Makena Travel Guide
Kihei
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 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 romantic area.
Things to do
Snorkeling Cruise to Molokini Crater & Turtle Town (Small Group)
Te Au Moana Luau at the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort
Maui: Molokini & Turtle Town Snorkel & Waterslide Adventure
South Maui: Snorkel to Coral Gardens or Molokini Crater
Road to Hana Adventure Tour with Pickup, Breakfast & Lunch
Waterfall & Rainforest Hiking Adventure
Top hotels in Makena
Makena Surf - CoralTree Residence Collection
First time on Maui! Excellent place to stay for a week, beautiful beach, clean and well maintained property!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Kids enjoyed the pools, there is a severe lack of seating, the price of cabanas are ridiculous after the price of resort. They price gouge every little thing on top of an already pricey stay. We booked ocean view for wife’s birthday, they gave us a chapel room on ground level…which when looking out ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Wonderful Hotel Great restaurants staffed by true professionals
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Maui Seaside Hotel
The older rooms are older BUT the heart of the hotel, staff, amenities, exterior common spaces were amazing! We had the chance to upgrade to a remodeled room and just vhose not to but the newer spaces looked amazing from photos!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Maui Coast Hotel
This hotel exceeded our expectations. The staff was very friendly and took us on the shuttle wherever we wanted to go. We would definitely book again.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
Beautiful place
Reviewed on 13 Apr 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 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.
