Clever Trevor's Guidebook for Maui

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Clever Trevor's Guidebook for Maui

Sightseeing

Clever Trevor's favorite snorkeling spot in the world. It's an easy sandy entry and you can swim with turtles and tropical fish. Cliff jumping for the adventurous (I recommend swimming out with Teva type sandals ("slippas") in hand and putting them on before climbing up the rock). That's Clever Trevor jumping in the picture.
56 locals recommend
Black Rock Beach
56 locals recommend
Clever Trevor's favorite snorkeling spot in the world. It's an easy sandy entry and you can swim with turtles and tropical fish. Cliff jumping for the adventurous (I recommend swimming out with Teva type sandals ("slippas") in hand and putting them on before climbing up the rock). That's Clever Trevor jumping in the picture.
One of West Maui's best surfing and snorkeling spots. One of the world's best point breaks. Amazing reef. For boogie boarding, I recommend Slaughterhouse beach, one cove South of Honolua Bay, or Fleming Beach.
99 locals recommend
Honolua Bay
99 locals recommend
One of West Maui's best surfing and snorkeling spots. One of the world's best point breaks. Amazing reef. For boogie boarding, I recommend Slaughterhouse beach, one cove South of Honolua Bay, or Fleming Beach.
It's an amazing stroll or jog along with Ocean all the way from Honua Kai resort 1.4 miles South past Black Rock and the shops and restaurants at Whaler's Village.
Kāʻanapali Beachwalk
Kāʻanapali Beachwalk
It's an amazing stroll or jog along with Ocean all the way from Honua Kai resort 1.4 miles South past Black Rock and the shops and restaurants at Whaler's Village.
One of Maui's nicest beaches. A great place to snorkel and swim and see turtles. You can park on the street by the golf course and walk past the Sea House restaurant to access the public beach. From one parking spot you can also walk to Kapalua beach, by Merriman's.
100 locals recommend
Napili Bay
100 locals recommend
One of Maui's nicest beaches. A great place to snorkel and swim and see turtles. You can park on the street by the golf course and walk past the Sea House restaurant to access the public beach. From one parking spot you can also walk to Kapalua beach, by Merriman's.
The most famous big wave tow in surfing spot in the world, where Laird Hamilton, Dave Kalama, and their breddahs pioneered the sport back in the day. Clever Trevor has seen surfers on 50+ foot faces here. Now some are paddling into this huge waves and they have vests that inflate when they fall in these violent washing machines to prevent drowning. Insane!
21 locals recommend
Jaws
21 locals recommend
The most famous big wave tow in surfing spot in the world, where Laird Hamilton, Dave Kalama, and their breddahs pioneered the sport back in the day. Clever Trevor has seen surfers on 50+ foot faces here. Now some are paddling into this huge waves and they have vests that inflate when they fall in these violent washing machines to prevent drowning. Insane!
About 4 hours each way from Honua Kai with 54 bridges (39 are one lane bridges that you can't pass on oncoming vehicle on) and 620 turns. Hence the "I survived the road to Hana" T shirts. The most amazing tropical and coastal scenery you can imagine. Avoid driving this very windy road with people who get carsick or at night when at night (no streetlights).
69 locals recommend
Hana Highway
Hana Highway
69 locals recommend
About 4 hours each way from Honua Kai with 54 bridges (39 are one lane bridges that you can't pass on oncoming vehicle on) and 620 turns. Hence the "I survived the road to Hana" T shirts. The most amazing tropical and coastal scenery you can imagine. Avoid driving this very windy road with people who get carsick or at night when at night (no streetlights).
This is an easy hike with incredible views. It's only 5 miles North of my ground floor 2/2 condominium home at the Honua Kai Resort, and 20 miles north of my 2/2.5 townhome at Puamana. Hike to the end of the lava rock point for a 270 degree view of the whales putting on a show during whale season.
17 locals recommend
Kapalua Coastal Trail
99 Coconut Grove Ln
17 locals recommend
This is an easy hike with incredible views. It's only 5 miles North of my ground floor 2/2 condominium home at the Honua Kai Resort, and 20 miles north of my 2/2.5 townhome at Puamana. Hike to the end of the lava rock point for a 270 degree view of the whales putting on a show during whale season.
Tons of shops and restaurants along the ocean. Good for all sorts of shopping and dining. There are some historical sites as well. Favorite fine dining at Pacific'O. Live music and dining at Fleetwoods. Best asian fusion at Star Noodle. Nearby Mala is also amazing oceanfront dining. Best Shave Ice in Hawaii at Ululani's. The north end of Front street is 4 miles south of Konea 142 at Honua Kai. You can walk .9 miles north on Front Street from Clever Trevor's 2/2.5 townhome Puamana 167-4 or park near Prison Street on the south end of Lahaina.
58 locals recommend
Front Street
Front Street
58 locals recommend
Tons of shops and restaurants along the ocean. Good for all sorts of shopping and dining. There are some historical sites as well. Favorite fine dining at Pacific'O. Live music and dining at Fleetwoods. Best asian fusion at Star Noodle. Nearby Mala is also amazing oceanfront dining. Best Shave Ice in Hawaii at Ululani's. The north end of Front street is 4 miles south of Konea 142 at Honua Kai. You can walk .9 miles north on Front Street from Clever Trevor's 2/2.5 townhome Puamana 167-4 or park near Prison Street on the south end of Lahaina.
The road to Hana is a staple tourist attraction of Maui. The 54 mile stretch of road from Paia to Hana is not for the faint of heart, with 620 curves and 59 bridges, 46 of which are only one lane bridges. Hence the “I survived the road to Hana” T shirts. If you have a hardy group the trip is well worth it as virtually the entire drive is through lush, tropical rainforest. Many of the waterfalls along the route cascade right next to the road. About 10 miles before Hana, be sure to stop at Waianapanapa State Park where you’ll find a black sand beach and neat blow hole. There isn’t much to do in Hana, it’s just a nice quiet town, but scenery on the drive is unforgettable.
196 locals recommend
Hana
196 locals recommend
The road to Hana is a staple tourist attraction of Maui. The 54 mile stretch of road from Paia to Hana is not for the faint of heart, with 620 curves and 59 bridges, 46 of which are only one lane bridges. Hence the “I survived the road to Hana” T shirts. If you have a hardy group the trip is well worth it as virtually the entire drive is through lush, tropical rainforest. Many of the waterfalls along the route cascade right next to the road. About 10 miles before Hana, be sure to stop at Waianapanapa State Park where you’ll find a black sand beach and neat blow hole. There isn’t much to do in Hana, it’s just a nice quiet town, but scenery on the drive is unforgettable.
a massive shield volcano that forms more than 75% of the land mass of the Hawaiian Island of Maui. The western 25% of the island is formed by another volcano, Mauna Kahalawai, also referred to as the West Maui Mountains. The tallest peak of Haleakalā ("house of the sun"), at 10,023 feet (3,055 m), is Puʻu ʻUlaʻula (Red Hill). From the summit one looks down into a massive depression some 11.25 km (7 mi) across, 3.2 km (2 mi) wide, and nearly 800 m (2,600 ft) deep. The surrounding walls are steep and the interior mostly barren-looking with a scattering of volcanic cones. There is a $20 charge to enter the national park and you may need a reservation (check on that). Some go up for the sunrise. There are dozens of hikes. A fun outing is to pay a tour company to shuttle you up and you get to coast down more than 20 miles on bikes with about half a mile of pedaling. Clever Trevor likes the Maui Sunriders company for bike tours and rentals (they often deliver bikes to Puamana).
130 locals recommend
Haleakala Crater
130 locals recommend
a massive shield volcano that forms more than 75% of the land mass of the Hawaiian Island of Maui. The western 25% of the island is formed by another volcano, Mauna Kahalawai, also referred to as the West Maui Mountains. The tallest peak of Haleakalā ("house of the sun"), at 10,023 feet (3,055 m), is Puʻu ʻUlaʻula (Red Hill). From the summit one looks down into a massive depression some 11.25 km (7 mi) across, 3.2 km (2 mi) wide, and nearly 800 m (2,600 ft) deep. The surrounding walls are steep and the interior mostly barren-looking with a scattering of volcanic cones. There is a $20 charge to enter the national park and you may need a reservation (check on that). Some go up for the sunrise. There are dozens of hikes. A fun outing is to pay a tour company to shuttle you up and you get to coast down more than 20 miles on bikes with about half a mile of pedaling. Clever Trevor likes the Maui Sunriders company for bike tours and rentals (they often deliver bikes to Puamana).
Clever Trevor's second Maui vacation rental Puamana 167-4 is in this community, 200 feet from the ocean. The clubhouse is a historic oceanfront building 100 years old and boasts a daily fee gym and free library with books to borrow. Be sure to stop by the clubhouse within 24 hours of checking into Puamana 167-4 to get your parking sticker for your vehicle. We have several surf breaks on site behind our gates which makes them semi-private (use the middle one, the one by the ocean pool is experts only). Puamana has 3 pools, tennis and pickle ball courts, our own semi private beach, and facilities for weddings and other events by the ocean pool, which is built into a sea wall. The middle surf break here is good for beginners and if you rent Clever Trevor's townhome Puamana 167-4 you can borrow (on a risk assumed basis) my foam topped surfboards that hang under the carport right in front of my townhome.
Puamana Community Association
34 Puailima Pl
Clever Trevor's second Maui vacation rental Puamana 167-4 is in this community, 200 feet from the ocean. The clubhouse is a historic oceanfront building 100 years old and boasts a daily fee gym and free library with books to borrow. Be sure to stop by the clubhouse within 24 hours of checking into Puamana 167-4 to get your parking sticker for your vehicle. We have several surf breaks on site behind our gates which makes them semi-private (use the middle one, the one by the ocean pool is experts only). Puamana has 3 pools, tennis and pickle ball courts, our own semi private beach, and facilities for weddings and other events by the ocean pool, which is built into a sea wall. The middle surf break here is good for beginners and if you rent Clever Trevor's townhome Puamana 167-4 you can borrow (on a risk assumed basis) my foam topped surfboards that hang under the carport right in front of my townhome.
Clever Trevor enjoyed a tour here years ago and understands it's a great spot for food and drinks. Events are held here.
42 locals recommend
Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery
4051 Omaopio Rd
42 locals recommend
Clever Trevor enjoyed a tour here years ago and understands it's a great spot for food and drinks. Events are held here.

