Wailea travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wailea

With a population of 5,938, Wailea is a must-see destination in Hawaii, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wailea has to offer.

Where to Eat in Wailea

If you’re looking for affordable options, Humu Humu (3850 Wailea Alanui Drive) and Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa (3850 Wailea Alanui Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Wailea

Wailea in September
Estimated hotel price
$1078
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wailea in September
Estimated hotel price
$1078
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wailea

Plane

When flying to Wailea, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 12h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Plane

When flying to Wailea, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 12h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailea

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Airlines serving Wailea

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,717 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,595 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (976 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (55 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (813 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wailea

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only to great affordable options like the AC Hotel by Marriott Maui Wailea, Wailea offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $682 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,187 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wailea

Most booked hotels in Wailea

Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$1,766+
Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$1,439+
Fairmont Kea Lani - Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$1,459+
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$1,158+
Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$921+
Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - A Concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$1,544+

Hiring a car in Wailea

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.60 and $24.80. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wailea, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.55 per litre in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.60 and $24.80. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wailea, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.