Featured Destination
Maui
Beaches, volcanic landscapes, scenic drives and unforgettable island experiences.
Why Maui
Why this destination is worth planning around
Maui combines beautiful beaches with volcanic landscapes, rainforest drives, snorkeling, resort towns and mountain scenery. Visitors can watch sunrise or sunset at Haleakalā, explore the Hāna Highway, spend a day on the beaches of Wailea or Kāʻanapali, snorkel tropical waters and discover quieter areas of Upcountry and East Maui.
Plan the trip
Maui, step by step
Where to stay
Three standout ways to stay
A preview of the full list — see all ten in the Top 10 Maui Resorts & Hotels.
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Polished service, an adults-only serenity pool and a calm Wailea beach make this the benchmark for a classic Maui luxury stay.
Montage Kapalua Bay
Residence-style suites with full kitchens on a sheltered West Maui bay, good for longer stays and multi-generation groups.
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
A huge resort with a multi-level water activity pool, slides and gardens — the most fun-focused of the Wailea luxury hotels.
Things to do
Make the most of your trip
Four favourites from the full Top 10 Things to Do in Maui.
Watch Sunrise at Haleakalā
Stand above the clouds at the 10,000-foot summit of Haleakalā National Park as the sun lights up the crater.
Drive the Road to Hāna
Around 600 curves and 50-plus bridges past waterfalls, rainforest and black-sand beaches on Maui's wild east side.
Snorkel Molokini Crater
A half-sunken volcanic crater with clear, sheltered water and plenty of reef fish, reached by morning boat tour.
Go Whale Watching
Humpback whales gather in Maui's waters each winter, and breaches are often visible from boats and even the shore.
Best for
Beaches, couples, families, nature & adventure
Ideal trip length
5 to 7 nights
Planning example used on this site
7 days / 6 nights
Best time to visit
April, May, September & October
Known for
Haleakalā, Road to Hāna, beaches & snorkeling
Getting there
Fly into Kahului Airport (OGG)
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