Food Scene

Delicious food and drinks at the Honua Kai Resort, one minute walk from Clever Trevor's ground floor 2/2 Konea 142. Fresh island fish, steaks, burgers, ribs. All meals served. Clever Trevor loves the loco moco for breakfast. Save room for Hula pie! Duke's also provides poolside food and drink service at the Honua Kai resort's massive Aquatic Playground.
78 locals recommend
Duke's Beach House Maui
130 Kai Malina Pkwy
78 locals recommend
Delicious food and drinks at the Honua Kai Resort, one minute walk from Clever Trevor's ground floor 2/2 Konea 142. Fresh island fish, steaks, burgers, ribs. All meals served. Clever Trevor loves the loco moco for breakfast. Save room for Hula pie! Duke's also provides poolside food and drink service at the Honua Kai resort's massive Aquatic Playground.
Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine. Before Clever Trevor discovered Merriman's and Pacific 'O this was my favorite West Maui dining experience! Nowhere else will you find a culinary experience quite like the flavors, textures and colors found in Roy's Hawaiian Fusion. It's in the building with the Ka'anapali Golf Pro shop for the very nice Kai and Royal golf courses.
24 locals recommend
Roy's
2290 Kaanapali Pkwy
24 locals recommend
Roy's Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine. Before Clever Trevor discovered Merriman's and Pacific 'O this was my favorite West Maui dining experience! Nowhere else will you find a culinary experience quite like the flavors, textures and colors found in Roy's Hawaiian Fusion. It's in the building with the Ka'anapali Golf Pro shop for the very nice Kai and Royal golf courses.
Famous for breakfast and we've enjoyed some very nice dinners here as well. Park on the street here to visit Napili Bay beach.
107 locals recommend
Sea House Restaurant
5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
107 locals recommend
Famous for breakfast and we've enjoyed some very nice dinners here as well. Park on the street here to visit Napili Bay beach.
Amazing organic flatbread pizza and the freshest salads you've ever had. A great place for lunch after your plane lands or before it takes off.
104 locals recommend
Flatbread Company
89 Hana Hwy
104 locals recommend
Amazing organic flatbread pizza and the freshest salads you've ever had. A great place for lunch after your plane lands or before it takes off.
An excellent fine dining restaurant and bar with stunning ocean views. Happy hour is popular and enjoys the best views. Expensive. Best seating is at 5 PM if you want a great sunset view. Reservations are essential.
113 locals recommend
Merrimans Kapalua
1 Bay Club Pl
113 locals recommend
An excellent fine dining restaurant and bar with stunning ocean views. Happy hour is popular and enjoys the best views. Expensive. Best seating is at 5 PM if you want a great sunset view. Reservations are essential.
A hidden gem popular with locals and visitors "in the know". They recently moved to a spectacular ocean front location in north Lahaina.
110 locals recommend
Star Noodle
1285 Front Street
110 locals recommend
A hidden gem popular with locals and visitors "in the know". They recently moved to a spectacular ocean front location in north Lahaina.
Famous for the amazing pies, Leoda's also serves tasty sandwiches, burgers, and salads and is convenient if you're coming from or going to the airport. We love the macadamia chocolate and banana creme pie.
79 locals recommend
Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop
820 Olowalu Village Rd
79 locals recommend
Famous for the amazing pies, Leoda's also serves tasty sandwiches, burgers, and salads and is convenient if you're coming from or going to the airport. We love the macadamia chocolate and banana creme pie.
Nondescript smallish location in Kahana, they own their own boat so the fresh fish is delish. We got a 15% cash discount when we had a late lunch. (808) 669-9010. www.misophat.com
99 locals recommend
Miso Phat Sushi
4310 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
99 locals recommend
Nondescript smallish location in Kahana, they own their own boat so the fresh fish is delish. We got a 15% cash discount when we had a late lunch. (808) 669-9010. www.misophat.com
($36-$58 entrees): The delicious food and beautiful views justify the very expensive prices and drive to the north shore of Maui. mamasfishhouse online. It can book up months in advance. Reservations are essential although you can call and ask about openings due to cancellations. As amazing a dining experience is, Clever Trevor prefers Pacific 'O food and Lahaina location which faces west so the sunsets are arguably better at Pacific 'O. A recent guest that was ready to chill for a day after spending a day each on the Road to Hana and the Haleakala volcano said that they had heard they couldn't miss Mama's but they preferred not to drive 45 minutes or so to Mama's. Clever Trevor suggested they go to Pacific 'O and say they went to Mama's. :)
355 locals recommend
Mama's Fish House
799 Poho Pl
355 locals recommend
($36-$58 entrees): The delicious food and beautiful views justify the very expensive prices and drive to the north shore of Maui. mamasfishhouse online. It can book up months in advance. Reservations are essential although you can call and ask about openings due to cancellations. As amazing a dining experience is, Clever Trevor prefers Pacific 'O food and Lahaina location which faces west so the sunsets are arguably better at Pacific 'O. A recent guest that was ready to chill for a day after spending a day each on the Road to Hana and the Haleakala volcano said that they had heard they couldn't miss Mama's but they preferred not to drive 45 minutes or so to Mama's. Clever Trevor suggested they go to Pacific 'O and say they went to Mama's. :)
Owned by Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac, this is the best outdoor deck dining experience in Lahaina and it's right on Front Street. There is usually good quality live music and the food and service are consistently outstanding.
