Makena Travel Guide
Kihei
Popular places to visit
Maluaka Beach
This is part of Maui’s so-called “Turtle Town,” a prime spot for sighting the inquisitive Hawaiian green turtles that are very common here.
Makena State Park Beach
Three distinct, undeveloped beaches and a dormant volcano crater form this scenic southern region of Maui.
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.
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.
Things to do
Snorkeling Cruise to Molokini Crater & Turtle Town (Small Group)
Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure
1.5 Hour Guaranteed Whale Watch from Kihei
Te Au Moana Luau at the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort
South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater
Maui: Road to Hana Adventure with Farm to Table Lunch
Top hotels in Makena
Makena Surf - CoralTree Residence Collection
The unit we stayed in was clean and well suited for our family of 4. The unit had one master bedroom with a master bathroom. The master bathroom does not have a walk-in shower and could be difficult to enter for any mobility issues. The 2nd bedroom had two twin beds which worked well for our two ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Everything was great especially the grounds absolutely stunning. The only knock i would give it is the outside of the overall hotel needs a bit of paint or some refreshment other than that the rooms were spacious clean and the grounds were gorgeous kids loved the pool and beach very much overall ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Maui Seaside Hotel
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Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Maui Coast Hotel
It was an amazing experience! The staff, room and amenities were all way above my expectations! 10/5 stars! Jamie was a gem, he shuttled us around numerous times! What an amazing perk to the hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Maui Beach Hotel
My room was clean and delivered toiletries everyday, and new towels. Staff was nice, room served its service. Bed was comfortable, queen beds seem more like full ones, glad I didn’t need to share with anyone ☺️overall a good stay
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Staff was spectacularly welcoming and courteous!
Reviewed on 26 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.
