Great look out and a restroom stop. The park is accessible by reservation only, so says the sign…read more We did not have reservation on this day. Please come and create your own adventure.

I came here in 2018 and my goal for this park was see the black sand beach. I never saw or touched…read moreblack sand before so when I found out that there was a beach in Maui with black sand, I was amazed and intrigued to go there. When I arrived, I found it boring because there was nothing to do except chill with your beach blanket and sunbathe or read a book like how normal beaches are. The black sanded section was not even that big or long. It was just a tiny part of the park! I did not know how to swim so all I did was touch and grab some black sand and that was pretty much it. The current and waves were strong so it was not safe to go swim. I just stood in the water with the water meeting at my knees. There were some small hills by the black sand to climb up and down. Not good for people who are afraid of heights, which is me. I was pretty scared and had to hold on to the rocks. There are no guided paths or ropes to hang onto so I had to be careful of slipping. I left the park without staying long. Good thing about this park was that there were public restrooms so that was the key thing!

After reading some of the reviews, I was a bit hesitant about what it was going to be like. Going…read morein with realistic expectations, I was pleasantly surprised that it was more comfortable than I thought. I did not mind having no TV as this is a great place to unplug and unwind and the oceanview from our lanai is nature's entertainment. The beach that you can walk to isn't much of a sandy beach but is swimmable although can be rough at times. Aware of what a mosquito magnet I am, I did not want an outdoor shower or hot tub so opted for the Iwa Suite which had a pretty impressive shower. The room was comfortable but as others have mentioned, is dated and you can see wear and tear. Since you are in a tropical environment, you will probably see small ants and even a gecko in your room which we kindly escorted out to the lanai. Thankfully, did not encounter any spiders in the room although they are around property. The fridge, microwave, and plates came in handy to enjoy our included breakfast and fruits we picked up from the fruit stands close by as well as takeout on our lanai. Quiet although you will hear your neighbors, safe enough that you don't need to lock your doors and a wonderful place to unwind but be aware that is it rustic.

My wife started off our 8 night stint on Maui in Hana at the Bamboo Inn. We stayed in the Honu…read moresuite for two nights and absolutely loved it. Our room in particular had an outdoor bath tub and shower, which really added to the ambiance of the stay. Staring out onto the bay and black sand beach in the tub will be a memory to last a lifetime. The room was no frills in the best of ways. There was no TV or luxury amenities, but it was impeccably clean, had an amazing mattress, a small kitchenette to reheat leftovers from the food trucks down the street, and ocean views complete with beach access. We have zero regrets spending a couple nights in Hana because we really enjoyed the off the beaten path vibes of the area. Lots of people just come out for the day, but I would have felt so rushed. Spending a couple nights was the perfect way to experience the area because it allowed us to enjoy the slower pace. Our host, John, was super kind and knowledgeable about how to spend our time with great suggestions. One of which was to get Huli Huli chicken on the beach, which was super delicious with great waterfront views. Another that the botanical gardens were worth the side trip and we totally agree. We also learned he has a deep connection to the community because of the magazine article included in the information book placed in our room. What we loved about Hana was the unpolished and unapologetic authentic vibes. Both nights we fell asleep with the patio window open welcoming cool ocean breezes and rhythmic waves sounds while we slept. Now we're sitting on the beach in Kapalua with the Disneyland-ish resort persona wishing we were back in Hana. We hope to be back sometime soon John. In the meantime, go huskies.

Always a pleasant experience dealing with these folks! The truly exemplify the spirit of Aloha!…read moreTheir floral arrangements are absolutely stunning and have been thoroughly enjoyed by everyone I've ever sent one to! They last a lot longer than I ever imagined too! Their honey is to die for, and their moringa in fantastic. I've even started using their moringa soap, and I won't use anything else!! Highly recommend!!!!

We tried to visit Hana Tropicals while on our Road to Hana drive but didn't realize it was closed…read moreto visitors. Instead I made an order online for my mom's birthday -- the surprise orchids. The wrapping was so awesome and was delivered to MD so quickly! My mom is very happy to have this pot of flowers to add to her orchid collection.

I stayed here for one night with my 16 year old daughter. What a magical place. From arrival to…read moredeparture this was truly a wonderful stay. The property is beautiful and tranquil. The staff is professional and so friendly. The garden suite with 2 queen beds is huge as is the bathroom. We both loved it. Although we didn't use the spa services we did stop in. The woman working there was so friendly - we enjoyed talking with her so much and meeting her bird. The beach bungalows look amazing. They are perched on a gentle grassy slope overlooking the ocean. We noticed some had private hot tubs. Both pools were fantastic. I would also like to note the cleanliness of the rooms and the facilities in general. We had breakfast in the restaurant off the lobby which was very good. Both the hostess and our waitress were so friendly and exuded the aloha spirit. Treat yourself and stay here - it's so worth it.