100 locals recommend
Fleetwood's on Front St.
744 Front St
100 locals recommend
Owned by Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac, this is the best outdoor deck dining experience in Lahaina and it's right on Front Street. There is usually good quality live music and the food and service are consistently outstanding.
This is Clever Trevor's favorite Maui restaurant and that's saying a lot. It's right on the sand in south Lahaina. The $200 per person Feast at Lele luau is close enough that you can enjoy some of the sights and sounds from your dining table without interfering with intimate conversation. Pacific O' owns its own organic farm which also supplies organic produce to the Aina market at the Honua Kai resort in the Hokulani building, a short walk from Konea 142. Make a reservation for 15-30 minutes before sunset. Clever Trevor recommends the beet salad and the blackened Mahi Mahi.
13 locals recommend
Pacific'O
505 Front St
13 locals recommend
This is Clever Trevor's favorite Maui restaurant and that's saying a lot. It's right on the sand in south Lahaina. The $200 per person Feast at Lele luau is close enough that you can enjoy some of the sights and sounds from your dining table without interfering with intimate conversation. Pacific O' owns its own organic farm which also supplies organic produce to the Aina market at the Honua Kai resort in the Hokulani building, a short walk from Konea 142. Make a reservation for 15-30 minutes before sunset. Clever Trevor recommends the beet salad and the blackened Mahi Mahi.
A nice scenic spot with great food and drinks in Central Maui, Wailuku area. The Mill House here used to offer a very special and very expensive tasting menu is prepared in an open kitchen with diners encouraged to interact with the chefs. We splurged on it once and it was amazing. I hope Chef's Table comes back.
Cafe O'Lei at the Plantation
A nice scenic spot with great food and drinks in Central Maui, Wailuku area. The Mill House here used to offer a very special and very expensive tasting menu is prepared in an open kitchen with diners encouraged to interact with the chefs. We splurged on it once and it was amazing. I hope Chef's Table comes back.
Mala is located so close to the ocean in north Lahaina (by Star Noodle) that you could almost leap out of a window into the ocean. You pay for the view and the outstanding food and service, but it's an amazing dining experience. I believe one owner also has nearby Honu Seafood and Pizza and Friedas, which is top end Mexican fare.
72 locals recommend
Māla Ocean Tavern
1307 Front St
72 locals recommend
Mala is located so close to the ocean in north Lahaina (by Star Noodle) that you could almost leap out of a window into the ocean. You pay for the view and the outstanding food and service, but it's an amazing dining experience. I believe one owner also has nearby Honu Seafood and Pizza and Friedas, which is top end Mexican fare.
Famous for the artisan pasta and pizza, 4-time Maui's Best Italian Restaurant award winner, Sale Pepe is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant in Lahaina, in between Clever Trevor's Konea 142 at Honua Kai and Puamana 167-4.
29 locals recommend
Sale Pepe
878 Front St
29 locals recommend
Famous for the artisan pasta and pizza, 4-time Maui's Best Italian Restaurant award winner, Sale Pepe is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant in Lahaina, in between Clever Trevor's Konea 142 at Honua Kai and Puamana 167-4.
It's often voted Lahaina's best fine dining. Clever Trevor has enjoyed a few meals here but in Clever Trevor's humble opinion based on those 2 visits, it is a bit overrated. Clever Trevor prefers nearby Pacific 'O or Mala for fine dining in Lahaina.
46 locals recommend
Lahaina Grill
127 Lahainaluna Rd
46 locals recommend
It's often voted Lahaina's best fine dining. Clever Trevor has enjoyed a few meals here but in Clever Trevor's humble opinion based on those 2 visits, it is a bit overrated. Clever Trevor prefers nearby Pacific 'O or Mala for fine dining in Lahaina.
There's no dining room but you get ono local grinds here for lunch brah. It's a good option if you're in the Kahalui area on arrival day or otherwise. You can order online. It's very popular and there's usually a wait.
31 locals recommend
Tin Roof
360 Papa Pl
31 locals recommend
There's no dining room but you get ono local grinds here for lunch brah. It's a good option if you're in the Kahalui area on arrival day or otherwise. You can order online. It's very popular and there's usually a wait.
It's a slightly less upscale and less expensive but still wonderful restaurant by Peter Merriman, who is a culinary demi god in Hawaii and who lives at Puamana. There are locations at Whaler's Village in Ka'anapali in west Maui and in Wailea in south Maui.
37 locals recommend
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Kaanapali, Maui
2435 Kaanapali Parkway
37 locals recommend
It's a slightly less upscale and less expensive but still wonderful restaurant by Peter Merriman, who is a culinary demi god in Hawaii and who lives at Puamana. There are locations at Whaler's Village in Ka'anapali in west Maui and in Wailea in south Maui.
A very well regarded restaurant that's a short walk right across the street from Clever Trevor's Konea 142 at the Honua Kai resort. No delivery.
7 locals recommend
Pizza Paradiso Mediterranean Grill
3350 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
7 locals recommend
A very well regarded restaurant that's a short walk right across the street from Clever Trevor's Konea 142 at the Honua Kai resort. No delivery.
It's probably the best pizza you can get delivered to either of Clever Trevor's properties at Honua Kai and Puamana. Round Table also delivers.
12 locals recommend
Prison Street Pizza
133 Prison St
12 locals recommend
It's probably the best pizza you can get delivered to either of Clever Trevor's properties at Honua Kai and Puamana. Round Table also delivers.

