Napili Ridge: Studios and One-Bedrooms near Napili Bay
Napili Ridge is 132 units across eleven two-story buildings set just uphill from Napili Bay — close enough to walk to the beach, far enough to get the lower price point that comes with not being directly on the water. The property has the low-rise, open-air character of older West Maui condo complexes: covered walkways, tropical landscaping, and a quiet residential feel that has more in common with a local apartment than a resort lobby.
The swimming pool and BBQ area are the common gathering spots, and the Napili Farmers Market — local produce, honey, baked goods, handmade crafts — runs Wednesday and Saturday mornings a short drive down the road.
AC offerings vary by unit. Laundry is a shared on-site facility (credit card payment, no coins). Parking is assigned with designated stall numbers. No resort fees.
Napili Ridge is not oceanfront — it sits uphill from the coast, so ocean views depend on the specific unit and building.
Guests who value beach proximity without oceanfront pricing tend to find it a good fit.
Napili Bay beach is a short walk downhill — a protected crescent bay known for calm swimming, snorkeling, and green sea turtles close to shore.
The Kapalua Coastal Trail starts near Kapalua Bay, roughly five to ten minutes north by car, and runs along the ocean to D.T. Fleming Beach — an easy walk with some of the best coastal scenery on this side of West Maui.
The Gazebo at Napili Shores is a five-minute drive for breakfast; Ka’anapali Beach and Whalers Village are about 15–20 minutes south.
Every reservation at Napili Ridge includes free daily activities through our Xplorie partnership and the MPP Starter Kit: starter toiletries, paper goods, and dishwasher detergent — plus beach towels, beach chairs, and a cooler for your stay.
See our full list of Napili, Kahana, and Honokowai vacation rentals or contact MPP Vacations to find the right unit.
Frequently Asked Questions about Napili Ridge Vacation Rentals:
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Where is Napili Ridge located?
Napili Ridge is on Napili Place in Napili, set uphill from the coast in a residential area of West Maui. Napili Bay beach is a short walk downhill. Kapalua Resort is about five to ten minutes north by car, Ka'anapali Beach is roughly 15–20 minutes south, and Kahului Airport is about 50 minutes east.
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Is Napili Ridge on the beach?
No. Napili Ridge sits uphill from the coast in a residential area. It is not oceanfront or beachfront. Napili Bay, one of Maui's best swimming and snorkeling beaches, is a short walk downhill from the property.
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What's near Napili Ridge?
Napili Bay beach is the closest sandy beach — a short walk from the property. The Napili Farmers Market runs Wednesday and Saturday mornings nearby with local produce and handmade goods. The Kapalua Coastal Trail offers easy oceanfront hiking from Kapalua Bay to D.T. Fleming Beach.