With the craziness of the pandemic, all Katherine and José wanted for their union was a relaxing and simple Maui Destination Wedding with their closest friends and family. We were thrilled to help Katherine and José turn their dream into reality all while keeping it easy and breezy, so they could just sit back and enjoy their Hawaii vacation! 

The Maui Destination Wedding Location

Overlooking the panoramic view of Keawakapu Beach, 5 Palms Restaurant is a spectacular location choice for a Maui destination wedding. With a manicured ceremonial lawn that melds the atmosphere of a beach wedding with the perks of a venue, guests like Katherine and José’s fantastic crew can watch the “I do’s” while sitting comfortably. And what a great view they had! How cute are Katherine and José’s smiles?!

Following the ceremony, Katherine and José stepped out onto the powder-soft sands to celebrate their union with gorgeous Maui Wedding Photography! 

Our Couple’s Story

Katherine and José met during their senior year in high school–in Mrs. Mendoza’s Spanish class, to be more specific. Although they were young, it was true amor, and they’ve been together now for over a decade! José works as a Biotech Sales Representative and Katherine works as an HR representative for a dermatological company in California. They have two fur babies named Simon and Sol, who they absolutely love and look forward to introducing to their future children.

Just before the world closed down in 2020, Katherine and José took a trip to Thailand. On the shore of a spectacular beach in Phuket, José asked the big question, and Katherine, of course, said yes! In her words, “It’s so special that we are getting married on the beach as well! Complete a full circle.” Keep scrolling for all the gorgeous beachy shots of this beautiful couple! 

Thank you Katherine & José, for choosing us to help turn your wedding dreams into a reality. It was a joy working with you, and we wish you all the smiles and love in the years ahead!

MAUI DESTINATION WEDDING – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Morning

Hawaii Wedding Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Wedding Venue: 5 Palms, Wailea

Beach Portraits Location: Keawakapu Beach

Maui Wedding Planner: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Kristen from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Minister: Reverend Richardo

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Dellables

Hair and Makeup: MeiLi Autumn Beauty

Bridal Gown from Bella Ella Boutique

Check out another Hawaii Venue Wedding here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/milorose-kenjis-hawaii-venue-wedding/

Erin and John’s Destination Wedding in Maui may have been delayed five months, but it was still everything Hawaii wedding dreams are made of! With a cool island breeze, gentle sunlight, and friends and family cheering them on, saying “I do” doesn’t get better than this! The 5 Palms oceanfront lawn offered a sweeping view of the churning tides and leggy palms. Keep scrolling for all the sweet moments! 

The Destination Wedding in Maui Ceremony

When Erin made her entrance, John’s ecstatic expression was hard to miss! Our own Reverend Kuya even offered a fist bump in celebration of the union. This is one of the biggest perks of a Destination Wedding in Maui–the fun atmosphere! It’s hard not to be joyous when you’re surrounded by the magic of the island, but add in the love of your life, and it’s pure elation! 

Our Couple’s Story

Erin is a dental hygienist and John is a personal trainer and health coach. In their free time, you can find these two traveling, exercising, hiking, or cuddling with their golden retriever Leo. Erin and John attended the same high school, but didn’t end up meeting each other until after graduating college–love is tricky like that! 

John proposed in March of last year, right around his birthday. He told Erin they were going out to dinner with just his family. But of course, that was only half of it! John had secretly invited her family to witness the proposal. And, as they say, the rest is history!

Mahalo nui loa, Erin and John, for choosing us to coordinate your Destination Wedding in Maui! We had a wonderful time getting to know you and your loved ones! We wish you all the adventures and happiness in the years ahead!

