5 Star hotels in Central Maui, Hawaii: Central Maui Hotel Guide

One of the most sacred spots on the island, ‘Iao Valley—a National Natural Landmark whose biggest claim to fame is the 1,200 foot-high lava spire at its center—presents one photo opp after another, from lush vegetation along its valley floors to extensive views of the weathered central coast. As the site of one of Hawaii’s most brutal wars—the Battle of Kepaniwai in 1790—it’s rumored that its stream waters once ran red with the blood of victims. Poignancy is felt in the air here, but the same waters are now lucid and lovely, jutting up against moss-covered boulders and rocks that seem to dance between shadow and light. 4,000 acres of tranquility are enhanced by a steep but worthwhile climb up 133 steps, where you’ll be presented with 360-degrees vistas that practically beg to be captured. Plants abound on its Lookout Trail and Ethnobotanical Trail, but as “cloud supreme” (to which ‘Iao’s Hawaiian name translates), do know it’s best to arrive in the morning before the fog arrives. If you’d like to supplement your trip to the park with guided assistance, look no further than Valley Isle Excursions, whose tour of ‘Iao also includes a stop at Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens—a public space that honors the myriad cultures that shaped modern Maui.
https://www.tourmaui.com/tours/haleakala-maui-tour/

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Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Wailea

Canada

kathy

includes taxes & fees

15 Jan - 16 Jan

9 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool loungers

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Wailea

United States

JOANN

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

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Fairmont Kea Lani Maui

Wailea

United States

Michael S

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool loungers

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

Kapalua

Canada

Delaine

includes taxes & fees

15 Jan - 16 Jan

Outdoor spa tub

Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only

Wailea

United States

Abdulla

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Montage Kapalua Bay

Lahaina

United States

Ronak

includes taxes & fees

10 Feb - 11 Feb

Restaurant

Ho‘olei Villas at Grand Wailea

Wailea

United States

Leslie

includes taxes & fees

5 Feb - 6 Feb

Aerial view

Royal Lahaina Bungalows & Spa

Lahaina

United States

Rene

includes taxes & fees

27 Jan - 28 Jan

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The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

2365 Kaanapali Pkwy Lahaina HI

€547

8 Feb - 9 Feb

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One of the most sacred spots on the island, ‘Iao Valley—a National Natural Landmark whose biggest claim to fame is the 1,200 foot-high lava spire at its center—presents one photo opp after another, from lush vegetation along its valley floors to extensive views of the weathered central coast. As the site of one of Hawaii’s most brutal wars—the Battle of Kepaniwai in 1790—it’s rumored that its stream waters once ran red with the blood of victims. Poignancy is felt in the air here, but the same waters are now lucid and lovely, jutting up against moss-covered boulders and rocks that seem to dance between shadow and light. 4,000 acres of tranquility are enhanced by a steep but worthwhile climb up 133 steps, where you’ll be presented with 360-degrees vistas that practically beg to be captured. Plants abound on its Lookout Trail and Ethnobotanical Trail, but as “cloud supreme” (to which ‘Iao’s Hawaiian name translates), do know it’s best to arrive in the morning before the fog arrives. If you’d like to supplement your trip to the park with guided assistance, look no further than Valley Isle Excursions, whose tour of ‘Iao also includes a stop at Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens—a public space that honors the myriad cultures that shaped modern Maui.
https://www.tourmaui.com/tours/haleakala-maui-tour/

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Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

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