Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Hanalei travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hanalei

With a population of 450, Hanalei 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hanalei has to offer.

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When to visit Hanalei

Hanalei in July
Estimated hotel price
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hanalei in July
Estimated hotel price
$243
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hanalei in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 64.4 °F, with an average temperature of 71.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 17.6″. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Hanalei, with an average rainfall of 6.3″.

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How to Get to Hanalei

Plane

Although Hanalei doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lihue (LIH), which is located 30 km from Hanalei. Lihue is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hanalei departs from Honolulu and takes around 41m.

Car

Another option to get to Hanalei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 196 km from Hanalei. You’ll find branches of Lucky Owl Car Rental and Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

Although Hanalei doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lihue (LIH), which is located 30 km from Hanalei. Lihue is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Hanalei departs from Honolulu and takes around 41m.

Car

Another option to get to Hanalei is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 196 km from Hanalei. You’ll find branches of Lucky Owl Car Rental and Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Hanalei

LIHLihue

Airlines serving Hanalei

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,517 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,445 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,284 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,082 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,476 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,875 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,613 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,163 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,668 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (934 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hanalei

Most booked hotels in Hanalei

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1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
5 stars
Excellent (9, 300 reviews)
$952+
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Makai Club Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 347 reviews)
$286+
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Hanalei Colony Resort H4
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 44 reviews)
$347+
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Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 429 reviews)
$246+
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Hanalei Bay Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 296 reviews)
$293+
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Club Wyndham Ka Eo Kai
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 603 reviews)
$244+
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Renting a car in Hanalei

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hanalei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Hanalei (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.