This was a surprise destination from my wife for our last weekend on Maui. Our Wedding Anniversary…read moreis this month. We are in Hana. On the remote side of the island in the oldest hotel on Maui, from 1944 built in the plantation style and i think 75 bungalows spread out on what might appear to be a giant golf course. All lawn. Spread Over 75 acres of space and green lawns. No TV or clock in the room. No microwave. Just a Kurig. We do have wifi. We are so far from parking we arrive to our quarters by golf cart. Anytime we don't want to walk , we just call. Many included activities gym, yoga, meditation, tennis , pickle ball, basket ball, bikes , and beach equipment and 2 pools. Over looking the sea are white wood chairs. That was super. Or we can watch from our Lanai. Also a delight. On site dining available or off site food trucks. Tonight we chose Thai , off site. Koki Beach and Hamoa Beach are both near and we may go in the morning to Surf. Decide Tomorrow. The superior built gym may be calling me early. Pretty nice. All glass walls overlooks one pool. We may have to return and stay longer. A weekend may just be a taste of Luxury i can handle. Update next morning... It was a superior first night and my waking thought was , this is Luxury Happiness.

Hana Farms Roadside Stand is seriously one of those places you never forget. Funny enough, I can't…read moreeven remember exactly what we ordered, I just remember that everything was absolutely amazing. My fiancée and I shared a salad that was more than enough for both of us, and you could genuinely taste how fresh every ingredient was. And the pizza? Freshly baked, crispy, flavorful, and honestly to die for. The whole place has such a laid-back Maui vibe that makes you want to slow down and enjoy every bite. Already counting down the days until we can visit again.

Honestly, I have major regrets for not getting the pizza here!…read more We came here to try the banana bread and got the chocolate chip banana bread - I am at a loss of words to say how good this was! It is definitely by far the best banana bread I have ever had in my entire life. husband is a major fan of banana desserts and he actually said the same thing ! The banana bread was melt in your mouth soft even when we had it later in the day. The chocolate chips were so well distributed and everything was so good. We had a hard time stopping and actually ended up finishing that whole loaf among the two of us. Regarding that pizza - I went to use the restroom while we made a stop here and the pizza smells so phenomenal! There was also quite a. Crowd and a lot of tables were occupied even on a Sunday afternoon. So clearly this place is good!

This is a pretty easy hike with great payoff! It only takes about 2 hours, and you get to hike over…read morea couple of bridges, through a bamboo forest, and end up at a gorgeous waterfall! I'm an athletic kinda girl, and I would say this trail is maybe a 2/5 in terms of difficulty. (I'd give it a 1, but it has some incline, so I gave it a 2.) My boyfriend is a homebody and rarely hikes, and he gave it a 3/5 in terms of difficulty. One thing to note: The drive to get here is a DOOZY. I did thee Road to Hana the last time I was in Maui, and it freaked me out so much that we tried going around the south side of the island this time. That was also very scary. Unless you are prepared for very narrow roads (I'm talking one lane with traffic going both ways) on a cliff, sometimes with drops straight into the ocean, don't do it. If you are okay with that, do the Road to Hana for the more scenic drive. The southern drive was less scenic, and probably just as scary.

Came back here 5 years after I went the 1st time and brought my 9 year old. He made it to the end…read moreand back. The trail didn't seem as magical, maintained or green as I remember the 1st time. Maybe a different time of year? More mosquitoes as well. Still, it was pleasant and glad we went. We saw a lot of people bringing infants in carriers and really small kids. This is a serious hike. I would say maybe 7 + in age if you are bringing kids. You may make it part of the way, but it will take you an hour to get to the bamboo forest at least and there are a lot of weird wide steps. Bring water, snacks, hiking stick and bug spray.

This place is abandoned. There is a sign that says it's up for sale so it's not being maintained at…read moreall. This place is of horror movies. We arrived at an empty gate with fading signs and absolutely nobody around. It was really scary and unwelcoming. If you're shooting the sequel to Anhaliation, it's a great location, but please don't take your family there.

