53 Best Hotels in Maui, Hawaii

Sophisticated travelers and romance-seeking couples will swoon at the sleek luxury of this eco-friendly, beachfront resort. Whitewashed rooms are on the small side; those seeking more space can opt for a suite or luxuriate in one of the 4,000-square-foot oceanfront villas. Amenities include three cascading infinity pools, an adults-only pool, apothecary spa, gallery and boutiques, and free cultural activities.

Though the name claims Kaanapali, this older, 12-story oceanfront condominium complex, where all units have unobstructed panoramic views of the ocean and nearby islands, is actually in quiet, neighboring Honokowai. There's a range of studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom units—all with spacious bedrooms, kitchens, living areas, and floor-to-ceiling windows—and an elegant pool that faces a sandy beach that's good for snorkeling because of the shallow reef.

Take in sweeping views of the ocean and Haleakala from the large lanai of the one- to three-bedroom units on this sprawling, well-maintained property just outside the swanky Wailea Resort. There's not much in the way of amenities (pool, small whirlpool spa, tennis court, putting green, shuffleboard, and daily housekeeping), but just across the street is Kamaole Beach Park III, one of the area's most popular spots for family picnics and sunset watching.

This small hotel, built in 1901 when Lahaina was the bawdy heart of the Pacific's whaling industry, has been substantially remodeled and updated to offer clean and basic rooms, all on the second floor and each with a lanai equipped with rocking chairs. There's a pool, quiet courtyard, well-tended grounds, and a popular on-site restaurant that's open daily. Fans of author Tom Robbins will recognize the inn as a setting in his novel Still Life with Woodpecker.

At the entrance to Kahului Airport, this hotel offers many amenities for business travelers and tourists. Up-to-date technology is found throughout: in the lobby, the Bistro restaurant has meeting pods featuring flat screens and plug-ins; a touch-screen "concierge" prints out maps; and guest rooms feature large workstations. If you're not all business, there is a 24-hour fitness center, pool, fire pit, and complimentary shuttle to nearby shopping and restaurants (and to the airport), or you can walk to Costco just across the street. Family suites have a fully equipped kitchen, pull-out sofa in the living room, and two bedrooms. Kanaha Beach Park, a world-famous windsurfing and kiteboarding spot, is nearby.

Gleaming white spires and tiled archways are the hallmark of this stunning resort that's particularly good for families with its spacious suite and villa options. The 37 two-story villas have two or three large bedrooms, a laundry room, and a fully equipped kitchen, private lanai with plunge pool and barbecue grill. There's also an on-site spa, cultural classes, and wellness programs. The family-friendly and adults-only pool options offer something for everyone.

"Impeccably stylish" and "extravagant" describe most Four Seasons properties, and this elegant one fronting Wailea Beach is no exception, with its beautiful courtyards and luxuries such as 24-hour room service, twice-daily housekeeping, excellent restaurants, on-site spa, and adults-only serenity pool with outstanding views. Most of the rooms have ocean views; cabanas, chaise lounges, and a car service transporting guests around Wailea are among the complimentary amenities.

"Grand" is no exaggeration for this opulent, sunny 40-acre resort that's wildly entertaining due to its elaborate water features such as the Wailea Activity Pool with enclosed "lava tube," slides, caves, a Tarzan swing, and the world's only water elevator. Tropical garden paths meander past food gardens and artwork by noted international and Hawaiian artists. The Humuhumunukunukuapuaa restaurant—named for Hawaii's state fish—"floats" in a saltwater lagoon. The fabulous Spa Grande offers a variety of wellness opportunities from astrology to massage.

A handsome, 1924, Craftsman-style house in the heart of Makawao town is on both the Hawaii and the National Historic Registers, and provides a great base for excursions to Haleakala, Hana, or North Shore beaches. Owner Cherie Attix has furnished three pretty guest rooms with antiques and fine art, and she allows you to peruse her voluminous library of Hawaii-related books; all guests have access to the main kitchen for light meal preparation. The lush serene grounds have a gazebo and one of the biggest Norfolk pine trees in Hawaii. Discounts are offered to guests who participate in volunteer projects through Cherie's site (www.volunteer-on-vacation-hawaii.com).

This modest three-story condo complex of mostly two-bedroom units is just steps away from the beach. All the units have Wi-Fi and about half have air-conditioning, but never mind the interior: you'll want to spend all your time outdoors—in the shady lava-rock lobby that overlooks a small pool perfect for kids, or on gorgeous Keawakapu Beach.