Shopping

Beachside mall with boutiques, restaurants, a whaling museum, hula lessons, etc.. This is a great place for shopping, and usually the best place to park for a visit to Black Rock. Validated parking.
159 locals recommend
Whalers Village
2435 Kaanapali Pkwy
159 locals recommend
Beachside mall with boutiques, restaurants, a whaling museum, hula lessons, etc.. This is a great place for shopping, and usually the best place to park for a visit to Black Rock. Validated parking.
Top end shopping with Prada, Rolex, Tommy Bahama, and more. If you're in south Lahaina it's worth a stop.
222 locals recommend
The Shops at Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
222 locals recommend
Top end shopping with Prada, Rolex, Tommy Bahama, and more. If you're in south Lahaina it's worth a stop.
Clever Trevor's favorite spot for high quality "Maui Built" clothes and gifts. Clever Trevor has half a dozen of the workout tank top / jerseys and they last and last. Tropix closed their store on Front Street in Lahaina because the rent rivals Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills but they still have this store and another in Kehei.
Maui Tropix
Clever Trevor's favorite spot for high quality "Maui Built" clothes and gifts. Clever Trevor has half a dozen of the workout tank top / jerseys and they last and last. Tropix closed their store on Front Street in Lahaina because the rent rivals Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills but they still have this store and another in Kehei.

