Within the 23,000 acres that comprise the Kapalua Resort you’ll find the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, the Montage Kapalua Bay, and the Kapalua Villas Maui. Both have access to the resort’s Kapalua Beach, Oneloa Bay, and Fleming Beach and to two championship golf courses, one along the bay, another up and down the mountains and a third through what used to be pineapple fields. The tennis activity takes place at the Kapalua Tennis Garden, a lushly landscaped complex of 10 tiered Plexipave courts.
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua opened in 1992 on a hill overlooking Honokahua Bay and its white-sand beach. Atypically for Ritz-Carlton, which is usually drawn to European style, this 548-room hotel derives its architectural and decorative inspiration from the Hawaiian islands themselves. The interiors hint at elegant plantations, with wood and stone, an open, airy feel, and original art depicting scenes of Hawaii or Hawaiian history. And while Ritz-Carlton couldn’t resist installing chandeliers, those in this hotel and their matching wall sconces have been designed to suggest foliage.
There are two additional options, all with villa or luxury home choices: the Montage Kapalua Bay, a complex of 280 one-to-three-bedroom villas with views that vary from golf fairways to full ocean front as well as a selection of luxury homes; and Kapalua Villas Maui, which has 2- and 3-bedroom villas, some of them oceanfront overlooking Oneloa Bay.
The Tennis Garden is renowned as one of the most beautifully situated court complexes in the country. Its 10 hard courts spill down terraces in the side of a hill with views west across the former whaling anchorage called Lahaina Roads.
Tennis Staff: The Kapalua Tennis Garden has done away with the tennis director position and adopted a program of drop-in tennis and pickleball socials. However, they have also contracted with Cathy Nicoloff, the former tennis director at the Wailea Tennis Center, to provide clinics and private instruction. She is typically there five days a week and hopes to introduce some junior programing.
Court Complex: The Tennis Garden has 10 hard courts, four with lights. Its pro shop is open from 7:30 a.m. to noon.
Court fees: $15/person for two hours of court time
Caveat: Annual rainfall at Kapalua averages 70 inches a year—this part of the island wouldn’t be so lush otherwise—but you can use those rainy days to visit Lahaina or the moonscape crater of 10,000-foot dormant volcano Mt. Haleakala.
Off Court
Beach: Four white-sand beaches fringe the resort property: Oneloa Bay, D.T. Fleming Beach, Honoloa Bay, and what many regard as one of the finest beaches in American, Kapalua Bay.
Golf Courses: The resort has 36 holes of golf, all accessible to guests of either hotel.
Plantation Course: This most demanding of the Kapalua courses was designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore to take advantage of the expansive vistas, sweeping slopes, deep valleys, and native vegetation. Difficult greens, breathtaking views, wind, and the occasional sight of whales breaching in Lahaina Roads to the west all add to the challenge. It now hosts the annual Kapalua International stop on the PGA Tour. Par: 73. Length: 5,627-7,263 yards.
Bay Course: This earliest of the Kapalua courses debuted in 1975. Arnold Palmer designed it, providing generous and forgiving greens as compensation for the distracting scenery. Par: 72.
Accommodations
There are 50 one-to-four-bedroom suites, all with fully equipped kitchens.
We have come to Kapalua for the last few years and have really enjoyed playing in daily clinics/workouts/socials. It was totally different this year (Nov/Dec 2019). I just wanted to let everyone know that the current plan for Kapalua Tennis is to discontinue everything except the socials & round robins, which will not be daily. The new schedule is in place as of Nov 2019. The former pros have moved on (although one may come back periodically- this was not confirmed). We will no longer consider Kapalua a tennis destination. It’s really unfortunate, but it seems that Kapalua is going to primarily focus on golf.
ET
Another great trip out with our friends. Love Kapalua for all the incredible activities in this area. Clinics were great and we had an amazing time. Already planning the next trip with this group.
GH
I have been to Kapalua Tennis Garden multiple times in the past 3 years and it is no secret why I keep coming back. It is hands down the best Tennis facility on Maui. It is superbly well taken care of, the Head Pro Nick Provenza is always exceptional & the views are phenomenal. I give it a 100/100 review in my book and I recommend it to everyone I run into on the island as well as the mainland.
LI
An incredible tennis experience from top to bottom. Can’t wait to go back!
DV
Beautiful location, lots of courts. Friendly staff and good coaching. The tennis shop is huge. The only draw back is that is does seem to rain on and off during the day because of it’s location.
