Lahaina travel guide
Lahaina Tourism | Lahaina Guide
You're Going to Love Lahaina
With a population of 11,704, Lahaina is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lahaina has to offer.
Where to Eat in Lahaina
If you’re looking for affordable options, Merriman's - Maui (1 Bay Club Place) and Japengo - Maui (200 Nohea Kai Dr) are great picks.
When to visit Lahaina
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lahaina in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17 °C, with an average temperature of 22 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Lahaina, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.
How to Get to Lahaina
Plane
When flying to Lahaina, you’ll arrive at Kapalua West Maui (JHM), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lahaina from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 44h 18m.
Car
Another option to get to Lahaina is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 132 km from Lahaina. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Honolulu.
Airlines serving Lahaina
Where to stay in Lahaina
From 5-star hotels such as the Montage Kapalua Bay to great affordable options like the Kaanapali Beach Club Resort by Diamond Resorts, Lahaina offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £295 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £695 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lahaina
Most booked hotels in Lahaina
Hiring a car in Lahaina
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Lahaina is the Alamo branch at 30 Halawai Dr, which is 8 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay £0.83 per litre in Lahaina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.90 and £13.19. The most frequently booked car type in Lahaina is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Patriot or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.