The best beach wedding venues in Hawaii
Ranked by the couples who actually got married there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 253,981 reviews of Hawaii venues. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true beach wedding venues only, one entry per venue, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach
4.4 ★★★★☆ 6,110 reviews · Honolulu, HI
Polished oceanfront hotel dating from 1901, offering a spa, refined dining & an outdoor pool.
“Staying at this hotel was quite a wonderful experience and it was everything we hoped for and more. An absolutely beautiful, elegant historic hotel that just finished renovations a…” — Chris
#2 Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,175 reviews · Wailea, HI
Upmarket property with restaurants & a spa, plus outdoor pools & a fitness center.
“We stayed at Wailea Beach Resort for a five-day family vacation and had a wonderful experience. The resort is beautiful and offers a wide range of amenities. The pools, activities,…” — Arun
#3 The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki
4.4 ★★★★☆ 4,711 reviews · Honolulu, HI
Polished 1927 beachfront resort offering dining options, multiple outdoor pools & a spa.
“We stayed at the Royal Hawaiian for four nights, and we make it a point to stay here at least once a year whenever we come to Hawaii. We’re always so pleased with the overall exper…” — Emma
#4 Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,184 reviews · Kapolei, HI
Polished rooms & suites in a luxe resort with dining & a poolside bar, plus a private beach & a spa.
“Beautiful Property with Amazing Amenities (4/5 Stars) The Good: Convenient Location: Great location that is much closer to the airport, making travel days smooth and easy. Lots of …” — Zachary
#5 Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,677 reviews · Kihei, HI
Elegant quarters in an island property featuring a spa, dining & pools, plus tennis & beach access.
“The Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea sets the gold standard for Hawaiian luxury, effortlessly blending timeless elegance with warm aloha spirit. Situated on a pristine stretch of…” — Ravindra
#6 The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,040 reviews · Lahaina, HI
Elegant property with 6 restaurants, a full-service spa & an outdoor pool.
“I wish I could give the Ritz Maui service more than five stars. Just got back from 11 days there with my husband and we loved every minute. From the minute we walked in to the minu…” — Lisa
#7 The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue
4.5 ★★★★★ 3,513 reviews · Lihue, HI
Beachfront retreat with airy rooms, an outdoor pool & a spa, plus event spaces & 4 restaurants.
“We had a wonderful stay at the Royal Sonesta. Everything was top notch from the rooms to the pool (and poolside bar) to the grass lawns and beach. Centrally located to access all p…” — Kurt
#8 OUTRIGGER Kāʻanapali Beach Resort
4.4 ★★★★☆ 3,929 reviews · Lahaina, HI
Low-rise beach resort amid lush gardens featuring free hula shows, ukulele lessons & lei ceremonies.
“We had a wonderful stay at this oceanfront hotel and would gladly return. The location is hard to beat, with beautiful views of the ocean right from the property and easy access to…” — Adam
#9 Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
4.4 ★★★★☆ 3,862 reviews · Waikoloa Village, HI
Classy beachfront hotel offering stylish rooms & suites, plus a restaurant, spa & 2 golf courses.
“This continues to be our favorite spot on the big island and not only has it been great - it’s gotten better with the recent upgrades and refresh across the hotel. The hotel is cle…” — Joey
#10 The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali
4.3 ★★★★☆ 4,059 reviews · Lahaina, HI
Modern beachfront property with a spa, a fitness center & 4 outdoor pools, plus oceanside dining.
“It’s upscale so things are a bit pricey. The pool area is fantastic for kids and families as well as adults. The beach front is also great with plenty of sand and swimmable waters.…” — Tim