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Oneloa Beach, aka Makena Beach & Big Beach, Maui, Hawaii

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Maui is the world's top destination for a dreamy wedding in paradise.

How To: How to find the right location for your wedding. One of the first things that comes to mind for many when considering a tropical wedding is the thought of getting married on a romantic beach with palm trees swaying and the sun setting in the background. Although, this is a popular destination wedding dream, there are other interesting and creative sites and facilities from which to choose: a garden, waterfall, chapel, resort, yacht, in the air or underwater.

In selecting your wedding site, you need to consider the region. In helping you choose a location, we will consider the commute between you and your guests' accommodations and the wedding site or facility. The region you select can limit your choice of service providers. Some officiant, ministers, photographers, videographers, and other service providers will not go to all wedding sites. They work only in certain regions.

Climate is another consideration. The different regions of Maui have more rainfall and wind than other areas.

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Romantic Beaches, how to find the right beach on Maui, Hawaii. There are many types of beaches on Maui, but not all are good for a wedding ceremony or vow renewal; that is another way our experience is invaluable. Some beaches tend to attract a rowdy crowd and others tend to be rocky, or have the stinky red seaweed. What was a good beach last week or last year, may not be a good beach now because the beaches shift and change from season to season and not always in a predictable way. Not all beaches have gorgeous sunsets, abundant parking, public restrooms, or are easily accessible for all members of the wedding party.

A beach wedding may not be suitable for your style of wedding. With a beach wedding, you cannot have chairs, arches, and other fixtures. Amplified music and alcohol are not allowed on the beach. You can have a flower circle or heart, but there is a cleanup fee. There are no reservations for the beach. You may not be the only wedding on the beach and there may be others playing on the beach. If you require privacy, you should consider a private location. There is not a back up for rain on a public beach. Very few weddings are actually rained out on Maui. All beaches in Hawaii are public and free.

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Romantic Beaches South ~ Romantic Beaches West ~ Romantic Beaches Central
Romantic Beaches North Shore & East ~ Romantic Beaches Upcountry

Chapels: There are a number of pretty churches on Maui where one may hold a wedding. Usually it is a matter of donating to the church. There is an endless list of specific denomination churches and temples on Maui. We have only listed a few sites that are willing to hold non-denominational wedding ceremonies. Ask your wedding planner about specific denomination wedding ceremonies and locations.

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Wedding Chapels South ~ Wedding Chapels West ~ Wedding Chapels Central
Wedding Chapels North Shore & East ~ Wedding Chapels Upcountry

Gardens: There are several gardens and restaurants ideal for weddings on Maui. Some gardens have waterfalls, bridges, and gazebos. They all involve a fee.

Resort Hotels are another common wedding ceremony or reception location on Maui, Hawaii. Nearly all charge a fee for their grounds usage, even when you are a guest at the resort. You do not have to be a guest at a resort to use the grounds or other facilities for a wedding ceremony. Another consideration, many require you use its bakery and/or its catering staff and will not allow you to bring outside food and beverage to the facility. A resort's wedding cake and catering are much more expensive than ours are.

Resort Condominiums are an alternative, and some do allow guests to use the grounds and facilities without additional charges. Condominium resorts usually do not have a bakery or restaurant and will allow you to order your cake, champagne, and other food service from outside vendors.

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South ~ West ~ Central ~ North Shore & East ~ Upcountry

Private Estates: There are a number of private estates and homes available for weddings on Maui. Some of these have facilities available for the bridal party to dress and prepare for the ceremony.

Jump To: Private Estates South ~ Private Estates West ~ Private Estates Central
Private Estates North Shore & East ~ Private Estates Upcountry

The Unique: If you desire, you can have a creative underwater ceremony with an officiant who is a master diver, or on the water on a yacht. Another unusual location is at the Maui Ocean Center (aquarium). A helicopter could whisk you, your officiant, photographer, and maybe a guest or two off to a remote location. If you have a wild idea give us a call, we will find the right people to fulfill your dream of a wedding in paradise.

