Howzit Hostels
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$172
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Howzit Hostels. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 44 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Howzit Hostels in Wailuku, you'll be a 5-minute walk from Kaʻahumanu Church and 7 minutes by foot from Bailey House Museum. This hostel is 24.4 mi (39.3 km) from Kaanapali Beach and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Maui War Memorial Center.
What's nearby
Kaʻahumanu Church(0.2 miles)
Bailey House Museum(0.4 miles)
Maui War Memorial Center(1.1 miles)
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens(1.3 miles)
Maui Arts and Cultural Center(1.8 miles)
Schaefer International Gallery(1.8 miles)
Haleki'i-Pihana Heiau State Monument(1.8 miles)
Queen Ka’ahumanu Center(1.9 miles)
Kepaniwai Park(2.2 miles)
Kahului Bay(2.2 miles)
Hawaii Nature Center of Iao Valley(2.3 miles)
Ho'aloha Park(2.5 miles)
Iao Valley State Park(2.9 miles)
Regal Maui Mall(3 miles)
Coral Beach(3 miles)
Kahului Airport (OGG)(5 miles)
West Maui Airport (JHM)(28.1 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tennis Courts
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Garden
Location
2080 W. Vineyard Street, Hawaii, United States of America
Kaʻahumanu Church (0.2 miles)
Bailey House Museum (0.4 miles)
Maui War Memorial Center (1.1 miles)
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (1.3 miles)
Maui Arts and Cultural Center (1.8 miles)
Schaefer International Gallery (1.8 miles)
Room options
2
8 Bed Mixed Dorm
1 Twin Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
1
8 Bed Female Dorm
1 Twin Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
1
4 Bed Women-Only Dorm
1 Twin Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
1
4 Bed Mixed Dorm
1 Twin Bed
Shared AccommodationsAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
2
Standard Quadruple Room
1 Full Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
3
Private Queen, Shared Bathroom
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Shared Bathroom
Guest reviews of Howzit Hostels
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 530 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Howzit Hostels, travelers consistently praise the exceptionally friendly staff, lively social atmosphere with daily activities and free tours, clean common areas, and simple perks like complimentary pancakes and coffee, all offering strong value for budget-minded stays.
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At Howzit Hostels, travelers consistently praise the exceptionally friendly staff, lively social atmosphere with daily activities and free tours, clean common areas, and simple perks like complimentary pancakes and coffee, all offering strong value for budget-minded stays.
Rooms are simple and on the smaller side, and several guests noted noise from air conditioning, building creaks, events, or street activity that sometimes made sleep difficult. Facilities are generally well equipped, though parking can be limited or confusing and shared bathrooms get busy at peak times. The location works for many, but a few guests found the area less appealing or felt safer with a car. Best for budget travelers comfortable with shared spaces and occasional noise; less ideal if you need hotel-level quiet.
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Facilities
Guests like the lively common areas, well-equipped kitchen, laundry, and the hostel's daily activities and free tours. Parking is limited or confusing, and shared bathrooms can be busy at peak times; occasional event noise was mentioned.
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Randy
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful staff! Great daily excursions! Laundry room. Clean showers. And super affordable!
Wonderful staff! Great daily excursions! Laundry room. Clean showers. And super affordable!
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Aurora
Mar 15, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Exceeded expectations for sure, clean and spacious. They have activities everyday so if you’re a solo traveler it would be a great way to meet people.
Exceeded expectations for sure, clean and spacious. They have activities everyday so if you’re a solo traveler it would be a great way to meet people.
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Samuel
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice facilities. Good kitchen and lounge area. Bathrooms/showers could use an update but still good for the price.
Nice facilities. Good kitchen and lounge area. Bathrooms/showers could use an update but still good for the price.
