lifestyle hotel photography

Hyatt Regency Maui | Hospitality Photo + Video

 

Partnering with Hyatt Regency Maui was an incredible opportunity to showcase the hotel’s vibrant hospitality, stunning interiors, and lifestyle experiences through both photography and video. Together, we created a series of visual content that highlights the resort’s luxurious atmosphere, from thoughtfully designed guest rooms to the inviting Endless Summer Cabana, a new offering that brings vacationers the ultimate beachfront experience.

During the shoot, I focused on capturing the hotel’s full personality: the warm, welcoming interiors, the crisp lines and textures of public spaces, and the vibrant energy of their restaurants. Japengo and Umalu were key highlights — each offering a distinct ambiance, from sophisticated fine dining to casual, sun-soaked lounge vibes. Through lifestyle imagery and dynamic video, I aimed to show how guests can truly experience the resort: relaxing by the pool, enjoying ocean views, and immersing themselves in the unique energy of Maui.

My approach as a lifestyle and hospitality photographer and videographer emphasizes collaboration, natural light, and storytelling. Every frame — still or moving — was designed to evoke a feeling: a sense of place, comfort, and escape, rather than just documenting spaces. By working closely with the Hyatt team, we captured content that feels editorial, polished, and intentional, reflecting the premium experience the resort provides.

Even though this was a trade collaboration, the scope, creative direction, and quality of imagery and video position it as a professional, high-value project — the kind of work that any luxury hotel would be proud to invest in. The result is a visual story of Hyatt Regency Maui that inspires travel, conveys atmosphere, and highlights every detail that makes this resort unforgettable.

Luxury Hotel Photography in San Diego | Kona Kai Resort by Emily Keeney

Working with the team at Kona Kai Resort in San Diego was such a great experience. I was brought on to photograph and film their refreshed guest experience — highlighting everything from the suites and spa to their waterfront dining and beachside lounging areas. The goal was to create elevated, lifestyle-driven visuals that reflected the relaxed luxury of the property, and gave future guests a sense of what a stay truly feels like.

I often work with boutique and luxury hotels that are looking for a blend of editorial storytelling and clean, high-end imagery for their marketing libraries. For Kona Kai, we focused on capturing both the design of the spaces and the emotional tone of the experience — sun-washed rooms, cocktails by the fire, slow mornings on the marina. We styled each setup to feel effortless but intentional, knowing these assets would be used across web, social, and paid campaigns.

Alongside the stills, I created a brand video that wove together short lifestyle scenes with ambient resort footage to help convey the rhythm of a day at Kona Kai. Video can be such a powerful tool in the hospitality space — giving a sense of atmosphere, movement, and the overall experience in a way that complements still imagery without repeating it.

You can view the final video here: Kona Kai Resort Brand Film

Projects like this are always a favorite — blending thoughtful styling, intentional pacing, and a strong visual narrative to help a property stand out without feeling overproduced.