Arts & Culture

The Feast at Lele Luau is unique because instead of sitting everyone at shared tables, it offers each party a private table for dinner and the show. While some community is lost as a result, a lot is gained for those looking for personalization. What’s more is that instead of a buffet, the Feast at Lele offers a five-course serving of Hawaiian and Polynesian dishes. These two aspects make the price point a little higher, but still significantly less than what it costs to get a private table at other lūʻaus. The ocean-side seating in downtown Lāhainā on the historical site of former royal grounds make it all the more special. It's about $200 per person. It's less than a mile up Front Street from Clever Trevor's Puamana 167-4 townhome.
34 locals recommend
Feast at Lele
505 Front St
34 locals recommend
The Feast at Lele Luau is unique because instead of sitting everyone at shared tables, it offers each party a private table for dinner and the show. While some community is lost as a result, a lot is gained for those looking for personalization. What’s more is that instead of a buffet, the Feast at Lele offers a five-course serving of Hawaiian and Polynesian dishes. These two aspects make the price point a little higher, but still significantly less than what it costs to get a private table at other lūʻaus. The ocean-side seating in downtown Lāhainā on the historical site of former royal grounds make it all the more special. It's about $200 per person. It's less than a mile up Front Street from Clever Trevor's Puamana 167-4 townhome.
If you’re looking for one of the top cultural and authentic lūʻau’s on Maui, the Old Lāhainā Lūʻau is the choice. Known for its rich history that traces back to the 80s, its attention to detail, quality of performance, and focus on the five senses makes it one of the best all-around lūʻaus on Maui. Most of its seating is at tables and chairs (each group gets their own), but it also has the unique option of “traditional seating,” where you sit cross legged on a cushion and dine off a low table. 2.4 miles north of Clever Trevor's Puamana 167-4 and 4 miles south of Clever Trevor's Konea 142 at Honua Kai.
149 locals recommend
Old Lahaina Luau
1251 Front St
149 locals recommend
If you’re looking for one of the top cultural and authentic lūʻau’s on Maui, the Old Lāhainā Lūʻau is the choice. Known for its rich history that traces back to the 80s, its attention to detail, quality of performance, and focus on the five senses makes it one of the best all-around lūʻaus on Maui. Most of its seating is at tables and chairs (each group gets their own), but it also has the unique option of “traditional seating,” where you sit cross legged on a cushion and dine off a low table. 2.4 miles north of Clever Trevor's Puamana 167-4 and 4 miles south of Clever Trevor's Konea 142 at Honua Kai.
The Baldwin Home Museum, although open during the day, truly comes alive at night on the weekly candlelit tours on Friday evenings. Docents will guide you through a fascinating tour of the museum, and you’ll learn about the family who resided in this home and their significance in Hawaiian history.
9 locals recommend
Baldwin Home Museum
120 Dickenson St
9 locals recommend
The Baldwin Home Museum, although open during the day, truly comes alive at night on the weekly candlelit tours on Friday evenings. Docents will guide you through a fascinating tour of the museum, and you’ll learn about the family who resided in this home and their significance in Hawaiian history.