Perfectly situated on Hana Bay, this two-story "condotel" has an excellent reputation for cleanliness and visitor hospitality—and the ocean views are stunning. The studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units are comfortably furnished and have well-equipped kitchens with all the appliances, table settings, spices, and other cooking essentials you need to prepare meals. There aren't many restaurants in Hana, but some of the best food trucks on Maui are within walking distance.

After Travaasa-Hana resort was purchased by new owners in 2019, with Hyatt brought in to manage in 2020, Hana-Maui Resort began focusing on major renovations and updates to this remote oceanside getaway that features bungalows and villas set on sprawling lawns with all of the resort amenities, including a focus on cultural experiences. Expect various closures during its first few years as the property gently incorporates modern touches and environmentally friendly upgrades.

Two high-rise towers contain these individually owned, eco-friendly (and family-friendly) units combining the conveniences of a condo with the full service of a hotel. Guests enjoy concierge service, an on-site restaurant, and an organic gourmet food market run by Oo Farms. Active families will enjoy the spacious suites with large lanai, as well as the water features—slide, waterfall, lazy river, and serenity, lap, and kids' pools—and the fitness center. Those vacationing at a slower pace can stroll along the dune restoration area that fronts the beach, and perhaps spot endangered bird species and turtles. The Hoola Spa houses Maui’s first Himalayan Salt Room, and provides massage and other treatments. The property is also home to the Luana Garden Villas, 3 bedroom private residences with resort privileges and its own pool.

A luxurious intimate getaway without resort facilities, this stunning, 2-acre B&B in the foothills of West Maui's mountain, just south of Lahaina town, exemplifies quiet perfection. Almost all the furnishings and building materials were imported from Bali. Each uniquely decorated room features traditional Balinese doors with mother-of-pearl inlay, a custom bed, private lanai, huge bathroom with giant bathtub, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and—best of all—a private outdoor shower. Common areas provide great spots to snack, chat, or just relax, and immense glass doors open onto a small sparkling pool and a breathtaking view of the Pacific.

This adults-only, luxury boutique hotel, perched on a quiet hillside above Wailea, delivers romance with spectacular views. The 18 two-story buildings offer one-bedroom suites with private lanai, kitchenettes with top-flight appliances, sofa beds, and bathrooms with large soaking tubs and walk-in showers. Reserve the intimate Treehouse, hidden in a canopy of mango and avocado trees, for a private seven-course dinner for two or small reception or drop into the beautifully themed Birdcage Bar for a relaxing drink. The resort fee includes yoga and fitness classes, parking, attendant services at Wailea Beach, and high-end shuttle service to beaches, shops, and golf.

Splashing waterfalls, swim-through grottos, a lagoon-like swimming pool, and a 150-foot waterslide "wow" guests of all ages at this bustling Kaanapali resort; spacious standard rooms are another draw. Complete your vacation fantasy by strolling through the lobby past museum-quality art, brilliant parrots, and South African penguins—yes, penguins—or unwind at the oceanfront Spa Kamahao. There's no shortage of food options here, from the trendy Japengo to the traditional Son'z Steakhouse, with Ululani's Shave Ice next to the pool for daytime treats.

Amenities like maid service, an activities desk, a small store with complimentary DVDs for guests to borrow, and a 24-hour front-desk service—and no pesky resort fees—make this a winning choice for families and those wanting to play house on Maui's most stunning shores. The four secluded 11-story buildings offer one- and two-bedroom units with ample space, sunken living rooms, and separate dining rooms and there's a state-of-the-art fitness center; three tennis courts; and an upgraded pool area with flat-screen TVs and cabanas. A "grill master" is on hand Friday through Tuesday nights at oceanfront gas grills to assist guests with advice and complimentary herbs, spice rubs, and other necessities or to cook your food for you.

This charming beachfront hotel is full of aloha—locals say it's one of the few resorts on the Island where you can get a true Hawaiian experience as the entire staff takes part in the hotel's Pookela program, which teaches guests about the history, traditions, and values of Hawaiian culture. A recent remodel offers some premium upgraded rooms, alongside "traditional" rooms; all are decorated with Hawaiian motifs, and the expansive grounds offer plenty of spots to lounge in the sun or shade, with the sand just steps away. Newly opened Huihui is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is already making waves in the Maui dining scene.

This South Kihei property sits across the street from Kamaole III beach and is perfect for active families. Ten four-story buildings wrap around 15 acres of grassy slopes with a swimming pool, a small waterfall, tennis courts, and barbecues. Units include one-, two-, and three-bedroom options, and all units have two bathrooms, kitchens, laundry facilities, and private lanai.

