Is Maui Expensive?

Is Maui expensive to visit?

Maui is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $343. Compared to the rest of North America, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in North America for its travel costs, comparable to places like Clearwater and Vail.

Maui, Hawaii

How expensive is Maui?

The average cost of traveling to Maui can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $343 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Maui here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Maui?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Maui will cost around $1,030 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $2,061.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Maui?

On average, a one week trip to Maui costs about $2,404 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $4,808.

Is it expensive to backpack in Maui?

Maui is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 4 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $55 per night. (See hostel prices in Maui here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $83 and the cheapest around $41 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Maui.

• $41 for a dorm bed at Banana Bungalow Maui Hostel
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• $47 for a dorm bed at Howzit Hostels
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• $48 for a dorm bed at Aloha Surf Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Maui?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Maui, it becomes apparent that they are somewhat more expensive in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $500 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately [5_STAR_COUNT] five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of [5_STAR_PRICE] per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $578 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at [2_STAR_PRICE] per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Maui?

Activities and things to do in Maui can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $38 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $56.

• Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tour from Shore at Turtle Town: $119
• 4 Dual-Zipline Mountain Adventure in Maui: $200
• Scuba Diving in Maui with No Experience Needed: $199
• Turtle Town Clear Kayak and Snorkel Tour (7am-9:30am): $125
• Sea Scooter Snorkeling Guided Tour - Turtle Town: $149
• Private 2 hour Surf Lessons with Experienced Coaches : $235
• Epic Waterfall Adventure - GO PRO 13 footage included: $150
• Haleakala Sunset and Astronomy Tour : $235

Is food expensive in Maui?

Food in Maui can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $162 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $96. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach: $154
• Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise - A Hawaiian Hula Experience: $158
• Haleakala Maui Sunset Twilight Tour with Dinner: $255
• Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise : $150
• From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver: $140
• Wailele Luau Including Fire and Knife Performance Plus Dinner: $219

Is transportation expensive in Maui?

The prices of local transportation in Maui can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $62 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $46. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.