Hotels near Hana (HNM), United States of America

Travelling to Maui Island: Hana Airport

Flights in and out of Hana Airport (HNM), one of Maui Island’s commuter airports, carry locals and visitors travelling to the other Hawaiian islands, flying with Pacific Wings, the only operator to and from Hana Airport. Located on the island’s north-eastern coast, HNM is only an 11-minute drive from the centre of Hana. And although there’s no public transport or taxi services to and from the airport, you can arrange transport with a number of tour companies.

Facilities at Hana Airport

Hana Airport is pretty small, with no shops or places to eat, but you’ll find plenty of vending machines with snacks and drinks. There is a small car park available for those arriving by hire car.

Maui Island: When to Travel

Maui Island’s peak season is from November to March, when many travellers head to the island for some winter sun. The most expensive flights to Maui Island are in January and February, when whale-watching season is in full swing. Travelling between the islands can be very busy over federal holidays and flights can get booked up well in advance. The best time to get a flight to Maui is in the summer. Although prices tend to spike during July and August’s summer holidays, when many families head to the island, for the best hotel and flight deals, head to Maui Island during the summer when the kids are at school.

Choosing a Maui Island Hotel

Despite its reputation as a luxury destination for the rich and famous, accommodation on Maui Island ranges from budget hostels to family-friendly guesthouses to all-inclusive five-star resorts. Each hotel and hostel has plenty of facilities and modern comforts to ensure you enjoy your stay, from free WiFi throughout hotels to onsite restaurants and bars.

Hotels and resorts are dotted around the island. West Maui has many picture-perfect views of the Pacific Ocean and the area’s famous mountains. The coastal towns of Lahaina and Kaanapali are home to some of West Mali’s best hotels and resorts, and their beaches are popular with both sunbathers and surfers.

A favourite destination of sun lovers, South Maui gets the island’s best weather. The main town there, Wailea, evolved from barren scrubland to today’s lush oasis with some of Maui Island’s most exclusive resorts.

Maui Island’s Historic Sites

Maui Island isn’t just about relaxing on the beach with a cocktail; you’ll find plenty of historic sites to explore. In the Iao Valley State Park, the Ioa Needle is one of the island’s most famous landmarks. A number of hikes lead up to this spot, which was the site of the Battle of Kepaniwai in 1790.

A six-minute drive out of Kahului, the Alexander and Baldwin Sugar Museum looks back at the sugar industry’s effect on the Hawaiian economy. Artefacts and photographs detail the process of growing and harvesting sugarcane, and there are also exhibitions focusing on the sugar companies and the repercussions their business had on the island.