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Mathew
May 8, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
You don't absolutely need a car for Howzit Maui, but it's really helpful. The hostel arranges daily tours and activities, but if you don't make it onto the sign up sheet, then you need to make your own arrangements. There are plenty of people who have car rentals, so making alternate plans isn't a big deal. There are six shared bathrooms (with showers) and a seventh just for women. There are two more washrooms on the main floor. They get pretty busy in the morning and at night. Pancakes and coffee are served every morning! It's a great way to start your day, but get some fruit when you can! lol
You don't absolutely need a car for Howzit Maui, but it's really helpful. The hostel arranges daily tours and activities, but if you don't make it onto the sign up sheet, then you need to make your own arrangements. There are plenty of people who have car rentals, so making alternate plans isn't a big deal. There are six shared bathrooms (with showers) and a seventh just for women. There are two more washrooms on the main floor. They get pretty busy in the morning and at night. Pancakes and coffee are served every morning! It's a great way to start your day, but get some fruit when you can! lol
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Kevin
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Great for the location, price, and excursions included. A couple issues: it felt like a constant fight to find an open bathroom. This location could have used a couple more for the amount of beds it has. Also, they advertise a backyard / outside area but that doesn't exist at the moment. Otherwise, parking was available and there were a couple good restaurants, bars, and shops within a few blocks. The beds were ok for me but would be too small for anyone 6' tall and up. I'd stay here again
Great for the location, price, and excursions included. A couple issues: it felt like a constant fight to find an open bathroom. This location could have used a couple more for the amount of beds it has. Also, they advertise a backyard / outside area but that doesn't exist at the moment. Otherwise, parking was available and there were a couple good restaurants, bars, and shops within a few blocks. The beds were ok for me but would be too small for anyone 6' tall and up. I'd stay here again
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Michelle
Dec 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the proximity of this location to local shops, grocery, and incredibly beautiful beaches. All walkable! The outdoor area set up for eating & socializing was really nice! There were a lot of people in and out while I was there so cleanliness in bunk area could have been better but understandable for the amount of traffic. The hot tub stopped working while I was there so that was disappointing. I’ve stayed at 3 other hostels and this was the only one with a hot tub. Showers were nice & clean. Tours were great!
I liked the proximity of this location to local shops, grocery, and incredibly beautiful beaches. All walkable! The outdoor area set up for eating & socializing was really nice! There were a lot of people in and out while I was there so cleanliness in bunk area could have been better but understandable for the amount of traffic. The hot tub stopped working while I was there so that was disappointing. I’ve stayed at 3 other hostels and this was the only one with a hot tub. Showers were nice & clean. Tours were great!
10
carolina
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It was my first time in a hostel so I was a little nervous, but Howzit hostel was a great experience for me! The accommodation is really good, I stayed in a room for 4 girls, it was comfortable, and clean, it had air conditioning. The hostel has a good kitchen, many bathrooms that are always being cleaned, it has a great common area with pool, foosball and chairs. They make good pancakes for breakfast, they have clean towels all the time, a good laundromat, and my favorite part was the free tours, they were a great way to get to explore Maui. All the employees and volunteers were so nice and helpful, I even became friends with some of them. So I would definitely come back to Howzit another time!
It was my first time in a hostel so I was a little nervous, but Howzit hostel was a great experience for me! The accommodation is really good, I stayed in a room for 4 girls, it was comfortable, and clean, it had air conditioning. The hostel has a good kitchen, many bathrooms that are always being cleaned, it has a great common area with pool, foosball and chairs. They make good pancakes for breakfast, they have clean towels all the time, a good laundromat, and my favorite part was the free tours, they were a great way to get to explore Maui. All the employees and volunteers were so nice and helpful, I even became friends with some of them. So I would definitely come back to Howzit another time!
10
Raymond
Feb 14, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great for solo travellers. Nice lounge and daily activities and excursions. Staff are top notch! Connects travellers together!!!
Great for solo travellers. Nice lounge and daily activities and excursions. Staff are top notch! Connects travellers together!!!
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Cariann
Jan 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved our stay at Howzit Hostel. We had our own room and appreciated the clean restrooms and facility. Everyone was friendly and loved the free shuttle and outings provided by the Hostel each day! Perfect for those without a rental car to see some of the best places on Maui. Highly recommend!
We loved our stay at Howzit Hostel. We had our own room and appreciated the clean restrooms and facility. Everyone was friendly and loved the free shuttle and outings provided by the Hostel each day! Perfect for those without a rental car to see some of the best places on Maui. Highly recommend!
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Dawn
Apr 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the downstairs area. Didn’t like The parking options
Loved the downstairs area. Didn’t like The parking options
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is praised across reviews, with rooms, bathrooms, and common areas frequently described as very clean. A few guests reported isolated issues such as a clogged shower or sink.
