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.
Big Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Big Beach during your trip to Kihei? Wander the beautiful beaches 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 relaxing area.
Activities
South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater
3 Hour Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel from Kihei
Maui: Road to Hana Adventure with Farm to Table Lunch
Molokini Crater Snorkel & Whale Watching (Dec 15 – Mar 30)
Makena Turtle Town Eco Adventure in Maui
5.5 Hour Sea Caves Along Kanaio Coast & Molokini Snorkel from Kihei
Our pick of the best Makena Hotel Deals
Makena Surf - CoralTree Residence Collection
Loved our stay. Can't wait to return!
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Maui Coast Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Excellent service the hotel was amazing perfect for the kids we had the best vacation with our 8 and 4 year old
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Maui Seaside Hotel
All was good for a hotel by the air qt
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Maui Beach Hotel
clean room, no beach through it is called beach hotel
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
This property has long been one of my global Four Seasons favorites, and I remain truly grateful for the warm hospitality I always receive. I was also very appreciative of the wonderful upgrade to an ocean-view room — mahalo for that thoughtful gesture. I’ve been visiting this resort regularly since ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 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 Kihei Town Center Shopping Center.
North Kihei
If you're spending some time in North Kihei, Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters and Kalepolepo Beach Park are top sights worth seeing.
