towns & neighborhoods

Central Maui is made up of two major communities – Kahului and Wailuku towns. Historic Wailuku town is the county seat and in the midst of revitalization; it offers in-town living and a variety shopping and dining options. Kahului town is the commercial center of Maui and home to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center and Maui Community College; it offers in-town living and an array of dining, shopping and entertainment options.

East Maui is a perfect companion for the outdoors lover – the area is sparsely populated and encompasses much of the island’s rainforests and state and national parks, which are home to a stunning variety of biodiversity and unique geographical features.

West Maui is home to a number of communities, the largest of which is historic Lahaina town, the former capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom and whaling port that today supports a vibrant tourist industry; it offers housing options from oceanfront communities to in-town condominiums; eclectic shopping, dining and entertainment; and easy access to beaches.

Upcountry offers quiet country living amidst rolling hills and a cooler climate than the island’s coast. The former paniolo (cowboy) town Makawao is the commercial heart of the area, and is home to a general store and several boutiques and eateries.

The North Shore’s renowned waves have created a vibrant surf community in this area, which is centered around the historic plantation town Paia – a bustling small town that offers locals and visitors eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment; the area offers a range of housing options from in-town living to oceanfront estates; and easy access to beaches.