Social Lodging For Adventurous Travelers
Explore Maui, together.
Meet people. Have fun. Discover Hawaiʻi.
Social lodging for adventurous travelers
Hike 12 miles through Haleakalā. Do the road to Hāna. Meet people from around the world. We’re more than just a place to sleep. Everyday, we have adventurous free tours and fun social events. Centally located in up-and-coming Wailuku, we’re a place for connection, adventure, and community. All on a budget.
Aloha! We’re more than a place to sleep. We’re all about creating a social atmosphere, partying with strangers, adventures, exploring the ocean, long hikes, and new friends. As Hawaii’s oldest hostel, we’re family owned and operated and sustainably minded. Come for the cheap beds, stay for the good vibes + lifelong memories.
Central Location
Centrally located on Maui so you’re never too far from your next adventure. Enjoy the local, artsy vibes of Wailuku Town, with hip new bars just down the street and ‘Iao Valley right in our backyard.
Social Vibes
Traveling solo or just looking to make new connections? We’re known for our laid-back vibes and social atmosphere. Every Friday is free beer night, and there’s other fun events throughout the week. Come as a stranger, leave as a friend.
Free Amenities
We offer free tours, free pancake breakfast and coffee, free WiFi, a hot tub, a well equipped shared kitchen, laundry machines, and a handful of friendly cats.
"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" •

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.
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Upcoming events
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Keg Night
Every Friday, 6pm-10pm
Enjoy free beer, games, dancing, and music!
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Maui Pride
Saturday, June 14th 3pm
Maui Pride festival is happing on N Market Street, just a block from the Hostel!
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Wailuku First Friday
Friday, June 6th, 6pm-9pm
Wailuku First Friday is a monthly street festival that happens on N Market Street.
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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!