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

Packed with native marine life, Maluaka Beach is a prime spot for catching sight of Hawaiian green turtles and majestic hump-backed whales.

Maluaka Beach
Makena Beach State Park showing a beach

Makena State Park Beach

The three beaches and soaring volcano which make up Makena Beach State Park provide something for everyone to enjoy.

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
Big Beach

Big Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Big Beach during your trip to Makena? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Big Beach

Activities

Kayaking Adventure

Makena Turtle Town Eco Adventure in Maui

NZ$164
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Makena Turtle Town Eco Adventure in Maui
Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session

NZ$169
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session
Private Snorkel with Beach Set-Up

Private Snorkel with Beach Set-Up

NZ$198
per adult
Private Snorkel with Beach Set-Up
Fire Knife Performance at South Maui Gardens' Weekly Hula Show

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

NZ$222
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Maui Hula Show: Hula and Fire Dancing at South Maui Gardens
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Road to Hana Adventure with Farm to Table Lunch in Town of Hana

NZ$442
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Road to Hana Adventure with Farm to Table Lunch in Town of Hana
Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour

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

NZ$213
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Turtle Town Clear Kayak & Snorkel Tour (7am-9:30am)
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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 NZ$492 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$492
2 Nov - 3 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! (2,197 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay. Loved the entertainment by the pool nightly. Great staff and always so friendly. I would recommend staying her if you’re in Kihei, Maui."

Reviewed on 4 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
The price is NZ$1,420 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$1,420
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
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 NZ$1,646 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
NZ$1,646
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (997 reviews)
"Amazing location and service. Very beautiful"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 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 NZ$1,179 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$1,179
6 Oct - 7 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic location, restaurants onsite had weird hours. Staff was nice and rooms were very clean. The views were amazing! We have a baby so traveling with a stroller was hard at times due to stairs and no ramp in some areas."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
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 NZ$1,527 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$1,527
26 Oct - 27 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! (999 reviews)
"Beautiful resort. Everything was absolutely perfect. Room was impeccable. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Pool and beach area were really nice. Will stay here again."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 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 NZ$2,001 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$2,001
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,020 reviews)
"Room had a lovely ocean view. Service was superb. The lobby and grounds are magnificent! Great food. This is the best hotel in Maui now."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Fairmont Kea Lani 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
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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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