Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wailea has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Wailea

If you’re looking for affordable options, Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa (3850 Wailea Alanui Drive) and MATTEO'S OSTERIA (161 Wailea Ike Place) are great picks.

When to visit Wailea

Wailea in April
Estimated hotel price
$950
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wailea in April
Estimated hotel price
$950
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 23 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 12h 43m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 163 km 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 23 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 12h 43m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire from Honolulu, which is about 163 km from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailea

HNMHana
OGGKahului
JHMKapalua West Maui

Airlines serving Wailea

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,516 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,432 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,887 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,102 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,653 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,184 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,642 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wailea

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Wailea to great affordable options like the Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea, Wailea offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $860 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $872 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wailea

Most booked hotels in Wailea

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Hotel Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$1,236+
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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$1,230+
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Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$1,119+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$925+
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Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - A Concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$1,182+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$564+
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Hiring a car in Wailea

Expect to pay $1.33 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 $15.87 and $21.15. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Kia Soul or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.33 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 $15.87 and $21.15. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Kia Soul or similar) is, on average, 65% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.