Note: Hawaii is in the tropics, and the beauty of the exotic landscape comes from the rain. We cannot control nature. If it does rain, rain on a wedding ceremony is considered a blessing by the Hawaiians.

Often at beach weddings, there are others out enjoying the day. It is a rare occasion that beach goers are not courteous and respectful of a wedding ceremony. Sometimes, people may stop and watch; just consider them your surprise guests wishing you well. Our photographers are good at avoiding having others in your wedding photographs.

The island is divided into regions:
South Side, West Side, North Shore & East, Central, and Upcountry.

The following are just some of the many locations for a wedding or vow renewal on Maui.

All of the listed beaches are sandy (unless otherwise stated) with rock formations and foliage to create beautiful wedding memories and photographs.

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South Maui: This is the area from Ma'alaea Bay and Kihei to Wailea and Makena. The south side is considered the desert side of the island and is more arid. There is less rainfall on this side of the island.

    Beaches ~ No fee

Ahihi Kina'u Natural Reserve (La Perouse Bay) ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii Ahihi Kina'u is at the end of the Makena Road. It is a very rocky area formed by Haleakala's last eruption over 200 years ago. Because of the rough terrain, we recommend it for small wedding parties who are very agile. There is ample parking, but no public restrooms.

Keawakapu Beach ~ Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
Keawakapu is a sandy beach in front of mostly private homes on the south end and three resorts on the north end. Mana Kai Resort, Kihei Surfside, Hale Hui Kai, and the Best Western. It is on the south end of Kihei Road. This wedding site is good for moderate size wedding parties. It has a large parking lot, but the public restrooms are at a nearby restaurant.

Makena Surf North & South ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
This beach is also called Heart Rock Beach because of the rocks that come ashore which seem to be shaped like hearts. It is busy during the day, but quiet around sunset.

  • South Makena Surf is best during low tides.The south beach is only for small weddings of no more than a dozen including service providers. It has limited parking and no public restrooms.
  • North Makena Surf is great anytime and is good for any size wedding party. However the parking is limited and there are no public restrooms.

Malu'aka Beach, North ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
This lovely beach is north of the Maui Prince Resort. It is a lovely wedding ceremony location for any time of the day. This wedding site is good for moderate size wedding parties. It has limited parking, and public restrooms. It is a short walk to the beach from the parking lot.

Malu'aka Beach, South ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
At South Malu'aka beach you have several choices of lovely back drops for a sunset wedding, including an old Kukui nut tree. It is located at the south end of the Maui Prince Resort. However, there is construction underway in front of the park and beach. We will verify construction status for the date of your wedding. This wedding site is good for moderate size wedding parties. It has a large parking lot, and public restrooms.

Oneloa Beach & Pu'u Ola'i Beach (Big Beach & Little Beach) ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
Oneloa (Big Beach) and Pu'u Ola'i (Little Beach) are sandy beaches connected by a lava flow from a 1790 eruption. It is a few miles south of the last Wailea & Makena resorts. Oneloa is suitable for small to large wedding parties in the early morning. You do need to know that Pu'u Ola'i is known as a clothing optional beach. We do not recommend Pu'u Ola'i for weddings. There is a bit of a climb to get to Pu'u Ola'i. These wedding sites have a large parking lot, but it fills up quickly some times. There are only porta-potty restrooms. (Our logo image is the south end of Oneloa beach.)

Pa'ako Beach (Makena Cove, aka "Secret Cove") ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
This beach can be very busy during the day. This wedding site is only for small weddings of no more than a dozen including service providers. It has limited parking and no public restrooms.

Pa'ipu Beach ~ Maui, Hawaii
Pa'ipu Beach is next to Po'olenalena Beach and shares the parking lot which is a well packed dirt-sand lot. This wedding site does take some agility to get to and not all officiants and entertainers can do it. This beach is a gorgeous stretch of yellow-sand and may offer some privacy. Due to the path being just a bit rocky and not obvious to find unless you know it, this site is rarely busy. If it is busy, we can move to Po'olenalena. It is large enough for moderate size wedding parties. There are porta-potty restrooms.