DESTINATION WEDDING IN MAUI – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Hawaii Wedding Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Wedding Venue: 5 Palms Lawn

Maui Wedding Planner: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Naomi from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Minister: Reverend Kuya

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Dellables

Hair and Makeup: Simply Beauty Maui

Check out another Hawaii Venue Wedding here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/sheer-elegance-jessica-roberts-maui-beach-elopement/

Jessica and Darin said “I do” with a Hawaii Venue Wedding at the 5 Palms in Wailea. Rain is a sacred blessing in Hawaii, and when it graces your wedding day, it’s said to represent a lush and strong marriage. The covered lanai at the 5 Palms served as a gorgeous indoor venue with bungalow-inspired architecture and a sweeping view of the Pacific Ocean. After Maui sent her blessing, the sun peaked out and Jessica and Darin had their first dance as a married couple right there on the beach!  

Our Couple’s Story

Our couple met eight years ago through work, with Darin working as a graphic designer and Jessica as an Executive Assistant. Maui is a special place for Jessica and Darin–after all, it’s where they took their first vacation together! It’s little wonder why they chose Maui to be the location for their Hawaii venue wedding. There’s even been talk of settling down on the island, to which we say… Aloha! 

When the time was right, Jessica and Darin became engaged by the river at his parents’ home. You can find them relaxing and enjoying themselves here nearly every other weekend. Surrounded by a literal dessert, this body of water is beyond special and seems to further represent the strength of Jessica and Darin’s marriage, just look at those genuine expressions of love! Keep scrolling for the spectacular beach shots!

Thank you, Jessica and Darin, for trusting us to coordinate your Hawaii Venue Wedding. We wish you all the happiness in the years ahead. And we look forward to seeing you on Maui again sometime in the near future!

HAWAII VENUE WEDDING – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Hawaii Wedding Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Wedding Venue: 5 Palms

Maui Wedding Planner: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Minister: Reverend Kuya

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Dellables

Videographer: All Time Media

Hair and Makeup: Meili Autumn Beauty

Bridal Gown by Elysee

Check out another Hawaii Venue Wedding here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/kim-davids-maui-venue-wedding/

Cindy and Scott’s 5 Palms Wedding in Maui was all about love! Nine family members were in attendance, including children and grandkids, making this sweet wedding intimate and filled with smiles. The day was blessed with comfortable weather and just the right amount of gentle cloud coverage to cool the warm tropical breeze from the ocean.  

The Maui Wedding Venue

5 Palms is the perfect location for an outdoor ceremony that melds the perks of a venue with the backdrop of a beach wedding. Situated on the south coast of the island, the 5 Palms lawn overlooks the sparkling waters of Keawakapu Beach. With shoreline lava rock, golden sands, and an unparalleled view of the setting sun, this venue is what Maui wedding dreams are made from! And while we’re on the topic of Maui wedding dreams, how spectacular is it that Cindy and Scott were able to say “I do” in such a beautiful location with their children and sweet grandchildren watching on!  

The 5 Palms Wedding in Maui Ceremony 

Cindy and Scott’s wedding opened with their grandbabies, AKA adorable Croc-wearing cuties! Seriously, does it get much cuter than this? Following the precious intro, Manutea Nui e provided the lovely sway of hula and the soft strum of the ukulele. Cindy’s son oversaw the union, sharing wise words and thoughtful sentiments before our couple had their first kiss as husband and wife. 

Our Couple’s Story

Cindy and Scott met the modern way, on a dating app! After two years together, they both decided that the time was right to say “I do”! Cindy works as a nurse and teacher (this boss queen has opened TWO schools!), and Scott is a construction consultant. It seems like building important and strong structures is this couple’s forte, just look at their relationship! Keep scrolling for all of the beautiful and sweet photos from this 5 Palms Wedding in Maui! 

Mahalo nui loa, Cindy and Scott, for sharing your special day with us. It was truly an honor to be part of your special day. We wish you only the best in the years ahead!

