With a population of 20,881, Kīhei is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kīhei has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, 5 Palms Restaurant (2960 So. Kihei Rd.) and Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar - KIHEI, Maui (1881 S. Kihei Rd. #KT-116) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Gather on Maui (100 Wailea Golf Club Dr) and La Catrina (34 Wailea Gateway Pl a101) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Kīhei.
When flying to Kīhei, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kīhei from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 24m.
Another option to get to Kīhei is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 159 km from Kīhei. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Honolulu.
From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea to great affordable options like the Maui What a Wonderful World Bed & Breakfast, Kīhei offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $478 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $681 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Kīhei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.55 and $24.73. The most frequently booked car type in Kīhei is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 46% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.