Napili

Napili is a beach town on the island of Maui. The crescent shaped Napili Bay beach offers calm waters protected by an offshore reef.

• The Gazebo Restaurant, (N of Kahana, inside a holiday resort that looks like apartments), ☎ +1 808 669-5621. Gorgeous open beach view.Food and service are good. Ideal space to have Sunday brunch (menu sort of limited to American staples but the Denver Omelettes etc. are favorites here). $7-15.

• The Mauian, 5441 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, (toll free: +1 800-367-5034), www.mauian.com. 44 newly renovated rooms right on the warm sands of Napili Bay. Fully equipped kitchen in most rooms, private lanai, Tempur-Pedic king bed. Pool, shuffle board and daily continental breakfast. Hotel provides chairs, umbrellas and towels for the beach. $155+.

• Maui Vacation Rentals on the West Side, 5095 Napilihau St #201, (toll free: +1 888-665-1315, rod@quamproperties.com, fax: +1 808-665-1319), www.quamproperties.com. A family owned and operated management company with over 25 years experience in Hawaii. Services include Luxury Vacation Rentals and Concierge Service, Property Management, Association and Project Management, Long Term Rentals, and Real Estate Sales. $150+ per night sleeps four or more.

• Kaanapali is on the leeward side of Maui. Most of the major hotel resorts are located here. Lahaina town is close by. If you only get one shot at Maui, you probably want to stay in this area. • Marc M.
• I think Kaanapali is the best beach in not only Maui but all of Hawaii. Based on shear beauty you can find better but Kaanapali is my perfect mix of sun, beach, snorkel, and nightlife. There are a number of hotels on the beach; you can't really go wrong with any of them on the beach but I always … • Rich D.
• Stay at the Kaanapali Beach Hotel! • Nicole H.