Maui Towns

Maui Town Guide

Maui Towns

Find Maui towns for beach stays, resort areas, Upcountry scenery, historic communities, local dining and island day trips, from Kihei and Wailea to Kaanapali, Kapalua, Paia, Hana, Wailuku and Makawao.

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Maui Towns

Browse Maui towns, from lively visitor hubs and historic communities to quiet local areas with island character.

Haiku

Haiku

Haiku is a quiet North Shore Maui community known for lush scenery, pineapple-era history, local cafes, small farms, Ho'okipa Beach access and Road to Hana routes.

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Hana

Hana

Hana is a remote East Maui town known for lush scenery, Hana Bay, black-sand beaches, cultural sites and the famous coastal highway.

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Huelo

Huelo

Huelo is a quiet North Shore Maui community known for Hana Highway scenery, rainforests, small farms, Kaulanapueo Church, Honomanu Bay and rural charm.

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Ka'anapali

Ka'anapali

Ka'anapali is a West Maui resort area known for a long beach, Black Rock, Whalers Village, golf, luaus, ocean activities and sunset views.

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Kahului

Kahului

Kahului is Central Maui's main airport, harbor, shopping and transportation hub, with Kanaha Beach Park, Kanaha Pond and the Maui Arts & Cultural Center nearby.

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Kapalua

Kapalua

Kapalua is an upscale northwest Maui resort community known for Kapalua Bay, golf courses, coastal trails, luxury villas and quiet West Maui scenery.

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Keokea

Keokea

Keokea is an Upcountry Maui town known for cool hillside scenery, Chinese heritage, Sun Yat-sen Park, coffee, galleries and Kula Highway views.

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Kihei

Kihei

Kihei is a sunny South Maui beach town known for Kamaole Beach Park, Charley Young Beach, Kalama Park, vacation rentals, casual dining and ocean activities.

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Kipahulu

Kipahulu

Kipahulu is a remote East Maui community known for Haleakala National Park's coastal district, Oheo Gulch, Pipiwai Trail, Waimoku Falls and rural scenery.

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Kula

Kula

Kula is an Upcountry Maui community known for farms, Kula onions, protea, lavender, Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Haleakala views and cool hillside weather.

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Lahaina

Lahaina

Lahaina is a historic West Maui town in recovery after the 2023 wildfire, known for Hawaiian Kingdom history, Front Street, Lahaina Harbor and the banyan tree.

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Ma'alaea

Ma'alaea

Ma'alaea is a quiet Central Maui harbor village known for Ma'alaea Harbor, Maui Ocean Center, Molokini trips, Sugar Beach and seasonal whale watching.

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Makawao

Makawao

Makawao is an Upcountry Maui town known for paniolo history, ranching roots, art galleries, cafes, rodeo traditions and hillside scenery.

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Makena

Makena

Makena is a quiet South Maui coastal community known for Makena State Park, Big Beach, Little Beach, Maluaka Beach, Makena Landing and lava-rock scenery.

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Napili

Napili

Napili is a relaxed West Maui beach community known for Napili Bay, low-rise condos, sunset views, nearby Kapalua beaches and quiet coastal scenery.

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Pa'ia

Pa'ia

Pa'ia is a North Shore Maui town known for plantation-era storefronts, cafes, boutiques, surf culture, Ho'okipa Beach Park and Road to Hana access.

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Pukalani

Pukalani

Pukalani is an Upcountry Maui community known for cooler hillside weather, local services, Pukalani Country Club, parks, a public pool and Haleakala access.

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Spreckelsville

Spreckelsville

Spreckelsville is a quiet North Shore Maui community known for residential beach coves, sugar-era history, nearby H.A. Baldwin Beach Park and Paia access.

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Wailea

Wailea

Wailea is a polished South Maui resort community known for Wailea Beach, oceanfront resorts, golf courses, the Wailea Beach Path, shopping and sunset views.

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Wailuku

Wailuku

Wailuku is Central Maui's historic county seat, known for Iao Valley access, Ka'ahumanu Church, Bailey House Museum, civic landmarks and local-town character.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main towns on Maui?

Maui towns include Kihei, Wailea, Kaanapali, Kapalua, Paia, Hana, Wailuku, Kahului, Makawao, Kula and other Upcountry and coastal communities.

Which Maui town is best for beach stays?

Kihei, Wailea, Kaanapali, Kapalua and Napili are popular areas for beach-focused stays and easy shoreline access.

Which Maui towns are in Upcountry?

Makawao, Kula, Pukalani and Keokea are Upcountry Maui communities known for cooler weather, farms, views, art and paniolo history.

Which Maui town is near the main airport?

Kahului is home to Maui's main airport, harbor, shopping centers, transportation routes and several central island services.

Which Maui town is best for local history?

Wailuku is Central Maui's historic county seat and has civic landmarks, museums, churches, local businesses and access to Iao Valley.