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 romantic 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.
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.
Activities
Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure
3 Hour Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel from Kihei
Maui: Road to Hana Adventure with Farm to Table Lunch
South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater
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
Very well furnished. Very clean and spotless. Regular housekeeping and change of bedding. Functional fitness room. Easy beach access. Incredible ocean front views.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Beautiful, great shops, amazing spa and pools. We got a cabana and it was absolutely worth it! Very close to beach which was ideal. Will absolutely come back.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Maui Seaside Hotel
Staff super friendly. Great location. Great restaurant on site.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Maui Coast Hotel
The staff was superb. Check-in felt as if I was being welcomed to the Four Seasons. Everything else was just as you would like it to. Enjoyed the the bar with live music. If I need an overnight in Maui and am not visiting friends, this would be my first call. Mahalo to all.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Maui Beach Hotel
Staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Beautiful room with a great balcony and nice view (even at 45 degree angle), friendly staff at the pool and for room service, excellent restaurants and great food. A short walk to shops and other restaurants, and friendly concierge to book tours and excursions with if you want to do that. Wait lists ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
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, Maalaea Bay Beaches and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Headquarters are top sights worth seeing.