5 PALMS WEDDING IN MAUI – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Hawaii Wedding Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Wedding Venue: 5 Palms

Maui Wedding Planner: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Aaron (Bride’s son)

Wedding Florals by Dellables

Musician and Entertainment: Manutea Nui e

Check out another 5 Palms Wedding in Maui here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/sarah-alisha-maui-wedding/

Sarah and Alisha’s Maui Wedding was kissed with the island sun and a cool, tropical breeze. Alisha is a beach lover at heart and always wanted to get married by the sea. So our couple figured, what better way to make that dream come true than in Hawaii! Gathered on the 5 Palms lawn, guests were treated to a panoramic view of the turquoise ocean and the endless Maui sky. The only thing better was the heartwarming scene of Sarah and Alisha tying their beautiful lives together by saying, “I do.”

Our Couples Story

Sarah and Alisha began their journey two years ago to the day. Not only does their wedding mark their own anniversary, but it also marks the 46th anniversary of Sarah’s parents. It’s a blessing and fortunate sign that Sarah and Alisha share their special date with a strong and affectionate couple. We’re certain that Sarah and Alisha’s marriage will be just as solid and loving. 

Interestingly enough, our couple also shares this date with National Margarita Day. Regardless of whether or not they got margaritas after the ceremony, they’re obviously punch-drunk in love! Plus it fit the theme–Because the ocean brought the salt and our couple brought the sweetness! Those adoring looks speak for themselves! Keep scrolling for more!

The Maui Wedding Venue

Sarah and Alisha chose the 5 Palms Oceanside Lawn as their Maui Wedding venue. This prime location has all the vivid views and breezes of a beach wedding with the flexibility of a venue. We love how the Elegant Simplicity Arch perfectly frames our loving couple.

Thank you, Sarah and Alisha, for choosing us to be your Maui Wedding coordinator! We wish you all the best in the years ahead!

MAUI WEDDING – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Venue: 5 Palms Oceanfront

Maui Beach Wedding Portrait Location: Keawakapu Beach

Gay Maui Wedding: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photographer: Samantha of Karma Hill Photography

Maui Minister: Reverend Kuya

Wedding Floral: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Dellables

Loving the simplicity of this Gay Maui wedding? Visit Krista & Ashlee’s same-sex celebration.

Abigail & Cody are a fun and carefree couple all the way from Louisiana!! They live on a farm back home and joked during their wedding that they came from the farm to paradise for their ceremony!! Maui shared with them its true paradise with a gorgeous pastel sunset and heavenly weather during their Maui venue wedding!

Abigail and Cody began dating in college. They were introduced to each other by mutual friends, and the rest is history really! They enjoy the outdoors, horseback riding, hiking, ATV’s, and really just love life as a couple. It means so much to have someone to share lifes joys with and that’s just what these two have found! Life partners in each other to do life with!!

It was such a pleasure meeting these two and capturing their sweet and fun personalities! Take a look at their gorgeous Maui wedding day here.

5 Palms is such a beautiful Maui venue wedding location that fronts Keawekapu Beach. We do lots of weddings here with larger guest counts but it truly is perfect for an elopement as well!

This is such a gorgeous photo of Abigail & Cody just before sunset. We love how the light is coming in from behind Abigail & Cody with the waves lapping up on the shore perfectly.

Mahalo Abigail & Cody for choosing us!! We wish you many years of love and happiness and hope to see you both back in Maui soon!!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Venue Wedding Location: Five Palms

Beach Portraits Location: Southside Beach

Maui Wedding Packages: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Aysha

Maui Minister: Reverend Richardo

Wedding Florals: Vibrant Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet & Arch flowers by Dellables

Hair & Makeup: Salon 253

Check out our last 5 Palms wedding here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/stacie-andy-maui-venue-wedding/

Stacie & Andy have been together for about 7 years! They were engaged here on Maui 2 years ago and knew at that point Maui was where they wanted to get married! Maui is their happy place, their paradise, and they couldn’t imagine starting their married life anywhere else! With 43 of their friends and family in attendance, a Maui venue wedding was their perfect scenario for their ceremony.

