Hotel Wailea

Name: Hotel Wailea
Address: 555 Kaukahi Street, Wailea, US
Rating: 9.6

555 Kaukahi Street, Wailea

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9.6

Exceptional 280 reviews

5-star hotel

Adult-Only Exceptional service Beautiful location and views Excellent food options Luxurious amenities Perfect for couples

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About Hotel Wailea

Nestled within the breathtaking beauty of Maui, Hotel Wailea stands as Hawaii’s only Relais & Châteaux property, offering honeymooners an unparalleled retreat across 15 acres of pristine seclusion overlooking the sea. This exclusive resort boasts 72 luxurious one-bedroom suites, each exuding the charm and intimacy of a private beachfront residence, complete with expansive ocean-facing lanais.

Romantic Sanctuary:

Hotel Wailea is the epitome of a romantic sanctuary, thoughtfully designed for couples seeking respite from the bustling beachfront and a desire for intimacy. Whether you’re celebrating a special event, savoring award-winning cuisine, or simply escaping the world to bask in Maui’s beauty, this resort is tailored to your desires.

Private Seclusion:

The allure of Hotel Wailea lies in its ultra-private setting. While the beach is just a 2-minute drive or a leisurely 10-minute walk away, the resort immerses you in a world of tranquil seclusion, ensuring that your honeymoon is a haven of serenity.

Awards and Accolades:

Hotel Wailea’s commitment to excellence has earned it numerous accolades, including recognition among the “Top 500 Hotels in the World” by Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2021 and “#1 Resort in Hawai’i” in the Conde Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards 2018.

For honeymooners seeking a refined and intimate escape, Hotel Wailea is a testament to the art of romance. With its luxurious suites, fine dining, and a setting that celebrates the beauty of Maui, this secluded oasis ensures that your love story begins in the most enchanting way possible.

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Celebration Suite, 1 Bedroom, Guaranteed High Floor, Ocean View

Celebration Suite, 1 Bedroom, Guaranteed High Floor, Ocean View

1 King Bed721-sq-foot room, furnished lanai with ocean views Layout - Bedroom, living room, and dining areaInternet - Free wired internet access Entertainment - 40-inch LCD TV, cable channels, and...

67 m2 Ocean View

Coffee/tea maker TV Telephone Air conditioning Hair dryer Bathrobe Desk Microwave

Reviews from Couples

9.6 280 reviews

Excellent Stay — A Tranquil, Adults-Only Oasis in Maui

Exceptional · Jan 2026

My wife and I stayed at Hotel Wailea over the MLK weekend to celebrate our anniversary. This was our fourth visit to Maui, and our first time staying here. We were thoroughly impressed and would absolutely return. Location The hotel is located in Wailea, perched on a hilltop about a mile inland from the beach. While it’s not beachfront, the elevated setting offers beautiful views of the Pacific and a much quieter, more private atmosphere than the large resorts along the shore. The complimentary shuttle service is excellent — quick, reliable, and able to drop you off anywhere in Wailea. We never waited more than a few minutes. Room All accommodations are one-bedroom suites, which immediately sets this property apart. We booked a garden-view suite and loved the peaceful outlook over a grassy meadow. The suite was spacious, well appointed, and very comfortable. A nice and increasingly rare touch: the minibar snacks and drinks were complimentary. Ambience The overall ambience can be summed up in three words: tranquil tropical oasis. Lush landscaping, open green spaces, and subtle evening lighting create a serene and romantic environment. As an adults-only resort, it feels calm and unhurried — perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking a quieter experience. Dining Hotel Wailea has two dining venues. Birdcage is a bar and Japanese restaurant with stunning sunset views over the ocean. The Restaurant offers à la carte breakfast and a fine-dining tasting menu for dinner. We had breakfast there twice and were very impressed by both the quality of the food and the service. The ricotta pancakes were a standout. Service Service throughout our stay was outstanding — attentive, warm, and well balanced. The staff were always available when needed but never intrusive. For our anniversary, they surprised us with floral decorations and a handwritten card signed by the staff, which was a genuinely thoughtful and memorable gesture. Beach Access Although the hotel is not beachfront, guests can be shuttled to any of Wailea’s beaches, with beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas provided. You do need to carry the chairs and umbrella from the parking area to the beach. The hotel also offers a full-service beach picnic experience, which must be reserved in advance. Final Thoughts Hotel Wailea is a peaceful, refined alternative to Maui’s large beachfront resorts. It’s ideal for a romantic getaway or a relaxing adults-only escape. If you value privacy, excellent service, and a calm atmosphere, this property is truly special. Highly recommended.

