South Maui, HI

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A row of tall palm trees stands silhouetted against a vibrant sunset from Kalama Park in Kihei, on the island of Maui, Hawaii.
A row of tall palm trees stands silhouetted against a vibrant sunset from Kalama Park in Kihei, on the island of Maui, Hawaii.
A road trip along the Maui South Piilani Highway during golden sunset hour
USA, Hawaii, Maui, south coast, Haleakala volcano, Luala?ilua Hills and wind turbines at sunset
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Where to stay in South Maui

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South Kihei

While visiting South Kihei, you might make a stop by sights like Kamaole Beach Park 2 and Kamaole Beach Park 3.

South Kihei
Kihei Canoe Club is the oldest in Hawaii. It's mission is to revive, develope and perpetuate Hawaiian tradition through educational, recreational cultural and competitive outrigger Hawaiian canoeing programs for both youth and adults.

Central Kihei

If you're spending some time in Central Kihei, Kihei Regional Park and Maalaea Bay Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Central Kihei
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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.

North Kihei
Lava Tube on Big Beach, Makena State Park, Maui, Hawaii, USA

Makena

A noteworthy feature of Makena is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Makena State Park Beach and Maluaka Beach.

Makena
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Halama Street

If you're spending some time in Halama Street, Kihei Town Center Shopping Center and Coast Guard Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Halama Street
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Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

5 out of 5
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive Kihei HI
$716 nightly
The price is $850 total per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$850 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 9 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
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 Feb 25, 2026

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Maui Coast Hotel

Maui Coast Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2259 S Kihei Rd Kihei HI
$335 nightly
The price is $398 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$398 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,520 reviews)
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 Feb 27, 2026

Maui Coast Hotel
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

5 out of 5
3900 Wailea Alanui Drive Kihei HI
$950 nightly
The price is $1,128 total per night from Mar 21 to Mar 22
$1,128 total
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Staff was spectacularly welcoming and courteous!

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
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Maui Beach Vacation Club

Maui Beach Vacation Club

2.5 out of 5
515 S. Kihei Road Kihei HI
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (844 reviews)
Room was sticky had to wipe things down . Shower leaked through the wall and soaked the carpet in the next room. The dish washer was not secured so it tiped over when ever it was opened . The washer and dryer were not level so the load was out of balance andnthe door would not stay open to load the ...

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Maui Beach Vacation Club
Wailea Ekahi - CoralTree Residence Collection

Wailea Ekahi - CoralTree Residence Collection

3 out of 5
3300 Wailea Alanui Kihei HI
Book a stay at this beach condo in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Wailea Beach and Mokapu Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (598 reviews)
The property itself was wonderful- great pools, well cared for common areas and easy access to a wonderful swimmable beach. Convenient location. The apartment itself was large, well appointed but there were notable cleanliness issues in the kitchen.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Wailea Ekahi - CoralTree Residence Collection
Palms at Wailea Maui

Palms at Wailea Maui

3.5 out of 5
3200 Wailea Alanui Dr Kihei HI
Book a stay at this golf aparthotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (525 reviews)
Liked the location. The condo was spacious. The pool was lovely. The bed was also a King and super comfortable.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Palms at Wailea Maui
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Popular places to visit

Wailea Beach showing tropical scenes, swimming and a sandy beach

Wailea Beach

This stretch of powdery sand is part of an upscale resort community and is an ideal place to sunbathe, snorkel, and dive with Hawaiian green turtles and manta rays.

Wailea Beach
Kamaole Beach Park

Kamaole Beach Park

Maui locals and visitors love the multi-part beach that stretches along much of the shoreline of Kihei. Come to snorkel, splash in the water or enjoy gorgeous sunsets.

Kamaole Beach Park
Keawakapu Beach which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a hotel

Keawakapu Beach North

Enjoy the peace and quiet at one of Maui’s less crowded and wider beaches, where kids can wander around the rock pools, and divers can explore the artificial reef.

Keawakapu Beach North
Maluaka Beach featuring rocky coastline, mountains and landscape views

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.

Maluaka Beach
Makena Beach State Park showing a beach

Makena State Park Beach

Three distinct, undeveloped beaches and a dormant volcano crater form this scenic southern region of Maui.

Makena State Park Beach
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Kamaole Beach Park 3

During your trip to Kihei, enjoy the surf and sand at Kamaole Beach Park 3 along with the snorkeling. Wander the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

Kamaole Beach Park 3

Cities near South Maui

Kihei

Kihei

Maalaea

Maalaea

Wailuku

Wailuku

Panorama of the beautiful Seven Sacred Pools near Hana

Kula

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