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Makawao Hawaii Hotels & Motels

Find the perfect hotel in Makawao using our hotel guide provided below. Explore our guide for inexpensive and discount hotel/motel rates in or near Makawao, HI for your corporate or personal leisure travel. We show the best Makawao, Hawaii motel and hotel rooms. Browse the Makawao area hotels to find the perfect lodging! Please use the provided map of the Makawao hotels. Coordinating a group? Get Makawao Group Hotel Discounts

The Makawao center point is about 6 miles southeast of H.A. Baldwin Beach State Park and 6 miles south of Hookipa Beach Park.

Set in Maui County, Makawao, HI, is a delightful blend of rustic atmosphere and lively culture that's sure to capture travelers seeking a unique Hawaiian experience. Imagine a place where paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) heritage meets a lively arts scene, all wrapped in the refreshing breezes of the island's higher elevations. Strolling through the town's quaint streets, you'll find an eclectic mix of art galleries, boutique shops, and local eateries that offer a taste of both traditional and contemporary Hawaiian flavors. However, the appeal of Makawao lies not only in its artistic atmosphere but also in its proximity to some of Maui's most breathtaking natural sites. Just a short drive away is the stunning Haleakalā National Park, where you can witness awe-inspiring sunrises that paint the sky in a kaleidoscope of colors. For those seeking adventure, the area's scenic hiking trails and horseback riding opportunities provide a perfect way to enjoy the island's enchanting landscapes. Despite its small-town feel, Makawao offers a range of lodging options that cater to various preferences, from cozy hotels and inns to more upscale suites. All in all, Makawao is a destination that promises both relaxation and inspiration, making it a must-visit spot on your Hawaiian itinerary. More from this guide...