Palauea Beach ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
A wonderful little beach for small wedding parties. It is also known as White Rock and is off of Makena Road south of Polo Beach. There is not a paved path so it is best to save your high heels for the restaurant. Parking is along side of the road and there are no public restrooms.

Po'olenalena Beach ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
This sandy beach is good for wedding ceremonies during low tide. It shares its parking lot with Pa'ipu Beach. This wedding site is good for small to moderate size wedding parties. It has a large dirt parking lot, and porta-potty restroom.

Polo Beach ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Polo Beach is in front of the Fairmont Kea Lani Resort. This wedding site is only for small weddings of no more than a dozen including service providers. It has a large parking lot and public restrooms.

Ulua Beach Park ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Ulua beach is in front of the Wailea Elua Condominiums and Wailea Beach Villas. It is a beautiful beach, especially for sunset and early morning wedding ceremonies. However, the former Marriott Renaissance will be undergoing construction soon. We will verify construction status for the date of your wedding. This wedding site is only for small weddings of no more than a dozen including service providers. It has two parking lots that can become very busy and public restrooms.

Wailea Beach ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
This wedding site is between the Four Seasons Resort & Spa and the Grand Wailea Resort. The beach is very busy during the day, but quieter around sunset. This wedding site is good for moderate size wedding parties. It has a small parking lot, and public restrooms.

    More Free Sites ~ No fee

Charley Young Beach Park ~ Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
Charley Young Beach Park offers a grassy knoll overlooking the ocean. This small intimate area adjoins Kamaole I (beach) Park in Kihei. We do not recommend this location for weddings, there are more suitable parks in the area. It has a small parking lot.

Kalepolepo Beach Park ~ Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
This little beach is next to the Maui Sunset Condominiums in north Kihei. It is a very small beach, but has a nice grassy area that is rarely busy. It is good for moderate size wedding parties. There is a small parking lot and public restrooms.

Malu'aka Garden ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
At the south end of Malu'aka beach is a grassy knoll over looking the ocean. This small park offers the opportunity for a wedding under an old Banyan tree and photographs on the beach. It is located at the south end of the Maui Prince Resort. However, there is construction underway in front of the park and beach. We will verify construction status for the date of your wedding. This wedding site is good for moderate size wedding parties. It has a large parking lot, and public restrooms.

Polo Beach Park ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Polo Beach Park is in front of the Fairmont Kea Lani Resort. This beach park also has a great little grassy picnic area that has an overlook that is nice for a very small party. It has a large parking lot and public restrooms.

Wailea Lawn ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Adjacent to Wailea beach is a grassy lawn area that rises to a hill overlooking the ocean and Wailea Beach surrounded by tall Palm trees. This wedding site is good for small to moderate size wedding parties. Local residents do like to claim the knoll for themselves. We may have to move down the way a bit. If not occupied, it is a nice place for a wedding. It has a small parking lot, and public restrooms.

Wailea Point ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Above Wailea Beach is a small intimate grassy overlook. It has a view of Wailea Beach. It is a short walk from the Wailea Lawn along the path in front of the Four Seasons Maui Resort and Spa. This wedding site is only big enough for the bride and groom, a couple of guests and a few service providers. It has a small parking lot, and public restrooms.

