The CoralTree Residence Collection sits in that sweet spot hotels and vacation rentals can’t quite reach. Hotels are glamorous, but can be cramped for space. Vacation rentals give you space, but often without consistency or service. CoralTree blends the best of both: privately owned residences in world-class destinations, managed with the polish of luxury hospitality, yet designed to actually live in.
We’re talking chef’s kitchens where families gather for breakfast, washer/dryers that save you from packing mountains of clothes, multiple bedrooms with doors you can actually close, and several bathrooms that make mornings seamless. Living and dining areas offer space to stretch out, and lanais frame views so beautiful, they set the rhythm for your day. It’s luxe, yes... but it’s smart, especially for families.
Here’s what it’s like to actually stay.
Kaanapali Alii, Maui
Mornings at Kaanapali Alii start with Kona coffee on the lanai, as the sound of waves sets the mood. A memorable moment: kids running down to the sand barefoot, chasing the foam as if it were a game invented just for them. The beauty of Alii is that you don’t have to plan every second; the beach is your backyard. The waves just outside are perfect for boogie boarding- thrilling enough for teens, but playful enough for younger kids learning to ride.
By mid-morning, gravitate toward the pool, where a waterfall feature becomes a playground, or sneak off for a workout or a tennis match. Lunch happens around the community grills, where neighbors share tips on where to snorkel next, and someone always seems to be flipping fresh fish. By afternoon, wander to Whalers Village for shave ice or browsing shops.
Evenings in paradise are picturesque. Catch the sunset as you cook dinner in the kitchen, open every sliding door, and let the trade winds fill the room. With multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, everyone has their own space to retreat. It doesn’t feel like a hotel stay... it feels like a temporary slice of Hawaiian home.
Tip: Experience Lahaina’s dining gems, Mala Ocean Tavern and Coco Deck. Lahaina welcomes you with open arms, and there’s no better way to soak it in than with brunch at Mala Ocean Tavern, perched right on the water, or a sunset cocktail at Coco Deck. These sister restaurants aren’t just beloved by locals and visitors, they’re award-winners. At the 2025 ‘Aipono Awards, Mala Ocean Tavern earned Gold for Best Oceanfront Dining and multiple Silvers, including Most “Maui-est” and Restaurant of the Year. Honorable mentions highlighted their handcrafted cocktails and innovative menu. Insider pick? Coco Deck’s Poke Donut: a fried dough topped with fresh ahi poke, Kula onion, spicy mayo, soy glaze, and sesame.
Mauna Lani Point, The Big Island
Arriving at Mauna Lani Point feels like stepping into a movie. Lava fields, emerald fairways, and suddenly- the ocean crashing against cliffs so dramatic it silences everyone in the car. By breakfast, get seated on your private lanai, watching waves slam into black rock like a private show.
Kids will beg to head straight to the Mauna Lani Beach Club, a white-sand cove tucked into the coast. It’s pool-like... calm and perfect; a bay ideal for swimming. They’ll snorkel for hours, faces pressed into the water, surfacing only to squeal about spotting schools of fish. When hunger strikes, towel off, grab a table at Napua Restaurant, and eat fresh poke bowls overlooking the ocean.
Back “home,” the afternoon is slow: a dip in the pool or a nap in the living room. By evening, gather at your personal dining table, grilling local fish as the sky explodes in color. With expansive villas featuring multiple bedrooms, full kitchens, and private lanais, Mauna Lani Point distills the Big Island into one seamless experience- untamed beauty softened by the comfort of a residence that feels truly yours.
Wailea Beach Villas, Maui
Wailea Beach Villas is where Maui goes glam. The first time the private elevator doors open into your private penthouse, your heart will skip a beat. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame nothing but blue ocean, and the kitchen... sleek, sprawling, fully stocked, and chef-ready... feels like the centerpiece of a home designed to impress. Multiple bedrooms and bathrooms make it effortless for families or groups to spread out in comfort.
Wailea days are indulgent in the best way. Rise early to snorkel in Wailea’s crystal-clear waters, when visibility is sharpest and spotting sea turtles feels almost guaranteed. Kids race to the family pool while adults sneak off to the infinity-edge for a moment of quiet. Midday, slip through a private gate into The Shops at Wailea: ice cream for the kids paired with, perhaps, a little Gucci browsing.
Back at the villa, evenings are pure magic. Witness a pink-skied sunset on Wailea Beach, one of the best in the world, and dive the waves at dusk. While there are plenty of options to dine out, you won’t want to leave your impressive abode; cook dinner in that dreamy kitchen, then step onto the lanai to watch the stars take over the sky. When the kids close their eyes in their own bedrooms, pour one last glass of wine, savoring a version of home you’ll never want to leave.
Why CoralTree Works
CoralTree offers more than a stay... it’s the luxury of living well. Space to breathe, freedom to linger, and details that matter: kitchens, laundry, real bedrooms. Not catered excess, not roughing it, but the best of both. For families, it’s comfort and beauty combined; a smart way to travel. coraltreeresidencecollection.com