Everything Else

Clever Trevor has done the downhill bike ride on the Haleakala volcano several times, and it is a blast! Bike Maui used to offer a combination downhill bike ride / zipline tour that looked like a great value. However, after about 2020 Clever Trevor has called Bike Maui a few times and didn't hear back. Clever Trevor recommends the Maui Sunriders company for bike tours and rentals.
8 locals recommend
Bike Maui
810 Haiku Rd
8 locals recommend
Clever Trevor has done the downhill bike ride on the Haleakala volcano several times, and it is a blast! Bike Maui used to offer a combination downhill bike ride / zipline tour that looked like a great value. However, after about 2020 Clever Trevor has called Bike Maui a few times and didn't hear back. Clever Trevor recommends the Maui Sunriders company for bike tours and rentals.
Clever Trevor purchased his 2/2 Konea 142 unit on the ground floor here because it is the best located condominium home in the most luxurious and best resort in West Maui. Full service spa, included gym, gorgeous beach, multi acre massive Aquatic playground with poolside drink and food service + all the comforts of home.
Honua Kai Resort & Spa
130 Kai Malina Pkwy
Clever Trevor purchased his 2/2 Konea 142 unit on the ground floor here because it is the best located condominium home in the most luxurious and best resort in West Maui. Full service spa, included gym, gorgeous beach, multi acre massive Aquatic playground with poolside drink and food service + all the comforts of home.
Maui's International Airport (OGG) is conveniently located close to Costco in Kahalui. It's about a 45 minute drive from Clever Trevor's Puamana 167-4 and about 55 minutes from Konea 142 but it can vary a lot so allow plenty of time on your departure day.
23 locals recommend
Kahului Airport
1 Keolani Pl
23 locals recommend
Maui's International Airport (OGG) is conveniently located close to Costco in Kahalui. It's about a 45 minute drive from Clever Trevor's Puamana 167-4 and about 55 minutes from Konea 142 but it can vary a lot so allow plenty of time on your departure day.
Prices and selection are middle of the road. Very convenient to Honua Kai, it's right across the street. You can walk from our condo. Best for couples or for filling in the gaps from Costco.
154 locals recommend
Times Supermarket
3350 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
154 locals recommend
Prices and selection are middle of the road. Very convenient to Honua Kai, it's right across the street. You can walk from our condo. Best for couples or for filling in the gaps from Costco.
A much less expensive alternative to resort golf. I really enjoy this straightforward course that is upcountry with great views. The first time I was a bit surprised that the local residents get the course after 5:30 p.m. so be aware that you'll be expected to finish play by then. Range balls are cheap - $2 for a small bucket. Friendly staff.
7 locals recommend
Pukalani Country Club
360 Pukalani St
7 locals recommend
A much less expensive alternative to resort golf. I really enjoy this straightforward course that is upcountry with great views. The first time I was a bit surprised that the local residents get the course after 5:30 p.m. so be aware that you'll be expected to finish play by then. Range balls are cheap - $2 for a small bucket. Friendly staff.
A challenging links type course with all sorts of interesting features. Very difficult in the wind but you can score if you use your driver judiciously. My breddah Tyler York uses his driver when he arguably shouldn't, but he crushed a 304 yard drive that hit the 6th green on the fly and stopped on the green for an easy two putt birdie. Neither of us will ever forget that shot. Good practice facilities here and the lunch ono fish special we had was delicious.
9 locals recommend
The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course
1333 Maui Lani Pkwy
9 locals recommend
A challenging links type course with all sorts of interesting features. Very difficult in the wind but you can score if you use your driver judiciously. My breddah Tyler York uses his driver when he arguably shouldn't, but he crushed a 304 yard drive that hit the 6th green on the fly and stopped on the green for an easy two putt birdie. Neither of us will ever forget that shot. Good practice facilities here and the lunch ono fish special we had was delicious.
If the trade winds are up on the rest of the island, you may get some relief here at the Wailea Emerald course. This is an excellent course with all the amenities, a good short game practice green and bunker, a great included driving range with plenty of targets (usually you can hit off grass), and a very friendly staff. There are many sets of tees. Tremendous ocean and island views. Clever Trevor also loves the more challenging Wailea Gold course that's right next to the Emerald, but Clever Trevor hasn't yet played the less famous nearby Wailea Blue course.
11 locals recommend
Emerald Golf Course
Wailea Golf Club Drive
11 locals recommend
If the trade winds are up on the rest of the island, you may get some relief here at the Wailea Emerald course. This is an excellent course with all the amenities, a good short game practice green and bunker, a great included driving range with plenty of targets (usually you can hit off grass), and a very friendly staff. There are many sets of tees. Tremendous ocean and island views. Clever Trevor also loves the more challenging Wailea Gold course that's right next to the Emerald, but Clever Trevor hasn't yet played the less famous nearby Wailea Blue course.
This may surpass Slaughterhouse beach as my favorite boogie boarding spot. If you want to get serious about boogie boarding, get on Amazon before you leave and search for "body board swim fins". You might consider leashes and/or floating fins. These are key for catching bigger waves in deeper water and really getting some good rides. Without fins for your feet its nearly impossible to catch waves by just paddling with your arms.
19 locals recommend
Fleming Beach
19 locals recommend
This may surpass Slaughterhouse beach as my favorite boogie boarding spot. If you want to get serious about boogie boarding, get on Amazon before you leave and search for "body board swim fins". You might consider leashes and/or floating fins. These are key for catching bigger waves in deeper water and really getting some good rides. Without fins for your feet its nearly impossible to catch waves by just paddling with your arms.
Site of the PGA event the Tournament of Champions, the Kapalua Plantation course is rated the best in the state of Hawaii, and it's a short drive from Clever Trevor's west Maui condominiums Konea 142 and Puamana 167-4. Site of the Mercedes Championship PGA event, Kapalua's 2 Championship courses are among the best in the world. One of Clever Trevor's dearest golf memories is making eagle on the Plantation course's 18th hole in about 1996. The Kapalua Bay course is also a favorite.
33 locals recommend
Kapalua Golf - The Plantation Course
2000 Plantation Club Dr
33 locals recommend
Site of the PGA event the Tournament of Champions, the Kapalua Plantation course is rated the best in the state of Hawaii, and it's a short drive from Clever Trevor's west Maui condominiums Konea 142 and Puamana 167-4. Site of the Mercedes Championship PGA event, Kapalua's 2 Championship courses are among the best in the world. One of Clever Trevor's dearest golf memories is making eagle on the Plantation course's 18th hole in about 1996. The Kapalua Bay course is also a favorite.
Maui sunriders has 3 Maui locations, in Lahaina, Kehei, and Paia. They can deliver rental bikes to Clever Trevor's vacation rentals at Honua Kai and Puamana. They also offer a good deal on bike tours such as the recommended Haleakala ride.
Maui Sunriders Bike Shop Lahaina
Maui sunriders has 3 Maui locations, in Lahaina, Kehei, and Paia. They can deliver rental bikes to Clever Trevor's vacation rentals at Honua Kai and Puamana. They also offer a good deal on bike tours such as the recommended Haleakala ride.
Often referred to as a "poor man's Pebble Beach" the ocean views from this very enjoyable municipal golf course are spectacular. It's often windy but it's a great golf experience and easy on the wallet. As of 2023 you still must wear a mask to enter the pro shop where you rent carts. They take tee times by phone 2 days prior, Clever Trevor averages about 10 busy signals before getting a tee time.
10 locals recommend
Waiehu Golf Course
200 Halewaiu Rd
10 locals recommend
Often referred to as a "poor man's Pebble Beach" the ocean views from this very enjoyable municipal golf course are spectacular. It's often windy but it's a great golf experience and easy on the wallet. As of 2023 you still must wear a mask to enter the pro shop where you rent carts. They take tee times by phone 2 days prior, Clever Trevor averages about 10 busy signals before getting a tee time.
Clever Trevor loves this golf course. The par three 17th hole is Maui's only over-the-ocean hole and it's spectacular. Clever Trevor is in 2023 about a 12 handicap index golfer but eagled the short par five 10th hole on the Bay course twice in 2021 and it has yielded several two putt birdies to Clever Trevor's best drives downwind and downhill.
25 locals recommend
Kapalua Golf - The Bay Course
2000 Village Rd
25 locals recommend
Clever Trevor loves this golf course. The par three 17th hole is Maui's only over-the-ocean hole and it's spectacular. Clever Trevor is in 2023 about a 12 handicap index golfer but eagled the short par five 10th hole on the Bay course twice in 2021 and it has yielded several two putt birdies to Clever Trevor's best drives downwind and downhill.