Having a group of over 30, such as Stacie & Andy’s, make a venue wedding a must to ensure your guests are comfortable and parking isn’t an issue. A wedding venue such as the Five Palms in Wailea provides your guests with the ability to sit and hear the ceremony much clearer and enjoy the shade of the palm trees. Five Palms is the perfect South Side Venue location because it sits right next to the beautiful Keawekapu Beach making after photos just a short walk! Take a look at the pictures below to see the beauty it has to offer!

We asked this sweet couple what they were looking forward to most about being married and Andy immediately said they are looking forward to celebrating their anniversary here for all the years to come. We hope you do come back every year Stacie & Andy, and we hope we get to see you each and every time!!

It was a pleasure meeting you Stacie & Andy! We look forward to seeing you next year for some Anniversary Portraits!! hint hint!! 😉

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Venue Wedding Location: Five Palms

Beach Portraits Location: Keawekapu Beach

Maui Wedding Packages: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney

Maui Minister: Reverend Peter

Wedding Florals: Vibrant Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet & Flower Circle by Dellables

Hair & Makeup: Maui Makeup Artistry

Check out another recent Maui venue wedding here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/paige-andrews-venue-wedding-in-maui/

Paige and Andrew had a sweet and simple gathering for the special day! Their venue wedding in Maui took place at Five Palms Restaurant in South Kihei. It’s a beautiful spot that overlooks the beach and ocean while accommodating larger group sizes.

Five Palms on Keawekapu Beach was the perfect ceremony location for their friends and family who were able to make the trip. Their loved ones were so incredibly happy that they were able to have their dream wedding in Hawaii. Unfortunately, Andrew’s sister wasn’t able to make it in person but she stayed up till 3:00 in the morning to make sure she could be there for them on Facetime. We could hear her warm wishes and love that she was sending over the phone to them. It’s very apparent that these two not only share so much love but they are loved by so many!!

Five Palms grassy lawn directly ocean front is one of our favorite locations for a venue wedding in Maui with easy beach access.

Paige & Andrew are both in the medical field. Paige is a Registered Nurse and Doctorate of Nurse Practitioner Student and Andrew is a Medical Student! We honor and thank them for everything that they have done through this pandemic. For a long time they’ve put other lives first, but today, their love comes first!

Paige was a stunning bride with a humorous and fun personality to be around. She made taking her portraits as easy as it gets, willing to be adventurous and explore the lava rock terrain. She also  communicated what was most important to her, the beach shots. We made sure to get some breathtaking wide shots and focus especially on the beautiful Maui backdrop.

Paige giggled with love every time she looked at her husband Andrew. It made for some perfect, natural smiles and moments that really captured their love for each other. 

Mahalo Paige & Andrew for choosing us to make your dream venue wedding in Maui happen! You were such a joy to work with and we wish you many years of love and happiness!

VENUE WEDDING IN MAUI – DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Photographer: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Venue Wedding Location: Five Palms

Beach Portraits Location: Keawekapu Beach

Maui Wedding Packages: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney

Maui Minister: Reverend Kuya

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Pastel by Dellables

Check out our last Maui venue wedding here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/high-school-sweethearts-malaya-jarqueces-maui-wedding/

Kristy & Darius were surrounded by so much love for the venue wedding in Maui! They are actually a local couple blessed with being able to have their family join them on their big day! It was extremely important to them to have their loved ones present and thankfully the restrictions on the island lifted just enough to make that happen!

We call this story Love & Basketball because that’s where the chemistry began. Kristy had her eyes on Darius for quite some time, but it wasn’t until a pickup game on the basketball court that she really caught his eye.

Kristy & Darius dated for about 8 years before Darius proposed. He ‘Popped the Question’ at his birthday celebration with all their friends and family in attendance. We love how this sweet pair cherishes their family! We know as their family grows they will continue to adore each other and grow this new family bond.

Camden is 5 months old and their biggest joy!! In addition to tying the knot and having a beautiful baby boy, Kristy & Darius also bought their first home this year! 2020 brought amazing things for this sweet couple!