My husband, a friend and I stayed one night in the Marine room during our trip to Hana. We read…read moresome mixed reviews about the accommodations and were a bit apprehensive about what this place would be like. I'm happy to say that we were pleasantly surprised. I think the negative reviews might come from having the wrong expectations. This is a funky cabin in a beautiful tropical forest setting. It is not fancy but it is well maintained and most importantly, clean. I think that if you come with the expectation that you are going to be staying in your friend's uncle's cabin out in the woods you will be happy with what you find and you will enjoy it. The property is located down a quiet road and is about 10 minutes from Hana town. We would stay there again.

I am an owner of a private tour company on Maui called The Magic of Maui Experience and Hana Mana…read moreFarms is hands down our most memorable stop on The Road to Hana! The place is a one stop shop farm stand that is like nothing I've ever experienced before. After the long and windy drive, you are pleasantly welcomed by the owner, Randy and his friendly staff. You can choose to relax, stretch, plug into their free wifi, fill up your water bottles, hula hoop, play on the gym equipment, and indulge in all the exotic fruits they offer. It's also an information station where your farmtender will answer questions you may have about Hana or if you just need a place to decompress. Kids love it here as they get to play and learn about new fruits and so many fun facts about the farm. There is something for everyone at Hana mana and we never leave without a fresh coconut (and a hug!) A playground fun stop for all ages! Don't leave Hana without stopping in! You will leave there smiling and an understanding of what true Aloha means.

From the owner: Hana Mana Farm is an organic, permaculture fruit farm and home to the Road Side Stretch Stop and…read moreInformation Station (WI-FI available) as well as The FarmFit Jungle Gym. It's your perfect first stop after hours of driving. Buy locally grown fruit, drink a coconut and talk story with Randy, owner/operator. Get FarmFit! Bust out some pull-ups, do some dips and flip the tire. Stretch your legs and get the "local scoop" on the East Side Vibes. Wanting a Farm Stay experience? Inquire via email: hanamanafarm@gmail.com We also offer Farm Tours by appointment only. Inquire via Email: Hanamanafarm@gmail.com Located minutes from the Hana Lave tube, Kahanu Gardens, Waianapanapa State Park and 10 minutes from Hana Town.

Truly a special place! Sadly, Mrs. Nakamura has passed. Her son, Mr. Keith Nakamura, has taken over…read moreownership of the business. He has made many improvements with new bedding, linens and new paint. He even added WIFI! Fortunately, it still has that homegrown, childhood memory feel for me. Wooden boarded interior, tin roof, simple amenities. Pots, pans, dishes, cups, dish soap, basic cleaning supplies are included. As always, very clean. Itʻs our favorite place to stay in Hana.

We luckily got in at the very last minute, the weekend of the East Maui Taro Fest. I called the…read morenumber on a whim just to get a price for reference and they had a cancellation. Sweet! I put my credit card number down to hold the room, and you pay her cash when checking in at the office, which is her place of residence. It looks like there were 2 rentals on her property, but the one we stayed at was just around the block on Hana Hwy. The 3 of us paid a total of $130. What a deal for an entire house compared to other vacation rentals. THE HOUSE: It's definitely older but was clean. We had use of a 2-car garage, full kitchen, dining room, living room, bathroom (shower but no tub) and 2 bedrooms, one with a queen bed, the other with two twins. There's a small balcony which has a great view of Hana Bay. The sole TV in the living room has basic cable. The cabinets were stocked with plates, cups and utensils. They provided us with towels but we all brought our own. The sofas in the living room were definitely old and sunk badly. The beds were adequate. There are just 2 drawbacks. First, the bedroom with the two twin beds had something in the ceiling & walls making a scratching noise. Ratatouille perhaps? Second, the house is located above the owner's son's place. Quiet hours are 9pm to 8am. You have to be out of the house by 10:45am on your day of departure. You simply go back to the office and hang the key outside the door. OVERALL: Very decent digs for the price. It feels great to support a local business as opposed to the fancier vacation rentals. The owner is a sweet elderly lady who even let us park our car at her office which was closer to the Taro Fest. We'd definitely go back.

Very beautiful location, please be respectful and keep it that way. This is a National Park and…read moreCultural Site. Things to know: - The gift shop is the very small structure when you come in. Please support. - There are restrooms in the front. Yes they are handicap accessible. - Bring mosquito repellent!! Bring mosquito repellent!! Bring mosquito repellent!! - Check out their website and social media for upcoming events and more information: https://ntbg.org/gardens/kahanu While in addition to the heiau be sure to check out the HALE aka HAWAIIAN THATCH STRUCTURE. It's 100% legit no Hollywood here.

Better call ahead to make sure they are open. Drove all the way there on Saturday when they are…read moresupposed to be open until 2. Arrived and noon and found the place closed. Very disappointing.