Wailea travel guide

Wailea Tourism | Wailea Guide

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.

Where to Eat in Wailea

If you’re looking for affordable options, Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa (3850 Wailea Alanui Drive) and Morimoto - Maui (3550 Wailea Alanui Dr.) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in Wailea

Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Wonderful (618 reviews)
Japanese
Wonderful (592 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (579 reviews)
Hawaiian
Wonderful (470 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (462 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (335 reviews)
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Wonderful (618 reviews)
Japanese
Wonderful (592 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (579 reviews)
Hawaiian
Wonderful (470 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (462 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (335 reviews)

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 American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Lihue and takes around 48m.

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 Sixt 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 American Airlines, Air Canada and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Lihue and takes around 48m.

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 Sixt and Lucky Owl Car Rental, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailea

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Airlines serving Wailea

Lufthansa
Good (4,599 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,920 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,706 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,501 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (704 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,610 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (959 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (49 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (28 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (814 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wailea

Average rates range from around $497 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $804 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, 168 reviews)
$1,174+
Hotel Wailea, Relais & Chateaux - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 117 reviews)
$999+
Fairmont Kea Lani - Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 184 reviews)
$1,039+
Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 280 reviews)
$786+
Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 43 reviews)
$561+
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 204 reviews)
$550+

Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $68 per day, on average, or $270 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, 20% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $68 per day, on average, or $270 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, 20% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.