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Spa Profile: Montage Kapalua Bay in Maui, Hawaii

Montage Kapalua Bay in Maui, Hawaii

Set on 24-acres with stunning views of the picturesque Kapalua Bay in Maui, Hawaii, Montage Kapalua Bay is an intimate resort that showcases the Hawaiian lifestyle. The cliffside resort features 70 residences, grand residences, signature residences, and privately owned Montage residences. 

Guests enjoy tropical relaxation with a multi-tiered lagoon pool which cascades down the center of the resort, as well as four restaurants and bars. The 40,000-sq. ft. Spa Montage harnesses the essence of Hawaii with an exceptional palette of spa therapies, beauty treatments and wellness offerings inspired by the tropical surroundings.

We chatted with Jessica Candy, director of spa, to learn more about the luxurious Hawaiian spa. 

Jessica Candy, Director of Spa at Spa Montage Kapalua Bay

Can you share a little about your background in the industry?

I have worked in the spa and beauty industry since 2004, holding positions in a wide range of spa settings from day spas, resorts, hotels, and medical spa operations. Prior to taking on the role of Director of Spa & Retail at Spa Montage Kapalua Bay I was the Director of Spa at Hawanawana Spa at Four Seasons Resort Lanai. Some of my other roles included Spa Manager overseeing operations and management of spa and fitness offerings at the Resort at Squaw Creek in Olympic Valley, California as well as Cooper Spa in Dallas, Texas; Spa Operations Manager at Skincare Butik, a specialized skincare spa in Corpus Christi, Texas; Director of Operations at Ross Medical Care, a direct primary care clinic in Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Aesthetics Director of WellQuest Medical & Aesthetics, also in Tulsa.

Cliff House

What guests love most about Spa Montage at Montage Kapalua Bay:

Guests are drawn to the beautiful, serene environment, and enjoy the option of having services indoors or outdoors in their very own spa hale. The experience makes guests feel immersed in the beauty of the island and nature.  

Spa Montage Kapalua Bay Reception

Key Features: 

Spa Montage has so much to offer, including a fully equipped fitness center, a beautiful infinity pool, and hydrotherapy areas that include steam, sauna, bamboo rainfall shower and whirlpools. We also offer a wide range of treatments including face, body, nails, hair, and wellness classes. There is something for everyone! As guests fall in love with the products used in our services, they can also shop in our luxurious retail boutique.   

Spa Montage Outdoor Garden

Spa Bonus: 

When guests book a service at Spa Montage that is over $150, they receive complimentary access to our facilities for the day.  

Outdoor Spa Room

Insider’s Tip: 

Come early and spend a full day in our beautiful facilities! 

Spa Snacks: 

Fresh fruit, mixed nut and berry blends as well as water and tea. We look forward to expanding our options now that state COVID restrictions have been lifted. 

Thermal Experience

Signature Treatment: 

Awa & Cacao Hawaiian Cocoon – Created exclusively for Spa Montage Kapalua Bay, this wellness therapy beautifully blends warm ‘awa and cacao that naturally polishes the body. A relaxing scalp, neck and foot massage will follow while the body is embraced in warm blankets. A luxurious moisture application will conclude this unique experience.

Unique Treatment: 

Journey Through the Ocean – This exquisite and synchronized treatment is performed by two therapists. Located in an outdoor hale (house), begin your journey with an organic and marine-based body exfoliation to stimulate tired skin. Flowing to a face, hand, and foot treatment, find renewal in a harmonizing massage. Calm your senses and bask in relaxation with this ultimate indulgence.

Spa Montage

Insider’s Favorite: 

Our Maui Romance package is truly special! Couples share a coconut milk bath in a stone carved outdoor tub followed by a personalized massage in a breathtaking private outdoor treatment room.

Spa Pool

Wellness Offerings: 

Spa Montage Kapalua Bay offers customizable fitness programs that bring together all the components that contribute to malama ke kino, Hawaiian for “taking care of the body”. Spa Montage’s fitness professionals specialize in a variety of techniques to complement and enrich a guest’s spa experience, such as group fitness classes, yoga classes, personal training sessions, and other wellness and workout classes.

Featured Products: 

Valmont & Osea.

For more information, visit montagehotels.com/kapaluabay and follow @montagekapalua.

Montage Kapalua Bay
1 Bay Drive, Lahaina, HI 96761 
(808) 665-8282

[Images courtesy of Montage Kapalua Bay]