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Annie
Jan 18, 2023
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A bit hidden and difficult to find at first. Lots of free parking in the area. One of the washroom sinks was clogged. Washrooms could be cleaner. Would not book again.
A bit hidden and difficult to find at first. Lots of free parking in the area. One of the washroom sinks was clogged. Washrooms could be cleaner. Would not book again.
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Andrea
Jan 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
They say “you get what you pay for”, but here you actually get less…this is an overpriced hostel with quite a bit of issues. The place is located in an unsafe neighborhood with limited food options. During our stay there was a loud party that went on till 11 and then a bunch of people kept making noise on the balcony, right behind our window, at least until 12.30am (despite a sign that said the balcony access was up until 9pm only!). The cleanliness was concerning…a restroom had a clogged shower and was completely flooded, and nobody took care of it up until we left (also causing a terrible smell of sewage on the floor). This is probably a fun place for young people, but if you’re 30 and just look for a cheap accommodation but also hope to get a good night sleep, then you better spend your money elsewhere!
They say “you get what you pay for”, but here you actually get less…this is an overpriced hostel with quite a bit of issues. The place is located in an unsafe neighborhood with limited food options. During our stay there was a loud party that went on till 11 and then a bunch of people kept making noise on the balcony, right behind our window, at least until 12.30am (despite a sign that said the balcony access was up until 9pm only!). The cleanliness was concerning…a restroom had a clogged shower and was completely flooded, and nobody took care of it up until we left (also causing a terrible smell of sewage on the floor). This is probably a fun place for young people, but if you’re 30 and just look for a cheap accommodation but also hope to get a good night sleep, then you better spend your money elsewhere!
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Randi
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Howzit was a great experience, the hostel was cleaned almost daily from what I noticed, never had many issues with waiting for the amenities. Clean towels whenever you need. Kitchen is updated and clean! The staff make it a very chill vibe. I ended up renting a car as their transportation can fill up quick and is a hot ride; I then tagged along on the daily tours. Location can be sketchy at night but never had any issues. Overall I recommend and would return.
Howzit was a great experience, the hostel was cleaned almost daily from what I noticed, never had many issues with waiting for the amenities. Clean towels whenever you need. Kitchen is updated and clean! The staff make it a very chill vibe. I ended up renting a car as their transportation can fill up quick and is a hot ride; I then tagged along on the daily tours. Location can be sketchy at night but never had any issues. Overall I recommend and would return.
8
Joan
Dec 25, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We needed a room for right before Christmas to attend a show. This hostel was the only affordable accommodation available. Once you are inside things are fine! The staff are very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately some of the other guests were very noisy early in the morning. Talking loudly on her phone right outside our room at 6 am!! Our private room was clean. Shared bathrooms were also clean.
We needed a room for right before Christmas to attend a show. This hostel was the only affordable accommodation available. Once you are inside things are fine! The staff are very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately some of the other guests were very noisy early in the morning. Talking loudly on her phone right outside our room at 6 am!! Our private room was clean. Shared bathrooms were also clean.
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Setenay
Apr 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
New and clean place. Offers coffee and pancakes for breakfast. Staff are kind and helpful.
New and clean place. Offers coffee and pancakes for breakfast. Staff are kind and helpful.
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Andressa
Feb 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a quick stay for me, but the cleanliness and service were supreme. Honestly, everything was great, staff was friendly, common areas are renovated and clean. My towels and linen were pristine clean! Would recommend!
It was a quick stay for me, but the cleanliness and service were supreme. Honestly, everything was great, staff was friendly, common areas are renovated and clean. My towels and linen were pristine clean! Would recommend!
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Chisato
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
All of the staff were very kind to me! And, the hostel was clean and quiet. I enjoyed my comfortable stay here.
All of the staff were very kind to me! And, the hostel was clean and quiet. I enjoyed my comfortable stay here.
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Stephen
Feb 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Howzit Hostel was immaculately clean and the staff were extraordinarily helpful and friendly. While most guests are young people we two senior citizens felt entirely welcomed and comfortable. They have a very nice, open lobby area with tables, comfortable seating and pool table. And it is just a couple of blocks from the wonderful Maui Coffee Attic which has live music most days. Shared bathrooms can get a little busy at peak hours, but we rarely had to wait and they were extremely bright and clean. We would definitely stay again.
