Maui - west side vs Hana in late Feb
Planning for a trip in late February but torn on the accomodations.... hoping some suggestions can guide me towards the right decision.
Initially the plan was to stay around Kaanapali or Wailea mega-resorts and split the stay between Maui and Molokai (5days/2days). But now I am thinking of splitting the stay between Hana and west Maui. The reason being, most of activities that interest us are on Hana side (Pipiwai trail, Haleakala trail and sunrise, Red Sand beach, Black sand beach etc). If I stay in Wailea/Kaanapali, I am looking at 3-4hrs driving everyday or more(given peak season traffic). Should I look into splitting the stay in Hana and west Maui (and save Molokai for another time)? I have read some threads where folks emphasized on the remoteness of Hana side (and lack of options/amenities). And secondly, not sure if weather will be hospitable in February on Hana side.
Any suggestions on -
- living on Hana side (Traavasu is an option)
- would 4days be too much/little for Hana
- anything to be worried about given the rainy weather