This is Maui's ode to excess. The lobbies overflow with bronze sculptures and spouting fountains, while the guest rooms are decked out in Italian marble. But it's the water-world wonders, the most elaborate in all of Hawaii, that makes this place a splash with kids of all ages. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

From the minute you walk in the door, you know you're in for a treat here. This cosy B&B doesn't skimp on anything. It's cushy, it's inviting - and it's also one of the best deals you'll find on Maui. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Perched between towering sea cliffs and an Edenlike garden, Hale Akua Shangri-La offers Maui's most cosmic getaway. New Age guru Ram Dass holds periodic retreats here but the rest of the time it's open to individual travellers in search of rejuvenation or just a fun escape. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A delightfully old-fashioned complex on the water's edge, Hale Kai abounds in Hawaiian accents, from the tropical room decor to the lava-rock exterior. Sit on your lanai and watch the sunset unfold over the neighbouring islands - in winter, humpback whales are a frequent sight to… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The aloha of the Hawaiian manager ensures lots of repeat guests at this well-maintained condo complex smack on the beach. The place is a welcome throwback to an earlier era, when everything in Maui was small and personable. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

If you were any closer to the water you'd need a life raft. The oversized lanai face the ocean and it's a mere stone's throw to Hana's best surfing beach. As Hana's only condominiums, this is the best place to be if you want to cook your own meals. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

With its rich koa woods and museum-quality crafts brimming from every corner, this place resonates a Hawaiian theme throughout. There's even a handcarved outrigger canoe hanging from the living-room ceiling. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

As long as you don't expect anything fancy, you'll be happy at Hana's only nod to the budget traveller. The BBQ and shared kitchen offer great opportunities to exchange travel tips with fellow guests at the end of the day. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This place is a one-of-a-kind experience. It's a back-to-nature yurt, a cool cross between camping and a cottage, but utterly romantic. The hilltop setting overlooking Hana Bay is a stunner. Traditional Hawaiian massage and body treatments are available on the spot. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This family-run place is a gem, albeit not a highly polished one. The furnishings could use a bit more lustre, but the oceanside setting shines. The tropical garden in the central courtyard would be the envy of any top-end resort. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Aloha atmosphere, plenty of palm trees and two heated pools all add to the allure at this Honokowai condo. Except for a couple of the studios, each unit is right on the shore - so close that you can spot sea turtles swimming in the surf from the ocean-facing lanai. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Those who prefer old-fashioned simplicity to glitzy resort amenities will feel right at home in these sweet retro cottages. Opposite the beach at Kihei's more lightly touristed north end, this place makes a convenient base for exploring all of Maui. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Maui's top budget accommodation, this aptly named place spreads across 8090 sq m (2 acres) in the quiet upcountry hamlet of Hali'imaile. The rooms are simple but comfy and the shared amenities are generous; there's even a hot tub to relax in after a day's outing. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This boutique inn has rooms as nice as those found in the exclusive Wailea resorts, at only a fraction of the cost. Granted you'll need to hop into your car to get to the beach, but you just might relish the privacy found here over the frenetic, bikini-waxed resort scene. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A rare find in bustling Kihei, this boutique condo lies hidden on a quiet beach. From your oceanfront lanai it's just you and the sea view. Gorgeous sunsets, passing humpback whales, a surfer catching a wave - this place is the real deal. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

LSD guru Timothy Leary stayed at this beach house when he was in Maui and although the psychedelics are history this wonderfully eccentric retreat still maintains its alternative edge. Porthole windows and a seaside hot tub are just some of the fun here. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Everything in Wailea is manicured and upscale, but this hotel also captures a laid-back Hawaii style that's lost on its showier neighbours. The oldest and smallest Wailea resort hotel, it enjoys a prime setting bordered by two glorious beaches. And a multimillion-dollar renovatio… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

You could jump off the balcony and right into the water at this exclusive house overlooking Tavares Beach. Sleeping options range from a small straightforward room to the spacious honeymoon suite with wraparound ocean-view windows and a four-poster bed. All six rooms share a livi… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Oceanfront camping and a friendly caretaker make this the best camping option in west Maui. The beach fronting this private campground isn't suitable for swimming, but there's good snorkeling out on the reef. Facilities are Robinson Crusoe simple - cold-water showers, a pair of o… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

If you want to star gaze Hollywood style, head to this swank resort. With its Moorish-style architecture, the resort resembles something out of Arabian Nights, but what really draws the rich and famous is the privacy. The villas even have their own plunge pools. Of course, everyo… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Tropical flowers abound in the central courtyard of this guesthouse, which makes a good alternative should the other two neighborhood B&Bs be full. The rooms are modern with the expected amenities, but swing for the pricier ones and you'll add on upper-floor ocean views, spacious… Full Lonely Planet Review ›