On a hill overlooking the lake about 2 km (1.2 miles) from Kigoma's town center, this hotel makes an ideal base for your chimpanzee trekking. You'll stay in a comfortable cottage with a/c, a mini-refrigerator, satellite TV, and an en suite bathroom. What puts the hotel above any other in the area is the spectacular Sangara Restaurant built out on the cliffs overlooking the lake. There are business services and a large pool.

No alcohol is sold on-site, but you can buy your own in town and store it in the in-room mini-refrigerator.

Located across the beach and in the quieter north end of Kihei, this relaxed, family-friendly property has 26 units—some with kitchens and kitchenettes—that range from standard rooms to three-bedroom, two-bath penthouses. There's a rooftop deck and various outdoor spaces that are nice for lounging and socializing in the well-maintained tropical garden.

You really can't get any closer to the beach than this seven-story rental property that offers panoramic ocean and mountain views, and fully equipped kitchens. Most units are studios, but there are deluxe one-bedroom suites on the first floor that open right onto a beachfront lawn, as well as penthouses on the top floors that have a dining area and an extra bathroom. All have large, private ceramic-tiled lanai. The units are individually owned and many of them have been refreshed with new furniture and upgraded kitchens. You can enter the shopping village next door through a private entrance for access to restaurants and shops, or take a short stroll to the action in the center of Lahaina town.

If you don't need everything to be totally modern, consider setting up house at this great value condominium-by-the-sea. Three different room plans cater to couples, families, or friends traveling together; make sure to request a unit with air-conditioning—a must for hot, dry Kihei. The heated pool and deck is a social place, with gas grills, a full outdoor kitchen, hot tub, sauna rooms, and shuffleboard court.

Of the many condo complexes lining the ocean-side stretch of Honoapiilani Highway, this one offers friendly service, a saline oceanfront pool, and affordable units—some with million-dollar views. You won't be charged for parking or local phone calls, and most of the individually owned one- and two-bedroom units have been renovated to include flat-screen TVs and granite countertops in the kitchens. The interiors tend to be charming "old Hawaii" (lots of rattan furniture, silk flowers, and decorative items). This quiet older complex is a short stroll away from Honokowai's grocery store, beaches, and restaurants.

For travelers who've done all there is to do on Maui and just want simple but luxurious relaxation at a condo that spills onto a private beach, this is the spot. The secluded complex, which hugs the South Shore coastline, is designed to belie its size; from the road it's hard to tell that the two- to three-bedroom units are taller than a palm tree, all with ocean views. Privacy envelops the grounds, which include remnants of an ancient Hawaiian fishing heiau (a temple comprising a rock formation).

You simply cannot get any closer to gorgeous Keawakapu Beach than this unsung hero of South Shore hotels, offering both renovated hotel rooms and condos that may be older than its competitors but are well priced and have marvelous ocean views, especially during the winter humpback whale season; one- and two-bedroom condos have private lanai and kitchens. The property features a heated oceanfront pool, activity desk, and Maui Yoga Path yoga studio.

Budget-friendly rates and a central location in the Island's civic, transportation, and commercial hubs make this two-story bayfront hotel a solid choice. The rooms are basic, but it's an easy walk to malls, the University of Hawaii Maui College, a performing arts center, and restaurants.

These one- and two-bedroom condos—some with ocean views—lie across the street from one of Maui's best beach parks, Kamaole III, and the property has tropical gardens, two tennis courts, a grotto pool with a waterfall, a Jacuzzi spa, another pool, and barbecue grills. Condos have two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable TV, and washers and dryers; for extra space, reserve the popular two-bedroom units, which have a loft-style master bedroom.

This luxury resort caters to well-heeled travelers who want the comfort and privacy of a residential-style suite combined with resort service and amenities—elegantly furnished one- to four-bedroom units with gourmet kitchens, in-unit washers/dryers, and the largest lanai to be found. Other attractions include a cascading lagoon pool, a no-cell phone serenity pool, multiple restaurants, and a 30,000-square-foot spa. The resort also offers unique experiences served up inside of your own space, including “The Chef's Table in Your Residence” with chef Riko Bartolome either in the residence's kitchen, with small plates, wine pairings, an open bar, and live music, or outside with a heritage cooking lesson demonstrating Hawaiian traditions, featuring local fish, poke, prawns, pork, and tropical fruit. Also available en-suite is a private luau (with local food) and optional exercise equipment like Peloton bikes, Hypervolt massage tools, weights, and yoga accoutrements delivered to the room.