The Ritz-Carlton

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, provides a premier Hawaiian destination for large scale corporate events, incentive trips, and grand social galas. With 468 guest rooms, including a significant number of suites and Club Level accommodations, the property is expertly designed to host substantial groups, ensuring every attendee is fully immersed in a world of luxury and authentic island hospitality. The resort’s expansive footprint, part of the 22,000 acre Kapalua Resort, allows for a self-contained event experience, complete with world class golf, dining, and cultural activities.

Event planners will find an impressive and highly versatile portfolio of over 280,000 square feet of total event space. The resort’s indoor function spaces are extensive, totaling over 50,000 square feet and anchored by two magnificent ballrooms. These adaptable venues are ideal for general sessions, complex conferences with multiple breakout needs, or elegant awards banquets.

Key Indoor Venue Spaces:

• The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom: This is the resort’s grandest indoor venue, offering 14,915 square feet of sophisticated, divisible space. It can host up to 1,200 guests in a theater setup or 900 for a banquet. It is complemented by an expansive 5,145 square foot pre-function area.
• The Plantation Ballroom: A second, elegant ballroom providing 4,278 square feet. It is ideal for mid-sized gatherings, accommodating 340 guests theater-style or 220 for a banquet. It is also divisible into three smaller sections.
• The Theatre: A dedicated, 1,782 square foot fixed amphitheater designed for presentations, keynote addresses, or private screenings, with seating for 110 people.
• The Boardroom: An executive space of 702 square feet, perfect for high level meetings of up to 15 executives.
• Multiple Breakout Rooms: A collection of over 10 additional meeting rooms, including the Lana’i, Hawai’i, and Kaua’i rooms, ranging from 340 to 700 square feet, provide ample support for complex agendas.

The resort’s outdoor venues are what truly set it apart, offering over 150,000 square feet of spectacular open air settings that capture the magic of Maui. These spaces are perfect for welcome receptions, themed dinners, or large scale lu’au performances. The crown jewel is the Aloha Garden Pavilion, the only permanent outdoor event facility of its kind on the island, providing a 19,000 square foot covered space that can host 2,500 guests for a reception or 900 for a banquet. For an unforgettable oceanfront gathering, the Beach House Lawn offers 23,000 square feet of pristine lawn directly overlooking D.T. Fleming Beach, creating a stunning backdrop for sunset cocktails or a dinner under the stars.

Iconic Outdoor Venues:

• The Aloha Garden Pavilion: A massive 19,000 square foot permanent, covered outdoor venue with a capacity of up to 2,500 guests.
• The Beach House Lawn: 23,000 square feet of prime, oceanfront lawn space.
• Salon Prefunction Lanai: A 2,420 square foot terrace connected to the main ballroom, ideal for breaks or cocktail receptions.
• Plantation Prefunction Lanai: A 1,450 square foot terrace offering panoramic views, perfect for smaller receptions.

Beyond the meeting spaces, the resort is a self-contained destination. Groups can arrange private tournaments on the two on-site championship golf courses, the Plantation Course and the Bay Course. The on-site spa, inspired by ancient Hawaiian traditions, provides a tranquil retreat for attendees. A dedicated team of event planners, culinary experts, and technical specialists are available to manage every detail. A cultural advisor can also work with groups to integrate authentic Hawaiian experiences, from chanting and hula to locally-sourced menus, ensuring a memorable and impactful event.