It was such a pleasure being a part of your big day Kristy & Darius! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of it, your photos turned out amazing!

VENUE WEDDING IN MAUI – DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Venue Wedding Location: 5 Palms

Maui Wedding Packages: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Jen of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Minister: Reverend Richardo

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Dellables

Videographer: Gaucho Visuals

Hair: Gold from Salon 253

Makeup: Cherish from Arch Brow Studio

Musician: Jake from Manutea Nui E

Check out our last Maui 5 Palms wedding on the blog here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/maui-venue-wedding-joy-david/

Malaya & Jarquece are first-timers to Hawaii and we can’t think of a better time to visit than for their Maui Wedding! It was a perfect afternoon for sharing nuptials along the shores of the Pacific Ocean. The sun was shining, the breeze was light, and their close family and friends were in attendance to share in the moment with them! It was so important to them to give their families a different experience for their wedding and bringing them to Maui was just that!

Malaya & Jarquece are high school sweethearts. They knew each other for a few years and became close friends before they actually started dating. It became clear to Jarquece that he wanted Malaya to be his princess forever. He proposed to her back in 2018 on a trip to Miami for her birthday. These two seem to enjoy the warmer, tropical weather, and we’re so glad they decided on Maui for their wedding.

This gorgeous couple chose 5 Palms, which sits right in front of Keawekapu Beach. It’s really the best of both worlds because you can enjoy an intimate ceremony with your close family and friends, then walk right out to the beach for pictures. We really enjoyed spending time with them and getting to know their sweet family! We hope you enjoy the pictures of their special wedding day.

Malaya looked absolutely stunning and she took Jarquece’s breath away as she walked down the aisle to him. Jarquece was looking pretty dapper himself in his maroon suit, Louis Vuitton belt, and white sneakers! Loving the unique style here!!

This Maui sunset was one for the record books on Malaya & Jarquece’s Maui wedding day. The purples and oranges painted across the sky created an epic backdrop for their couple’s portraits.

Mahalo Malaya & Jarquece for choosing Simple Maui Wedding! You were such a pleasure to work with and we wish the very best for you two!!

VENUE WEDDING – DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Photographer: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Venue Wedding Location: Five Palms

Beach Portraits Location: Keawekapu Beach

Maui Wedding Packages: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney

Maui Minister: Reverend Kuya

Wedding Florals: Custom Bouquet by Dellables

Bridal Gown: Stella York

Check out our last Maui venue wedding here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/samolia-marks-maui-venue-wedding/

Joy & David booked their Maui Venue Wedding a few months ago and we were all on the edge of our seats seeing if the state would open up for tourism in time. Thankfully the state travel regulations changed and everything just fell into place. Joy & David were able to get here with their closest family and friends and they enjoyed an intimate ceremony at the 5 Palms.

The morning of the wedding they were singing “Going to the Chapel and we’re gonna to get ma-a-a-rried” as they were playfully getting ready! They enjoyed that song so much that they decided to play it just before Joy walked down the aisle to David. The love and excitement that Joy & David share is so special! They were blessed with a rainbow just after their ceremony and they consider that a sign of good luck! We would have to agree, and we feel very lucky that you chose us to be a part of your special day.

We could see a rain shower slowly headed our way during the wedding & couples pictures afterwards but luckily it held off and they got great sunset shots, which was their dream for the wedding!

Mahalo Joy & David for choosing us to be a part of your Maui Venue Wedding. It was a pleasure working with you and meeting your beautiful families!!