Everything else

Touted as the largest tropical aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, this impressive oceanfront aquarium has quickly become one of most popular attractions of Maui.
176 locals recommend
Maui Ocean Center
192 Maalaea Rd
176 locals recommend
Touted as the largest tropical aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, this impressive oceanfront aquarium has quickly become one of most popular attractions of Maui.
This is our favorite shave ice, which is a Hawaiin version of a snow cone (but with much finer crystals - that's key). It's the best one you'll ever have. I recommend getting the scoop of macnut ice cream under your shave ice.
28 locals recommend
Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice
790 Front St
28 locals recommend
This is our favorite shave ice, which is a Hawaiin version of a snow cone (but with much finer crystals - that's key). It's the best one you'll ever have. I recommend getting the scoop of macnut ice cream under your shave ice.
21 and older. Clever Trevor read so many rave reviews that we finally did it after dinner at Star Noodle. It was a blast with outstanding magic tricks. We laughed so hard our faces hurt. warrenandannabelles online.
28 locals recommend
Warren & Annabelle's Magic!
900 Front St
28 locals recommend
21 and older. Clever Trevor read so many rave reviews that we finally did it after dinner at Star Noodle. It was a blast with outstanding magic tricks. We laughed so hard our faces hurt. warrenandannabelles online.
We had a wonderful time paddling an outrigger canoe with several very aloha young men. This is a family business and very well done. We took a break to swim with turtles.
Ali'i Maui Outrigger Canoes
We had a wonderful time paddling an outrigger canoe with several very aloha young men. This is a family business and very well done. We took a break to swim with turtles.
A great place to stop for lunch if you're doing the Haleakala downhill bike ride or just visiting Makawao town, where you'll find charming shops, galleries, coffee, and a few restaurants. The center of Makawao is the crossroads of upcountry Maui. The main intersection has four directions, and each direction’s road has it’s own name. Uphill – which is about as accurately “South heading” as you’re gonna get on these roads, is Olinda Rd., and heads up in elevation to the stunningly beautiful cloud-forested rural areas of Olinda. Head East(ish) and you’re on Kaupakalua Rd., which winds aimlessly through the seemingly endless miles of pastures, farms and gentleman’s estates of Haiku (and points further East.) Westerly is Makawao Ave. which heads straight through Maui’s loose approximation of suburbia: residential Makawao toward Pukalani. North (after a fashion) heads down Baldwin Avenue, past pineapple fields, a cemetery, four churches, and a couple schools. Baldwin Ave. ends at Pa’ia Town. Makawao is an old, Upcountry, Paniolo town. A Paniolo is a Hawaiian Cowboy. While most visitors had no idea there was such a thing as a Hawaiian Cowboy, they’ve actually been around these-here-parts since the 1800’s. Paniolo have their own, rich, unique culture that makes them distinct from their mainland cousins. But while a Cowboy in the West is considered as American as apple pie – a Paniolo is pure Hawaii.
23 locals recommend
Rodeo General Store
3661 Baldwin Ave
23 locals recommend
A great place to stop for lunch if you're doing the Haleakala downhill bike ride or just visiting Makawao town, where you'll find charming shops, galleries, coffee, and a few restaurants. The center of Makawao is the crossroads of upcountry Maui. The main intersection has four directions, and each direction’s road has it’s own name. Uphill – which is about as accurately “South heading” as you’re gonna get on these roads, is Olinda Rd., and heads up in elevation to the stunningly beautiful cloud-forested rural areas of Olinda. Head East(ish) and you’re on Kaupakalua Rd., which winds aimlessly through the seemingly endless miles of pastures, farms and gentleman’s estates of Haiku (and points further East.) Westerly is Makawao Ave. which heads straight through Maui’s loose approximation of suburbia: residential Makawao toward Pukalani. North (after a fashion) heads down Baldwin Avenue, past pineapple fields, a cemetery, four churches, and a couple schools. Baldwin Ave. ends at Pa’ia Town. Makawao is an old, Upcountry, Paniolo town. A Paniolo is a Hawaiian Cowboy. While most visitors had no idea there was such a thing as a Hawaiian Cowboy, they’ve actually been around these-here-parts since the 1800’s. Paniolo have their own, rich, unique culture that makes them distinct from their mainland cousins. But while a Cowboy in the West is considered as American as apple pie – a Paniolo is pure Hawaii.

