Hana-Maui Resort

WE loved our stay at the Hana Maui, it's such a beautiful property, the attentive staff Fabian driving us around to Selma knowing and helping with all local adventures. Food was great, we would endorse visiting Hana Maui for a relaxing few days.

I am one of those who more likely writes reviews of properties that do not meet expectations. This is one of those. I have been to this Hana resort several times over 20 years -- this is the first visit following its takeover by Hyatt. As always, the setting is wonderful -- fortunately that has not changed over these many years. But other things have. With the exception of several of the porter/ drivers (shout out to Kefa) and one or two folks at the front desk, the staff is at best indifferent, (especially the breakfast crew.). Amenities are there but they are quite bare- boned -- for whatever reason, there is no longer an on-site restaurant nor anything resembling a "resort environment." Yes, there is a nice pool, and our deluxe bungalow was comfortable, but there was little "engagement." I would have been thrilled if this were marketed as a bed and breakfast, but as a resort, it no longer satisfies. As a "local" (albeit from Oahu), I love Hana and will likely come back, but to an alternative accommodation -- one that better emphasizes place. If I want a "resort" -- or at minimum, a fruit basket in the room and a flower lei greeting, I will look elsewhere. The only "luxury" here is the price.

This place has an amazing feel to it that can only be felt and experienced first-hand. Hana town and the Hana Maui Resort are interwoven in this breathtaking part of Maui that spans from the powerful oceans waves and sweeping cut lawns to the jade grass hills and dark emerald misty mountains beyond. Passing rains gently rap on the roof of our bungalow, a sense of calm and safety in the plantation style room. Everything you need to relax and be in the moment and nothing to distract you. We enjoyed our weekend in Hana and the Hana Maui Resort provided experiences to enhance our stay to include an afternoon at the spa and a morning yoga routine. Both experiences immersed among the resort grounds. We were happy to see families with kids enjoying the resort grounds and great pools. Not a crowded resort by any means, each group can enjoy a practically private experience in this place.

We hiked all day on the trails to Hana and then spent the night at the Hana Hotel! It was relaxing to sit by the pool and have a delicious dinner delivered to the hotel room after a long day of driving! After a great nights sleep we continued hikes on the last part of the Hana Highway and then traveled back.

We had the most special honeymoon staying at this resort! The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly and the bungalow we stayed in was incredibly clean. Beds were comfortable and the views were stunning. There was plenty to do nearby! I could not recommend this place enough.