Banana Bungalow Maui Hostel
"almost cried when i left"
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"this place is magical"
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"the bungalow has soul"
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"vibes are immaculate"
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"incredible parties"
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"its like a big family"
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"i fell in love at the bungalow"
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"amazing staff"
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"almost cried when i left" • "this place is magical" • "the bungalow has soul" • "vibes are immaculate" • "incredible parties" • "its like a big family" • "i fell in love at the bungalow" • "amazing staff" •
Where Travelers Become Friends
Have a life-changing Maui experience on a budget! We offer:
Free daily hiking and beach excursions, including the Road to Hana and the Haleakala summit.
A fun and social atmosphere, with free parties and evening events.
A central location in the hip and walkable town of Wailuku, close to local cafes, shops, and bars.
A fully functional kitchen and large common areas, plus a hot-tub and free beach gear.
No car? No problem. Stay with us and explore Maui through our free tours, the Maui Bus (we're right next to a bus stop), and ride-sharing with other travelers. Thousands of guests experience Maui without renting a car.
The #1 hostel for solo travelers on Maui
Our fun and knowledgeable guides will take you to the best spots on Maui in our two passenger vans. Tours include the Road to Hana and Haleakala volcano. Free Tours Everyday
We host parties with free drinks, drinking games, karaoke, trivia nights, yoga, and free dinners. We’re all about creating a fun, welcoming community where it’s easy to meet people and make new friends.Evening Social Events
Enjoy free pancakes and coffee each morning, and a $5 family meal in the evening. Breakfast & Dinner
Explore Maui on a budget with awesome people from around the world. Our complementary tours go to the best spots on Maui, like the Road to Hāna and Haleakalā National Park. Just pay park entry fees & tip your guide. See our full schedule here.
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![A person standing on a rocky cliff above the ocean, with towel wrapped around waist, looking down, with several people swimming in the water below, and a mountain range in the background under a clear blue sky.]()
'Iao Valley State Park
MONDAYS 10:3-pm- 2:30pm
Take a 4-mile easy/moderate hike in beautiful ‘Iao Valley state park. Then, take a swim in the river.
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![Road to Hana Tour]()
Road to Hana
TUESDAYS 8:30am ~ 8pm
The iconic Road to Hana is a Maui must-do. It’s lush, rugged, with countless waterfalls and beautiful views. Guided by fun, knowledgeable guides, tour includes the Pipiwai Trail and off-the-beaten-path adventures. Read more
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![Lush green mountains with clouds overhead and dense vegetation in the foreground.]()
Waihe'e Ridge Trail
WEDNESDAYS 10:30am- 2:30pm
Hike 4-miles (7 km) round-trip up a ridge line in the West Maui Mountains. You’ll see native flora, fauna, and panoramic views of the ocean and valley below. This awesome and strenuous hike is AllTrails’ #1 hike on Maui. -
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Snorkeling & Happy Hour
THURSDAYS 10:30am-7pm
Swim with turtles at beautiful Po’olenalena Beach in Wailea, and end the night at Life’s a Beach bar and restaurant in Kihei (offering 1 liter mai tais).
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![A peaceful beach with turquoise water, sandy shore, and palm trees in the background under a cloudy sky.]()
Ka'anapali Beach & Surf Lessons
FRIDAYS 12- 5pm
Guests can take a surf lesson in West Maui ($80), or visit beautiful Ka’anapali Beach and go cliff jumping off of Black Rock.
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![A landscape view of volcanic mountains with reddish and dark gray slopes, and a backdrop of fluffy white clouds in a bright blue sky.]()
Haleakala National Park
SATURDAYS 8am-8pm
Hike 12 miles along the Sliding Sands trail in Haleakala, one of the world’s largest dormant volcanos. This Mars- like landscape is unlike anywhere else in the world.
After the hike, watch sunset from the summit at 10,000 ft of elevation. This tour stops at Safeway in the morning.
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![A large group of smiling young people standing and kneeling on a sandy beach with waves and a cloudy sky in the background.]()
Beach Day & Drum Circle
SUNDAYS 1pm - 7pm
Spend the day at Po’o'lenalena Beach, one of Maui’s most beautiful yet scarcely visited beaches. For sunset, head over to a clothing-optional secret beach for a drum circle, where there is dancing and fire spinning.
GUEST REVIEWS
Rooms for every type of traveler
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![A cozy bedroom with light green walls, featuring a bed with white linens, two pillows, a rolled towel, and a bathrobe on top. There are two wooden nightstands with white lamps on either side of the bed. A large window with tropical-themed curtains allows natural light to brighten the room. An abstract painting of a marina scene hangs above the bed.]()
Private Queen Room
One queen sized bed for travelers wanting privacy
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![Bunk bed with beige curtains, green bedding on top bunk, pink bedding on bottom bunk, beside a window with patterned curtains and a table lamp on a wooden nightstand.]()
Mixed Dorm
All-gender dorm with lockers; some come with privacy curtains. Choose between Air Conditioned and non-AC rooms.
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![A small bedroom with a bunk bed, including a top bunk with an orange mattress and a bottom bunk with a white mattress, and a window with patterned curtains, viewed through a door frame.]()
Female-Only Dorm
Four bed dorm room with lockers. Choose between air conditioned and non- AC rooms.
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![A bedroom with two single beds with towels on top, a window with dark curtains, a ceiling fan, a bedside table with a lamp, and framed artwork on pale green walls.]()
Private Twin Room
Two twin sized beds, either cooled by a ceiling fan or AC unit.
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![A room with multiple bunk beds and mattresses, some with bed linens. The room has tile flooring and light green walls, with a ceiling light and a window with orange curtains.]()
Six Bed Dorm
Our most basic room for travelers on a tight budget.
Evening Events
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Friday Night Party
Every Friday, 6pm-10pm
Enjoy free beer (21+) , drinking games, and dancing at our legendary keg night party.
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Monday Jungle Juice
Monday Nights
Free jungle juice (21+) every Monday! Fun, drinking games, dancing and karaoke!
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Wailuku First Friday
Wailuku First Friday is a monthly street festival that happens on the first Friday of each month. Live music, local vendors and food trucks, just up the street.
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Trivia Night
Wednesday Nights at 8:30
Weekly team trivia with fun categories. Test your knowledge of pop culture, geography, and weirdly specific facts.
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Family Dinner
Our in-house professional chef cooks cheap, healthy meals several times a week for $5
Guest video showcasing our Hana and Haleakala Tours. Credit: Luke Semons
FAQ
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In person, at the reception desk, the day before the tour is scheduled. We do not take advance reservations for tours, so please don’t email us to sign up.
Some things to keep in mind: please tip your tour guides, and know that tour participation cannot be guaranteed for all guests. Learn more about our tours and tour rules.
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Yes! We have private rooms with a queen bed or two twin beds. We also have female-only dorms!
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Tons! You can hit up local shops, galleries, farmer’s markets, and museums. Enjoy a vibrant night-life scene at bars like Parlay and Ester’s Fair Prospect (named the 4th best bar in the US!), which are just two blocks away.
Learn more about Wailuku at wailukulive.com
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Maui is happy to welcome respectful guests who support local and tread lightly. Do your part by supporting locally owned independent businesses like us!