Maui hotels

Maui Island Hotels

A tropical island retreat swathed in luxury and seclusion, it’s no wonder Maui ranks high on the list of celebrity holiday haunts. Here sunbaked beaches and sparkling waters epitomize postcard-perfect paradise, whilst lavish resorts ply and pamper the well-flip flopped with indulgently high levels of R&R. Leisure takes it easy too on Hawaii’s second largest island, with golf, snorkeling and whale watching all on the itinerary. If adventuring is more your thing, explore haunting landscapes and green hiking trails in Maui’s majestic national park.

Things to see

When you’re in Maui, life’s a beach – and with some of the best you’ll find stateside, you’ll have a hard time choosing where to soak up the sunshine. Kaanapali Beach, Wailea Beach, and Napili Bay are amongst the best sun worshipping retreats on the island, and chances are your accommodation will be situated just a stone’s throw from one of them – if not on the beachfront itself. Each patch of paradise is a welcome cliché of powder soft sand, crystal clear water, and palm trees swaying in the ocean breeze. Once you’re bronzed and cocktailed, relaxed retail therapy awaits at Whaler’s Village. With views to the glittering ocean, the outdoor mall is home to brand name stores and lux label boutiques. With over 30,000 acres of sprawling natural landscapes and Maui’s cloudy peak, Haleakala National Park is full of scenic splendor. Hike across alien-looking volcanic valleys, or stroll through lush tropical havens, adorned with floral finery and tumbling waterfalls.

Hotels in Maui Island

From flowery beachfront resorts with something for all the family, to romantic villas set in pap-proof seclusion - there are hotels in Maui to tickle everyone’s fancy. A holiday haven for the rich and famous, the luxury hotels in Maui are used to pampering to a 5-star standard and come equipped with every amenity under the sun. Expect ritzy sea view suites, onsite golf courses, lagoon-like swimming pools, and beauty spas – indulging guests with all the latest and greatest must-try treatments. If you’re not on a Hollywood star salary, then fear not - the less expensive accommodation still grants enough frilly amenities for you to pretend.

Where to stay

Reclining on the western shore, Kaanapali is Maui’s signature resort. Gilded with three miles of sandy tranquility and studded with beachfront hotels, it’s the R&R laden Hawaii most people imagine. A short way away, the touristy epicenter of Lahaina moves at a livelier luau-pace. Here you can embark on a historical town trail, immerse yourself in colorful Hawaiian culture at the Maui Theatre, or set sail off the Lahaina coast for a spot of humpback whale watching. Those seeking lavish tranquility will find their bliss in Wailea. Spanning 1,500 acres, the retreat is studded with world class dining and shopping, 3 golf courses, and 5 stunning beaches.

How to get to Maui Island

Most visitors will hear their first “Aloha!” at Kahului International Airport, the island's primary gateway. Visitors coming from further afield however are likely to touch down at Honolulu International Airport on the Island of O’ahu instead, before making a short second flight to Maui. Flights from Honolulu can be made to Kahului International or Kapalua Airport, a small facility in West Maui. Getting to your hotel from Kahului International is relatively simple, with plenty of shuttles and bus services outside waiting to whisk passengers to all the major resorts. Many however opt to hire a car, which makes traveling to Maui’s attractions that bit more convenient during their stay.