Marriott International has entered an agreement with Kemmons Wilson Hospitality Partners (KWHP) to add The Resort at Kapalua Bay in Maui, Hawai’i, to its luxury portfolio.

Marriott is now managing operations of the property while renovation work is underway, with plans for the resort to join the St Regis Hotels & Resorts brand in 2027.

Located on 25 acres of oceanfront within the Kapalua Resort community, The Resort at Kapalua Bay offers 146 residences with multiple bedrooms and ocean views, providing private accommodation and hospitality services.

Guests at the resort can access amenities, including accommodations ranging from 1,774ft² to over 4,050ft², championship golf courses and tennis courts, a spa with 19 treatment rooms, indoor and outdoor event spaces totalling over 33,000ft² and direct beach access.

The deal increases Marriott’s Hawai’i footprint to nearly 30 open properties and six more under development.

Marriott, North America, global mixed-use and luxury chief development officer Dana Jacobsohn said: “We are proud to work with Kemmons Wilson on the evolution of this exceptional resort.

“Kapalua Bay is one of the most iconic leisure destinations in the world, and this agreement reflects our continued momentum in growing a best-in-class luxury resort portfolio that resonates with today’s discerning luxury traveller.”

KWHP's chief investment officer Webb Wilson said: “KWHP is thrilled to soon welcome St Regis to Kapalua Bay. Since first investing in this extraordinary resort, our vision has been to continually elevate the quality, service, and care that define the guest experience here."

In an earlier development, Marriott recently entered an agreement with PHC Queenstown to introduce the St Regis Hotels & Resorts brand to Queenstown, marking the first St Regis property in New Zealand.