Howzit Hostel was immaculately clean and the staff were extraordinarily helpful and friendly. While most guests are young people we two senior citizens felt entirely welcomed and comfortable. They have a very nice, open lobby area with tables, comfortable seating and pool table. And it is just a couple of blocks from the wonderful Maui Coffee Attic which has live music most days. Shared bathrooms can get a little busy at peak hours, but we rarely had to wait and they were extremely bright and clean. We would definitely stay again.
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Pedro
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Checking in was a bit slow and difficult due to computer problems and lack of experience of the receptionist, but with no significant problems. Overall the hostel is comfortable enough for a short stay. Rooms are quite small, but everything was clean (including shared bathrooms).
Checking in was a bit slow and difficult due to computer problems and lack of experience of the receptionist, but with no significant problems. Overall the hostel is comfortable enough for a short stay. Rooms are quite small, but everything was clean (including shared bathrooms).
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andres
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Outstanding services. Everything is organized and clean. Safe place arrived late no issues in the location area. Easy prompts for parking. A great place to stay.
Outstanding services. Everything is organized and clean. Safe place arrived late no issues in the location area. Easy prompts for parking. A great place to stay.
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Rooms
Rooms are simple and small, with mixed bed comfort and noticeable noise from AC or fans, building creaks, events, or street traffic. Some guests missed privacy curtains and found upper bunks or metal frames squeaky.
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Donna
Dec 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable beds, great staff, very friendly & helpful.
Very comfortable beds, great staff, very friendly & helpful.
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jean
Apr 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location, the price and the staff are all very good. Also, the bathrooms are very clean. The A/C in the room for 4 people is too loud, cannot sleep. I wish the room can be bigger, but the price is good.
The location, the price and the staff are all very good. Also, the bathrooms are very clean. The A/C in the room for 4 people is too loud, cannot sleep. I wish the room can be bigger, but the price is good.
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yougesh
Dec 8, 2023
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This place is a very old building. Creaks and cracks. Noisy with no sound proof walls. This is the first and last time ill stay here.
This place is a very old building. Creaks and cracks. Noisy with no sound proof walls. This is the first and last time ill stay here.
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Mathew
Jan 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Unique for a hostel? Free pancakes. I didnt partake, but they looked amaaaazing. Wasnt the biggest fan of the beeping door locks. They can be heard from bed Would stay again
Unique for a hostel? Free pancakes. I didnt partake, but they looked amaaaazing. Wasnt the biggest fan of the beeping door locks. They can be heard from bed Would stay again
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Michael E.
Jan 31, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was nice, though there are no privacy curtains and the fans as well as the AC units are very noisy. Had trouble sleeping the first night I stayed there.
It was nice, though there are no privacy curtains and the fans as well as the AC units are very noisy. Had trouble sleeping the first night I stayed there.
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Carol
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
AC was to be vented but not successful. Receptionist was outstanding and bathroom was well cleaned. Lack restaurants in the area was an issue as well as noise from outside traffic.
AC was to be vented but not successful. Receptionist was outstanding and bathroom was well cleaned. Lack restaurants in the area was an issue as well as noise from outside traffic.
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Christopher
Nov 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
You get what you pay for….the beds are horrible and I had the worst sleep of my life. Bought 3 nights, only stayed 1. Got another place that was only $40 more. Never stay on the upper bunk. The bunk beds are made out of cheap metal and are super janky. They squeak and move around a ton. I’m not sure why this place didn’t use sturdy wood and attach it to the wall. The room was too warm as well but the other guests liked the temp so I had to suffer.
You get what you pay for….the beds are horrible and I had the worst sleep of my life. Bought 3 nights, only stayed 1. Got another place that was only $40 more. Never stay on the upper bunk. The bunk beds are made out of cheap metal and are super janky. They squeak and move around a ton. I’m not sure why this place didn’t use sturdy wood and attach it to the wall. The room was too warm as well but the other guests liked the temp so I had to suffer.
