Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 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 September
Estimated package price
$1271
2 travelers
Flight to Wailea
3 nights at hotel
Wailea in September
Estimated package price
$1271
2 travelers
Flight to Wailea
3 nights at 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 center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

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

Plane

When flying to Wailea, you’ll arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG), which is located 23 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Japan Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Honolulu and takes around 40m.

Car

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

Airports near Wailea

HNMHana
OGGKahului
JHMKapalua West Maui

Airlines serving Wailea

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,705 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,664 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,035 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,081 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,145 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,464 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,676 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,891 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,126 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (188 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,674 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,604 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,563 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 $599 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $687 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wailea

Most booked hotels in Wailea

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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 398 reviews)
$865+
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Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 369 reviews)
$884+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 609 reviews)
$665+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Maui North Shore
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 39 reviews)
$410+
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Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - A Concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 693 reviews)
$785+
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Courtyard by Marriott Maui Kahului Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 479 reviews)
$367+
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Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $136 per day, on average, or $543 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. 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 Standard rental cars (Class Convertible or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $136 per day, on average, or $543 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. 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 Standard rental cars (Class Convertible or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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