    Restaurants, Gardens & Other Facilities ~ Fees may apply

Five Palms Restaurant ~ Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
The Five Palms Restaurant is oceanfront next to Keawakapu Beach. It is great for a ceremony that will have a reception or for the couple who want to be on a beautifully manicured lawn. If you and your wedding party are dining at the restaurant, there are no fees for using its grounds. If you are not dining at the restaurant, fees apply. This restaurant is good for a small to moderate size wedding party. There is ample parking. We can bring in a cake. If you want a champagne toast, it will be ordered from the restaurant. www.FivePalmsRestaurant.com

Maui Tropical Plantation ~ Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii
Maui Tropical Plantation is a working farm, but you would never know it. There is a market, restaurant, and gorgeous gardens. It has a gazebo that overlooks a lake and can hold about 60 people. We can install a tent for shade and larger weddings. It is best for morning ceremonies. Being in the Iao Valley, it has light to medium cloud cover in the afternoon, especially in the fall to spring. It has an area that can be rain safe just in case. This wedding facility is great for any size wedding with ample parking and restrooms. There are fees for the use of the site, depending on the size of the wedding party and the number of chairs used. We can bring in a cake. If you want a champagne toast, it will be ordered from the restaurant.

Sea Watch Restaurant & Molokini Lookout ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
The Sea Watch Restaurant is on Wailea's Gold & Emerald Course Golf Clubs. There are several grassy knolls to choose from or choose the the lookout. It has lush green rolling hills, beautiful ocean views, a waterfall, a pond, and lovely tropical foliage. This is a great wedding site for wedding parties over twenty in number, especially those wishing to have the ceremony and reception in the same locale. There are areas to move to in the event of rain. There is ample parking and restrooms. There are fees for the use of the site, depending on the size of the wedding party. We can bring in a cake. www.SeaWatchRestaurant.com

Wailea Ocean View Weddings & Receptions ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
The Wedding Knoll at the Wailea Ocean View is actually the Seawatch Restaurant and grounds. See above description.

Wailea Vista Gazebo ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
This wedding site is at the Diamond Resort. It has great views and a back up location in case of rain. Fifty white lawn chairs are included in the base fee. We can have an outside cake and catering, but the beverages need to come from the resort's bar. There is plenty of parking and restrooms.

    Churches & Wedding Chapels ~ Fees may apply

Keawala'i Congregational Church ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
Built around 1845 from white coral and lava rock this is still an active church with services each Sunday in the Hawaiian language. It is on the ocean and has a sandy cove. The church is surrounded by Ti plants which the Hawaiians believe keep out evil. Forbes magazine liste this church amongs one of the 10 greatest places to get married. This church is a available for non-denominational weddings. This wedding site holds 120 persons. 5300 Makena Road. Parking - public restrooms? Fees$? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Keolahou Congregational Hawaiian Church ~ Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
This is another active church available for non-denominational weddings. 177 S Kihei Rd. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Wailea Seaside Chapel ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii ~ non-denominational
This wedding chapel is a part of the Grand Wailea Resort & Spa. The chapel overlooks the ocean and has air conditioning. The chapel's bells will ring to announce your wedding. There is a nearby gazebo also available. There is ample parking and restrooms. Wedding party size? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

    Private Estates ~ Fees may apply

Old Makena Estate ~ Makena, Maui, Hawaii
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Honua Kai Lani Estate ~ Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
This wonderful estate is oceanfront. It has large sloping lawns. The house is available for the bridal party dress. This estate can handle wedding parties up to 500. Parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Kailani Harbor Estate ~ Ma'alaea Bay, Maui, Hawaii
This private home is best for moderate size weddings. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

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West: This is the area around Lahaina and Ka'anapali to Kapalua. Lahaina to Ka'anapali has weather much like the south side. North of Ka'anapali can have a few more afternoon showers, but drier than other areas of the island.

    Beaches ~ No fee

Kapalua Bay ~ Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
Is a great snorkeling beach, but early morning or sunset leaves the beach fairly open for weddings. It is a gorgeous bay with the black lava rock and the reef the water has amazing color. There are palm trees and tropical plants. This wedding site is good for a small to moderate size wedding party, there is a small parking lot with additional street parking. There are public restrooms. As of January 2008, there is construction in the area.

Mokuleia Beach ~ Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
This is a nice beach with a nice lava rock backdrop. This wedding site is good for mid-day weddings with the adventurous couple for a more casual wedding party. The lighting can be a bit difficult. There is a long set of concrete stairs and then a tricky area to the beach, easy for the agile; impossible for heels. The north end is often overcast and rainy in the afternoon. This wedding site is good for a small wedding party, there are a few parking stalls along the highway.