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Karen
Jan 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
They host a weekly margarita night that we weren't aware of. Even through earplugs and the air conditioner in the room running I could still hear the music from upstairs. I asked the staff if they could turn it down even just a little bit so that I at least couldn't feel the vibrations through the floorboards and they did, but it immediately turned it back up 5 minutes later. The sign in the lobby says music will be turned off at 9:45, a staff member told me 10 when I asked, and ultimately it was turned off at 10:45 after I went downstairs to ask a second time. Ran into another couple upstairs who were also annoyed by it, and just pacing the hallway together unable to sleep. Fun event, but I am sure there is a way to schedule this better so that it doesn't so negatively impact anyone wanting to sleep. Or at the very least, adhere to the music cutoff time advertised. It is a shame to leave a negative review because up until this point we were really enjoying our stay. The property is kept really clean, the common area is great, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. All that said though, the primary purpose of booking accommodation is so that you have somewhere to sleep while you're away from home, so if they can't provide that, it's a big miss.
They host a weekly margarita night that we weren't aware of. Even through earplugs and the air conditioner in the room running I could still hear the music from upstairs. I asked the staff if they could turn it down even just a little bit so that I at least couldn't feel the vibrations through the floorboards and they did, but it immediately turned it back up 5 minutes later. The sign in the lobby says music will be turned off at 9:45, a staff member told me 10 when I asked, and ultimately it was turned off at 10:45 after I went downstairs to ask a second time. Ran into another couple upstairs who were also annoyed by it, and just pacing the hallway together unable to sleep. Fun event, but I am sure there is a way to schedule this better so that it doesn't so negatively impact anyone wanting to sleep. Or at the very least, adhere to the music cutoff time advertised. It is a shame to leave a negative review because up until this point we were really enjoying our stay. The property is kept really clean, the common area is great, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. All that said though, the primary purpose of booking accommodation is so that you have somewhere to sleep while you're away from home, so if they can't provide that, it's a big miss.
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Kora
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Had a great stay, will definitely come back, private room was small but good, clean, staff was AMAZING!
Had a great stay, will definitely come back, private room was small but good, clean, staff was AMAZING!
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Pedro
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Checking in was a bit slow and difficult due to computer problems and lack of experience of the receptionist, but with no significant problems. Overall the hostel is comfortable enough for a short stay. Rooms are quite small, but everything was clean (including shared bathrooms).
Checking in was a bit slow and difficult due to computer problems and lack of experience of the receptionist, but with no significant problems. Overall the hostel is comfortable enough for a short stay. Rooms are quite small, but everything was clean (including shared bathrooms).
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Service
Service stands out: staff are repeatedly described as friendly, helpful, and welcoming, and they organize activities and tours. Occasional hiccups include a slow check-in or an access-code issue.
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Ryan
Apr 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Shout out to Will for making it right when our AC was damaged in our room. Genuine person with great customer service skills. Clean and quiet with plenty of places to walk to. Will return to use again.
Shout out to Will for making it right when our AC was damaged in our room. Genuine person with great customer service skills. Clean and quiet with plenty of places to walk to. Will return to use again.
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Laura
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hostel. Staff were very kind and helpful.
Great hostel. Staff were very kind and helpful.
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Brenden
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The best hostile I’ve ever been to! Dani and all the volunteers were so kind and helpful! 100% will be returning.
The best hostile I’ve ever been to! Dani and all the volunteers were so kind and helpful! 100% will be returning.
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Rocío
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was the best! Instalations very comfy and clean. Pancakes for breakfast were a good way to start the day :)
The staff was the best! Instalations very comfy and clean. Pancakes for breakfast were a good way to start the day :)
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Eduardo
Jan 13, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Great service from the staff and so many things to do. Definitely recommend to anyone
Great service from the staff and so many things to do. Definitely recommend to anyone
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Whitley
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were excellent and made the stay very easy and friendly.
The staff were excellent and made the stay very easy and friendly.
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Michael
Dec 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is an excellent facility, with superb service. Check-in was easy and thorough, and Kara (sp?) was friendly, attentive, and professional. As we were in for one night as a sleep-stop before heading to the airport, we were unable to take advantage of the myriad activities offered, but the amenities at the facility were great.
This is an excellent facility, with superb service. Check-in was easy and thorough, and Kara (sp?) was friendly, attentive, and professional. As we were in for one night as a sleep-stop before heading to the airport, we were unable to take advantage of the myriad activities offered, but the amenities at the facility were great.
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Asmar
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The people were super nice and attentive towards your needs -
The people were super nice and attentive towards your needs -
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ELIRAN
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
This was my first hostel experience and it totally exceeded all my expectations. Clean, safe, fun, and active. The staff is incredible. Everyone is super friendly and helpful; Luke, Katrina, Kara, Emma, Alon, Austin, Rex, Mariane, Georgia, Laura, Katie, and all the others I might have missed - Thank you for everything!