Makawao Hotels, Motels & Accommodations

Lumeria Maui Educational Retreat Center in Makawao 1813 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, HI 96768
  • 4 star Mountain property
  • 3 suites in property
From$245
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Paia Inn 93 Hana Highway, Paia, HI 96779 ~5.74 miles northwest of Makawao
  • Midscale property
  • Check-in: 15:00
From$90
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Courtyard Maui Kahului Airport - Kahului 532 Keolani Place, Kahului, HI 96732 ~8.47 miles west of Makawao
  • Three Star property
From$80
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Sugar Beach Resort #532 145 North Kihei Rd. Building 1 Maui, Kihei, HI 96753 ~8.85 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Affordable property
  • Hotel has 6 suites
From$90
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Maui Kamaole - Maui Condo & Home 2777 South Kihei Rd. Bldg 1 Building 1, Kihei, HI 96753 ~8.85 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Three Star property
  • 56 rooms in hotel
From$90
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Maui Seaside Hotel - Kahului 100 West Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI 96732 ~9.79 miles west of Makawao
  • Mid-scale Airport property
  • Check in: 4:00 pm
From$179
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Hampton Inn & Suites Maui North Shore - Kahului 130 West Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI 96732 ~9.89 miles west of Makawao
  • 3-star Oceanfront hotel
  • Comp. Breakfast
From$150
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Maui Beach Hotel in Kahului 170 West Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului, HI 96732 ~9.93 miles west of Makawao
  • Mid-scale Airport hotel
  • Fitness + Health Center
From$115
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Maui Beach Vacation Club - Maui 515 South Kihei Rd., Maui, HI 96753 ~10.35 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Mid-scale property
  • Check-in time: 16:00
From$90
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Kohea Kai Hotel Maui 551 South Kihei Rd., Kihei, HI 96753 ~10.36 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Midscale hotel
  • Check-in: 11:00
From$150
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Kauhale Makai Mch : 938 South Kihei Rd. 938 South Kihei Rd., Kahului, HI 96753 ~10.75 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Three Star hotel
  • Check-in: 15:00
From$90
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Maui Sunset 1032 South Kihei Rd., Kihei, HI 96753 ~10.84 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Midscale Beach hotel
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
From$165
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Maui Coast Hotel 2259 South Kihei Rd., Kihei, HI 96753 ~11.79 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Three Star Beach hotel
  • Check in: 4:00 pm
From$175
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Aston Maui Banyan : 2511 South Kihei Rd. Ste F 2511 South Kihei Rd. Ste F, Kihei, HI 96753 ~12.27 miles southwest of Makawao
  • 3 star Resort property
  • Check in time: 3:00 p.m.
Aston at the Maui Banyan in Kihei Maui 2575 South Kihei Rd., Kihei Maui, HI 96753 ~12.27 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Mid-scale Resort hotel
  • Hotel has 256 rooms
From$133
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Kamaole Sands Resort in Kihei 2695 South Kihei Rd., Kihei, HI 96753 ~12.34 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Mid-scale Resort property
  • Fitness center on property
From$179
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Hale Kamaole : 2737 South Kihei Rd. 2737 South Kihei Rd., Kihei, HI 96753 ~12.47 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Three Star hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00pm
From$135
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Aston Maui Hill 2881 South Kihei Rd., Kihei, HI 96753 ~12.57 miles southwest of Makawao
  • 3 star property
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
From$90
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Days Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront : 2980 South Kihei Rd. 2980 South Kihei Rd., Maui, HI 96753 ~12.89 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Affordable hotel
  • 2 suites in property
From$121
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Palms at Wailea 3200 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea (Maui), HI 96753 ~12.91 miles southwest of Makawao
  • 3-star property
  • Hotel has 84 rooms
From$285
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Wailea Grand Champions - CoralTree Residence Collection 155 Wailea Ike Place, Kihei, HI 96753 ~13.30 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Mid-scale Beach hotel
  • Hotel has 2 floors
From$224
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AC by Marriott Maui Wailea in Wailea 88 Wailea Ike Place, Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.37 miles southwest of Makawao
  • 3-star Downtown property
  • 12 suites in hotel
From$90
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Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - a concept by Hyatt : 3550 Wailea Alanui Dr. 3550 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.38 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Expensive Resort property
  • 300 rooms in hotel
From$379
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Ho‘olei Villas at Grand Wailea : 146 Ho'olei Circle 146 Ho'olei Circle, Wailea Maui, HI 96753 ~13.42 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Four star property
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$125
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Polo Beach Club, a Destination Hotel 34 Wailea Gateway Place Suite A102, Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.42 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Mid-scale property
  • Hotel has 20 rooms
From$100
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Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort 3850 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.43 miles southwest of Makawao
  • 4-star Resort hotel
  • Gym / Fitness Center Available
From$290
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Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea 75 Wailea Ike Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.47 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Mid-scale property
  • 200 suites in property
From$209
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Wailea Beach Villas 3800 Wailea Alanui, Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.49 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Three Star property
  • 5 floors in property
From$90
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The Fairmont Kea Lani Maui - Wailea (Maui) 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea (Maui), HI 96753 ~13.60 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Luxury Five Star Beach property
  • 450 rooms in hotel
From$289
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Wailea Beach Resort Marriott Maui : 3700 Wailea Alanui Dr. 3700 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.69 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Four star Oceanfront hotel
  • 56 suites in property
From$319
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Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only - Wailea 555 Kaukahi St., Wailea, HI 96753 ~13.90 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Luxurious 5-star Beach property
  • 72 sleeping rooms in hotel
From$375
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Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea 3900 Wailea Alanui, Wailea, HI 96753 ~14.09 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Luxury 5 star Resort hotel
  • 8 floors in hotel
From$489
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Wailea Point a Destination Residen : 4000 Wailea Alanui Dr. 100 4000 Wailea Alanui Dr. 100, Kihei, HI 96753 ~14.21 miles southwest of Makawao
  • Three Star property
  • Check in: 16:00
From$90
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Lahaina Shores : 475 Front St. 475 Front St., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~22.63 miles west of Makawao
  • Mid-scale hotel
  • 117 suites in hotel
From$80
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Aina Nalu Lahaina - Lahaina 660 Wainee St., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~22.70 miles west of Makawao
  • 3-star property
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$114
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Hana-Maui Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Residence 5031 Hana Highway, Hana, HI 96713 ~22.75 miles east of Makawao
  • High-end Oceanfront hotel
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From$350
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Pioneer Inn - Lahaina 658 Wharf St., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~22.89 miles west of Makawao
  • Mid-scale Oceanfront property
  • Check in time: 03:00
From$80
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The Plantation Inn Free Breakfast 174 Lahainaluna Rd., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~22.92 miles west of Makawao
  • Mid-scale property
  • 2 floors in hotel
From$90
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Lahaina Inn 127 Lahainaluna Rd., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~22.96 miles west of Makawao
  • 3-star Downtown property
  • 12 rooms in property
From$107
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Kapalua Villas Maui 2000 Village Rd., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~23.51 miles west of Makawao
  • High-end Resort hotel
  • 240 rooms in hotel
From$175
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Napili Kai Beach Resort in Lahaina 5900 L. Honoapiilani Rd., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~23.56 miles west of Makawao
  • Three Star Beach property
  • 163 rooms in property
From$265
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The Ritz Carlton Kapalua One Ritz Carlton Dr., Kapalua, HI 96761 ~23.61 miles west of Makawao
  • Luxury 5-star Resort hotel
  • Hotel has 9 floors
From$285
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The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua : 1 Ritz Carlton Dr. 1 Ritz Carlton Dr., Kapalua, HI 96761 ~23.65 miles west of Makawao
  • Luxury 5 star Oceanfront hotel
  • Gym is available on property
From$209
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The Gardens at West Maui 5500 Lower Honoapiilani Highwa, Kapalua, HI 96761 ~24.03 miles west of Makawao
  • 3 star property
  • Check-in time: 16:00
From$90
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Hyatt Vacation Club at Ka’anapali Beach 180 Nohea Kai Dr., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~24.12 miles west of Makawao
  • Affordable Beach hotel
  • Fitness center on property
From$80
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Napili Shores Maui by Outrigger 5315 Lower Honoapiilani Rd., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~24.13 miles west of Makawao
  • Affordable Beach property
  • Check in: 3:00 PM
From$133
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Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa : 200 Nohea Kai Dr. 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~24.18 miles west of Makawao
  • High-end Oceanfront property
  • 808 sleeping rooms in hotel
From$170
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Kahana Villa 4242 Honoapiilani Highway, Lahaina Maui, HI 96761 ~24.20 miles west of Makawao
  • 3 star Beach property
  • 39 sleeping rooms in hotel
From$80
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Marriott's Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers 100 Nohea Kai Dr., Lahaina -Maui, HI 96761 ~24.20 miles west of Makawao
  • High-end property
  • Check-in: 16:00
From$160
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Kaanapali Maui at the Eldorado by Outrigger in Lahaina 2661 Kekaa Dr., Lahaina, HI 96761 ~24.22 miles west of Makawao
  • 3-star Beach property
  • 85 suites in hotel
From$129
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Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all Makawao, HI discounts available. The chart reflects the cheapest Makawao hotel for each day and each star rating category.

