Maui is often regarded as one of the most romantic places in the world. From its breathtaking sunsets to its pristine beaches and lush valleys, this Hawaiian island offers countless options for couples seeking a magical destination wedding. Maui has something for everyone. Here are 14 stunning Maui wedding venues to say “I Do.” These videos will give you an idea of what it would be like to have your wedding day at any of these Maui wedding venues.

1. The Olowalu Plantation House Maui Estate Wedding Venue

As a Maui wedding videographer this is my personal favorite venue! Because of its clear weather, convenience of a private estate and beautiful sunsets out on the pier. Perfect for droning! 🙂 The Olowalu Plantation House is an exquisite venue nestled in the heart of West Maui. This charming, historic estate offers a blend of rustic elegance and lush tropical beauty, making it perfect for couples seeking a private, scenic location. The plantation house sits on a private beach, allowing couples to enjoy the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and the West Maui Mountains. With lush gardens, an outdoor lawn, and beautiful pier for sunsets, Olowalu provides a truly romantic setting for weddings of all sizes.

Top Reasons to Choose Olowalu Plantation House:

  • Private beachfront location with breathtaking ocean views.
  • Historic and rustic charm with tropical gardens.
  • Intimate and serene setting ideal for private weddings.
  • Amazing for drone shots and sunset shots out on the pier

2. The Andaz Wailea Maui Resort Wedding Venue

For a sophisticated and modern atmosphere, The Andaz Wailea offers elegance and sophistication. This luxurious resort sits on a beautiful stretch of beach, providing a scenic setting for your wedding. With a variety of outdoor spaces to choose from, including ballrooms and beachfront locations, The Andaz Wailea blends the natural beauty of Maui with contemporary design. The venue’s impeccable service and picturesque surroundings ensure a dream Maui wedding for couples looking for a modern elegance. As a Maui wedding videographer this is my personal favorite Maui Resort Wedding Venue. The rooms have great lighting, there’s great spots for the first look and beautiful locations for sunset portraits.

Top Reasons to Choose The Andaz Wailea:

  • Beachfront for a serene ceremony with shade.
  • Modern design combined with local Hawaiian influences.
  • Excellent service and luxurious amenities.
  • As a videographer this is my personal favorite Maui Resort Wedding Venue

3. The Haiku Mill Private Maui Wedding Venue

(Currently closed for renovations) A hidden gem in the heart of Maui, The Haiku Mill is an enchanting venue set among towering trees and lush gardens. Once a sugar plantation mill, this venue now boasts a romantic, rustic atmosphere that combines history with natural beauty. The mill’s ivy-covered ruins, sparkling chandeliers, and tropical surroundings create an ethereal vibe perfect for a fairytale wedding. The Haiku Mill is ideal for couples seeking a unique venue that fuses Maui’s natural allure with a sense of old-world charm. This venue is unlike any other and world renowned.

Top Reasons to Choose The Haiku Mill:

  • Historic mill with ivy-covered ruins for a vintage atmosphere.
  • Lush tropical gardens create a fairy-tale setting.
  • Ideal for couples seeking a unique and intimate venue.
  • A very unique fairytale venue that is world renowned

4. The Four Seasons Wailea Maui Resort Wedding Venue

If you’re looking for a wedding venue that combines luxury, beauty, and unparalleled service, the Four Seasons Wailea is an excellent choice. This five-star resort offers a variety of venues, including oceanfront lawns, elegant ballrooms, and intimate garden settings. With stunning views of the turquoise ocean, immaculate service, and world-class amenities, the Four Seasons provides an exceptional setting for both intimate ceremonies and grand celebrations. The venue’s dedicated wedding team ensures every detail of your Maui wedding day is flawlessly executed.

Top Reasons to Choose The Four Seasons Wailea:

  • Stunning oceanfront venues with panoramic views.
  • Unmatched luxury and service, with tailored wedding experiences.
  • A variety of venue options, from intimate to large celebrations.
  • Lots of great options for beautiful sunset shots on the resort grounds and beach

5. Merriman’s Kapalua Maui Wedding Venue

Merriman’s Kapalua offers one of the most beautiful coastal locations in Maui. Situated above the stunning Kapalua Bay, this venue combines breathtaking views with farm-to-table dining and impeccable service. Whether you choose the oceanfront lawn or the restaurant’s scenic terrace, Merriman’s provides a stunning backdrop for your ceremony and reception. The culinary offerings are some of the island’s best, with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients, making it a perfect choice for food-loving couples. Merriman’s has some of the best food I’ve ever had a at a wedding. The point right in front of Merriman’s is also one of the most beautiful locations for sunset portraits on Maui.