Napili Bay ~ Maui, Hawaii
This is a wonderful beach with palm trees, and tropical plants. This location has a little sandy reef that allows for a very small intimate wedding on a lava rock point. It can be busy during the day, but usually quiets for a sunset wedding. This location is best for small wedding parties. There is street parking, but no public restrooms.

Baby Beach ~ Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
Tucked away in a small oceanside neighborhood, this convenient little beach is named for its gentle surf. It is a sand and pebble beach. There are palm trees and tropical plants. You may get a sailboat or cruise ship in the background, a good location for couples coming from a cruise ship. There is limited street parking and no public restrooms.

Ka'anapali Beach at Black Rock ~ Ka'anapali, Maui, Hawaii
This is a busy day time beach for swimming and snorkeling, yet quiets for a sunset wedding. The Hawaiians say the spirits of warriors left earth to meet their ancestors by leaping Black Rock. There is a nightly ritual honoring this belief. This wedding site is good for a moderate size wedding party. Ka'anapali Beach south of Black Rock is usually too busy with vacationers. There is limited free parking, but additional pay park. Ther are restrooms in the nearby resorts.

DT Flemming Beach ~ Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
This beach is next to the Ritz Carlton Resort & Spa. It is busy during the day, but quiets for sunset. Yet, the sunset is not seen at this location because of its geography. There is quite a bit of Kiawe debris. It is best in the early morning or late afternoon. This wedding site is good for a moderate size wedding party. There is ample parking and public restrooms.

Oneloa Bay (aka Ironwoods Beach) ~ Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
This beach faces northeast and does not have a sunset. You reach the beach by several sets of steps and it has steep slopes; high heels are discouraged. As of January 2008, the path is very eroded and can be slippery, it should be for the very agile. This wedding site is only for moderate sized weddings parties, but there is limited parking and no public restrooms.

Kahekili Beach (aka Old Airport Beach) ~ Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
The beach in this park is usually busy during the day, but quiets for sunset. There are palm trees and tropical plants. This wedding site is good for a moderate size wedding party. There is ample parking and public restrooms.

    More Free Sites ~ No fee

Kahekili Beach Grassy Overlook (aka Old Airport Beach) ~ Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
Overlooking the beautiful Kahekili beach is a grassy area. The beach in this park is usually busy during the day, but quiets for sunset. There are palm trees and tropical plants. This wedding site is good for a moderate size wedding party. There is ample parking and public restrooms.

    Restaurants, Gardens & Other Facilities ~ Fees may apply

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Kaanapali Oceanfront Wedding and Reception Location This is a nice location if you do not really want to be in the sand or you prefer a little more privacy than a beach would offer. There is a beautiful beach just behind the hedge so you can still have some beach photos if you wish. It has great scenery and a garden for photos as well. A flowered wedding arch is also available for this location! This location is only available for small weddings and unlike beach locations you are able to have chairs. Rate: $520.83 As you can see there are a lot of photo oportunities at this location. This is the perfect place any time of day. If you want to plan a Luau for your reception you can use this location at 3:00 or 3:30 and it works out perfect! We go out to the beach for a few shots but not until it is later about 4:45.

Ka'anapali Shores Wedding Site ~ Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
This wedding site is a part of the Aston Ka'anapali Shores Resort and is a garden with a waterfall, bridge, and a small Gazebo. After the ceremony, we can go to the ocean for photographs. This is best for small weddings. There is plenty of parking and restrooms in the resort. Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Ka'anapali Beach Cabana ~ Ka'anapali, Maui, Hawaii
This wedding site is a part of the Maui Eldorado Condominium Resort. It is a great wedding site if you are a guest at the resort. They require a three night minimum stay. The cabana and terrace is large and can handle a wedding party up to 50. The cabana has a built in bar. We can have outside vendors for a reception, cake, and champagne. There is plenty of parking and restrooms.

