Maluaka Beach at a Glance
Maluaka Beach is located right in front of the Westin
Maui Prince Resort on the islands south shore. It’s a
small but wide crescent-shaped white-sand beach that
offers some of the best swimming conditions in Makena
Bay. The nearshore ocean
bottom is sandy and slopes gently to the deeper and
rockier offshore waters.
There are some submerged
boulders in the shorebreak at both ends of the beach, so
swimmers should be cautious. When the surf is up, these
boulders aren’t always visible.
Kiawe trees and sand dunes make up the baskshore.
Because of these sand dunes, the beach is sometimes
called Pu‘u One, which means “sand hills.” There’s a
small landscaped park at the north end of the beach,
which provides public access to the shoreline.
Maluaka Beach also has a nice grassy area, picnic
tables, restrooms and showers. There’s also a concession
stand near the beach that is operated by the resort,
where you can get drinks or rent beach equipment.
Maluaka Beach in Bullet Points
- Small but wide sandy beach, good for swimming
- Shady areas and picnic tables make for a good picnicking
spot
- Westin Maui Prince Resort located nearby
Maluaka Beach Facilities (top)
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic tables
- Parking
- No lifeguards
Maluaka Beach Water Activities
- Swimming
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Snorkeling
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Bodyboarding
Maluaka Beach Location
Address: Makena Rd., Makena, Maui, HI 96761
Maluaka Beach Map (top)
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Maluaka Beach Weather (top)
Now 64°F Windchill: 64°F
Mostly Cloudy
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Location: Lahaina, HI, US
Wind: 6 mph NE
Humidity: 80%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.05 in rising
Sunrise: 6:29 am
Sunset: 6:36 pm
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Sat
Hi: 80°F Low: 65°F
Mostly Sunny
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Sun
Hi: 80°F Low: 66°F
Partly Cloudy
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Maluaka Beach Photos (click to enlarge)
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Maluaka Beach Reviews and Comments
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Safety Tip
Whatever beach in Hawaii you visit, please have in mind that the ocean can
be very dangerous. Never turn your back against the waves and watch out for underwater
currents and always check the surf conditions. Pay attention to signs posted on
the beach. If you are not sure about the conditions, ask the lifeguards (if any
on the beach). Please
click here to
read more about ocean safety in Hawaii.
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