Third-party management firm Springboard Hospitality has opened the newly built Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore on the site of the historic Maui Palms Hotel. The oceanfront property is set along the shores of Kahului Bay and embraces the rich cultural history of the region, from its early days as a center of fishing families at Kolo Grounds to its evolution into a thriving railroad town in the late 1800s, according to the company.
“We’re beyond excited to welcome guests to Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore this spring and to contribute to the island’s positive tourism resurgence,” said Serkan Hizliok, area general manager of Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore, in a statement. “From thoughtful design to culturally immersive experiences, every detail of the property is deeply inspired by the spirit of Maui, and we’re proud to offer an experience guests won’t find anywhere else.”
Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore features 136 guest rooms, including ocean-view suites, with options for king or double queen beds, as well as connecting and ADA-accessible accommodations. Each room has views of either Haleakala or the Kahului bay and comes equipped with convenient amenities like a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, and luggage rack.
The hotel’s design incorporates local elements that tie back to Maui’s unique culture. Key design features include a traditional Hawaiian-inspired porte cochère and color schemes inspired by the surrounding beaches, lush greenery, and the ever-changing tones of the Pacific Ocean—bringing the outside in with calming blues, sandy neutrals, and organic textures that echo the island’s raw beauty, according to the company.
The property also incorporates locally inspired artwork, including a large mural designed and painted by Maui-based artist Alexandra Underwood, prominently displayed in the hotel lobby. Paying homage to the former Maui Palms Hotel, The Palms Bar & Bites is set to open later this summer with casual bites and tropical cocktails served in the restaurant’s indoor and outdoor patio space, along with poolside service.