Mauian Wedding Site ~ Napili, Maui, Hawaii
This wedding site is part of the Mauian Hotel, a quaint little studio condominium style hotel that sits in front of Napili Bay. It has nice grassy grounds you can use after your wedding on the adjoining beach. If you and your wedding party occupy five rooms, you can use the grounds for no additional charge. We can bring in our own cake, champagne, and catering. This wedding site is best for a party of no more than 20. There is parking and resort restrooms. www.Mauian.com

    Churches & Wedding Chapels ~ Fees may apply

All Catholic weddings must be conducted inside the church. There are additional requirements. Ask your wedding planner about a Catholic ceremony.

Ka'anapali Congregational Church ~ Ka'anapali, Maui, Hawaii
The church overlooks Honkokai Beach. This wedding site is good for a small wedding. Parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

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This Catholic church is available for non-denominational weddings Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 2 PM, except during lent. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Kumulani Chapel ~ Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
This little chapel is located at the Ritz Carlton Resort & Spa. It sits next to the golf course and is close to the cliffs overlooking the ocean. There is also a gazebo that you can use for photographs. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Holy Innocents Episcopal Church ~ Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
This little church is available for non-denominational weddings. There is a beautiful lawn next to the ocean. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Lahuiokalani Chapel ~ Honokowai, Maui, Hawaii
This non-denominational church is in Honokowai above Ka'anapali Beach. After your wedding ceremony, we can cross the street for sunset photographs on the beach. The chapel bells will ring after you recite your vows. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

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Ka'anapali Ocean Chapel Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

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Lahaina Methodist Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

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West Maui Chapel A Hawaiian style located on the slopes of the West Maui Mountains with a panoramic views of the Ka'anapali coastline. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

    Private Estates ~ Fees may apply

Olowalu Plantation Estate ~ Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
This popular ocean front wedding site is located between Ma'alaea Bay and Lahaina. There is a grassy area fronting the ocean. If rain threatens, we can erect a tent. It includes a concrete dance floor. The fees include the main part of the house and a bedroom for the bride to use for dressing. It is good for wedding parties from 25 to 300. There is ample parking and restrooms. The fees vary according to wedding size. We can bring in our own cake, champagne, and catering. This location must be booked well in advance. Sometimes as much as 12 to 18 months.

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North Shore & East: This is the area from Pa'ia and Ku'au to Hana. There is more rain on this side of the island.

    Beaches ~ No fee

Ku'au Beach ~ Ku'au, Pa'ia, Maui, Hawaii
This beach is in front of Mama's Fish House Retaurant in Pa'ia. It is a beautiful sandy beach. It is good for a small wedding of around a dozen. There is limited parking, but no public restrooms.

Baldwin Beach Park ~ Pa'ia, Maui, Hawaii
If you really want a beach wedding on the North Shore, this site is acceptable. It is a busy park often used by the locals. This site is acceptable for a small to large wedding parties. There is a large parking lot and public restooms.

Also see Kanaha Beach Park in Central and Mokolea Point at Ho'okipa Beach in North Shore.

    More Free Sites ~ No fee

There are many waterfalls on this side of the island. Free is a bit of a misnomer, it can be expensive to get to them, and there may be precarious trails to climb. Most waterfall weddings are held in the fee paid gardens or are reached by helicopter.

Mokolea Point at Ho'okipa Beach ~ Ku'au, Maui, Hawaii
The lava flow forming Mokolea Point runs far into the ocean creating an exotic scene. However, it is a tricky hike and it often has strong winds (that is why it is famous for wind surfing). This site is only for the small adventurous wedding party, insisting on the North Shore. A full-length wedding gown or veil is not appropriate for this location. Hana Highway, almost to mile marker #9. There is plenty of parking and public restooms at Ho'okipa Beach Park.