Maui Venue Wedding – DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographer: Karma from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Venue Wedding Location: 5 Palms

Maui Wedding Packages: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Emily of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Minister: Reverend Kuya

Wedding Florals: Custom Bouquet by Dellables

Videographer: All Time Media

Check out our last Maui venue wedding on the blog here: https://simplemauiwedding.net/backup-plan-perfection-nicole-averys-intimate-maui-venue-wedding/

At Simple Maui Wedding, we’ll plan your beautiful ceremony, but we want you to have the best experience, from getting ready to the reception! We’ve put together some of our top Maui wedding reception venues to help you plan your after-party: whether you’d prefer a romantic table for two or a large venue for all your friends and family to dance the night away, Maui has some of the world’s most beautiful options!

Follow along with us as we detail our top Maui wedding reception venues!

~ Table of Contents ~

Maui Wedding Reception Venues

✦ The Fairmont Kea Lani

Located in the heart of Wailea and just steps from the shores of Polo Beach, the Fairmont Kea Lani offers luxurious accommodations and world-renowned dining. Two of our favorite Maui wedding reception venues are located on the grounds of this resort: Ko Restaurant and Nick’s Fishmarket. Both restaurants offer tropical atmospheres and unbeatable cuisine.

~Ko Restaurant~

Located in the Fairmont Kea Lani, this restaurant sits near Polo Beach and is only a short drive away from any of our South Maui Beaches.

You can choose to either dine within the restaurant for smaller tables or book a private, intimate location surrounded by tropical palm trees, exotic flowers, and flickering torches.

With their intuitive “group dining menus,” planning a reception in Maui has never been easier…

You can add beautiful centerpieces to your Maui wedding floral order to bring an elegant personal touch to the decor of your table.

~Nick’s Fishmarket~

Nick’s Fishmarket is also situated in the beautiful Fairmont Kea Lani resort in Wailea. The name says it all: their cuisine is famous for its upscale, seafood driven menu, but they do offer meats and vegetarian dishes as well.

They can accommodate an intimate party of 2 at a table overlooking the resort OR they have a private dining room for larger parties that can be decorated however you’d like.

Speaker systems are restricted out of respect to other restaurant guests, but you can have a musician, a small hula show, or even a romantic first dance as husband and wife!

To give it a personal touch, you could add a couple of centerpieces to your flower order or work with our florist to set up the reception decor of your dreams.

✦ Gannon’s Restaurant

Gannon’s Restaurant is one of our favorite venues for Maui weddings. With sweeping panoramic ocean views and spectacular sunsets, Gannon’s is the perfect spot to say “I do” and then party the night away. The grounds are extensive, which means plenty of location options for your Maui reception.

~Gannon’s Outdoor Reception~

Gannon’s Lower Lawn is a great option for larger receptions on Maui with a little more focus on the guests’ experience. This reception spot is just off of the restaurant, so it’s private enough that you won’t get other restaurant-goers walking through.

What we love about this location is that it can have the look & feel of a traditional reception (with custom table layouts, a dance floor, and your own bar), but it’s still simple and budget-friendly like a restaurant reception!

It sits right above the ceremony lawn, so if you’re having a Gannon’s Grassy Knoll wedding ceremony, your guests can head right up to the reception while you venture to the beach for sunset newly-wed portraits.

They allow a DJ and dancing at this venue, and they also have an in-house staff that will help you plan the menu, bar, and dancing.

~Gannon’s Indoor Reception~

This area is used as a rain backup if you have a wedding planned at Gannon’s. The staff will prepare the area so you have a lovely ceremony set up that they can quickly flip into a reception.

Even though it’s a backup option, it’s still beautiful, lively, and semi-private. There’s enough room for dinner and dancing, and you’ll still be away from the rest of the restaurant.

If it’s not too windy, then you can overflow onto the patio where there are illuminated Palm Trees and a tropical pond.

Gannon’s indoor reception features the same delicious menu and decor options as their outdoor location.

~Gannon’s Small Table~

You don’t have to book a large reception to enjoy the fabulous food and ambiance of Gannon’s. Their Upper Pond and Lower Pond (see photos above) offer tables on the sweeping terrace of their restaurant that will make your smaller group feel just as special.

