Trying to figure out if it's worth having a car the 5 days we'll be in Maui. We are spending a week on the Big Island and then the last part of our trip in Maui. Because we intend to do a lot of hiking around VNP and other places on the Big Island, we figure this will be our time to just relax and enjoy the ocean/beach. Maybe one day trip to do the Road to Hana or go up to Mama's Fish House or Lahaina.

We've reserved a rental car, but not sure it's worth it given the cost of the rental and the valet parking fee. The rental could easily be another $700.00 with tips for valet for one good day of use. I contacted the hotel to see what options there were for getting to the hotel and they sent me this:

If you would like the assistance with your transportation arrangements contact Concierge at (808) 243-4703 or via email [email protected]

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

The Concierge desk would be happy to assist with reservations for chartered sedan service or shared-ride shuttles from Kahului Airport. In addition to chartered sedan service or shared-ride shuttles, taxi transportation is available on demand. The Concierge desk would also be happy to charter a sedan or limousine service with The Limo Company for your airport transportation. Chartered Sedans are generally larger size Lincoln Town cars with extra leg-room, drivers are chauffer trained and cleanliness of the vehicle can be expected. The driver will meet you at baggage claim and escort you to the vehicle upon your arrival. The driver will track your flight number and arrive earlier or later if change in flight arrival time. For the return to the airport the driver will stage 10-15 minutes prior to your reservation and has the ability to wait for late passengers. Chartered Sedans can accommodate up to 3 passengers and are $245.01 each way for transfers to and from the airport. Larger vehicle types are available such as SUVs $280, and Coaches if you have more than 3 passengers. Please let us know so we can quote the rate for the required vehicle.

Taxi fare varies but is generally in the range of $56 - $60 for a one way transfer to/from the Kahului airport. The airport operates a first-come, first-serve taxi line in the ground transportation area for on-demand service. Reservations can be made for service as well, which would depart from Station #2 in the ground transportation area. Communication with the taxi company upon arrival via mobile phone will be necessary to coordinate with the driver. For a flat rate of $75, a meet and greet can be arranged with a taxi provider which would include meeting at baggage claim and assistance with luggage to your vehicle. Vehicles are 7 passenger mini vans.

Additionally, the Concierge would be happy to assist with reservations on a Shared-Ride Shuttle service. Our preferred service is Roberts Hawaii. The rate starts at $42 for one passenger per one way transfer. For two or more guests, the price is $24 per person. If travelling with more than one guest we generally suggest a taxi – as rates then become comparable and there is a possibility you will have to stop at multiple locations to allow other passengers to board or disembark during your transfer via a shared-ride shuttle service. Please let us know if we can assist with reservations or further information.

Are there any other options?