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The best family hotels with pools in Kihei are the Maui Coast Hotel, the Aston at the Maui Banyan, the Maui Beach Vacation Club and Kohea Kai Maui, and the Maui Coast Hotel comes out on top. Its pool has free cabanas, loungers and towels, and Kamaole Beach Park I, with state lifeguards every day, is just across South Kihei Road. Be aware that none of these four has a pool area built for toddlers or a lazy river, so Kihei is a beach town first and a pool town second. The Maui Banyan is steps from Kamaole Beach Park II, and the other two face a beach without lifeguards.
Quick Comparison: Best Family Hotels with Pools in Kihei
| Hotel Name | Best For | Pool Highlight | Key Amenity | Booking Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maui Coast Hotel | A Guarded Beach | Free cabanas | Free shuttle | Compare Rates → |
| Kohea Kai Maui | Quiet Escapes | Pool and hot tub | Kitchen suites | Compare Rates → |
| Aston at the Maui Banyan | Space Seekers | Jet spas | Full kitchens | Compare Rates → |
| Maui Beach Vacation Club | Condo Space | Pool and hot tub | Full kitchens | Compare Rates → |
Every hotel below gets our own 1-10 rating for how genuinely relaxing it is to bring kids poolside. Not a generic star rating, but four specific things that actually matter to tired parents:
- Toddler Entry: How easy it is for small children to get in. Zero-entry pools, splash pads and shallow areas score highest.
- Lazy River: Whether there’s a lazy river or float feature, and how good it is.
- Shade Coverage: Cabanas, umbrellas, or covered areas so you’re not baking in direct sun all day.
- Lounge Chairs: How much comfortable poolside seating there actually is to relax in.
Maui Coast Hotel
Maui Coast Hotel is the pick for a beach day with young kids, because it sits across the road from Kamaole Beach Park I, where state lifeguards are on duty every day. It rates 4.4 out of 5 across 2,679 TripAdvisor reviews, the best on this page.
- What it’s like: A full-service hotel with on-site dining, pickleball courts, morning yoga and a 24-hour fitness center.
- The Pool: Resort-style pools with the Hanohano Pool Bar, where lounge chairs, towels and cabanas are all complimentary. We found no separate area for small children.
- Rooms That Fit a Family: Rooms and suites open onto a lanai.
- Walk to the Sand: Kamaole Beach Park I is just across South Kihei Road, with state lifeguards daily from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
- Nearest Groceries: Foodland at 1881 South Kihei Road, a 3-minute drive.
- Good to Know: The free shuttle runs daily from 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. within 3 miles of the hotel, and cruiser bikes and helmets can be borrowed at the Pool Hut.
What It Actually Costs: A resort fee of $39 a night plus tax, and valet parking at $25 a night.
The Downside: The resort fee and valet together add $64 a night before tax.
Why It Scores 4.9: Free cabanas and loungers lift the shade and seating marks, but there is nothing built for toddlers and no river feature.
Skip It If: you want a pool built for small children.
Kohea Kai Maui
Kohea Kai Maui is a small oceanfront hotel in north Kihei on the five-mile beach of Mai Poina ‘Oe Ia’u. Older listings describe it as adults-only, but its own policies now say children are welcome, with up to two staying free in existing bedding. It rates 4.2 out of 5 across 269 TripAdvisor reviews.
- What it’s like: Lush gardens, a rooftop for watching the sunset and a concierge desk.
- The Pool: An outdoor pool and a hot tub. We found no separate area for small children.
- Rooms That Fit a Family: Rooms with kitchenettes, junior suites with full-size appliances, full suites with private bedrooms and sofa sleepers, and a three-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse. Every room has a microwave and refrigerator.
- Walk to the Sand: The beach is just outside, but Mai Poina ‘Oe Ia’u is not on the state lifeguard list. The nearest guarded beach, Kamaole Beach Park I, is a 10-minute drive.
