Makena Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Maluaka Beach
This sandy, tree-lined stretch of coast is one of the best spots on Maui for viewing Hawaiian green turtles.
Makena State Park Beach
Choose from three different beaches, each with its own character, along this unspoilt stretch of Maui’s southern shoreline.
Makena Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Makena Beaches during your trip to Kihei? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.
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.
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.
La Perouse Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at La Perouse Bay during your travels in Makena. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Activities
South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater
Makena Turtle Town Eco Adventure in Maui
Molokini Crater Snorkeling Adventure
Road to Hana Adventure with Farm to Table Lunch in Town of Hana
Maui Family and Couple Beach Photo Session
Turtle Reef Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour
Our pick of the best Makena Hotel Deals
Maui Coast Hotel
The room was extremely clean. The pool was beautiful. If you want to go to the beach it is a five minute walk. You can receive beach towels from the hotel.The beach is gorgeous and it is sand only as you walk into the ocean and as far as you can walk it is just sand. The staff were very friendly. ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
We spent 1 day of our trip to Maui at the Grand Wailea to enjoy the pools before we left the island. This was our 4th time at Grand Wailea - and it was amazing again. There was a bit of concern with my initial booking that I tried to get corrected by phone before arrival, but Gilbert at the front ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Maui Seaside Hotel
I had a great time here
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
Great location and very family friendly. Would recommend
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - a concept by Hyatt
Very relaxing spa
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Maui Beach Hotel
Staff was very courteous.The grounds are well kept and nice.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Makena
Wailea
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.
South Kihei
While visiting South Kihei, you might make a stop by sights like Kamaole Beach Park 2 and Kamaole Beach Park 3.
Halama Street
While visiting Halama Street, you might make a stop by sights like Kihei Town Center Shopping Center and Coast Guard Beach.
Central Kihei
While visiting Central Kihei, you might make a stop by sights like Kihei Regional Park and Maalaea Bay Beaches.
North Kihei
If you're spending some time in North Kihei, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters and Maalaea Bay Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