Discover the Best Seasons for Exploring Makawao, HI

With temperatures varying from 60°F to 81°F, Makawao, HI, enjoys a mild climate year-round, making it a delightful destination all year round. In spring, the town is lush and colorful, perfect for exploring the scenic hiking trails of the nearby Makawao Forest Reserve. During this time, the annual East Maui Taro Festival in April celebrates Hawaiian culture with traditional music, hula, and delicious taro dishes. Summer in Makawao is warm and inviting, and the annual Makawao Rodeo, held over the Fourth of July weekend, is a must-see event, showcasing traditional Hawaiian rodeo skills and festive parades. Fall offers slightly cooler temperatures, providing a comfortable climate for browsing the art galleries and boutiques in this town. The Maui Ukulele Festival, typically held in October in nearby Kahului, attracts music lovers from all over. This lively event features performances by renowned ukulele musicians, offering a blend of traditional Hawaiian and contemporary tunes that create a delightful atmosphere for both locals and visitors. Winter in Makawao remains pleasantly mild, making it ideal for enjoying the town's unique shops and eateries. With its fun cultural events and consistently pleasant weather, Makawao is a year-round retreat that beautifully blends natural beauty with rich island traditions.

Below is a chart of the current pricing seasonality of hotels and motels in Makawao, HI:

Averate Rates by Star Rating

Below we've posted 3 graphs displaying average nightly cost patterns by star rating class in Makawao, HI. Analyze these charts to determine the best time to make a reservation in Makawao during the year.

Top Luxury Hotel Options in Makawao, HI

For those who would like to treat themselves to a bit of luxury, the Makawao area offers upscale accommodations where you can feel like a VIP. These premium hotels, inns, and suites provide a variety of amenities to make your stay pleasant. You can relax in well-furnished rooms with comfy beds and scenic views, making it easy to unwind after a day of exploring. Many properties also feature on-site restaurants serving delicious meals that cater to a range of tastes. Plus, on-site spa services are available to help you recharge. Fitness options like modern gyms and refreshing swimming pools are ready for those who like to maintain their fitness routine. Business travelers will find convenient meeting spaces and reliable internet access to help keep them connected. Plus, these accommodations are often just a short walk from all the must-see sights, so you can easily discover the natural beauty and cultural treasures of Makawao while enjoying unparalleled comfort and style.

