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, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Kailua-Kona and takes around 36m.

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, Japan Airlines and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Wailea departs from Kailua-Kona and takes around 36m.

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

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,402 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,207 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,182 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (200 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,910 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,775 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,549 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (985 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (587 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 $524 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $719 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 (9.3, 361 reviews)
$771+
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Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 398 reviews)
$870+
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Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 369 reviews)
$791+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (9, 601 reviews)
$716+
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Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - A Concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 689 reviews)
$883+
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Courtyard by Marriott Maui Kahului Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 477 reviews)
$400+
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Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $84 per day, on average, or $336 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, 26% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05. Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $84 per day, on average, or $336 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, 26% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $4.32 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 $51.78 and $69.05. Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wailea, while also 22% cheaper than other types, on average.

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