Staying at a Maui Bed and Breakfast
What do I need to know about staying at a Maui B&B?
Visiting Maui and staying in a bed and breakfast can enrich an already well-planned island itinerary. Where you stay is critical, because most travelers will spend a good portion of time in their hotel room, even if they plan to indulge in nightlife. A Maui Bed and Breakfast (B&B) has a good deal of perks, so it’s an option to consider if you’re seeking a departure from the conventional hotel room or Maui condo rental.
Staying in a home might feel intimidating, when you don’t know the owners. Bed and Breakfasts are all about people who love to share their home, hospitality and a piece of their community with you. Aside from the smaller bed and breakfast inns with just a handful of rooms, several offer enough rooms that make it more of a small, intimate inn rather than a tiny B&B.
Does it mean you have to clean up after yourself? No. You are the guest and daily housekeeping is included in your rate, as are many other expected and unique amenities. Most likely, you’ll also have Internet access included in your rate. It is possible that you won’t have screaming kids nearby as many bed and breakfast homes are tailored for romantic getaways. Conversely, today, you’ll also find more options for family-friendly ones and even pet-friendly.
Fees are sometimes a part of the package, though some are simply deposits. Also, some bed and breakfast inns require a minimum night stay. While these seem like terms that a traveler may not want to face, consider that in most cases, a hotel has your credit card number and if you damage the room, they can charge you after the fact.
What’s so special about a Maui Bed and Breakfast? You’ll have an advantage as a guest—you’ll be treated as a special guest since the inn will be small enough to give you the attentiveness you need. A large hotel with varying shifts for staff can find that their guests become a blur after a day. At a bed and breakfast, you’ll find as much, or as little attention as you’d like. Breakfast is a large part of the stay, and many owners are excellent chefs, so you’re breakfasts will be memorable. Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, diabetic, heart-healthy and other nutritional specifications are met with more ease at a Maui bed and breakfast because the owners are often more accommodating when given advance notice.
Another perk for visitors staying at a Maui Bed and Breakfast is the insider viewpoint. Owners of the inn have likely lived in the area all their lives, or at least for several years, and as business owners, they have cultivated working relationships with many of the area attractions and other businesses. You will have the scoop about the best of everything and insight into the area that only a local can share.
While many hotels have mini-bars, bed and breakfast inns often include a small basket of snacks in your room or in the main area. You’ll likely have access to books and movies plus a chance to walk on the grounds of private property you wouldn’t normally have if staying elsewhere. Wraparound porches, small signature gardens, a custom blend of coffee and a sense of home are just a few amenities you’ll enjoy.
A stay at a Maui Bed and Breakfast is for a certain type of traveler, and worth the try as you’ll find Maui fascinating and enjoyable from a local perspective. Contact the Maui Bed an Breakfast Association for a list of licensed/permitted bed and breakfast inns.?