This was my first hostel experience and it totally exceeded all my expectations. Clean, safe, fun, and active. The staff is incredible. Everyone is super friendly and helpful; Luke, Katrina, Kara, Emma, Alon, Austin, Rex, Mariane, Georgia, Laura, Katie, and all the others I might have missed - Thank you for everything!
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Pedro
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Checking in was a bit slow and difficult due to computer problems and lack of experience of the receptionist, but with no significant problems. Overall the hostel is comfortable enough for a short stay. Rooms are quite small, but everything was clean (including shared bathrooms).
Checking in was a bit slow and difficult due to computer problems and lack of experience of the receptionist, but with no significant problems. Overall the hostel is comfortable enough for a short stay. Rooms are quite small, but everything was clean (including shared bathrooms).
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Location
Many found the location convenient for the airport and some shops or restaurants. Others felt the area was sketchy at night, noted limited public transport or food options, and recommended having a car.
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Michele
May 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is your typical hostel. The staff really went out of their way trying to help me get situated late at night with parking and my room set up. The area is really bad (zombies and car break ins) - so go early if you want a spot on the lot. Otherwise you will have to park on the street and walk a little ways.
This is your typical hostel. The staff really went out of their way trying to help me get situated late at night with parking and my room set up. The area is really bad (zombies and car break ins) - so go early if you want a spot on the lot. Otherwise you will have to park on the street and walk a little ways.
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Jane
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hosting service. Good location.
Excellent hosting service. Good location.
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Cynthia
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location and options for experiences.
Great location and options for experiences.
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Randi
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Howzit was a great experience, the hostel was cleaned almost daily from what I noticed, never had many issues with waiting for the amenities. Clean towels whenever you need. Kitchen is updated and clean! The staff make it a very chill vibe. I ended up renting a car as their transportation can fill up quick and is a hot ride; I then tagged along on the daily tours. Location can be sketchy at night but never had any issues. Overall I recommend and would return.
Howzit was a great experience, the hostel was cleaned almost daily from what I noticed, never had many issues with waiting for the amenities. Clean towels whenever you need. Kitchen is updated and clean! The staff make it a very chill vibe. I ended up renting a car as their transportation can fill up quick and is a hot ride; I then tagged along on the daily tours. Location can be sketchy at night but never had any issues. Overall I recommend and would return.
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Kate-Lynne
Feb 26, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
very friendly staff, but this property is in the middle of nowhere with limited access to public transportation. would not recommend unless you are renting a car.
very friendly staff, but this property is in the middle of nowhere with limited access to public transportation. would not recommend unless you are renting a car.
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Juan
Mar 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location is great, super clean and staff are very friendly. I never done a hostel so this was a new experience for me. I’m glad (Lucky) I chose this place. I will recommend this place to other travelers. Wailuku is super different from Waikiki or anywhere in Oahu.
Location is great, super clean and staff are very friendly. I never done a hostel so this was a new experience for me. I’m glad (Lucky) I chose this place. I will recommend this place to other travelers. Wailuku is super different from Waikiki or anywhere in Oahu.
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Carol
Apr 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
AC was to be vented but not successful. Receptionist was outstanding and bathroom was well cleaned. Lack restaurants in the area was an issue as well as noise from outside traffic.
AC was to be vented but not successful. Receptionist was outstanding and bathroom was well cleaned. Lack restaurants in the area was an issue as well as noise from outside traffic.
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linda
May 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wanted something inexpensive near the airport. Clean and simple. We even managed to take advantage of one of their free day trips. Fun and friendly environment. Met lots of new people, which would never have happened in a traditional hotel!
Wanted something inexpensive near the airport. Clean and simple. We even managed to take advantage of one of their free day trips. Fun and friendly environment. Met lots of new people, which would never have happened in a traditional hotel!
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Corinna
Oct 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean close to restaurants
Nice and clean close to restaurants
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FLORENCIA
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff here is very nice and welcoming,if you plan to stay for a short period of time,I recommend this Hostel,but there are no places to buy food,the neighboorhood stores close early,you do not have many options to choose from,plus the beach is far from here.
