Hana, HI Summary

The former sugar town of HANA itself might seem a disappointment at the end of the road; it’s a pleasant enough little community that isn’t especially interested in attracting tourists. Hasegawa’s General Store is a friendly place to pick up supplies, and a delightful red-sand beach can be reached by a precarious trail from the end of Uakea Road. Rooms at the deluxe Hotel Hana-Maui (tel 808/248-8211 or 1-800/3215-4262, ; $200-250) start at around $400; Joe’s Place on Uakea Road is a rudimentary but affordable alternative (tel 808/248-7033; $50-75). There’s also camping beside the black-sand beach at lovely Waianapanapa State Park, four miles short of Hana ($5; tel 808/984-8109).