Sightseeing in Hana

One of your first stops at Hotel Hana-Maui should be our Concierge Desk for information on where to sight-see in the Hana area. Experts on Hana and the surrounding area, our Concierge staff can provide information, maps and advice to explore some of the most beautiful and culturally significant places in Hawai'i.

Hana Town Center
Hana has about 1800 residents. For a glimpse of community life, stroll through the Town Center and browse the shops. Hana Town Center is just a five-minute walk from the hotel. The bank, post office, Hana Ranch Restaurant, florist, Hana Ranch Store and several gift shops are located here. We also offer complimentary transportation through the Bell Desk.

Wai'anapanapa State Park
Overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean, this park offers a walk along the ancient "King's Trail", where one can explore a legendary fresh-water cave and discover important archeological sites. You will also find one of Maui's only black-sand beaches.

Hana Bay
Kapueokahi (the lone owl) is commonly referred to as 'Hana Bay'. It was the major shipping port for the sugar companies in Hana. Today it is a favorite with local families. This quarter-mile slice of black and white sand is a great place to swim or stroll. Hana Bay also offers the best snorkeling in the area. (Complimentary snorkeling equipment is available at the Concierge Desk.) Picnic tables and park area are great for an afternoon picnic.

Hana Cultural Center
Located a few minutes' walk from the hotel, the Hana Cultural Center offers a glimpse back in time. The former one-room courthouse and jail house a fascinating collection of historical photos, documents and artifacts. A small gift shop helps support the collections. Open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Kahanu Garden
Set on a rugged lava coast overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Kahanu Garden is home to some of Hawai'i's most precious treasures. Pi'ilanihale, a heiau or temple, is believed to be the largest man-made, pre-Western-contact structure in all of Polynesia. Experience the unspoiled beauty of Hana, and the fascinating culture and history of Hawai'i's people. A self-guided tour is available Monday through Friday from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Offered by the National Tropical Botanical Garden - Kahanu Garden.

'Ohe'o Gulch at Haleakala National Park
Part of Haleakala National Park but very different from the crater, 'Ohe'o Gulch is approximately 11 miles from Hana town. This National Park features a series of cascading pools that lead to the ocean. The Waimoku Hiking Trail is a five-mile round trip that takes you through a bamboo forest to beautiful Waimoku Falls. Keep in mind the road up to the park is quite rough. Caution is always advised when it rains; flash flooding can occur even in light rain. We recommend you leave early to enjoy 'Ohe'o before all the day-trippers arrive.