Makena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Maluaka Beach which includes landscape views
Maluaka Beach featuring a coastal town, rocky coastline and tropical scenes
Makena
Makena
Makena Beach State Park which includes a sandy beach

Popular places to visit

Maluaka Beach which includes rocky coastline, mountains and a pebble beach

Maluaka Beach

This sandy, tree-lined stretch of coast is one of the best spots on Maui for viewing Hawaiian green turtles.

Maluaka Beach
Makena Beach State Park showing a beach

Makena State Park Beach

Choose from three different beaches, each with its own character, along this unspoilt stretch of Maui’s southern shoreline.

Makena State Park Beach
Makena Beaches

Makena Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Makena Beaches during your trip to Kihei? Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

Makena Beaches
Little Beach

Little Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Little Beach during your travels in Kihei? Wander the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Little Beach
Makena Landing Park

Makena Landing Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Makena Landing Park during your trip to Kihei? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Makena Landing Park
La Perouse Bay

La Perouse Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at La Perouse Bay during your travels in Makena. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.

La Perouse Bay

Activities

Kayaking Adventure

Makena Turtle Town Eco Adventure in Maui

AU$145
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Makena Turtle Town Eco Adventure in Maui
Fire Knife Performance at South Maui Gardens' Weekly Hula Show

Maui Hula Show: Hula and Fire Dancing at South Maui Gardens

AU$197
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Maui Hula Show: Hula and Fire Dancing at South Maui Gardens
Turtle Town Snorkel with Photo and Video

Turtle Town Snorkel with Photo and Video

AU$210
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Turtle Town Snorkel with Photo and Video
Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

AU$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session
Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour

Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour (7am-9:30am)

AU$189
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour (7am-9:30am)
South Maui: PM Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater

AU$136
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater
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Our pick of the best Makena Hotel Deals

Maui Coast Hotel

Maui Coast Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2259 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI
The price is AU$460 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
AU$460
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,213 reviews)
"Spacious, clean room. Great value. Loved going to South Maui Gardens nearby."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Maui Coast Hotel
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

5 out of 5
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Kihei, HI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$1,186 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$1,186
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 9 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Wonderful accommodations!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

5 out of 5
3900 Wailea Alanui Drive, Kihei, HI
The price is AU$1,367 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$1,367
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"I am not a big resort in Hawaii sort of person, but this was worth every penny and there were a lot of pennies involved"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Fairmont Kea Lani Maui

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui

5 out of 5
4100 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI
The price is AU$1,536 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$1,536
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"Very nice. Pools were all well staffed and they do not let people claim loungers all day, which i really appreciate."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - a concept by Hyatt

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - a concept by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
3550 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI
The price is AU$1,612 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$1,612
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"This place is not for the average traveller. Plan on a large budget. The breakfast buffet for two with one mimosa each ran roughly $160 after tip. Dinner for two was a little over $400, after tip. The Luao for two was around $850. It was our 10-year anniversary, and I was well prepared and fully ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - a concept by Hyatt
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

4.5 out of 5
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI
The price is AU$1,076 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$1,076
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"we came for a family trip and it couldnt have gone better. staff was great pool were awesome. highly recommend and would come back!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
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Other neighbourhoods around Makena

Maluaka Beach featuring landscape views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Wailea

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Wailea is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Wailea Beach and Shops at Wailea.

Wailea
Keawakapu Beach showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

South Kihei

While visiting South Kihei, you might make a stop by sights like Kamaole Beach Park 2 and Kamaole Beach Park 3.

South Kihei
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Halama Street

While visiting Halama Street, you might make a stop by sights like Kihei Town Center Shopping Center and Coast Guard Beach.

Halama Street
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Central Kihei

While visiting Central Kihei, you might make a stop by sights like Kihei Regional Park and Kihei Town Center Shopping Center.

Central Kihei
Kihei which includes fashion, signage and shopping

North Kihei

If you're spending some time in North Kihei, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters and Kalepolepo Beach Park are top sights worth seeing.

North Kihei

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