Central Maui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A small group of black necked stilts which are endangered in Hawaii. There are very few places in Hawaii where you can see these birds.
A small group of black necked stilts which are endangered in Hawaii. There are very few places in Hawaii where you can see these birds.
Jacarandas are one of my favourites and they’re everywhere here! 💕
Pretty day at the beach watching kite surfing while enjoying endless blue clear water. I dont want this to end.
The views are breath taking all over the property

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 Seaside Hotel

Maui Seaside Hotel

3 out of 5
100 W Kaahumanu Ave Kahului HI
The price is 5.507.133 ₫ per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
5.507.133 ₫
7.309.902 ₫ total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kahului. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,253 reviews)
Staff has been great. The rooms are a little on the old side, but well appointed and very clean. This hotel is a great location and easy walkabout area.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Maui Seaside Hotel
Maui Beach Hotel

Maui Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
170 W Kaahumanu Avenue Kahului HI
The price is 4.940.690 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
4.940.690 ₫
6.481.222 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kahului. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,162 reviews)
The hotel is on the older side but our room was clean & the staff was very friendly & customer-focused.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Maui Beach 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 9.347.165 ₫ per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
9.347.165 ₫
11.868.480 ₫ total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kahului. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ho'aloha Park and Queen Ka’ahumanu Center are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore
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OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
130 Kai Malina Parkway Lahaina HI
Stay at this beach condo in Kaanapali. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,903 reviews)
Great place nice people very clean and great food

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Aston Kaanapali Shores

Aston Kaanapali Shores

3.5 out of 5
3445 Lower Honoapiilani Hwy Lahaina HI
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 in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,975 reviews)
Everything we needed was provided. If it wasn’t already in the room they had it at the front desk. (Blender, laundry/ dish soap ect.) Facility was well kept, pool is beautiful, great snorkeling right at the hotel.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Aston Kaanapali Shores
Royal Kahana Maui by OUTRIGGER

Royal Kahana Maui by OUTRIGGER

3 out of 5
4365 Lower Honoapiilani Rd Lahaina HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Kahana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,408 reviews)
Everyone was very nice.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Royal Kahana Maui by OUTRIGGER
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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

Pretty day at the beach watching kite surfing while enjoying endless blue clear water. I dont want this to end.

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
Iao Valley State Park which includes a bridge, forests and a river or creek

Iao Valley State Park

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Iao Valley State Park and popular activities such as snorkelling in Wailuku. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Iao Valley State Park
West Maui Mountains

King Kamehameha Golf Club

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

King Kamehameha Golf Club
Baby Freya rushing to discover beach #BeachBond

Waihee Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Waihee Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Waihee-Waiehu. Make time to visit the shops and monuments while you're in the area.

Waihee Beach
View from the balcony at the Mendes Ranch. Fabulous place for a trail ride with a fun and professional outfitter.

Ho'aloha Park

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

Ho'aloha Park
Bailey House Museum showing a house

Bailey House Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Bailey House Museum during your travels in Wailuku. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Bailey House Museum

Cities near Central Maui

Kahului showing landscape views, mountains and general coastal views

Kahului

Kihei

Kihei

Maalaea

Maalaea

Wailuku

Wailuku