Is the 5-star experience what you want during your time in Lahaina? Montage Kapalua Bay and The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua are certainly good options. Both hotels feature tennis courts, spas and numerous pools to go along with pristine views of the ocean. The hotels are located north up the coastline around 10 miles from downtown Lahaina.

Front Street is one of the main arteries running through Lahaina and it is also close to the local shops and restaurants. Lahaina Shores Beach Resort is located right on Front Street and is also only 1.3 miles away from the popular shopping mall Outlets of Maui.

Five miles north of Lahaina is Kaanapali where visitors will find one of the largest concentrations of resorts in Maui. Visitors will find resorts like Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas located right on the beach by Kahekili Beach Park.

Old Lahaina is a popular area for shopping and restaurants like Old Lahaina Luau and is a good area for hotels if you are looking to take in the local ambiance. Nearby hotels include Maui Garden Oasis where visitors will find amenities like a fitness center and kitchenettes in their rooms.

Sometimes it can be nice to have the freedom to cook your own meals when on vacation, whether it be a simple breakfast or a full dinner. For travelers looking for hotels with kitchens, look no further than Aina Nalu Lahaina by Outrigger, located just half a mile from the center of Lahaina.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Lahaina

Take a look at our extensive hotel Heatmaps to find the best hotels near you.

Lahaina Harbor is one of the centers of activity in Lahaina, particularly for whale watching and snorkeling excursions. Hotels located nearby include the Best Western Pioneer Inn, which is a mere 0.1 miles from the harbor and Lahaina Inn, which is 0.4 miles away. There are also many restaurants near the harbor like Sunrise Cafe along with a variety of shopping options such as the mall Shops At 505.

Though Lahaina has plenty to offer in terms of high-end resorts, there are also many affordable budget hotels available. Budget hotels in Lahaina include Royal Kahana Maui By Outrigger and Best Western Pioneer Inn. The two hotels are 6.9 miles and 0.5 miles from Lahaina, respectively.

The coastal side of downtown Lahaina is one of the main nightlife areas in Lahaina. There visitors will find plenty of bars and clubs like Down the Hatch and Spanky’s Riptide. It is also a great area to stay in with hotels available like Old Lahaina House.

Hotels in Lahaina - and Maui in general - are very family friendly with many resorts and hotels specifically catering to families. Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club - Lahaina & Napili Towers is one great option for families as the hotel offers a variety of entertainment options right on the property like golf, swimming and tennis. The hotel is also located right on the beach meaning you never have to leave hotel property if you don’t want to.