Banana Bungalow Maui Hostel

'If you are young, or young at heart, few hostels can compare with the vitality of this one. A constantly changing, international crowd of 20-somethings generates more pure fun here than anywhere else on the island.' - Lonely Planet

E Komo Mai (Welcome!) to the Banana Bungalow, Hawaii's longest-running, most sociable and adventurous hostel. We pride ourselves on our eclectic, inviting atmosphere and clean and comfortable facilities. Experience our free tours everyday of the week, including the Road to Hana on Tuesdays, a 12 mile/ 19 km hike through Haleakala National Park's volcanic crater on Saturdays, and beach and snorkeling excursions.
Other free perks include: chocolate chip pancakes and coffee, free beer during Friday Happy Hour, free parking, free hot tub, free linens and towels, free beach gear, and free shampoo and body wash.

Our extensive, jungled outdoor space is perfect for socializing and remote work, and our large communal kitchen is outfitted with two gas stoves, three fridges and plenty of cookware. Your stay comes with a friendly atmosphere of camaraderie to explore Maui by day and get to know your fellow travelers by night!

We're located in Wailuku Town, at base of the beautiful West Maui Mountains, which is centrally located on Maui and just 15 minutes from the airport. Walk to award- winning, locally owned restaurants, hip boutiques, vintage clothing stores, antique stores, art galleries, historic 'Iao Theater, and the Maui Historical Society Museum.

Our tours:
Makena Beach and drum circle (Sun.), 'Iao Valley hike (Mon.), Road to Hana (Tues.), West Side and Lahaina (Wed.), Snorkel with turtles (Thurs.), Waihe'e Ridge Trail (Fri.), and Haleakala National Park hike (Sat.).

Please read our Terms and Conditions:
We collect a $10 refundable CASH key deposit on check in for each person in a dorm and each private room. If you will be checking out before 8 AM on the day of your departure, please see us the night before to get your key deposit back. There is no other way to get your key deposit back.

Please note that we cater to backpacker/ travelers only. Guests MUST have a foreign passport or off-island ticket to check in.

Our reception is open from 8 AM to 11 PM. If you will arrive after 11 PM, please contact us on the day of your arrival to arrange for a late check in. Failure to do so can result in not gaining access to the building or cancellation of your reservation.

Kitchen hours are from 8AM to 10PM.

You must be a minimum of 18 years to stay in a dorm room. Children 12 and up can stay in a private room with a parent or guardian. We do not allow children under the age of 12 to stay the hostel.

In order to participate in the FREE Daily tours each tour guest must sign a liability waiver before each tour. Our sign ups are on a first come, first serve basis and are available the day before the tour after that day's tour leaves. You must be here to sign up. We do not take advance reservations for tours. Please remember to tip your tour guides!

All cancellation requests must be received 48 hours before the time of check in (1PM HST time) in order to have your deposit refunded.

Quiet hours are 10 PM - 8 AM.