Pros

  • Cliff overlooking Maui's southern coastline on 15 gorgeous landscaped acres with views of the Wailea shoreline
  • All-suites property with stylish decor, kitchenettes, and luxe bathrooms with rainfall showerheads
  • Romantic restaurant has a chef's tasting table
  • The Cabanas poolside bar for artisanal cocktails and light fare
  • Sophisticated pool deck with whirlpool, free cabanas, and fire pit
  • Small and airy fitness center on-site
  • Free Mercedes-Benz limousine shuttle to excellent sandy beach and restaurants at Grand Wailea, as well as to nearby shopping
  • Beach club provides free chairs, towels, and bottled water
  • Free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout
  • Staff can set up yoga on the beach, kiteboarding lessons, and luxury booze cruises
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Cons

  • Not directly on the beach
  • Pesky resort fee
  • No kids under 16 (a pro for some)
  • No great ocean views; some rooms have obstructed and distant ocean views
  • Fitness center doesn't have a lot of equipment
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Bottom Line

Hotel Wailea was once a budget hotel in upscale Wailea, but a complete renovation in 2014 turned this property into a luxury stunner with all the trimmings of a stylish boutique hotel. Each of the rooms are one-bedroom suites with private outdoor spaces; some have distant ocean views. Guests can dine al fresco at The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea, which has a chef's table and uses organic ingredients, or The Cabanas, a poolside bar. Kids under the age of 16 aren't allowed here, making for a peaceful and romantic property that appeals to honeymooners. One caveat -- Hotel Wailea isn't directly on the beach but a Mercedes-Benz limo brings guests to a nearby beach club with free chairs and bottled water. The nearby Four Seasons Maui is a good bet for families with kids.

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Hotel Wailea

Scene

Intimate and romantic boutique hotel

Made up of 72 one-bedroom suites, Hotel Wailea is far calmer and more intimate than the area's usual 300-plus-room resorts. The 15 acres of meticulously landscaped garden grounds include a rock-lined foot bridge over a pond with a small waterfall, tall palm trees, and flowering tropical plants. A cute gazebo overlooks the Wailea shoreline and Pacific Ocean below. The semi-open air lobby is accessed up a set of stairs in a luxurious pavilion. The day's events and wine list are written with drawings on a chalkboard propped next to the reception desk, decorated with metal embellishments on the front panel. Kids under the age of 16 aren't allowed at the Hotel Wailea so the property has a quiet and serene vibe that's popular with honeymooners and couples.

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Location

In resort-rich Wailea -- great golf, gorgeous beaches, luxury shopping, and near-perfect weather

Surrounded by other luxurious resorts, Hotel Wailea is located in Wailea, a manicured, planned resort development that lines two spectacular beach-dotted miles of Maui's southwestern shore (the hotel is a 10-minute drive from the beach, and offers a free shuttle there and back). Besides the beaches and the almost perfect weather -- rain rarely falls in this arid microclimate, and the temperature hovers around 85 degrees year round -- golf and shopping are the area's big draws. The Shops at Wailea, an open-air mall with high-end shopping and dining options, is a short drive from the hotel, and there are four highly regarded golf courses nearby. Kahului Airport is a 35-minute drive from the hotel.

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Rooms

One-bedroom luxury suites with kitchenettes and private outdoor spaces

The hotel's 72 one-bedroom suites were originally built in 1992 as member-owned condos. Since then, they've been completely updated into mini-luxury retreats with kitchenettes, private outdoor spaces, and full living room spaces. The decor is soft and relaxing. Think: lightwood floors, oatmeal-colored sectional sofas, and wicker chairs. Bleached coral and tribal art add beachy accents. Kitchenettes don't have stoves or ovens but there are mini-fridges, microwaves, and full sets of dishes. The bathrooms are stocked with Molton Brown toiletries. Soaking bathtubs, rain showerheads, and plush robes add to the zen-like feel of the suites. Each of the suites has a terrace set with sophisticated furniture. Views vary from garden grounds with the ocean in the distance, to the back of neighboring suites. Wi-Fi is free.

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Beach

Free limousine shuttle to the beach club

Unlike most hotels in Wailea, the Hotel Wailea does not front the beach. But the nearby Wailea Beach, one of the best swimming and snorkeling beaches in Hawaii, has soft, fine-grain sand that's groomed every morning, small waves suitable for skimboarding, body-surfing, paddleboarding, and Hobie Cat sailing, and good snorkeling opportunities along the southern edge of the bay, which has healthy reefs and occasional turtles. The hotel provides a free Mercedez-Benz shuttle to a beach club with free chairs, towels, and bottled water.

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Features

Gorgeous pool area, small fitness center, and free Wi-Fi

While most Wailea resorts are packed with enormous pool complexes and elaborate spas, that's not the case here. However, the available features are upscale and beautiful. One standout is the outdoor pool with a large pool deck set with chic furniture and a whirlpool. Sun loungers and umbrellas are ample, and there are free cabanas that have comfy couches and shade. An outdoor firepit adds ambiance and guests can order cocktails from the adjacent bar. Fruit-infused water is available for free.

While the fitness center is modern and spacious, with lots of natural light, it doesn't have much in the way of equipment aside from a few cardio machines and weight bench. A punching bag and stability balls are available, too. It's difficult to imagine getting much work done here, but there is an expansive meeting room and Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Staff can assist with arranging excursions and recommending restaurants.

