Last updated: October 31, 2026 · By the Hotels by Hood team
Short on time? Our top picks in Maui
Best value: Maui Coast Hotel — ★ 9/10 · from $221/night
Best luxury resort: Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui — ★ 9.3/10 · from $958/night
Best for couples: Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux (Adults Only) — ★ 9/10 · from $943/night
In this guide
Why Maui
Maui is the Hawaiian island many travelers pick for a slower beach trip: long golden beaches in Wailea and Kihei, whale watching in winter, and the drive up Haleakala for sunrise. West Maui is open to visitors again after the 2023 Lahaina wildfire; please be respectful near the burn area.
Top things to do:
- Haleakala National Park — sunrise at the summit needs a reservation booked in advance.
- Road to Hana — a full-day scenic drive with waterfalls and black-sand beaches.
- Molokini Crater — snorkel trips leave from Ma’alaea and Kihei.
- Whale watching — humpback whales visit roughly December to April.
Which area should you stay in?
✓ Wailea: luxury resorts and calm, sandy beaches.
✓ Kihei: next door to Wailea, with condos, beaches and lower prices.
✓ Ka’anapali: West Maui’s resort beach with a beachfront walkway.
✗ Kahului: near the airport, but not where you want to spend a beach holiday.
Hotels at a glance: 7 stays rated 9+
| Hotel | Guest rating | Reviews | From / night | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maui Coast Hotel | 9/10 | 975 | $221 | Kihei |
| Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui | 9.3/10 | 336 | $958 | Wailea |
| Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea | 9.2/10 | 95 | $1,037 | Wailea |
| Maui What a Wonderful World Bed & Breakfast | 9.3/10 | 144 | $225 | South Maui (Wailea/Kihei) |
| Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux (Adults Only) | 9/10 | 295 | $943 | Wailea |
| Maui Vista | 9/10 | 66 | $165 | Kihei |
| The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka’anapali | 9.3/10 | 27 | $452 | Ka’anapali (West Maui) |
Prices exclude taxes and resort or parking fees.
The hotels
1. Maui Coast Hotel — Best value
★ 9/10 from 975 guest reviews · 3-star · Kihei
The most-reviewed stay in this guide (nearly 1,000 reviews) in Kihei, South Maui’s laid-back beach town.
What we like
✓ Most reviewed pick here
✓ Good value for Maui
Keep in mind
✗ Not a beachfront resort
From $221 / night
2. Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui — Best luxury resort
★ 9.3/10 from 336 guest reviews · 4.5-star · Wailea
An all-suite resort in Wailea rated 9.3 — one of the highest scores in this guide.
What we like
✓ 9.3/10 guest score
✓ Ocean views
Keep in mind
✗ Expensive
✗ Resort fee likely on top
From $958 / night
3. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea — Best splurge
★ 9.2/10 from 95 guest reviews · 5-star · Wailea
Maui’s best-known 5-star resort, rated 9.2 by Agoda guests.
What we like
✓ 5-star resort
✓ 9.2/10 guest score
Keep in mind
✗ The most expensive stay here
✗ Fewer than 100 reviews on Agoda
From $1,037 / night
4. Maui What a Wonderful World Bed & Breakfast — Best small inn
★ 9.3/10 from 144 guest reviews · 3-star · South Maui (Wailea/Kihei)
A small B&B rated 9.3 for a fraction of Wailea resort prices.
What we like
✓ 9.3/10 guest score
✓ Low price for South Maui
Keep in mind
✗ Small inn, few resort facilities
From $225 / night
5. Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux (Adults Only) — Best for couples
★ 9/10 from 295 guest reviews · 5-star · Wailea
An adults-only boutique hotel in Wailea — a quiet choice for honeymoons and anniversaries.
What we like
✓ Adults only
✓ 5-star boutique
Keep in mind
✗ Expensive
✗ Not on the beach
From $943 / night
6. Maui Vista — Lowest price
★ 9/10 from 66 guest reviews · 3.5-star · Kihei
The lowest price in this guide, in Kihei, rated 9.0.
What we like
✓ Lowest price here ($165)
Keep in mind
✗ Fewer reviews (66)
✗ Rental-style property
From $165 / night
7. The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka’anapali — Best for West Maui
★ 9.3/10 from 27 guest reviews · 4-star · Ka’anapali (West Maui)
The only West Maui pick in this guide: ocean-view villas in Ka’anapali, rated 9.3.
What we like
✓ Ocean-view villas
✓ 9.3/10 guest score
Keep in mind
✗ Only 27 reviews on Agoda so far
From $452 / night
Getting there and around
- Flying in: Kahului Airport (OGG) is about 25–30 minutes from Kihei and Wailea and about 45–60 minutes from Ka’anapali.
- Getting around: you will want a rental car — public transport is limited.
- Fees: many resorts add a daily resort fee and parking charge.
FAQ
Is Wailea or Ka’anapali better?
Wailea is quieter and sunnier with upscale resorts; Ka’anapali has a lively beach walk with restaurants and shops.
Do I need a car on Maui?
Yes. Beaches, Haleakala and the Road to Hana are spread out, and public transport is limited.
How much is a 9+ rated hotel in Maui?
On the date we checked, the hotels in this guide ranged from $165 to $1,037 per night before taxes and fees.
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How we pick hotels · Every hotel we list is rated 9.0+ by guests.
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