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1. Hotel Moloka'i

Hotel Moloka'i
Kaunakakai
United States
Rex Lee
AU$387
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hotel Moloka'i

2. Napili Village Hotel

Napili Village Hotel
Lahaina
United States
Joshua
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Napili Village Hotel

3. The Mauian - Boutique Beach Studios on Napili Bay

The Mauian - Boutique Beach Studios on Napili Bay
Lahaina
United States
Iolani
AU$369
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Mauian - Boutique Beach Studios on Napili Bay

4. OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Sara
AU$490
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

5. Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Mohsen
AU$449
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

6. Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Mariano
AU$475
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

7. Aston Kaanapali Shores

Aston Kaanapali Shores
Lahaina
United States
Roopa Rani
AU$371
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Aston Kaanapali Shores

8. Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui
Kaanapali
United States
Jordan
AU$452
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

9. Napili Shores Maui by OUTRIGGER

Napili Shores Maui by OUTRIGGER
Lahaina
United States
Steve
AU$417
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Napili Shores Maui by OUTRIGGER

10. Hotel Lanai

Hotel Lanai
Lanai City
United States
Micheal
AU$602
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Lanai

11. Napili Sunset on the Beach

Napili Sunset on the Beach
Lahaina
United States
Beverly
AU$380
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Napili Sunset on the Beach

12. The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Lenore
AU$935
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

13. Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Linda
AU$848
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

14. Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Shun
AU$832
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

15. OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Lahaina
United States
Andrea
AU$1,149
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

16. Royal Lahaina Bungalows & Spa

Royal Lahaina Bungalows & Spa
Lahaina
United States
AURA MARINA
AU$570
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Royal Lahaina Bungalows & Spa

17. Hyatt Vacation Club at Ka'anapali Beach, Maui

Hyatt Vacation Club at Ka'anapali Beach, Maui
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Javier
AU$1,037
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Vacation Club at Ka'anapali Beach, Maui

18. The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali

The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali
Lahaina
United States
Justin
AU$703
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali

19. Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers

Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers
Kannapali Beach Area
United States
Glenn
AU$715
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers

20. Kuleana Club - 510

Kuleana Club - 510
Lahaina
AU$549
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Kuleana Club - 510
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.

Hotel Moloka'i

Kaunakakai
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A building with a pool, surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees, overlooking a clear blue ocean.

Napili Village Hotel

Lahaina
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A balcony with a glass table, two wicker chairs, and a potted plant with yellow flowers.

The Mauian - Boutique Beach Studios on Napili Bay

Lahaina
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A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

Kannapali Beach Area
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A beach view with palm trees, a clear sky, and a distant mountain.

Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

Kannapali Beach Area
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8.2
Very good
697 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Wonderful
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9.0
Wonderful
1,993 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,932 reviews
AU$387
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
AU$369
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
AU$490
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
AU$449
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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Stay near popular Kaunakakai attractions

Halawa Bay Beach

9.2/10 (53 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Halawa Bay Beach during your travels in Kaunakakai? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.
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Molokai Harbor

8.4/10 (44 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Molokai Harbor during your travels in Kaunakakai. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
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Moloka'i Beaches

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moloka'i Beaches during your trip to Kaunakakai? Discover the bars and live music in this relaxing area.
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Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove

8.2/10 (30 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove, a lovely green space in Kaunakakai. Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
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Wailau Beach

9.0/10 (24 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Wailau Beach during your travels in Kaunakakai? Experience the live music and entertainment venues in this relaxing area.
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Molokai War Memorial

Learn about the local history of Kaunakakai when you take a trip to Molokai War Memorial. Stroll along this relaxing area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
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Honouli Maloo Bay Beach

8.6/10 (17 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Honouli Maloo Bay Beach during your travels in Kaunakakai? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars.
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Kumimi Beach

8.8/10 (27 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kumimi Beach during your travels in Kaunakakai? Stroll along the seaside or experience the live music in this relaxing area.
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Learn more about Kaunakakai

This sleepy main town on Molokai offers authentic Hawaiian culture at Kaunakakai Harbour and local shops along Ala Malama Avenue. Grab fresh-baked bread from Kanemitsu Bakery's famous 'hot bread' window after 8pm, or join locals fishing off the state's longest pier.