Top Reasons to Choose Merriman’s Kapalua:

  • Breathtaking coastal views over Kapalua Bay.
  • Exceptional farm-to-table dining with a focus on local flavors.
  • Perfect for food lovers and couples who want a sophisticated experience.
  • Incredible location for couple sunset shots out on the point. Also great for the drone 🙂

6. The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Maui Resort Wedding Venue

The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua is renowned for its refined elegance and stunning oceanfront views, making it an ideal location for a lavish Maui wedding. Set amid 54 acres of tropical gardens and pristine beaches, the resort offers a variety of venue options, from the Ritz-Carlton Lawn to the private garden and beachside locations. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an intimate ceremony, The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua’s personalized service and luxurious amenities ensure your wedding will be a day to remember. The beach house lawn is also more private than most resort wedding locations.

Top Reasons to Choose The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua:

  • Expansive tropical gardens and stunning oceanfront views.
  • Variety of venues, including beach and garden settings.
  • The point out the golf course has some amazing light for sunset
  • The beach house lawn is more private than most resort wedding locations.

7. The Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center Maui Wedding Venue

For couples seeking an artistic and historic venue, the Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center offers a unique, tranquil setting. Located in the upcountry region of Maui, this venue features beautiful gardens, historic plantation buildings, and a charming art gallery. Its serene environment and artistic atmosphere create an intimate and unique setting for weddings. The center’s art-inspired gardens and rustic architecture provide a wonderful backdrop for couples seeking a creative and picturesque celebration.

Top Reasons to Choose The Hui No’eau:

  • Art-inspired gardens and historic plantation charm.
  • A peaceful and unique Up Country Maui Wedding Venue
  • More affordable than some of the other Maui Wedding Venue options
  • Ceremony and Reception (with a tent) can host quite large wedding guest counts 200+.

8. Gather Wailea Maui Wedding Venue

Gather Wailea is a distinctive, open-air venue that combines natural beauty with a modern and stylish ambiance. Located in the exclusive Wailea resort area, this venue features sweeping views of the ocean and a lush tropical landscape. With spacious outdoor settings, including a spacious lawn and intimate terraces, Gather Wailea offers flexibility for both small and large weddings. Whether you’re planning a simple ceremony or a grand celebration, this venue’s contemporary design and breathtaking surroundings provide an unforgettable backdrop for your wedding day. The ceremony location has one of the most beautiful backdrops on Maui, with Molokini and Kahoʻolawe islands in the background. It’s also an easy 2 min drive right down to  Po’olenalena beach for sunset portraits.

Top Reasons to Choose Gather Wailea Maui Wedding Venue:

  • Modern open-air venue with ocean views.
  • Flexible spaces for both intimate ceremonies and larger receptions.
  • Amazing backdrop views of Molokini and Kahoʻolawe islands
  • An easy 2 minute drive down to  Po’olenalena beach for beautiful sunset portraits

9. The Pineapple Chapel Maui Wedding Venue

Located in Kapalua, Maui, The Pineapple Chapel is a charming and intimate venue that brings a touch of tradition to your special day. This adorable chapel, surrounded by green terraces and ocean views, is a hidden treasure perfect for couples looking for a small, intimate ceremony. The chapel’s traditional charm provides a unique and picturesque setting for exchanging vows.

Top Reasons to Choose The Pineapple Chapel Maui Wedding Venue:

  • Intimate setting with traditional charm
  • Customizable for various ceremony and reception options
  • The venue can accommodate either a small intimate wedding or large celebration
  • Ironwoods beach and cliffs are a 5 min walk a way (the cliffs are EPIC for drone shots)

10. The Royal Lahaina Resort Maui Wedding Venue

With its stunning beachfront location and laid-back Hawaiian charm, The Royal Lahaina Resort is an excellent choice for couples seeking a traditional tropical wedding. This venue boasts expansive lawns, palm trees, and panoramic ocean views that create an idyllic setting for your ceremony. Though still very beautiful, the venue isn’t quite as pristine as the Four Seasons or Andaz but also comes in at a much more affordable price point.

Top Reasons to Choose The Royal Lahaina Resort Maui Wedding Venue:

  • Expansive beachfront location with panoramic views of the ocean.
  • Flexible venue options for both intimate ceremonies and grand receptions.
  • Authentic Hawaiian atmosphere for a traditional tropical wedding.
  • More affordable than most of Maui’s wedding venues

11. Sugar Beach Events Private Estate Maui Wedding Venue

Located in North Kihei, Maui, Sugar Beach Events is the ideal venue for couples seeking a private, beachfront wedding. Sugar Beach offers a serene, private estate setting with clear waters, white sand, and incredible sunsets. This versatile venue provides both indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing couples to tailor their celebration to their vision. Everything is conveniently in one area, the bridal suite has great lighting, there’s a spot upstairs for the groom to get ready, the ceremony lawn is right outside and the reception ballroom is elegant and has air conditioning. This private estate is a great Maui wedding venue that has it all.

