Locals and tourists come here, I'm sure. Plenty of vacation rentals around the Napili area of Maui and Kapalua to the north to justify building a small shopping center here. Just saying.
I noticed this shopping mall in the heart of Napili while out driving around Maui's west side, playing Pokémon Go, and just having fun on a recent trip in January 2017. A little surprised when there is no reviews posted for this shopping center here on yelp, so I'll be the first to review. The Napili shopping strip mall is quite cute and very small. I thought that this place was rather just a small shopping mecca for those who travel in between Kapalua and Kaanapali. Most of these merchants here cater to the locals who live among the tourist hub of west Maui. I am sure that plenty of business comes from the tourists themselves, who want to support local businesses and to get away from high resort prices. I know I would have, if I were to be vacationing in Maui. The overall experience here at the shopping center in Napili was quite interesting and average, especially because they have a market that kind of resembles Whole Foods, but it's not. It's like a mixture of a farmers market with a supermarket type of flair. Quite nice though.
The Napili Plaza shopping center is located at 4444 Honoanapilani Highway in Napili. You go past Kaanapali and Kahana but before you hit Kapalua. This is a quaint place that you don't look for unless you need something here. My favorite merchant here so far is the Mama's barbecue restaurant, which I am bookmarking for another time and trip to Maui. Most, if not all, businesses here that reside at this enclave are mindful of the tranquility that this part of west Maui provides. It's your average neighborhood shopping center, but you are on the stunning edge of awesome at this part of the island. Kapalua to the north (west) and Kaanapali to the south (east). Doesn't get any better than that! Can you say prime real estate? For the most part though, I did enjoy my time here at the Napili Plaza shopping center, took a few photos, and did some shopping here while checking out the scene. Pretty sure that most, if not all, merchants and businesses accept major credit cards here, so that's always a good thing. I did see that bar and restaurant on the corner though. Seems like a rocking spot and something to do in the evenings and on weekends. To be sure though, might need to stop by on my next foray to Maui.
The parking situation is quite optimal and you can surely get some good parking options within the complex itself. Many of the ground level businesses are pretty much food oriented businesses. Selling food, food products, etc. I haven't went upstairs to check out what other businesses may be lurking up there, but I can suspect that they are offices that are professional service oriented (i.e. Real estate services and certified public accountants, etc) Some would say that this place is typical and average, but for me, you could find hidden gems when you least expect it. While the Napili Plaza shopping center is small and modest, it is in step with the community and its the pride and joy of Napili. If you are heading to Kapalua and need to stop off to get some supplies and lunch/dinner, come to this shopping center, which is right off Highway 30 on Maui's west end. You will find decent deals here, which is great when you want to get away from the higher inflated prices of the hotel's and resorts around west Maui. Whatever you are here in Maui, you may need to stop by here for a good time. And shop too.
4.0 stars. Get your drink on or grind on. All good really!
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