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A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the shore and a steep, green-clad cliff.
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Top Kaunakakai Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Kaunakakai

AEI at Maui Kaanapali Villas Resort

AEI at Maui Kaanapali Villas Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The room was stunning with a great view! We had a large bathroom, kitchen, and living room."
David 4-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
AEI at Maui Kaanapali Villas Resort
The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome experience"
Josafath 4-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was amazing!! Beds very comfortable and room cleaned daily."
Kimberly Kay 7-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali
OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"This resort is our go-to place to stay. The staff are always so friendly and happy to help and answer any questions! They are located at a great spot - with plenty of options for food, coffee, and shopping all within walking distance. I also love the amount of activities they have available!"
Jennifer 4-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

10/10 Excellent
"We had such a great stay. The grounds are gorgeous, and access to beach right there. Our room was fantastic. I can't say enough about the staff, super helpful and really friendly. We had one small issue with the AC unit and they fixed it immediately. We plan to be back someday hopefully soon and will stay here again for sure."
Kenn 7-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"It was a wonderful experience for our 25th anniversary we had ocean front and we all enjoyed the view the breakfast was delicious with a lot of choices"
Quinton 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Nice resort. Great view. Will be back soon."
Derek 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa
Aston at Papakea Resort

Aston at Papakea Resort

8/10 Good
"The room was very clean"
Daniel 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Aston at Papakea Resort
Castle at Moloka'i Shores

Castle at Moloka'i Shores

10/10 Excellent
"good unit right on water. - bad internet - needed some repairs. screens. refrid, stove. lot of bugs"
gregory 5-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Castle at Moloka'i Shores

More cheap accommodation in Kaunakakai

Napili Sunset on the Beach

Napili Sunset on the Beach

46 Hui Drive Lahaina HI
AU$380
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (656 reviews)
Napili Sunset on the Beach
Hotel Lanai

Hotel Lanai

828 Lanai Ave Lanai City HI
AU$602
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Lanai
Petite Retreat at Kahana Falls

Petite Retreat at Kahana Falls

4260 Lower Honoapiilani Rd Lahaina HI
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8/10 Very good! (20 reviews)
Petite Retreat at Kahana Falls
Kaanapali Ocean Inn

Kaanapali Ocean Inn

2780-A Kekaa Dr Lahaina HI
Get ratesKaanapali Ocean Inn
The Plantation Inn

The Plantation Inn

174 Lahainaluna Road Lahaina HI
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
The Plantation Inn
Aston at Papakea Resort