Affordable Accommodation Options in Makawao, HI: Budget Hotels for a Comfortable Stay

In the Makawao area, travelers can find a range of low-budget accommodations, including cozy hotels, welcoming motels, and comfortable suites that offer great value without compromising on quality. These budget-friendly options provide essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfasts, and convenient parking, ensuring a hassle-free stay. Many of these lodgings are set in scenic locations, allowing guests to enjoy the natural beauty of Maui while being just a short drive from Makawao's unique attractions, like its art scene and local markets. By choosing these affordable accommodations, visitors can enjoy the beauty and culture of Makawao while keeping their travel expenses in check, making it a smart choice for those who would like to experience the island's allure without breaking the bank.

2 Star Average Prices: $99.00

Unforgettable Savings: Hotel Discounts Await in Makawao, HI

When planning a trip to Makawao, HI, travelers can take advantage of a variety of special offers and deals through HotelPlanner, catering to both groups and solo adventurers. Solo travelers can enjoy discounts on single-room bookings and take advantage of deals for specific demographics that make island escapes more affordable for everyone. For groups, the platform promises attractive discounts that make it easier for family gatherings, weddings, or retreats to find accommodations that suit everyone's needs. These group discounts ensure that guests can stay together and enjoy their island getaway without financial strain, providing more opportunities to explore the cultural richness and natural beauty of Makawao. With these offers, HotelPlanner helps make a Hawaiian adventure both memorable and wallet-friendly.

Discover Makawao, HI: A Haven of Natural Beauty, Cultural Richness, and Outdoor Adventure

Makawao is a little town that offers a delightful mix of natural beauty and unique attractions, perfect for any traveler who would like to experience the soul of Hawaii. Known for its arts scene and paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) culture, Makawao is also home to some of the island's most fascinating attractions. First on your must-see list is the Maui Pineapple Tour, a sweet adventure that takes you through the lush pineapple fields where you can learn about the island's agricultural history and savor the freshest pineapples you'll ever taste. It's a fun and informative tour that promises a slice of Hawaiian life while filling your senses with the scent of fresh pineapples and the stunning vistas of the Maui countryside. Just a short drive away, Waiohiwi Falls is a serene escape into nature with its cascading waters and tranquil pools. It's the perfect spot for a refreshing dip or just soaking in the beauty of the Hawaiian landscape. For those who crave a bit of adrenaline, head over to Peahi Beach. This spot is legendary for its massive waves and is a hotspot for big-wave surfers from around the globe. Makawao has something for every kind of traveler. So, pack your bags and get ready to explore this lovely corner of Maui, where history, nature, and adventure come together in perfect harmony.

FAQs about hotels in Makawao

What are the most favored hotels in Makawao?

AC by Marriott Maui Wailea, Wailea Beach Villas and Aston Maui Hill are the best rated hotels based on customer reviews in the last 365 days.

What are the most up-scale hotels in Makawao?

The Fairmont Kea Lani Maui, Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only and Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea are the top 3 luxury hotels near Makawao city center.

What hotels are closest to the city center of Makawao?

Lumeria Maui Educational Retreat Center, Paia Inn, and Courtyard Maui Kahului Airport are the properties closest to Makawao city center.

How much does a cheap hotel in Makawao cost per night?

In the last year, a 2 star hotel in Makawao can be as cheap as $99.00 per night. (based on HotelPlanner prices)

What are the best independent hotels in Makawao?

Wailea Beach Villas, Aston Maui Hill and Polo Beach Club, a Destination Hotel are the best rated independent hotels (not part of a big brand).

What are the best Marriott hotels in Makawao?

AC by Marriott Maui Wailea, The Ritz Carlton Kapalua and Courtyard Maui Kahului Airport are the best rated Marriott/Starwood branded hotels (based on customer reviews score).

Recent traveler reviews of Makawao, HI

Below are reviews of the city of Makawao, HI from an actual visitor's perspective.

"The hospitality of the lovely locals "
Score 5.0 / 5

The hospitality of the lovely locals and the kind people all around!!

Tabatha J., from 13-Dec-2025
"Relaxing!"
Score 4.0 / 5

Relaxing!

John L., from 06-Aug-2023
The average traveler rating of the city of Makawao, HI shown above is 4.5 out of 5 based on 2 reviews
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