Kihei Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kihei
Kihei
Kihei
Kihei
Kihei

With charm and a beautiful shoreline, this Maui town is filled with fun and unusual attractions worth a daytrip or a lengthy stay.

In the tiny area of Kihei in Maui it’s hard to tell fantasy from reality as you look out over clear water while feeling the softness and warmth of sand between your toes. Surf, swim or relax as you would at any beach. Bring your sunscreen and a camera to make your own postcard of the gorgeous setting.

Any trip to Kihei centers on the Kamaole Beach Parks in the south half of Kihei. Pristine sand, handsome palms and breathtaking spreads of volcanic rock make these beaches you’ll always remember. Linger in the water all day or find the best place to read a book and wait for the sunset.

The water in Kihei is delightful. Rent snorkeling gear and swim with the turtles. Scuba dive in the company of friendly dolphins or visit the ocean floor and examine urchins and other sea creatures. Paddleboard across the surface and spot colorful varieties of fish. Make a trip to the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Visitor Center to deepen your understanding of the area’s precious wildlife.

Stroll along the boardwalk of the Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the quiet meadows. This refuge is a favorite among bird-watchers, who lie in wait to spot coot, stilt and other species. Watch for nests while you’re here. These delicate bird homes tend to be at ground level and are full of colorful, delicate, variegated eggs.

For a change of pace, stand at the sidelines of the Maui Raceway Park. Hot rods, drag racers and muscle cars come together here to create a spectacle that’s truly out of the ordinary. Check before your visit for fees and scheduling.

Fly into Kahului Airport and drive south 12 miles (19 kilometers) to reach Kihei. Rent a car at the airport so that you can continue exploring Maui afterward. Once you sit down for a fresh plate of seafood and tropical juice, you may be tempted to extend your stay in Kihei.

Where to stay in Kihei

Maluaka Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and landscape views

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
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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
Maui Coast Hotel
Maui Coast Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2259 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI
The price is NZ$527 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$527
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,029 reviews)
Great beach access and ocean view
"The best feature of this hotel was the convenient walking access to a lovely beach. We loved the view from our ocean-view room. Our room, in the new building, was wonderful."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 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
The price is NZ$1,857 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$1,857
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (1,003 reviews)
"We had the best time! The property is absolutely gorgeous and the weather was perfect."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
5 out of 5
4100 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI
The price is NZ$1,598 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$1,598
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was beautiful and the staff was so very friendly."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
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.
Maui Beach Vacation Club
Maui Beach Vacation Club
2.5 out of 5
515 S. Kihei Road, Kihei, HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (765 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Maui Beach Vacation Club
Castle Kama'ole Sands
Castle Kama'ole Sands
3 out of 5
2695 S Kihei Road, Kihei, HI
Stay at this 3-star condo in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,241 reviews)
"The location is perfect! The beach across the street is clean and spacious. The pool and grounds are well cared for and beautiful. The front desk staff was friendly and the elevators were fast. The property itself is great. The room was just ehhh. We had two units side by side and I wasn’t overly ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Castle Kama'ole Sands
Maui Sunset
Maui Sunset
3.5 out of 5
1032 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Wailea Beach and Waipuilani Park are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (447 reviews)
"Security guard was great to talk to (Joe). the property was perfect for families. While the building is a bit dated, the location pool, grass fields were all great to have a good time!"

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Maui Sunset
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.

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Reviews of Kihei

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very nice area, beautiful drive around the area and lovely beaches.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Like a lot of Hawaiian property once built no renovations just rake in the money,very out dated mahalo

5/5 - Excellent

Dave

Paradise.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice relaxing place with a lovely beach, shopping and markets; central location for drives around both East and West Maui, and close proximity to Haleakala NP and Airport.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Paradise. Very relaxing and exactly what we wanted before hitting Waikiki Beach for the remainder of our Hawaii trip.

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