Top Reasons to Choose Sugar Beach Events Maui Wedding Venue:

  • Easy location for getting ready, ceremony and reception
  • Private and peaceful beachfront location with stunning sunsets.
  • Customizable wedding packages and flexible event spaces.
  • Expert coordination to help bring your wedding vision to life.

12. The White Orchid Beach House Maui Estate Wedding Venue

The White Orchid Beach House is one of Maui’s most intimate and luxurious wedding venues, offering the perfect combination of privacy and elegance. Perfect for 50 or less wedding parties. Situated in Makena, Maui’s Southside, this estate boasts panoramic ocean views, a sprawling lawn, and an intimate, upscale atmosphere. The venue features rooms for both the bride and groom to get ready, perfect lawn for the ceremony as well as beautiful coast for photos and videos at sunset. White Orchid Beach House has some of the best sunset light I’ve seen at a Maui wedding. This venue reminds of a mini Olowalu Plantation House. The White Orchid planners are some of Maui’s very best wedding coordinators too.

Top Reasons to Choose The White Orchid Beach House Maui Wedding Venue:

  • Very intimate private estate with sweeping ocean views.
  • Can accommodate getting ready rooms for bride and groom
  • Intimate and luxurious setting, perfect for a more personalized celebration.
  • Amazing sunset lighting

13. The Kukahiko Estate Maui Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable wedding in Hawaii, Kukahiko Estate on Maui’s Southside offers a stunning, private and intimate setting. Less than 5 minutes from the Wailea resorts, Kukahiko Estate provides a private, serene atmosphere for couples, ensuring a personalized celebration.  I especially like that the bride and groom have great options to get ready here. So their entire wedding celebration can take place at this venue. Also it’s a private venue, meaning you won’t see anyone else other than your guests and vendors. The rocky point provides the opportunity for beautiful sunset photo and video. The point is public but I’ve rarely ever seen anyone there.  With its stunning ocean views, exclusive setting, and private atmosphere, The Kukahiko Estate is the perfect venue for couples looking to create a truly magical and intimate wedding day in Makena Maui.

The Kukahiko Estate Maui Wedding Venue:

  • Intimate private estate with beautiful ocean views
  • Can accommodate getting ready for the bride and the groom
  • Beautiful point for sunset photo and video
  • Less than 5 minutes a way from all the Wailea resorts

14. The Cliff House Montage Kapalua Resort Maui Wedding Venue

Located on Maui’s stunning northwest coast, The Cliff House at Montage Kapalua Bay offers an unforgettable setting for intimate weddings. With sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and the island’s lush landscapes, this venue provides a romantic and elegant atmosphere for couples looking for a luxury wedding experience. The Cliff House is unlike any other venue on Maui. The views are the are some of the best Maui has to offer and the dramatic cliffs, sparkling ocean and scenic coast make for beautiful drone shots. The Montage staff provides top-notch catering, bar and coordinating service. It’s also very convenient, the couple can get ready right at the Montage resort and walk right down to their ceremony and reception.

Top Reasons to Choose The Cliff House Maui Wedding Venue:

  • Very intimate & unique private location with amazing ocean views.
  • The convenience of it being at your hotel to walk right down to your ceremony and reception
  • The coordination, catering and bar are all on property
  • Great for epic photo, video and drone shots


Conclusion

Maui offers a wide range of wedding venues, from grand resorts to intimate estates and private wedding venues. Maui’s diverse options can bring your dream wedding to life. No matter which venue you choose, one thing is certain: your Maui wedding will be an unforgettable celebration of love! If you have any questions on these Maui wedding venues or any others please contact us and I’m happy to give you some of my expertise. I have been a Maui wedding videographer here for the last 15 years! Or if you are interested in our services please contact us for a quote!

Here are several of my favorite wedding videos shot at some of the venues mentioned above.

Olowalu Plantation House Maui Wedding Film / Nicole and Nicholas

Four Seasons Wailea Wedding Highlight Film / Michelle & Tyler

Andaz Wailea Maui Wedding Film / Michelle & Stephen

Maui, Hawaii Sugar Beach Wedding Film / Helena & Nathan

Pineapple Chapel Kapalua Wedding Film / Jimmy & Beth

Gather Wailea Wedding Film / Lauren & David

Maui Wedding videography and photography by HI FOCUSED.