the water is warm in parts. We always visit Napoli bay beach a few times whenever we're on the island. read more
Dancing in the deepest oceans Twisting in the water You're just like a dream Just like a dream... It was a nice sunny day in Napili Bay. I had to carry the kids in the water as there would be a sudden drop in the sand that made you go in waist deep. Not a fan of people smoking on the beach then tossing their trash into the sea. They have a shower with a hose to rinse off above. Parking was available on the street. We did have some rain come in during our beach visit but nothing too crazy. Drove by Lahaina, it was a somber feeling as they are trying to rebuild. It was hard to see so many homes destroyed. This beach gave us another view of the nearby island of Moloka'i made me think of St Damien and all those people he served with leprosy. It was great to read a sign that mentioned this area has been helping some of those displaced by the Lahaina Fire as well. Mahalo read more
This beach was just ok. It wasn't overly crowded but the shoreline is short and very steep to get down to the water so you can't sit in a chair and dip your toes. Kids got a little bored here. The shaved ice place across the street was great. Never saw the public restrooms. Parking was easy, plenty of spaces. read more
2 years ago
Awesome picturesque beach. You get some rocky areas, with some all sand parts that makes it easy to walk into the ocean. There are high rocks that go well out into the water, and you can barely see pocking out. So if you're swimming, or snorkeling, you just need to be watchful. The waves often break right at those rocks, and you don't want to be caught in between those. It's also a great place for paddle boarding. Currently the Yelp page says it's still temporarily closed, but that is incorrect. This whole side of West Maui had been closed during the fires that happened in August 2023, and remained closed for months following. It's re-opened now though, after many, many reports and samples, after samples of both the ground and water to make its safe. Still best not to consume any of the sea water, just in case. That's my tip. read more
1 year ago
Gorgeous location - pretty accessible and nice snorkeling. It can get crowded however it wasn't too bad and worth it for us since we wanted a safer spot to snorkel. We were able to see wild sea turtles (from 6 foot distance as a reminder!!!) which was amazing read more
One of the most exclusively beautiful beaches along the the upper western shores of Maui. Just south of Sea House Restaurant, with Makai Hale snack bar with daily calling of the sun set which by the way is a view that's worth it for a life time. Wonderful place to see turtles depending on the season. Winter will be more windy so not recommended for snorkeling and alway check daily weather conditions. But for sunsets always recommended as the sunset are always beautiful in Maui and this beach has a beautiful view. read more
After driving/site-seeing around wherever the wind took us, we stumbled upon this beach. Lucky for us, our parking ended up being right in front of the beach access. It's a smaller beach but the water is a beautiful turquoise blue. Our girls, 9 and 11, LOVED that the waves were so strong that body surfing was totally an option, although they spent endless time on their boogie boards. We spent the afternoon there and it was a spectacular, relaxing time. read more
1 year ago
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3 years ago
Great little beach with lots of shady areas we hung out at after having breakfast at the Gazebo. There is a beach path from the resort the restaurant is located at along with showers to wash the sand off afterwards. The waves can be very strong at times and one knocked my 5-yr off off his feet but he had a great time overall. read more
This beach is perfect if you like swimming in the water and/or snorkeling. The reef is not too far out for snorkeling. Also because the reef is not too far out, the waves break further out creating a relaxing floating in the water location. The beach itself is super short, so you won't really be able to "lay out" if that is your thing. Not to mention, if it's high tide, the water washed up on the entire sand. Parking is also not the best. You will need to find parking on the main street and then walk to the beach. If you can get a ride from someone, you're all set! read more
2 years ago
My husband and I went to this beach since it was nearby where we were staying. We went on a Friday afternoon and it was pretty busy but we were able to find a spot to set up. It's a smaller beach, but a beautiful spot. The waves were pretty forceful as the afternoon went on, but we had a blast in the water even though we are the most confident swimmers. The entrance to the beach is in between the resorts. There is limited parking, but we were able to find a spot as someone was leaving. We really enjoyed this beach as our first beach in Maui!(: read more
1 year ago
Napili Beach is located on the Lahaina side of Maui. Parking is free but really hard to find -- I would suggest to arrive early to snag up a parking spot on the dirt road across the street from the strip of resorts. I was told there are multiple ways to gain access to the beach but I found the easiest way may be to walk through one of the resorts. This beach lives up to the what Maui is famous for -- white sand, warm and clear blue waters, and plenty of sunshine. My nieces and I spent a couple hours here after lunch. It's a beautiful beach to visit during the day. I bet it's equally as gorgeous for sunrise or sunset views. Bring your own chairs, umbrella, and towels. The ones on site are for guests staying at the resorts. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
This beach is the best beach for body surfing or boarding and snorkeling. The waves are gentle and it's easy to get in and out of the water with the kids. Lots of sea life can be seen near the reef closest the SeaHouse Restaurant. Convenient street parking. A must visit on your trip to Maui. read more
Napili is a convenient beach especially for those residing in the immediate community. Parking is difficult and almost nonexistent for visitors depending on timing. There's a side street of marked spaces parking adjacent to the Napili Shores condo complex to access the south end. Otherwise you'll find mostly side of the road parking and wander into the multiple resident communities to access the beach on the north side. No snorkeling advice (heard Kapalua is better), but the water is generally calm enough, although with slightly higher wave breaks in the PM in the south part. If you get lucky, you might see turtles near the southern rocks. Multiple shower and foot wash stations are present throughout as well. My only issue is that erosion is real and I've noticed the change. The north side has a large drop off and steepness to the sand that's sad to see. Hopefully Maui is on that issue though. read more
What an amazing beach to soak up the sun! We were here for a few hours in the afternoon and the weather was perfect. **Do need to watch out for the tide that could come very close since the shore is short in most areas. There are also large rocks on the side of the bay that the tide can pull you towards as well. There are limited street parking to the entrance and the walking entrance wasn't hard to find. Recommend bringing snacks and floaties so you can just float and enjoy the mild waves. read more
This beautiful beach has limited parking. We were lucky enough to come late in the day to find parking at the restaurant which was closed. We heard from a local that we could park in a condo/restaurant parking lot. But when we tried, a nosy lady, who said she was staying at a condo told me I couldn't park at the restaurant parking lot(which was closed on that Sunday we chose to park). I didn't argue with her (she had a liter of vodka in hand) and I found street parking afterwards. But would've been nice if I had my original parking space. She was nowhere to be seen after I moved my car, who knows if she was even staying at the condo? I mean, realistically, if the restaurant was closed, I don't see a reason why I shouldn't be able to park there? We went down to the beach and did some snorkeling. Overall, it's a nice beach and you can do some great snorkeling, just be ready to walk! read more
4 years ago
5 years ago
5 years ago
This is a beautiful small beach. The water is clear there's tide pools to look at. The wave was a little strong but it wasn't bad at all. Parking can be hard to find. Luckily we found street parking right in front of the entrance. No public bathroom or showers. read more
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