About

Welcome to Banana Bungalow Maui, Hawaii’s longest-running, most social and adventurous hostel! If you’re looking for a place to meet fellow travelers, explore Maui, and have a seriously good time, you’ve found it. We’re all about good vibes, fun parties, epic adventures, and making the most of island life. Our friendly, family-owned and operated hostel has a social, eclectic atmosphere, plenty of outdoor space to hang out, and a constant flow of travelers from around the world.
One of the best things about staying with us? Free guided tours every day of the week! Explore Maui with our team and your fellow travelers without breaking the bank.

Our weekly tours and events include:
Sunday: Makena Beach & Drum Circle
Monday: ʻIao Valley Hike + Jungle Juice party in the evening
Tuesday: Road to Hana
Wednesday: Waiheʻe Ridge Trail + Trivia Night in the evening
Thursday: Snorkeling with Turtles
Friday: West Side or Paia Town + Keg Night in the evening
Saturday: Haleakalā National Park — a 12-mile / 19-km hike through the incredible volcanic crater

We have LOADS OF FREE PERKS. We like to give our guests plenty of bang for their buck. Your stay includes:
~ Free pancakes, waffles, oatmeal & coffee
~ Free beer during Friday Keg Night and free jungle juice on Monday evenings
~ Free hot tub
~ Beach gear, games, and a pool table
~ Free shampoo & body wash, free towels & linens
~ Free daily tours

Need a place to work remotely or relax between adventures? Our large tropical outdoor common areas are perfect for hanging out, meeting people, or getting some work done. Our big communal kitchen has two gas stoves, three refrigerators, and plenty of cookware, so you can easily make your own meals and save some money for more Maui adventures.

POLICIES:
Travelers Only
We are a travelers-only hostel. All guests must show either a foreign passport or confirmation of a flight leaving Maui in order to check in. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
We reserve the right to refuse service or remove guests who are disruptive or create a nuisance for other travelers.

🕐 Reception & Quiet Hours

Reception is open 8 AM–11 PM. Arriving after 11 PM? No problem — we’ll leave your key for you at the front desk. Kitchen hours are 7:30 AM–10 PM. Quiet hours are 10 PM–8 AM.

👥 Age Requirements
Guests must be 18+ to stay in dorm rooms. Children 13 and older may stay in a private room with a parent or guardian. We do not accommodate children under 13.

🥾 FREE TOUR INFORMATION
Our free daily tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis.Sign-ups open the day before each tour, after that day’s tour has departed. You must be staying at the hostel and physically present to sign up — we do not accept advance tour reservations.Every tour participant must sign a liability waiver before participating. And please remember to tip your tour guides! They’re sharing their time and helping make your Maui adventure special. 🌺

🔑 Lockers
We have lockers available, and locks can be rented for $2 cash.

❌ Cancellation Policy
Cancellation requests must be received at least 48 hours before your check-in time (2 PM HST) in order for your deposit to be refunded. If you are marked as a no-show, you will be charged for the first night of your stay. We do not offer refunds after check-in, so please make sure your travel plans are confirmed before arriving.

Come for the free tours. Stay for the good vibes. Leave with new friends and a whole lot of Maui memories.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 00:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Not Included
  • Age restriction

    Aged 12 or older at check-in

  • No children
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • No curfew
  • Smoking

    Anywhere

  • No pets
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free City Tour
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
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Reviews

9.0Superb(3317)
  • Value for Money
    9.0
  • Security
    9.3
  • Atmosphere
    9.2
  • Cleanliness
    8.7
  • Staff
    9.1
  • Location
    8.6
  • Facilities
    9.2
Summary of traveller reviews

Banana Bungalow Maui in Usa offers a vibrant social atmosphere, perfect for solo travellers and young people. Guests rave about the amazing free daily tours, which are a fantastic way to explore the island and meet new friends. The staff are consistently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, creating a welcoming vibe. While some rooms can be warm due to a lack of air conditioning, the overall experience is highly positive, with many recommending it for its fun and social environment.

Stayed in Oct 2026
10
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Ian
Male, 25-30, USA
Amazing place to meet new people and discover most of the island of Maui thru the tours best place ever
Stayed in Oct 2026
10
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Jace
Male, 25-30, USA
Had an amazing time a great atmosphere and amazing staff big shout out to Tracie, Van, Lucy, and Torie for making the trip so fun
Stayed in Oct 2026
10
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Juan
Male, 18-24, USA
I really enjoyed my time at Banana Bungalow. Everyone was super friendly, and there was always something going on. The free tours and events were a huge highlight and made it easy to explore the island and meet other people. Easily one of my favorite hostels I've stayed at.
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Location

310 N. Market St., Wailuku, Maui, Maui, USA
23.4km from city centre