How to select from the vast number of wedding venues for your destination wedding? Maui is always a safe bet…
The Hawaiian Islands lay like jewels scattered on blue velvet cloth. Each one unique. Each one with a story. Why Maui for your wedding? Let’s start with the legends behind this island.
Maui was one of the demigods of Hawaiian folklore. The story of Maui is a story of strength, character, and one that in mythology at least, brings the other islands to life. As told, Maui pulled the other Hawaiian Islands from the bottom of the sea using a huge hook just to prove to his brothers that he was a great fisherman. When his mother complained that the days were neither long enough or warm enough, he lassoed the sun to keep it from moving so fast across the skies, created the incredibly long warm days.
He even used his strength to lift the skies higher away from the tree tops and the high mountains creating the magnificent ocean views that surround this island. Without Maui there would be no Hawaii – and without Hawaii there would be no way to know what paradise truly is. Maui has matured into a welcoming and inviting island, with one foot in the new world and one foot that still trusts the demigod that it is named after to hold up that big blue sky.
Did you know that Maui has 30 miles of red, white, and black sand beaches – a total of 80 beaches overall and more beaches than any other Hawaiian Island. The largest banyan tree in the world resides on Maui. It was planted in 1873, just 8 feet tall and has since grown to inhabit almost a full acre. And SIXTEEN TIMES Conde Nast Travel magazine has voted Maui the ‘Best Island in the World’. That is quite a distinction.
If you are still not sure that Maui is the island for your destination wedding, then let us introduce you to some of our favorite Maui Wedding Venues.
South Maui Wedding Venue
Just off the ocean coast lies a beautiful Maui wedding venue with picturesque views of Makena Hill, Kohalawe and Molokini. You can see for miles in all directions as you share a breathtaking wedding followed by a romantic or energetic twilight cocktail hour and formally served dinner. End the evening with a DJ and dance the night away or choose to relax on white leather couches to the Hawaiian sounds of talented local musicians under the twinkling tropical stars. This venue offers the opportunity to enjoy wedding pictures with tropical flowers, lush green lawns, ponds and beaches.
Whether your ceremony is held under the glowing Hawaiian sun or under the swaying coconut palms, any of the South Maui Wedding Venues will be an excellent choices for your special celebration.
South Maui Resort Weddings
We work with local resorts to use their properties for gorgeous beachside weddings and receptions either under the stars or in grand ballrooms.
Dance the night away with one of our amazing Hula Dance Troupes, talented bands or creative DJs!
“Come with me
while the moon is on the sea
The night is young and so are we
Dreams come true in Blue Hawaii
And mine could all come true
This magic night of nights with you.”
Leo Robin
Olowalu Wedding Venues
Old world sugar plantation meets new world elegance. This location is truly stunning. Private and lush with green, Olowalu is the perfect location for large or small weddings. The interiors of this former plantation home are comfortable and luxurious, inviting and stylish. When you step out the door to the covered deck and follow the path to the large brick patio, your eyes are Immediately drawn the blueness of the ocean – and you will have a hard time telling where sky meets water.
The lawn is spacious enough to hold tables and tents, the house offers furnished rooms for bridal preparations, and the beach is easily accessible. With the addition of their newest Olowalu Wedding Venue, the design and ambiance possibilities is endless. Be surrounded by coconut trees along the beautiful Pacific Island. The feeling at Olowalu Plantation House is a welcoming one, open armed to embrace you and your loved ones on your wedding day.
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I’ll weave a lei of stars for you
To wear on nights like this
Each time you wear my lei of stars
I’ll greet you with a kiss
The moon is green with jealousy
And all the planets too
And when you wear my lei of stars
The fairest one is you
R. Alex Anderson & Jack Owens
SBE Wedding Venues
Sugar Beach Events offers amazing wedding packages for groups of all sizes. This venue was constructed just for events like weddings and is completely ready to host all aspects of your big day or night. Hale O Aloha (in Hawaiian – the House of Aloha) is exactly that! Beautifully laid out to serve you and your guests, Sugar Beach was designed to incorporate natural Hawaiian elements and culture. A grand ballroom for your reception, gorgeous suites for getting ready, scrumptious food for even the most particular palettes, and of course the white sand beach and ocean views! On site catering, parking, and all the conveniences your guests will need can be found at Sugar Beach Events.
I kēia lā au e mare i ka mea aʻu i aloha, a me ka lani, e maliu oluolu
(Today I will marry the one I love and the sky will smile)
Punakea Farms Wedding Venues
Punakea Farms offers a breathtaking coastal view across the Launiupoko portion of Maui Island. From its strategic use of hidden catering areas to the built in classic rustic dance area, you’ll find many amenities are already supplied by the property management. This allows you the opportunity to focus your budget on the esthetics and culinary delights that will keep your guests talking about your wedding for years to come!
West Maui Wedding Venues
West Maui Offers a few lovely choices…
Merriman’s offers a beautiful cliffside wedding space adjacent to a beautiful outdoor dining gazebo.
The Steeple House offers both indoor and outdoor options – choose to marry in the quaint one room church and celebrate your reception just outside on the lawn…
Pacific’O is another lovely venue. Located right on the water, a full buyout would provide a gorgeous beach wedding and incredible food to follow! Lawn area available for arches and chairs too!
ALL of these options offer the chance to have wedding photography on property as well as on the beach.
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Luxurious Maui Private Estates
Sometimes it’s nice to enjoy the ceremony and reception right there at home. Rent one of these beautiful luxury estates and enjoy a relaxing few days for the price of a venue rental.
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High end caterers are hired to create mouth-watering cuisine. Our staff takes special care to ensure your rental is treated with respect, cleaned up and returned to its original state before leaving you to enjoy the res of your stay.
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Interested in something a bit different?
We can also create weddings…
- in the rainforest
- under the waterfalls
- up on our volcano
- in the beautiful lush forests adjacent to the ocean
- Upcountry at the Hui in Mokawao
- Kula Botanical Gardens
- out on the beautiful Pacific Ocean on a sailboat or private catamaran
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Looking for an affordable way to have that beach wedding of your dreams? Wanting to celebrate with all your friends and family and cut your venue fees in half?
Enjoy a public beachside wedding complete with chairs, arches, tents, catering and music…
Celebrate in one of Wailea’s hidden gems – bring in the very best catering and dance the evening away! Have a rain backup plan that doesn’t break the bank!
Kukahiko Estate Maui Wedding Venue
South Maui properties gracefully meander their way to the edge of the ocean through the shaded boughs of aged trees. Located on the southern Makena coasts of the island, these properties combine the Ohana feel of old Hawaii with the conveniences of a modern Maui. A commercial kitchen, restrooms as well as changing rooms make hosting your wedding and reception an all-inclusive event with no need to move your wedding party from one location to another.
Aloha Maui Dream Weddings would be honored to help you plan your wedding.
We invite you to come to this beautiful jewel called Maui and feel the aloha spirit of this island.
This is where we still hold up the sky and lasso the sun.
Makou hoʻokipa ‘oe i Maui
(We welcome you to Maui)
