The Tiki Hale Hostel

This is actually a review of Hakuna Matata (sister hostel to Tiki Hale right across the street and run by the same management), which is not on Unilocal yet because I think it’s somewhat new.
Loved this place — it had everything we needed for a great stay. Nice, modest rooms, full working kitchen, friendly and attentive staff, laundry, decent bathroom (though a little hard to share), plenty of parking, and in an amazing location (super close to bars, shops, and beach; but tucked away on a quiet side street). AC works but a little rough. Free snorkel gear and bikes for all to use. Fresh towels whenever you need them. Didn’t attend any of the activities as I was busy doing my own stuff but I bet they were fun. I liked that there was a private dorm room for women. Beautiful views of the West Maui mountains. No degenerates hanging around, haha. Would definitely stay here again!

So happy I stopped here! I needed a bed for the night since my hotel booking plans were different than my airline plans (by a night). My flight was late and I didn’t end up getting here until around 9pm. It was a bit difficult to check in as there wasn’t anyone around. I thought there was just a group of travelers hanging out in the back, but once I introduced myself, Rubiana showed me around and was altogether super friendly! In fact, everyone was super friendly. The bunk beds weren’t bad, and while I only got a sheet for a cover, I didn’t even use that because the temperature was just right (thanks Hawaii!). When I woke up there was fresh coffee and some delicious fruit ready. The bathrooms were clean I never had to wait for them.
If you want a low cost alternative to the resorts and you don’t mind sharing your bathroom and rooming with different people, this is the place to go.

Awesome awesome place good vibes most guests are pretty chill and the employees their are the ambassadors of aloha… a little pricey but definitely worth it just for people it attracts and amenities provided… cleaned daily always employee around… The place just has good vibes… If you’re gonna do a hostel do this one… Ask for kimo

Sherry runs a great hostel that is so dear
We had super awesome dinner party here with fresh I he tuna and money money that I caught the previous night

Reading all the reviews (even the ones not recommended) I was surprised that people would rate this a 5 star hostel. It’s a duplex hostel with other houses nearby also being part of this place. The side I stayed on was the quiet side, and the other side was the party side. Super fine with me, but it was weird that the party side kept coming over to use the bathroom. Maybe they were all on the same cycle and when ya gotta go, ya gotta go. The kitchen is stocked and people leave food behind, so it was nice to add to the food we bought. The location is stellar as it is close to Front Street and the beach; I was able to go night swimming a couple of times. Kimo the caretaker is pretty cool, as is Pablo, but some of the girls cleaning the place were pretty snotty and had chips on their shoulders. To quote Tucker Max, «You’re not better ‘n me!» Also, there was this broke alcoholic staying for free on the sofa inside and outside so it was hard to chill in the morning. All in all it was an okay stay, but I’ve had way better.

Had an amazing stay here! The people were awesome and diverse. It was the cleanest hostel I have ever seen. Best location ever right on the beach and front street. Surf boards and snorkel gear to borrow. Met great locals and natives there and learned a lot of the history and culture of Hawaii. Made friends from all over the world. Community dinners pretty much nightly. They have 2 seperate sides that come together as one. My favorite part was the outdoor enclosed shower! On Sunday I was showering and there was some beautiful native choir singing powerfully next door. Best shower ever! Lol. I never even slept in my bed, there was a hammock out back that I just loved to sleep in! The first night I was there we had a jam session out back that was absofarkinlutely amazing and a few of us shut it down by laying on the beach star gazing. Plenty of parking and walking distance to everything Front st. I grabbed the surf board early one morning and decided to give it a try. Lots of surfers meet up at the break there, so after awhile of seeing me try this old surfer snapped at me to get lower on my board and paddle when the waves come in. Low and behold the next wave I rode in standing up!!! Awesome! The beach is super quiet and empty late at night, so no one was there to object to late night skinny dipping! Lol. Amazing experience!

What an amazing experience to be had at the Tiki Hale! I spent four glorious days there and did not want to leave. The festive atmosphere is not for everyone so make sure you want to party on the back deck and enjoy ALOHA! The hosts, Christopher, Andy and Kimo/​James were so sweet and welcoming they made me feel like family! Sharing food, music and laughter with the other guests, the locals and the natives was a culturally enlightening experience and I appreciate the honest chats we had around the torches ;-) I spent my 51^st birthday there and plan to go back for my 52, 53, 54, 55, etc. until I can transition to island life.
Blessings & Slainte’
Sue S.