    Restaurants, Gardens & Other Facilities ~ Fees may apply

Mama's Fish House, Restaurant & Inn ~ Pa'ia, Maui, Hawaii
This world renowned restaurant in the Ku'au neighborhood, fronts a small sandy beach with a grassy coconut grove. This wedding site is great if you are planning a reception dinner at the restaurant following the ceremony. The restaurant has valet parking and restrooms in the restaurant. 799 Poho Place. Wedding party size - Fees? Cake, Champagne?

Keali'i Nui Botanical Gardens (aka North Shore Cliffside) ~ Haiku, Maui, Hawaii
The name says it all in Hawaiian, The Royal Best. This is an 11-acre oceanfront garden off the infamous Hana Highway. It was once the site of an ancient Hawaiian royal village. A lush tropical garden, the land itself manifests the ancient spirit of aloha to bless your wedding, reception, or any special event. There is the ocean or waterfall for a ceremony backdrop. Proceeds from garden fees go to fund the mission and preservation of the garden. The tent area will accommodate 80 people, and the lawn area will hold more. There are also cottages available for an over night stay. Parking - restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?
www.MauiEstate.com

Garden of Eden ~ Haiku, Maui, Hawaii
This amazing 26 acre garden sitting high above the ocean is on the infamous Hana Highway, between Kailua and Keanae (mile marker 10.5 on Highway 360) 26 miles from Kahului. There are many backdrops from which to choose your unique wedding spot, the gazebo, Puohokamoa Waterfall, Keopuka Rock (as seen in the movie Jurasic Park), rain forest, flowers, ponds, and of course, the ocean, the list goes on. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

    Churches & Wedding Chapels ~ Fees may apply

Holy Rosary Catholic Church ~ Pa'ia, Maui, Hawaii
This Catholic church is available for non-denominational weddings. This stone church was built in 1916. It is listed in the National Registry of Historic Churches. 954 Baldwin Ave. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

    Private Estates ~ Fees may apply

Pua Le'a & Co ~ Haiku, Maui, Hawaii
This wedding site is on the ruins of an old sugar mill established in 1857. Do not let the word ruins discourage you. This location was featured in the 2003 Summer Edition of Pacific Rim Weddings. There is a lush tropical and an old restored house that is available to the bride for a dressing room, or you can rent it for a honeymoon suite. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne

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Central: This is the area around Wailuku and Kahului.

    Beaches ~ No fee

Kanaha Beach Park ~ Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
Yes, this is a windsurfing beach, but is used for weddings. There are several choices of suitable sites for a wedding ceremony. It is next to the Kahului Airport, there is a chance a jet may take-off in the middle of your ceremony. This site is good for a small to moderate size wedding parties. There is a large parking lot and public restooms.

Additionally, with appropriate permists, an area of the park can be rented for a traditional luau reception. If you choose to do a reception at the park, a minimum of 90 days is required to apply for and receive a permit from the county. The fee is $500.

    More Free Sites ~ No fee

We have no recommendations at this time.

    Restaurants, Gardens & Other Facilities ~ Fees may apply

Kepaniwai Park and Heritage Gardens ~ Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii
This beautiful county park and garden in the center of Iao Valley was built in 1952 as a commemorative to Hawaii's ethnic diversity. There are Portuguese, Japanese, Caucasian, and Filipino Gardens and structures. The Iao Steam runs through the center of the garden. There is a variety of backdrops from which you can choose for your wedding. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

Tropical Gardens of Maui ~ Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii
This is a small commercial plant nursery and garden with a beautiful site for small weddings is located in Iao Valley. There is not an area for receptions. It is a good wedding site for small to moderate size groups. Parking - public restrooms? Fees? Champagne? Tropical Gardens of Maui

Maui Tropical Plantation ~ Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii
Maui Tropical Plantation is a working farm, but you would never know it. There is a market, restaurant, and gorgeous gardens. It has a gazebo that overlooks a lake and can hold about 60 people. We can install a tent for shade and larger weddings. It has an area that can be rain safe just in case. This wedding facility is great for any size wedding with ample parking and public restrooms. Fees $? Food, Cake, Champagne?

