Central Maui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Wailuku featuring shopping and signage
Wailuku which includes heritage architecture and a house
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Photo provided by Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau
Wailuku showing outdoor art
Wailuku which includes signage

Where to stay in Central Maui

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Wailuku Heights

While Wailuku Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Iao Valley State Park and Maui Tropical Plantation.

Wailuku Heights
Maui Beach Hotel

Maui Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
170 W Kaahumanu Avenue, Kahului, HI
The price is NZ$441 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$441
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kahului. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7/10 Good! (1,083 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Maui Beach Hotel
Maui Seaside Hotel

Maui Seaside Hotel

3 out of 5
100 W Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului, HI
The price is NZ$525 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$525
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Kahului. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,207 reviews)
"Maui Seaside Hotel is a good value. All the staff members were very friendly. We especially liked how walkable it is to the mall, the theater, and a bakery."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Maui Seaside Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore

Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore

3 out of 5
130 West Kaahumanu Avenue, Kahului, HI
The price is NZ$788 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$788
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Kahului. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ho'aloha Park and Queen Ka’ahumanu Center ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"This property was built with in the last few months. Everything was brand new!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore
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Aston Kaanapali Shores

Aston Kaanapali Shores

3.5 out of 5
3445 Lower Honoapiilani Hwy, Lahaina, HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaanapali. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,651 reviews)
"Family friendly, pool area is great for kids and love that there is a grocery store right across the hotel!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Aston Kaanapali Shores
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

3 out of 5
45 Kai Ala Dr, Lahaina, HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaanapali. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,435 reviews)
"The staff is amazing! Joe explains everything in detail and very helpful. Will definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas
The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

4 out of 5
2481 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Kaanapali. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews)
"I highly recommend this resort. Its prime location near the beach makes it incredibly convenient for guests, and it’s just a short distance from all the main coral reef tour departures. The proximity to local attractions and activities adds great value to the stay, especially for those looking to ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Maui Tropical Plantation

Maui Tropical Plantation

Explore the lovely green spaces of Maui Tropical Plantation and enjoy the surfing in Waikapu. In the area, take in the great live music and beautiful sunsets.

Maui Tropical Plantation
Kanaha Beach Park

Kanaha Beach Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kanaha Beach Park during your travels in Kahului? Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kanaha Beach Park
The Dunes at Maui Lani

The Dunes at Maui Lani

Play a round of golf in Kahului at The Dunes at Maui Lani, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. In the area, take in the great live music and beautiful sunsets.

The Dunes at Maui Lani
Iao Valley State Park

Iao Valley State Park

Beautiful rainforest meets towering cliffs in this accessible state park.

Iao Valley State Park
King Kamehameha Golf Club

King Kamehameha Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Wailuku at King Kamehameha Golf Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

King Kamehameha Golf Club
Ho'aloha Park

Ho'aloha Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ho'aloha Park during your trip to Kahului? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Ho'aloha Park

Cities near Central Maui

Kahului showing mountains, general coastal views and landscape views

Kahului

Kihei

Kihei

Wailuku

Wailuku

Photo by Ernesto Ribeiro

Waikapu