Aston at Papakea Resort

3543 Lower Honoapiilani Road Lahaina HI
Get ratesAston at Papakea Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Kaunakakai?
The best area to stay in Kaunakakai is right in the town centre, particularly along Ala Malama Avenue.This area is the main hub of Kaunakakai, offering a convenient base for exploring the island. Ala Malama Avenue is the primary street, lined with local shops, small eateries, and the post office. It's a compact and walkable area, making it easy to access daily necessities and local services.Couples looking for a relaxed, authentic Hawaiian experience will appreciate staying in Kaunakakai. It provides an immediate connection to local life, with opportunities to enjoy local markets and small, family-run businesses. The proximity to the harbour also offers easy access for boat trips or fishing excursions.For solo travellers, the town centre offers a welcoming and accessible environment. You'll find it simple to navigate on foot and connect with local culture.
What are the best hotels in Kaunakakai that travellers recommend?
For a highly recommended hotel in Kaunakakai, the Hotel Moloka'i is an excellent choice.This 3-star hotel, with a rating of 8.2, is often praised by guests for its friendly and helpful staff, as well as its great bar and restaurant. Guests can enjoy premium bedding, air conditioning, and a rainfall showerhead. Many rooms also feature a balcony, patio, terrace, lanai, or porch, offering lovely views. The hotel is conveniently located just 5.4 km from Moloka'i Beaches.
What are the best family hotels in Kaunakakai?
For families seeking accommodation in Kaunakakai, Hotel Moloka'i is an excellent choice.This 3-star hotel, with an 8.2 rating, is particularly well-suited for families, offering amenities such as sofa beds and complimentary cribs. Many rooms feature private balconies or patios, providing additional space and comfort. Guests consistently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the lovely location, and the great on-site bar and restaurant. The hotel is conveniently located just 5.4 km from Moloka'i Beaches, making it easy to enjoy the local shoreline.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Kaunakakai?
For a top pet-friendly hotel in Kaunakakai, the Hotel Moloka'i is an excellent choice.This 3-star hotel, with a very good 8.2 rating, warmly welcomes pets, specifically dogs. Guests often highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the great bar, and the lovely location, which is approximately 5.4 km from Moloka'i Beaches. The hotel also provides lovely outdoor spaces such as a terrace, lanai, patio, porch or lanai, and furnished balconies, great for relaxing with your pet.
What are the best budget hotels in Kaunakakai?
For an excellent budget hotel in Kaunakakai, Hotel Moloka'i is a fantastic choice.This 3-star hotel, with a very good rating of 8.2, offers complimentary toiletries, free cribs for families, and free self-parking, adding to the convenience for guests. Travellers often highlight the friendly and helpful staff, the great bar, and the lovely location, making for a pleasant stay. Hotel Moloka'i also features a great restaurant on site and provides free WiFi. It is located just 5.4 km from Moloka'i Beaches, superb for those looking to explore the coast.
What are the most romantic hotels in Kaunakakai for couples?
For a romantic stay in Kaunakakai, Hotel Moloka'i is an excellent choice for couples.This 3-star hotel, with a rating of 8.2, offers rooms with balconies or patios, many of which provide beautiful ocean views, great for enjoying quiet moments together. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, the lovely location, and the great on-site bar and restaurant. It is also conveniently located just 5.4 km from Moloka'i Beaches, making it easy to enjoy the island's natural beauty.
What are the best hotels in Kaunakakai near Moloka'i Beaches?
For a highly-rated hotel near Moloka'i Beaches in Kaunakakai, the Hotel Moloka'i is an excellent choice.This 3-star hotel, with a very good rating of 8.2, is situated just 5.4 km from Moloka'i Beaches. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, the great bar, and the lovely location. Many rooms offer a balcony or patio, and some feature a sofa bed, making it suitable for families. Additionally, the hotel has a terrace and a lanai, providing pleasant outdoor spaces. It is also conveniently located about 12.8 km from Hoolehua, HI (MKK-Molokai) airport.
What hotels are near Hoolehua, HI (MKK-Molokai)?
For convenient accommodation near Hoolehua, HI (MKK-Molokai), Hotel Moloka'i is a highly recommended choice.This 3-star hotel, with an 8.2 rating, is approximately 12.8 kilometres from the airport. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the lovely location. Many rooms offer a balcony or patio, including options with a furnished balcony, lanai, or porch, making it ideal for relaxing. The hotel also features a great bar and restaurant on-site.
When is the best time to go to Kaunakakai?
The best time to go to Kaunakakai is during the dry season, which runs from April to October, offering warm weather and less rain.During these months, you'll experience consistently sunny days and pleasant temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor activities such as exploring the beaches and hiking. The ocean is also calmer, which is great for swimming, snorkelling, and boat trips.For couples looking for a relaxing escape, the shoulder months of April, May, September, and October are particularly good. You'll find fewer crowds compared to the peak summer months, allowing for a more peaceful and intimate experience while still enjoying excellent weather. This is great for quiet strolls along the coast or enjoying a sunset dinner.Families travelling with children might prefer the summer months of June, July, and August. While it's busier, the consistent warm weather guarantees plenty of beach time and opportunities for family-friendly activities.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Kaunakakai.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Kaunakakai?
Prices for hotels in Kaunakakai often vary, but you can find a great deal from AU$243 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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