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
$159
2 travelers
Flight to Wailea
3 nights at hotel
Wailea in May
Estimated package price
$159
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 Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Japan 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 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 center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Japan 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 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

Lufthansa
Good (8,000 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,979 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,216 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,587 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,033 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,361 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,217 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (211 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,925 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,825 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,513 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,584 reviews)
Condor
Good (412 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (996 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 $513 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $785 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, 369 reviews)
$847+
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Hotel Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 359 reviews)
$686+
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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 395 reviews)
$1,003+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (9, 595 reviews)
$818+
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Maui Coast Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 532 reviews)
$259+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Maui Oceanfront
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1465 reviews)
$222+
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Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $85 per day, on average, or $339 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, 30% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $85 per day, on average, or $339 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, 30% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

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