You deserve to stay here at least once in your life

Exceptional · Jan 2026

i have never stayed at a more luxurious hotel. The 3 rooms of our suite were enormous. The hotel provided leis at check in, soda and water in the room, wonderful shower products, and thick toilet paper. The breakfasts were fantastic and the service phenomenal. The fixed 3 course meal at dinner was one of the best meals I've ever…

Best in Maui

Exceptional · Jan 2026

If you are waffling between hotels, please take this as your sign to decide on Hotel Wailea. My husband and I first visited in 2019 for our honeymoon. 6 years later, we came back and had another truly spectacular experience. If anything, the hotel had elevated its hospitality. Great location, adults only(!!!) with the most attentive staff and bell/valet service…

Paradise

Exceptional · Nov 2025

We stayed here to celebrate our anniversary. This was our second time staying at the beautiful Hotel Wailea, and it definitely won’t be our last. The customer service here is top notch; everyone is attentive and friendly, from the valets and the groundskeepers to the servers in the restaurant and the staff at the front desk. There are subtle touches…

Serene Luxury

Exceptional · Nov 2025

My wife and I stayed at the Hotel Wailea for a week, and loved our experience there. It will be the hotel that we compare all other hotels to going forward. It's hard to know where to start. The property is a lush oasis of serenity, where the only noises we heard during our stay were those of the many…

Perfect Romantic Hotel for Couples Seeking Quieter, Private Lodging

Exceptional · Nov 2025

Hotel Wailea is the perfect choice for a quieter, romantic getaway. Our room was spacious, service was excellent throughout our stay and the amenities (pool, on site dining, transportation assistance and beauty of the property) were outstanding. We will return.

Beautiful resort

Exceptional · Oct 2025

We chose Hotel Wailea primarily because of their no kids policy which is totally worth it. We willingly paid a premium for the Celebration Suite since we were- in fact- celebrating our anniversary. The view was breathtaking and the suite was great. We loved going to hang out at the pool in our downtime.

Top tier in every way! Can’t wait to return

Exceptional · Oct 2025

This place is top tier in every way. I stayed here for my first solo trip and it truly was special and flawless. It was exactly the relaxation that I needed after a week at an intense work conference. From the incredible hospitality to the 24/7 concierge service, I felt extremely well taken care of throughout my stay. Anytime I didn’t want to walk somewhere, I could simply call/ WhatsApp or text and an employee would pick me up. While I prefer to be close to the beach, it honestly was so nice here that you do not even notice it. When I decided to go to the beach, I was driven there and they even provided towels and a beach chair. An employee also picked me up when I was done with sunset- highly recommend making this trip! I visited Polo Beach which was the closest option and it was absolutely beautiful. The best sunset views and very good vibes. The food was delicious. I looked forward to breakfast every morning and the pancakes are a must! They are so tasty you don’t even need syrup. The breakfast views were incredible and I’m grateful to my Amex FHR benefits for the daily complimentary breakfast. The Birdcage restaurant was my favorite and it’s fabulous and like the name states it is full of birds. The bird sounds do get loud but the views are so worth it! The salmon and skewers I ordered were amazing and spending sunset at the restaurant with those incredible views was truly special. I took SO many pictures! The photos don’t do it justice but I tried my best to capture the magic. I felt completely relaxed and loved my stay here. The attention to detail was evident everywhere from the luxurious beauty and body products ( which smelled amazing!) to the incredible bathtub and high tech Toto toilets (which reminded me of Japan) to the most comfortable bedding and couch to stunning balcony views. I traveled to another city and hotel after this stay and could not stop thinking about Hotel Wailea. You spoiled me and I can’t wait to return to Maui and to this property in paradise!

