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 May
Estimated package price
$120
2 travelers
Flight to Wailea
3 nights at hotel
Wailea in May
Estimated package price
$120
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 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Hana and takes around 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles 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 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Hana and takes around 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car rental from Honolulu, which is about 101 miles 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

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,556 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,156 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,504 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,263 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,640 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,103 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,649 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,461 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,794 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,313 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (232 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,977 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,897 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,014 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,273 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,560 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 $483 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $667 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wailea

Most booked hotels in Wailea

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Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 371 reviews)
$881+
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Hotel Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 349 reviews)
$555+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Maui North Shore
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 51 reviews)
$337+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 598 reviews)
$673+
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Courtyard by Marriott Maui Kahului Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 474 reviews)
$386+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1475 reviews)
$190+
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Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $93 per day, on average, or $370 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, 31% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $93 per day, on average, or $370 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, 31% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

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