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Golf and Spa at the
Westin Maui in Hawaii

John C. Jones
Travel/Food Writer

This “resort to remember” is located on 12 oceanfront acres of Kaanapali Beach. The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is nestled between the shimmering Pacific Ocean and verdant West Maui Mountains.  Each of the comfortable 758 guest rooms and suites feature Westin’s signature Heavenly Baths™  and Heavenly Beds™.  Highlights of the tropical resort are a magnificent aquatic playground with five pools and a 128-ft. waterslide, a $5 million luxury spa, lush gardens, meandering streams, breathtaking waterfalls, exotic wildlife and award-winning dining. With its world-class resort and genuine aloha service, The Westin Maui prides itself on being the place “Where Heaven and Aloha Meet™.”  For more information.

 

The Spa at The Westin Maui has become the second spa in the world to achieve certification in The International Standards of SpaExcellence SM2005 from SpaQuality LLC.  The Westin Maui is located 27 miles from Kahului Airport on beautiful Ka'anapali Beach.  Situated in the center of Ka'anapali, guests will find that they are a few steps away from local shopping and restaurants, and only 3 miles from the town of Lahaina.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Spa at The Westin Maui opened after a $5 million renovation in the summer of 2004.  The 15,000 square foot luxury spa features 16 treatment rooms, opulent men and women's changing rooms with steam rooms, whirlpools and saunas, relaxing ocean view loung, signature products and treatments featuring Maui Lavender and Island-grown essences; trademark "Westin Workout" facility with state-of-the-art equipment; open-air yoga and fitness studio, full service salon,  poolside spa cabanas and tropical outdoor massage cabanas.

 

 

Heaven and Aloha meet again at the Spa at The Westin Maui where is offered the ultimate in personalized massage, skincare, salon and body therapies. Whether you enjoy our signature Heavenly Spa treatments or just want to unwind in the effervescent waters of the hydrotherapy tub and whirlpools, stimulate all your senses with our extraordinary surroundings.

 

THE SPA FEATURES:

 

 16 treatment rooms: 11 massage rooms (including two couple massage rooms)

3 facial rooms

3 hydrotherapy rooms 

Vichy showers

Expansive men and women's locker rooms, each with their own whirlpools, steam room and saunas

Ka'anapali's only ocean view relaxation lounge

Full service salon offering hair services, manicures, pedicures, hair braiding, make-up and bridal party preparation.

Specialized treatments incorporating island fragrances, including Maui grown Lavender.

Pikake Room

 

For more information

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Golf 

See my previous article on my golfing experience.  The Westin Maui looks towards the mountains across Kaanapali Golf courses home to the Resort South Golf course, and the Tournament North Course.   The spectacular 6,994-yard, 18-hole Tournament North Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and has long been considered one of Maui's best. Its sister, the 6,555-yard, 18-hole Resort South Course was named one of North America's top 'Women Friendly' courses in 1997

by Golf For Women magazine. 

 

Other  Activities
From scuba diving to golf to sailing off Ka'anapali's beautiful coastline, there's no shortage of activities at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa. The Westin Maui Resort & Spa offers a diverse array of activities and events to keep children of all ages entertained.  The Westin Maui is home to an astonishing range of diversions, both relaxing and invigorating. At the heart of the resort lies an 87,000 sq. ft. aquatic playground. Relax in one of the five free-form swimming pools, unwind in a secluded Jacuzzi, seek solace in the adult-only pool, or take a thrilling trip down a waterslide with 270-degree turns and a dramatic 23-ft.drop.  Steps away, the soft sands of Kaanapali Beach beckon - where you'll enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, beach volleyball, windsurfing, and chartered catamaran adventures. Two championship golf courses and an 11-court tennis center are just a short walk away. The fully equipped fitness room offers inspirational views of Kaanapali Beach.

 

Dining

Drawing from Maui's abundant natural bounty and multi-cultural heritage, our restaurants offer a variety of distinctive menus featuring the freshest local ingredients. From traditional island favorites to gourmet delights, you'll enjoy a diverse range of flavors served in dramatic venues - including oceanfront settings perfect for catching a brilliant Maui sunset.

 

It is true – the kids eat free! An extra special value that allows the whole family to enjoy our "Flavors of Hawaii". A child, age 12 and under, may eat free at OnO Bar & Grill  only, when they are accompanied by at least one adult who purchases an entree selection or buffet (1 child free/1 paying adult).   Happy Traveling

 

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