Jessica MADE the trip so much better.

Exceptional · Oct 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My trip to Honolulu wouldn’t have been the same without Jessica. From the moment I arrived at Hotel Wailea, she made me feel at home. She wasn’t just an amazing host—she quickly became my friend, one I hope to keep for life. Her kindness, warmth, and genuine care truly stood out and made my stay unforgettable. Jessica is the…

The BEST in Wailea!

Exceptional · Sep 2025

From the time we arrived until we left, we couldn’t have asked for a more peaceful, wonderful experience! Our room was spacious with a beautiful view—wish we had planned on more than 3 nights! The car service was great for sunset trips to the beach, restaurants, and shopping excursions. The staff was most accommodating and really friendly. We will definitely…

A beautiful hideaway in Maui

Exceptional · Sep 2025

This is a phenomenal hotel. Everything is done with pride, beautiful grounds and facilities, the staff are awesome and the ratio of guests to property size is small. We asked how full they were and were shocked nearly full- the hotel pool only had a few other people and we didn’t really hear or see many other guests. If you…

Anniversary Trip

Exceptional · Sep 2025

The staff at this hotel and its restaurants are absolutely top notch. Even with the unexpected hiccup during our visit, we felt appreciated and welcomed. Thanks so much, in no particular order, to Kai, Carlos, Angie, Shae, Karen, Nancy, Zoe, Lynn, Evan, Burt, Drea, Romel, Destin, Brianna, Star, Candlearia, Tiare, and all the other names I'm sorry I can't remember,…

Perfect getaway

Exceptional · Sep 2025

We went to Maui to get away. I chose Hotel Wailea because; it is private, quiet and romantic. It has only spacious suites with glorious views. The food is gourmet the staff is incredibly nice and very efficient. No kids so it is quiet and peaceful.we loved our suite so much we only left the property once for lunch. Glorious…

Away from the buzz

Great · Aug 2025

The hotel is a bit up the hill from the beach, which is good if you want to relax. they do have a shuttle service and you can also walk to the beach, so no need for FOMO. Grounds are well kept and the pool area is quaint and perfect for relaxation. No chaos, mostly couples swimming, reading, or tanning.…

Amenities & Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby Offsite parking discounted rates available Electric bicycle charging station Fitness facilities (surcharge) Non-smoking rooms Air conditioning Swimming pool Restaurant Room service Terrace Lift / Elevator Luggage storage

Check-in: 03:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Resort fee includes: Valet or self-parking services Lei greeting with champagne toast Activities and experiences, including fitness and yoga classes, mixology classes, outrigger canoe excursions and other seasonal or pop-up offerings 24-hour access to open-air Fitness Studio boasting three-island ocean views featuring Peloton stationary bike and top-of-the-line equipment from Technogym and PENT. Fitness Aerial yoga studio featuring ocean views and offering complimentary fitness classes Luxury vehicle shuttle service within the Wailea area Beach concierge to provide you with beach chairs, umbrella, towels and water along with transportation to any beach in the Wailea area (Luxe Beach Picnic available for a fee). Concierge dedicated to securing preferred dining reservations, arranging ocean activities and making the most of your Wailea vacation Private cabanas on a first come first served basis (reservations available for a fee) In-suite nonalcoholic beverages High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotelGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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About Hotel Wailea

Rooms at Hotel Wailea

Celebration Suite, 1 Bedroom, Guaranteed High Floor, Ocean View

Reviews from Couples

Excellent Stay — A Tranquil, Adults-Only Oasis in Maui

You deserve to stay here at least once in your life

Best in Maui

Paradise

Serene Luxury

Perfect Romantic Hotel for Couples Seeking Quieter, Private Lodging

Beautiful resort

Top tier in every way! Can’t wait to return

Jessica MADE the trip so much better.

The BEST in Wailea!

A beautiful hideaway in Maui

Anniversary Trip

Perfect getaway

Away from the buzz

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