The Best Cheap Hotels in Kaunakakai, HI from ￥41,198 in 2026

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Ocean Front Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

1. Hotel Moloka'i

Kaunakakai

Bryan

￥32,823

￥43,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Deluxe Suite, Lanai, Garden View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Single Room, City View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

2. Hotel Lanai

Lanai City

Marcus

￥61,657

￥73,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Aloha) | View from room

3. Aston Kaanapali Shores

Lahaina

Monique Nicole

￥34,461

￥45,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

4. The Mauian - Boutique Beach Studios on Napili Bay

Lahaina

giorgio

￥34,704

￥41,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

1 Bedroom Panoramic Ocean Vw King Suite Balcony | View from room

5. Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

Kaanapali

Stephanie M

￥36,421

￥48,910 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

6. Kuleana Club - 320

Lahaina

"Quiet and clean! Spent the week with my daughter and had such a wonderful vacation. Located on the west side of Maui, near so many sandy beaches and restaurants. Snorkeled at Black Rock beach and swam with the sea turtles and fish only found in Hawaii . The condo had a full kitchen that we used through-out the stay. We never ran out of things to do. There were sea turtles on the beach on the condo property. Spotted whales and dolphins off the coast from our balcony. We looked forward to...

Scott

￥25,665

￥91,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

7. Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

Lahaina

Steven

￥37,998

￥53,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Suite, Multiple Beds, Garden View (2 Baths) | Garden view

8. The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

Lahaina

Jacob

￥36,229

￥101,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

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Top Kaunakakai Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it"

Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were super friendly and helpful during our stay. The room was amazing with great views from the 6th floor. The pools and beach access were great for our family. We really enjoyed our stay."

Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was amazing! We loved it! The staff was so kind and the hotel was taken care of extremely well. It felt like a luxury hotel. We would definitely stay there again!"

OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

8/10 Good

"Staff was very helpful. Special mentions to Sue ( at Hele) and Zeus ( security)and Housekeeping ( celh). Missing was: room service,fitness center and spa."

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very friendly. Properly was clean Plenty of amenities. Great beach access"

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

10/10 Excellent

"Great place"

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time on our honeymoon. Some kinks with the appliances in the unit. As well as the air conditioner, being set to a timer and automatically turning off constantly. Every time we turn the timer off when housekeeping would come in they would turn it back on."

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Kaunakakai?

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Kaunakakai, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 78°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 74°F. Average annual precipitation for Kaunakakai is 12 inches.

What is there to see and do in Kaunakakai?

Kaunakakai is known for its live music and bar scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for activities that are easy on the wallet. If you're eager to get outdoors, you can enjoy the natural setting at Molokai Harbor, Moloka'i Beaches, or Wailau Beach.

How can I get to Kaunakakai and get around on a budget?

Scoping out the transportation options in Kaunakakai is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Hoolehua, HI (MKK-Molokai), situated 6.2 mi (10 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Kalaupapa, HI (LUP), which is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away. Kaunakakai might not have many public transit options so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.

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Our top choices for Kaunakakai cheap hotels

1. Hotel Moloka'i

2. Hotel Lanai

3. Aston Kaanapali Shores

4. The Mauian - Boutique Beach Studios on Napili Bay

5. Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

6. Kuleana Club - 320

7. Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

8. The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

9. Napili Shores Maui by OUTRIGGER

10. OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

Top Kaunakakai Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

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Our top choices for Kaunakakai cheap hotels

1. Hotel Moloka'i

2. Hotel Lanai

3. Aston Kaanapali Shores

4. The Mauian - Boutique Beach Studios on Napili Bay

5. Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

6. Kuleana Club - 320

7. Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

8. The Whaler Resort Kaanapali Beach

9. Napili Shores Maui by OUTRIGGER

10. OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

Top Kaunakakai Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa

Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows

Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui

OUTRIGGER Kaanapali Beach Resort

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

Aston Maui Kaanapali Villas

OUTRIGGER Honua Kai Resort & Spa

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