One of the most sacred spots on the island, ‘Iao Valley—a National Natural Landmark whose biggest claim to fame is the 1,200 foot-high lava spire at its center—presents one photo opp after another, from lush vegetation along its valley floors to extensive views of the weathered central coast. As the site of one of Hawaii’s most brutal wars—the Battle of Kepaniwai in 1790—it’s rumored that its stream waters once ran red with the blood of victims. Poignancy is felt in the air here, but the same waters are now lucid and lovely, jutting up against moss-covered boulders and rocks that seem to dance between shadow and light. 4,000 acres of tranquility are enhanced by a steep but worthwhile climb up 133 steps, where you’ll be presented with 360-degrees vistas that practically beg to be captured. Plants abound on its Lookout Trail and Ethnobotanical Trail, but as “cloud supreme” (to which ‘Iao’s Hawaiian name translates), do know it’s best to arrive in the morning before the fog arrives. If you’d like to supplement your trip to the park with guided assistance, look no further than Valley Isle Excursions, whose tour of ‘Iao also includes a stop at Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens—a public space that honors the myriad cultures that shaped modern Maui.
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OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

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Peyman

Rp7.080.197 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

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Grand Champions

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Rp10.191.765 total

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15 Jan - 16 Jan

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

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Xiaotang

Rp9.868.771 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Wailea

Ashwini

Rp14.645.400 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jan - 16 Jan

Club Ocean Front One Bedroom Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Wailea

Angela

Rp15.741.924 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jan - 16 Jan

4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

Wailea

Thuan

Rp13.734.903 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui Villa Experience

Wailea

Sze Wai

Rp57.826.377 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Jan - 10 Jan

5 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - a concept by Hyatt

Wailea

John Richard

Rp17.715.767 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

6 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

Lahaina

Iqbal

Rp11.894.346 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan

3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool loungers

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

Kapalua

Delaine

Rp16.903.326 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

Ho‘olei Villas at Grand Wailea

Wailea

Leslie

Rp40.566.432 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only

Wailea

Jacob

Rp21.761.545 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui

Wailea

Sheila

Rp19.655.691 total

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9 Jan - 10 Jan

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Top Central Maui Hotel Reviews

Maui Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the friendliness of the staff and how they kept our rooms so clean. We loved the convenience of walking right to the ocean or relaxing on a lounge chair and looking at the ocean. We also appreciated the convenience of being able to eat breakfast and dinner there every day. Also, shuttle service to the airport was so helpful!!!"

OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I've never gone to a resort and felt like family until this trip. The staff go above and beyond in everything they do. The resort is beautiful. The ocean and beach were amazing. Busy at times but very manageable(in December). We saw whales from our balcony on our room. Lei booked our excursions and saved us money by sharing that we would likely not need a whale watching tour of we did the snorkel trip and she was absolutely right! We booked a helicopter tour as well with Blue Hawaii and it was so much fun. Views you'll never have otherwise. The Maui brewing company restaurant on the resort property has good food but is a little pricey. I felt that the beach chair and umbrella rentals were reasonable. The best part is they put the umbrella up for you AND take it down at the end of the day. The ocean water was so warm I never wanted to leave it. I will be back to visit again for sure Room: Ocean front- Amazing, well worth it during whale season Bed: too soft but worked for the week Pillows: too chunky, had neck pain most nights Housekeeping: Amazing. They keep up with an insane amount of sand Beach: Moderately busy in the middle of the day, epic snorkeling. There are a couple resident turtles you can catch occasionally"