You can have a cake cutting and a set menu just like a full reception, and enjoy the beautiful grounds that the golf course offers.

See below for another small table setup at Gannon’s Upper Pond location.

✦ Hotel Wailea

Voted “Top 21 Most Romantic Hotels in the World” by Conde Nast Traveller and “100 Best Hotels in the World” by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, the Hotel Wailea is more of an oasis than a hotel, and their Maui wedding receptions venues certainly follow suit.

~Hotel Wailea’s Anuhea Ballroom~

This space is simply stunning. For a 100% private experience in a hall fit for royalty, there’s no better Maui wedding reception venue than the Anuhea Ballroom in Hotel Wailea.

The hotel staff will expertly deck this elegant hall to accommodate your wedding party and decor. Although the ballroom is more intricate & expensive than their restaurant space (see below), it will allow more customizations, like entertainment, full privacy, and more menu options.

~Restaurant at Hotel Wailea Garden Option~

Voted “Top 10 Restaurants in Maui,” this gorgeous Maui wedding reception venue features exquisite cuisine and sweeping panoramic views. You can enjoy the amazing food of The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea in a semi-private outdoor garden setting.

This intimate space is perfect for a quick first dance and quiet enough for a toast.

✦ Four Seasons

The Four Seasons in Wailea, Maui is the epitome of high-end luxury. If you love the resort feel, with endless details and refined decor, then this is the venue for you. Situated in the heart of Wailea with an expansive view of the coastline, The Four Seasons Maui is an award-winning resort designed around elegance and luxury with a splash of tropical fun.

~Wailea Lawn~

If you select this breezy outdoor Maui wedding reception venue, you’ll have views of the resorts fountains and swaying palms. The hotel will do the catering for your meal and the staff will be available to help with decorations and planning.

~Beachfront Lawn~

This Maui reception venue at the Four Seasons is intimate and casual, while perfectly melding upscale contemporary with rustic beach vibes. You’ll overlook the ocean as you dine at a private table with a custom menu created by their expert chefs. This locale is one of our personal favorites for small receptions — even the founders of Simple Maui Wedding, Karma & Steve Hill, selected it to celebrate their vow renewal! Check out their sweet photos above.

The Four Seasons also has other lovely lawns to choose from. If a restaurant setting is preferred, this venue has several upscale restaurants such as Spago, Ferraro’s, and Duo to choose from.

✦ Steeple House

Built in the 1950s, The Steeple House is in the beautiful area of Kapalua, close to Ironwoods Beach and the Ritz Carlton.

This Maui wedding reception venue offers a lovely indoor setting where you can create a custom experience. The venue partners with Celebrations Catering, who can help with food, staffing, rentals, and more.

You can also rent their outdoor lawn for a reception under a tent.

We plan ceremonies here as well, so it’s a great option if you want to keep your ceremony and reception in one place.

✦ Merriman’s Restaurant Kapalua

View spectacular sunsets as you dine at the Merriman’s and indulge in live music during your Maui wedding reception. Their menu features an extensive wine list with numerous specialty cocktails.

You can buy out the entire venue, have a private table on the patio, or simply enjoy a romantic table for two in the restaurant. The Merriman’s Kapalua can accommodate any guest count.

✦ Plantation House Restaurant

Enjoy unparalleled dining with this award-winning restaurant. The Plantation House Restaurant received an ‘Aipono Award for “Most Romantic Restaurant” in 2008. Specializing in fresh fish and island-inspired cuisine, the menu is only rivaled by the breathtaking views.

The Plantation House Restaurant offers a beautiful outdoor setting for ocean view receptions. There are numerous dining options as well, from a fully private meal to a table in their dining room, or a cocktail hour on their patio.

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Whether you’re planning a large reception or an intimate dinner for two, these Maui wedding reception venues are simply spectacular. Contact us today so we can help put you in contact with the events team at these lovely reception venues or to learn more about our award-winning Maui wedding ceremony packages.