- Nearest Groceries: Safeway at 277 Pi’ikea Avenue, a 6-minute drive.
- Good to Know: The hotel keeps beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers for guests, so there is nothing to rent for a beach morning.
What It Actually Costs: The hotel places a $250 hold on any debit card used for payment, so plan for it on a family budget.
The Downside: The beach at the door has no lifeguards, so a guarded swim means a drive to Kamaole.
Why It Scores 3.2: A pool and a hot tub, but nothing built for small children and no river feature.
Skip It If: you want a guarded beach outside the door.
Aston at the Maui Banyan
Aston at the Maui Banyan is the condo pick, with full kitchens and two pool areas across the road from Kamaole Beach Park II. It rates 3.8 out of 5 across 1,110 TripAdvisor reviews.
- What it’s like: A condo resort in the middle of Kihei, with restaurants and shops within walking distance, barbecues and a tennis court.
- The Pool: Two recreation areas, each with a heated pool and a jet spa, open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. A pool wheelchair lift is available on request.
- Rooms That Fit a Family: Condo suites with fully equipped kitchens, and select hotel rooms that connect to a one-bedroom suite. Cribs and rollaways cost extra and depend on availability.
- Walk to the Sand: Kamaole Beach Park II is steps away, with state lifeguards daily from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
- Nearest Groceries: Foodland at 1881 South Kihei Road, a 6-minute drive.
- Good to Know: Each recreation area has its own barbecues, so dinner can happen poolside.
What It Actually Costs: Parking is included with your stay. Cribs and rollaways are an extra charge.
The Downside: It has the lowest TripAdvisor rating of the condo stays here, so read recent reviews before you book.
Why It Scores 3.0: Two heated pools and two jet spas, but nothing built for toddlers and no river feature.
Skip It If: you want a full-service hotel with a pool bar.
Maui Beach Vacation Club
Maui Beach Vacation Club is a condo-style resort at 515 South Kihei Road in north Kihei, across the road from Mai Poina ‘Oe Ia’u beach. It scores 8.0 out of 10 across 101 Booking.com reviews, and 3.7 out of 5 across 327 on TripAdvisor.
- What it’s like: Gardens, a bar and a restaurant on site, with a whale sanctuary education center a 5-minute walk away.
- The Pool: An outdoor pool and a hot tub. We found no separate area for small children.
- Rooms That Fit a Family: Family rooms with balconies and fully equipped kitchens.
- Walk to the Sand: Guests describe the beach as across the road. Mai Poina ‘Oe Ia’u is not on the state lifeguard list, and Kamaole Beach Park I, the nearest guarded beach, is a 10-minute drive.
- Nearest Groceries: Safeway at 277 Pi’ikea Avenue, a 6-minute drive.
- Good to Know: Parking is free on-site, which is not the norm along South Kihei Road.
What It Actually Costs: Booking sites list a nightly resort fee of roughly $26 to $30, so confirm the amount when you book.
The Downside: The beach is across the road rather than at the pool gate, and it has no lifeguards. We found no official website for the property.
Why It Scores 4.1: Its Lounge Chairs mark carries most of the score. There is nothing built for toddlers and no river feature.
Skip It If: you want a guarded beach within walking distance.
FAQs About Family Trips to Kihei
Is Kihei good for young children?
Yes, mostly for the beaches. The three Kamaole beach parks have state lifeguards every day, while the hotel pools here have nothing built for toddlers.
What is the best way to travel around Kihei?
A rental car is the easiest way. Some hotels are within walking distance of shops and a beach with lifeguards, but the island’s sights need a drive.
When is the best time to visit Kihei for families?
Spring and fall offer the best weather and fewer crowds, perfect for families who want to enjoy the pools and beaches without the peak-season rush.
Kihei is one of the 11 US beach towns that average 70°F or better in December, all compared in our guide to warm beach towns in December.
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