Essentials

If you come with a group, your first stop after picking up your vehicle should be Costco (or if you're hungry hit Flatbread in Paia first but visit Costco before driving to Honua Kai). Eating some of your meals in your own condo really saves over going out for every meal. Good gas prices for Costco members, this is a good place to fuel up the rental car before flying home. Before Clever Trevor knew Patrick Eismon who privately rents newer Honda Pilots at a discount to Clever Trevor's guests, Clever Trevor used recommend using Costco for car rentals, they'll pull up the best coupons and deals available from several rental companies. If you book with Clever Trevor, the next day you'll get an email with Patrick's phone number so you can get the "bro deal".
161 locals recommend
Costco Wholesale
540 Haleakala Hwy
161 locals recommend
If you come with a group, your first stop after picking up your vehicle should be Costco (or if you're hungry hit Flatbread in Paia first but visit Costco before driving to Honua Kai). Eating some of your meals in your own condo really saves over going out for every meal. Good gas prices for Costco members, this is a good place to fuel up the rental car before flying home. Before Clever Trevor knew Patrick Eismon who privately rents newer Honda Pilots at a discount to Clever Trevor's guests, Clever Trevor used recommend using Costco for car rentals, they'll pull up the best coupons and deals available from several rental companies. If you book with Clever Trevor, the next day you'll get an email with Patrick's phone number so you can get the "bro deal".
Aina (along with Whaler's General Store in our Konea building) stocks all the essentials as well as gourmet food and drinks. Clever Trevor understands that the owners of Aina also own his favorite Maui restaurant Pacific 'O and they supply produce to both from their own organic farm.
Aina Gourmet Market
130 Kai Malina Pkwy
Aina (along with Whaler's General Store in our Konea building) stocks all the essentials as well as gourmet food and drinks. Clever Trevor understands that the owners of Aina also own his favorite Maui restaurant Pacific 'O and they supply produce to both from their own organic farm.
Located on Maui’s renowned Kaanapali North Beach, Outrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa provides the space you need with the exceptional amenities you’ll love. From family-friendly activities to adventurous excursions, this slice of Maui paradise offers something for everyone. Clever Trevor's unit Konea 142 is the ONLY ground floor 2 bedroom 2 bath condominium home on the north side of the Konea building, which is the quietest and most private part of the resort. The resort on the quieter north end of Ka'anapali Beach. It's about a one minute walk from our condo door to the pools, BBQ grills, Duke's restaurant, and beach (you can go out the front OR the back door which locks).
Honua Kai Resort & Spa
130 Kai Malina Pkwy
Located on Maui’s renowned Kaanapali North Beach, Outrigger Honua Kai Resort & Spa provides the space you need with the exceptional amenities you’ll love. From family-friendly activities to adventurous excursions, this slice of Maui paradise offers something for everyone. Clever Trevor's unit Konea 142 is the ONLY ground floor 2 bedroom 2 bath condominium home on the north side of the Konea building, which is the quietest and most private part of the resort. The resort on the quieter north end of Ka'anapali Beach. It's about a one minute walk from our condo door to the pools, BBQ grills, Duke's restaurant, and beach (you can go out the front OR the back door which locks).
It's quite a bit more expensive than Costco in Kahalui but there isn't much you won't find at this massive Safeway in the heart of Lahaina.
261 locals recommend
Safeway
1221 HI-30
261 locals recommend
It's quite a bit more expensive than Costco in Kahalui but there isn't much you won't find at this massive Safeway in the heart of Lahaina.
Before Clever Trevor knew Patrick Eismon who privately rents newer Honda Pilots at a discount to Clever Trevor's guests, Clever Trevor used to recommend using Costco for car rentals, they'll pull up the best coupons and deals available from several rental companies. Patrick has a website for his company but you won't find the best rates there. If you book Puamana 167-4 or Konea 142 with Clever Trevor, the next day you'll get an email with Patrick's phone number so you can get the "bro deal". Clever Trevor shipped his trusty 20 year old Toyota 4runner to Maui so no longer gets the bro deal from Patrick, but Trevor still thinks it's clever to recommend Patrick to guests because the rates, the quality of vehicles, and the pick up and drop off experience have been so much better with Patrick than any other option on Maui that Patrick makes Trevor look clever. You can have a great vacation at Konea 142 or Puamana 167-4 without renting a vehicle but there is so much to see and do on Maui that Clever Trevor recommends a rental vehicle.
Maui SUV Rentals
Before Clever Trevor knew Patrick Eismon who privately rents newer Honda Pilots at a discount to Clever Trevor's guests, Clever Trevor used to recommend using Costco for car rentals, they'll pull up the best coupons and deals available from several rental companies. Patrick has a website for his company but you won't find the best rates there. If you book Puamana 167-4 or Konea 142 with Clever Trevor, the next day you'll get an email with Patrick's phone number so you can get the "bro deal". Clever Trevor shipped his trusty 20 year old Toyota 4runner to Maui so no longer gets the bro deal from Patrick, but Trevor still thinks it's clever to recommend Patrick to guests because the rates, the quality of vehicles, and the pick up and drop off experience have been so much better with Patrick than any other option on Maui that Patrick makes Trevor look clever. You can have a great vacation at Konea 142 or Puamana 167-4 without renting a vehicle but there is so much to see and do on Maui that Clever Trevor recommends a rental vehicle.