AS
I came here with my fiance and we loved every minute of it! As avid tennis players, we loved how we could incorporate it into our vacation. We went to a few clinics with director Jason Purcell and his co-worker Nick. They were able to conduct a great class with players from all levels. The best part about playing tennis here is the gorgeous view overlooking the coast on one side and the volcano on the other. After the clinics and matches we joined our new classmates for lunch at the Pineapple Grill – the food there is delectable! We walked and drove through the resort and it is literal paradise. We have yet to find a better vacation spot than the Kapalua Tennis Garden! We look forward to returning!
DS
We can’t say enough great things about our time at Kapalua! The clinics were awesome, there were at least 3 socials when we were there and to top it off even our kids had an amazing leason with the director of tennis there, Jason Purcell. They wanted to go back to him every day! He was incredible – took the time to really help on and off the court to make our vacation one to never forget. We want to go back every year!!
CE
Gorgeous venue with 4 newly re-surfaced courts, and nice shaded sections on the ends. Staff is amazing – so friendly and genuine, and always willing to give you tips to improve your game. Love the morning live ball clinics! Only downside – Napili gets a decent amount of rain, but that can’t be faulted to the Tennis Garden! 🙂
MS
Brilliant team. Exceptional insight to training, strategy and philosophy. And a brilliant setting and views that are probably unsurpassed anywhere in the world. Absolutely exceptional. cant wait to be back. The only weakness is the weather is a bit unpredictable but they make up and work with you to easily reschedule. And bring sunscreen.
JB
Jason puts on an excellent program. We did a week long trip in July with 20 players and the clinics were extensive, the hospitality was top notch, and the Banana Bread was to die for. Jason made all of us feel welcome.
210 Reviews on “Kapalua Tennis Garden”
We have come to Kapalua for the last few years and have really enjoyed playing in daily clinics/workouts/socials. It was totally different this year (Nov/Dec 2019). I just wanted to let everyone know that the current plan for Kapalua Tennis is to discontinue everything except the socials & round robins, which will not be daily. The new schedule is in place as of Nov 2019. The former pros have moved on (although one may come back periodically- this was not confirmed). We will no longer consider Kapalua a tennis destination. It’s really unfortunate, but it seems that Kapalua is going to primarily focus on golf.
Another great trip out with our friends. Love Kapalua for all the incredible activities in this area. Clinics were great and we had an amazing time. Already planning the next trip with this group.
I have been to Kapalua Tennis Garden multiple times in the past 3 years and it is no secret why I keep coming back. It is hands down the best Tennis facility on Maui. It is superbly well taken care of, the Head Pro Nick Provenza is always exceptional & the views are phenomenal. I give it a 100/100 review in my book and I recommend it to everyone I run into on the island as well as the mainland.
An incredible tennis experience from top to bottom. Can’t wait to go back!
Beautiful location, lots of courts. Friendly staff and good coaching. The tennis shop is huge. The only draw back is that is does seem to rain on and off during the day because of it’s location.
I came here with my fiance and we loved every minute of it! As avid tennis players, we loved how we could incorporate it into our vacation. We went to a few clinics with director Jason Purcell and his co-worker Nick. They were able to conduct a great class with players from all levels. The best part about playing tennis here is the gorgeous view overlooking the coast on one side and the volcano on the other. After the clinics and matches we joined our new classmates for lunch at the Pineapple Grill – the food there is delectable! We walked and drove through the resort and it is literal paradise. We have yet to find a better vacation spot than the Kapalua Tennis Garden! We look forward to returning!
We can’t say enough great things about our time at Kapalua! The clinics were awesome, there were at least 3 socials when we were there and to top it off even our kids had an amazing leason with the director of tennis there, Jason Purcell. They wanted to go back to him every day! He was incredible – took the time to really help on and off the court to make our vacation one to never forget. We want to go back every year!!
Gorgeous venue with 4 newly re-surfaced courts, and nice shaded sections on the ends. Staff is amazing – so friendly and genuine, and always willing to give you tips to improve your game. Love the morning live ball clinics! Only downside – Napili gets a decent amount of rain, but that can’t be faulted to the Tennis Garden! 🙂
Brilliant team. Exceptional insight to training, strategy and philosophy. And a brilliant setting and views that are probably unsurpassed anywhere in the world. Absolutely exceptional. cant wait to be back. The only weakness is the weather is a bit unpredictable but they make up and work with you to easily reschedule. And bring sunscreen.
Jason puts on an excellent program. We did a week long trip in July with 20 players and the clinics were extensive, the hospitality was top notch, and the Banana Bread was to die for. Jason made all of us feel welcome.