The staff here is very nice and welcoming,if you plan to stay for a short period of time,I recommend this Hostel,but there are no places to buy food,the neighboorhood stores close early,you do not have many options to choose from,plus the beach is far from here.
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Dining
The complimentary breakfast, especially pancakes with coffee, is consistently appreciated. No broader on-site dining is mentioned.
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Sive
Sep 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I liked the bathrooms and how amazing was the pancakes
I liked the bathrooms and how amazing was the pancakes
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Alexander
Jan 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hand drying paper dispensers are installed on the walls with beds on the other side, everyone pounds at them all night long, maybe have them moved to the knee walls of the hallways not the bedrooms, pankxakes were awesome! And the kitchen is epic! Great job howzit ;)
The hand drying paper dispensers are installed on the walls with beds on the other side, everyone pounds at them all night long, maybe have them moved to the knee walls of the hallways not the bedrooms, pankxakes were awesome! And the kitchen is epic! Great job howzit ;)
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Darlene
Oct 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I had a late flight into Maui and a quick flight out the next day. I was warmly welcomed when arriving at Howzit Hostel. They were ready and waiting for me and I had everything I needed. I wasn’t expecting the breakfast the next morning, but it was delicious. I am eager to return for a longer stay.
I had a late flight into Maui and a quick flight out the next day. I was warmly welcomed when arriving at Howzit Hostel. They were ready and waiting for me and I had everything I needed. I wasn’t expecting the breakfast the next morning, but it was delicious. I am eager to return for a longer stay.
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Mathew
May 8, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
You don't absolutely need a car for Howzit Maui, but it's really helpful. The hostel arranges daily tours and activities, but if you don't make it onto the sign up sheet, then you need to make your own arrangements. There are plenty of people who have car rentals, so making alternate plans isn't a big deal. There are six shared bathrooms (with showers) and a seventh just for women. There are two more washrooms on the main floor. They get pretty busy in the morning and at night. Pancakes and coffee are served every morning! It's a great way to start your day, but get some fruit when you can! lol
You don't absolutely need a car for Howzit Maui, but it's really helpful. The hostel arranges daily tours and activities, but if you don't make it onto the sign up sheet, then you need to make your own arrangements. There are plenty of people who have car rentals, so making alternate plans isn't a big deal. There are six shared bathrooms (with showers) and a seventh just for women. There are two more washrooms on the main floor. They get pretty busy in the morning and at night. Pancakes and coffee are served every morning! It's a great way to start your day, but get some fruit when you can! lol
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alexandra
Jan 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good choco chip complimentary pancakes. Kind staff. Not possible to sleep in a dark room due to their set up. No hot water for shower. Didn’t get a lay of the land at check in. Quite expensive for quality.
Good choco chip complimentary pancakes. Kind staff. Not possible to sleep in a dark room due to their set up. No hot water for shower. Didn’t get a lay of the land at check in. Quite expensive for quality.
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Rocío
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was the best! Instalations very comfy and clean. Pancakes for breakfast were a good way to start the day :)
The staff was the best! Instalations very comfy and clean. Pancakes for breakfast were a good way to start the day :)
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Christelle
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay in this hostel! Staff and turists very nice,! Nice free activities with this hostel+ great breakfast Coffee and pancakes for free! Kitty made thèse pancakes with Heart and nice designs on it!!! Great Bruno with his advise and help! Thanks to Luc too who took care of us when WE hiked! Thanks to Jeff too! Tl.Best staff and activities I had found during my years travelling,!!!
Great stay in this hostel! Staff and turists very nice,! Nice free activities with this hostel+ great breakfast Coffee and pancakes for free! Kitty made thèse pancakes with Heart and nice designs on it!!! Great Bruno with his advise and help! Thanks to Luc too who took care of us when WE hiked! Thanks to Jeff too! Tl.Best staff and activities I had found during my years travelling,!!!
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Sastry
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay at this hostel was very comfortable. The pancakes and coffee in the morning were appreciated. Very nice, large and informal lobby. Rooms were clean and adequate with A/C. A bit of wait to use restrooms but not that long.
Our stay at this hostel was very comfortable. The pancakes and coffee in the morning were appreciated. Very nice, large and informal lobby. Rooms were clean and adequate with A/C. A bit of wait to use restrooms but not that long.
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Setenay
Apr 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
New and clean place. Offers coffee and pancakes for breakfast. Staff are kind and helpful.