    Churches & Wedding Chapels ~ Fees may apply

We have no recommendations for non-denominational wedding sites at this time.

    Private Estates ~ Fees may apply

We have no recommendations at this time.

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Upcountry: This is the area around Makawao and Kula, the foothills of Haleakula Volcano. This area is a little cooler and much rainier than the South and West sides.

    Beaches ~ This area is up and away from the coastline. There are no beaches up here.

    More Free Sites ~ No fee

We have no recommendations at this time.

    Restaurants, Gardens & Other Facilities ~ Fees may apply

Kula Botanical Gardens ~ Kula, Maui, Hawaii
This small botanical garden is on the slopes of Haleakula. There are nearly 2,000 varieties of plants, many of which are indigenous to Hawaii. There is a small stream through the center of the garden, over which is a bridge, a beautiful spot for a small ceremony, or there is an intricately detailed gazebo. The grassy lawn can hold a larger group. The garden has received awards and been featured in National Geographic. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

    Churches & Wedding Chapels ~ Fees may apply

All Catholic weddings must be conducted inside the church. There are additional requirements. Ask your wedding planner about a Catholic ceremony.

Holy Ghost Mission ~ Waiakoa, Kula, Maui, Hawaii
This historical octagon shaped Catholic church built in 1894 by Portuguese immigrants is open to non-denominational wedding ceremonies. This building is listed in the National Registry of Historic Churches. Lower Kula Rd. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

St Johns Episcopal Church ~ Keokea, Kula, Maui, Hawaii
This church was founded in 1900 by Chinese immigrants and the present structure was finished in 1907. It has beautiful grounds and plenty of opportunities for beautiful photographs. There is a small house on the grounds the bridal party may use for dressing. 212 Kula Highway. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

    Private Estates ~ Fees may apply

Barefoot Estate ~ Maui, Hawaii
This magnificent home is available for vacation rentals and small weddings. It sits on the slope of Haleakala and features panoramic views of the island. There is a saline lap pool and ultra-violet Jacuzzi in addition to a spa where massages and other treatments are available. The home boasts koa features throughout and a gourmet kitchen. Up to fourteen guests may stay at the home and weddings of up to 25 are permitted at this ideal wedding location. Please contact us for pricing. Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne? ...............

The Sugar Cane Estate ~ Maui, Hawaii
The Sugar Cane Estate provides a sumptuous, secluded Maui location for you and your guests. At an elevation of 1000 feet, there is a breathtaking view over the waving fields of sugar cane, down to the sparkling ocean and the majestic mountains beyond. This is the kind of view that makes Maui magical. The estate itself is 5 acres of lush lawn, stately old trees and tropical gardens. Plumeria, lilies, orchids and ginger are just some of the flowers that scent the air and punctuate the verdant green with vivid color. The estate is a photographer's dream. The house features koa wood floors in the main section. There is a spacious dining room with picture windows and a fireplace. Adjacent to that is a screened porch area. This is one of the few private sites on Maui that offers an indoor area for you to use. The Sugar Cane Estate is an excellent Maui wedding site choice, whether your wedding is an intimate affair or a grand soiree. Perefect for your Hawaii Wedding Reception too! there cake, etc only Hailimaile general store Wedding party size - parking - public restrooms? Fees? Food, Cake, Champagne?

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The Unique:

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Sugar Cane Train Ka'anapali's famous Sugar Cane Train created a custom, private rail car just for wedding ceremonies. Called the "Aloha Coach," this rail car is reminiscent of the private cars in the days when rail was the only way to travel in style. In addition to air-conditioning and tinted windows, the Aloha Coach boasts an open-air veranda for scenic viewing. This car stands out from the train's other rail cars in that it is painted sunny yellow, encircled by a bright red hibiscus flower lei. The combination of the newly-designed wedding gazebo set amidst a tropical flower garden at the railroad's quaint Ka'anapali station with the private coach will bring a feeling of nostalgia to wedding ceremonies and receptions arranged at the Sugar Cane Train. T: 800.499.2307

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