Marriott International Signs Agreement to Bring St. Regis Hotels & Resorts to Kapalua Bay, Hawaii | News
Marriott International, Inc. today announced that it has signed an agreement with Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Partners (“KWHP”) to bring The Resort at Kapalua Bay, a luxury oceanfront resort located on the northwest coast of Maui, into the company’s industry-leading luxury portfolio.
In partnership with KWHP, Marriott has assumed leadership of the hotel operations and continues to welcome guests to the remarkable resort as it undergoes renovations. Following the completion of a renovation, the property will become part of the iconic St. Regis Hotels & Resorts portfolio in 2027.
The Resort at Kapalua Bay sits on approximately 25 acres of pristine ocean and is within the larger Kapalua Resort community. It features 146 expansive multi-bedroom residences with ocean views that offer privacy, space and living comfort, combined with tailor-made hospitality services.
“We are proud to partner with Kemmons Wilson on the evolution of this exceptional resort,” said Dana Jacobsohn, Chief Development Officer of Marriott International, Global Mixed Use and Luxury, North America. “Kapalua Bay is one of the most iconic vacation destinations in the world, and this agreement reflects our continued momentum in growing a best-in-class luxury resort portfolio that resonates with today’s discerning luxury traveler.”
“KWHP is excited to soon welcome St. Regis to Kapalua Bay. Since we first invested in this extraordinary resort, our vision has been to continually improve the quality, service and care that define the guest experience here,” said Webb Wilson, CIO at KWHP. “We believe this next chapter of the resort powerfully reinforces that commitment. Our mission – that everyone deserves hospitality – will continue to guide us as Kapalua Bay enters this exciting new era.”
“White Label Asset Management is proud to lead the repositioning of The Resort at Kapalua Bay as it soon joins the St. Regis brand. This is one of the truly great resorts in the world, with an iconic setting, extraordinary grounds and some of the most spacious accommodations in luxury hospitality,” said Jonathon Vopinek, CEO and President of White Label Asset Management. “We look forward to this exciting new chapter and to delivering an exceptional luxury resort experience for locals and travelers alike.”
At The Resort at Kapalua Bay, guests can enjoy a variety of incredible amenities, including:
Expansive residential-style accommodations overlooking tropical gardens and the Pacific Ocean, ranging from 1,700 sqm to over 4,050 sqm.
Access to championship level golf and tennis courts
A 40,000 m² spa with 19 treatment rooms and wellness facilities overlooking the ocean
3,000 m² of indoor meeting space and 30,000 m² of outdoor event space
Direct access to Kapalua Bay beach
Several extraordinary outdoor pools, including a multi-level lagoon pool
This agreement expands Marriott’s offering in Hawaii, with approximately 30 properties open and six in the pipeline.