New and clean place. Offers coffee and pancakes for breakfast. Staff are kind and helpful.
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Tom
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was excellent
Breakfast was excellent
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Narfe
Aug 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff are very helpful and friendly. It’s close to restaurants and very affordable, especially if you don’t mind sharing a bedroom with other people.
The staff are very helpful and friendly. It’s close to restaurants and very affordable, especially if you don’t mind sharing a bedroom with other people.
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tulasi
Jul 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
If you looking a budget stay, this is perfect. We can cook, talk to other people who stay there. Everyone were friendly and the showers were not crowded. Only part is that the bedrooms have little dust on the walls. But this is a hostel and it’s expected
If you looking a budget stay, this is perfect. We can cook, talk to other people who stay there. Everyone were friendly and the showers were not crowded. Only part is that the bedrooms have little dust on the walls. But this is a hostel and it’s expected
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aaron
Jul 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
was perfect of a short stay
was perfect of a short stay
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Herbert
Jul 1, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Clean room, quiet
Clean room, quiet
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Grace
Jun 24, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
It was the best hostel I’ve ever been to!! It was such a wonderful experience:)
It was the best hostel I’ve ever been to!! It was such a wonderful experience:)
Property Policies
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From 14:00 to 23:59
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FAQs about Howzit Hostels
Is parking available at the property?
Uncovered self parking is available at the property for a fee of USD 10 per day. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve parking.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at this property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility features may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located within a 5-minute walk of Iao Theater and Kaʻahumanu Church. It is 0.4 miles from Bailey House Museum and 24.4 miles from Kaanapali Beach. Kahului Airport is approximately 5 miles away.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not offer extra beds or cribs, and only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-16: 122.48810571136475USD
- 2026-10-17: 117.58862982902528USD
- 2026-10-18: 117.58862982902528USD
- 2026-10-19: 163.15769780044556USD
- 2026-10-20: 165.2766291633606USD
- 2026-10-21: 184.59865124435424USD
- 2026-10-22: 173.7983005683899USD
- 2026-10-23: 200.1464189842224USD
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- 2026-10-25: 151.36710896530153USD
- 2026-10-26: 168.98614771347047USD
- 2026-10-27: 167.78851843566895USD
- 2026-10-28: 167.78851843566895USD
- 2026-10-29: 167.78851843566895USD
- 2026-10-30: 176.1827926841736USD
- 2026-10-31: 196.55347971878052USD
- 2026-11-01: 189.35685189208985USD
- 2026-11-02: 196.55347971878052USD
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- 2026-11-12: 184.59865124435424USD
- 2026-11-13: 191.741361151886USD
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- 2026-11-16: 186.94784383850097USD
- 2026-11-17: 181.31701295700074USD
- 2026-11-18: 183.64071240463258USD
- 2026-11-19: 171.25011742172242USD
- 2026-11-20: 179.5363501037598USD
- 2026-11-21: 186.32273885650636USD
- 2026-11-22: 186.9284882484436USD
- 2026-11-23: 179.06619270629884USD
- 2026-11-24: 213.40359236450197USD
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- 2026-11-26: 179.06619270629884USD
- 2026-11-27: 188.9797521942139USD
- 2026-11-28: 184.07356443099977USD
- 2026-11-29: 184.0819478530884USD
- 2026-11-30: 192.3908449195862USD
- 2026-12-01: 216.83729804229736USD
- 2026-12-02: 184.69541205062868USD
- 2026-12-03: 181.80416007080078USD
- 2026-12-04: 182.44351172714235USD
- 2026-12-05: 181.80416007080078USD
- 2026-12-06: 186.07001896896364USD
- 2026-12-07: 191.45327316665652USD
- 2026-12-08: 197.6188600845337USD
- 2026-12-09: 213.9064433937073USD
- 2026-12-10: 212.29466620712282USD
- 2026-12-11: 212.27452199249268USD
- 2026-12-12: 185.20086896972657USD
- 2026-12-13: 183.56891328048707USD
- 2026-12-14: 190.6256116775513USD
- 2026-12-15: 189.65656351776124USD
- 2026-12-16: 188.58487415542604USD
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Parties and events are allowed on site
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
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Tennis Courts
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Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Windsurfing
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Terrace
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Safe-Deposit Box
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Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
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Internet
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