For the price, location, and convenience, the Outrigger Napili Shores can’t be beat. Located about a 45-minute drive from Kahului airport, the resort is oceanfront, on a rocky point with a quaint, tropical garden setting and just steps away from the beautiful white sand beach at Napili Bay. The atmosphere is secluded because there are only three or four buildings, two stories high which make up the 100 or so studios and one-bedroom condos. The accommodations were very clean and comfortable and offered full kitchens including a full size fridge, stove, microwave and dishwasher. The bathroom was clean and roomy as well.
As we stepped into our oceanfront studio, we gasped at the sight of our private ocean view, with views of neighbor islands of Molokai and Lanai. Our balcony featured a small table with two chairs and was big enough for the oceanfront dining we cooked in our room. Our stay was in the summer, but this is said to be an ideal location during whale-watching season (December – April).
There was an oceanfront pool and another pool and jacuzzi towards the back, all had views of the ocean. There was also a popular restaurant on site, which served breakfast and lunch (see more at my review of The Gazebo). Other amenities included free parking, shuffleboard, barbeques and an activities desk to assist with booking excursions.
Great snorkeling can be found on either side of Napili Shores, including Honokeana Cove, at the condos on left side of Napili Shores. If you’re in search of spotting sea turtles, you won’t be disappointed; one swam only five feet or so towards us, just minutes after we entered the water. For snorkel gear, there is a nearby shopping center with a Snorkel Bob’s. There is also a food market, and a few other shops and eateries, including an affordable little Mexican café. The tacos were quite tasty!
For a little nightlife, the "happening" Kaanapali or Lahaina are only 10-15 minutes away. Nearby, at the upscale Kapalua Resort, golf and tennis is available.
People's definition of "high end" can vary. What made this place a gem for us were the atmosphere, convenient amenities, and location. **We found the best discounts available for the Napili Shores through the Entertaiment Book.