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 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wailea include Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian 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 101 miles from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Lucky Owl Car Rental and Thrifty, 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, Hawaiian 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 101 miles from Wailea. You’ll find branches of Lucky Owl Car Rental and Thrifty, among others, in Honolulu.

Airports near Wailea

HNMHana
OGGKahului
JHMKapalua West Maui

Airlines serving Wailea

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,637 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,589 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,054 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,508 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,540 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,338 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,481 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (178 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,108 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,893 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,662 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,629 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 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 $620 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $588 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)
$845+
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Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 370 reviews)
$739+
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Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 609 reviews)
$645+
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Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort - A Concept by Hyatt
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 694 reviews)
$771+
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Courtyard by Marriott Maui Kahului Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 481 reviews)
$365+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 452 reviews)
$395+
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Renting a car in Wailea

Renting a car in Wailea costs $102 per day, on average, or $407 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, 41% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.29 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 $39.52 and $52.69.

Renting a car in Wailea costs $102 per day, on average, or $407 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, 41% more expensive than at Kahului.

Expect to pay $3.29 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 $39.52 and $52.69.

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