Wailea-Makena, HI

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A wooden sign for Keawa'i Church with a stone building and palm trees in the background.
A pool with palm trees and a clear sky.
A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, rocky shoreline, and a beach with people in the distance.
A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing and swimming, and a mountain in the background.
A beach with palm trees, a hotel, and the ocean.

Take a trip to explore stunning beaches, exceptional golf courses, and captivating natural landscapes in Wailea-Makena.

Wailea-Makena is an ideal destination for beach and outdoor travelers. You can visit several nearby beaches, including Maluaka Beach, Wailea Beach, and Palauea Beach. For golfing enthusiasts, the area features multiple courses, such as Wailea Gold Golf Course, Wailea Blue Golf Course, and Wailea Emerald Golf Course. In addition to these activities, explore the natural features of the region, including the islands of Kahoolawe and Maui, as well as the West Maui Mountains, which are known for their outdoor adventures.

While you're in Wailea-Makena, take time to wander through its nearby neighborhoods. Wailea, South Kihei, and Makena are all known for their beach and outdoor experiences. In Wailea, you can visit Ulua Beach Park and the Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve, while South Kihei offers Keawakapu Beach North and the Kihei Kalama Village shopping area. Makena is home to La Perouse Bay, adding to the coastal charm of the region. Each area provides unique opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational options available.

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

5 out of 5
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive Kihei HI
$742 nightly
The price is $881 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$881 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, 9 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Fairmont Kea Lani Maui

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui

5 out of 5
4100 Wailea Alanui Dr Kihei HI
$1,038 nightly
The price is $1,232 total per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
$1,232 total
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Loved everything about our stay. Staff was always so kind, food was delicious, and rooms were so clean"

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2026

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

5 out of 5
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr Kihei HI
$587 nightly
The price is $697 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$697 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kihei. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff was amazing. However the resort itself is not worth the price. It’s outdated and parts of the resort is going under construction so the construction crew is banging and making noise early in the morning. I’m on vacation, so I shouldn’t be awoken at 6am by the construction going on. I think ..."

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2026

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aston Maui Hill

Aston Maui Hill

3 out of 5
2881 S Kihei Rd Kihei HI
Stay at this aparthotel in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Aston Maui Hill
Maui Banyan Vacation Club

Maui Banyan Vacation Club

3 out of 5
2575 S Kihei Rd Kihei HI
Stay at this condo in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Wailea Beach and Kamaole Beach Park 2 are located ...
Maui Banyan Vacation Club
Signature Residences at Maui Banyan

Signature Residences at Maui Banyan

3.5 out of 5
2575 S Kihei Rd Kihei HI
Book a stay at this business-friendly condo in Kihei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Wailea Beach and Kamaole Beach ...
Signature Residences at Maui Banyan
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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