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All-Inclusive / Food

The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea, The Cabanas, and limited room service

The Cabanas is the poolside bar/restaurant where guests can order handcrafted artisanal cocktails made with simple syrups and fresh juices along with light fare in the afternoon. The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea is one of Wailea's best spots for romantic dining. The restaurant focuses on using organic ingredients and local fish. There's an excellent wine list, but the restaurant is only open for dinner and breakfast, which costs extra. A limited room service menu is available and food is delivered in to-go boxes

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Things You Should Know About Hotel Wailea

Also Known As

  • Resort Wailea

Room Types

  • Luxury Suite
  • One Bedroom Garden View Suite
  • One Bedroom Ocean View Suite
  • One Bedroom Partial Ocean View Suite

Address

555 Kaukahi Street, Wailea, Hawaii 96753-5469, United States

Phone

(808) 874-0500

Website

Oyster Hotel Review

Hotel Wailea

Scene

Intimate and romantic boutique hotel

Made up of 72 one-bedroom suites, Hotel Wailea is far calmer and more intimate than the area's usual 300-plus-room resorts. The 15 acres of meticulously landscaped garden grounds include a rock-lined foot bridge over a pond with a small waterfall, tall palm trees, and flowering tropical plants. A cute gazebo overlooks the Wailea shoreline and Pacific Ocean below. The semi-open air lobby is accessed up a set of stairs in a luxurious pavilion. The day's events and wine list are written with drawings on a chalkboard propped next to the reception desk, decorated with metal embellishments on the front panel. Kids under the age of 16 aren't allowed at the Hotel Wailea so the property has a quiet and serene vibe that's popular with honeymooners and couples.

See More Scene

Location

In resort-rich Wailea -- great golf, gorgeous beaches, luxury shopping, and near-perfect weather

Surrounded by other luxurious resorts, Hotel Wailea is located in Wailea, a manicured, planned resort development that lines two spectacular beach-dotted miles of Maui's southwestern shore (the hotel is a 10-minute drive from the beach, and offers a free shuttle there and back). Besides the beaches and the almost perfect weather -- rain rarely falls in this arid microclimate, and the temperature hovers around 85 degrees year round -- golf and shopping are the area's big draws. The Shops at Wailea, an open-air mall with high-end shopping and dining options, is a short drive from the hotel, and there are four highly regarded golf courses nearby. Kahului Airport is a 35-minute drive from the hotel.

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Rooms

One-bedroom luxury suites with kitchenettes and private outdoor spaces

The hotel's 72 one-bedroom suites were originally built in 1992 as member-owned condos. Since then, they've been completely updated into mini-luxury retreats with kitchenettes, private outdoor spaces, and full living room spaces. The decor is soft and relaxing. Think: lightwood floors, oatmeal-colored sectional sofas, and wicker chairs. Bleached coral and tribal art add beachy accents. Kitchenettes don't have stoves or ovens but there are mini-fridges, microwaves, and full sets of dishes. The bathrooms are stocked with Molton Brown toiletries. Soaking bathtubs, rain showerheads, and plush robes add to the zen-like feel of the suites. Each of the suites has a terrace set with sophisticated furniture. Views vary from garden grounds with the ocean in the distance, to the back of neighboring suites. Wi-Fi is free.

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Beach

Free limousine shuttle to the beach club

Unlike most hotels in Wailea, the Hotel Wailea does not front the beach. But the nearby Wailea Beach, one of the best swimming and snorkeling beaches in Hawaii, has soft, fine-grain sand that's groomed every morning, small waves suitable for skimboarding, body-surfing, paddleboarding, and Hobie Cat sailing, and good snorkeling opportunities along the southern edge of the bay, which has healthy reefs and occasional turtles. The hotel provides a free Mercedez-Benz shuttle to a beach club with free chairs, towels, and bottled water.

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Features

Gorgeous pool area, small fitness center, and free Wi-Fi

While most Wailea resorts are packed with enormous pool complexes and elaborate spas, that's not the case here. However, the available features are upscale and beautiful. One standout is the outdoor pool with a large pool deck set with chic furniture and a whirlpool. Sun loungers and umbrellas are ample, and there are free cabanas that have comfy couches and shade. An outdoor firepit adds ambiance and guests can order cocktails from the adjacent bar. Fruit-infused water is available for free.

While the fitness center is modern and spacious, with lots of natural light, it doesn't have much in the way of equipment aside from a few cardio machines and weight bench. A punching bag and stability balls are available, too. It's difficult to imagine getting much work done here, but there is an expansive meeting room and Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Staff can assist with arranging excursions and recommending restaurants.

See More Features

All-Inclusive / Food

The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea, The Cabanas, and limited room service

The Cabanas is the poolside bar/restaurant where guests can order handcrafted artisanal cocktails made with simple syrups and fresh juices along with light fare in the afternoon. The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea is one of Wailea's best spots for romantic dining. The restaurant focuses on using organic ingredients and local fish. There's an excellent wine list, but the restaurant is only open for dinner and breakfast, which costs extra. A limited room service menu is available and food is delivered in to-go boxes

See More All-Inclusive / Food

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Beauty / Hair Salon

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Fitness Center

  • Full Kitchen

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pool

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Spa

  • Swim-Up Bar

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