Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
About Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, covers 40 acres of tropical gardens on Maui’s south shore with direct access to Wailea Beach. With 795 rooms and suites, it is one of the largest resorts on the island, and its pool complex is famous for waterslides, a river pool and a swim-up grotto bar.
The scale is the point here. Families can spend whole days in the pools while parents book a treatment at Kilolani Spa or dinner at Nobu. It suits families with children of all ages, groups and couples who like a big, busy resort with lots of choice. Rooms are sold without meals.
At a glance
Highlights
- One of Maui's largest pool complexes
- Nobu Grand Wailea on site
- Kilolani Spa with hammam and vitality pool
- Free first-time scuba lessons
- Direct access to Wailea Beach
Amenities
Rooms and suites
Rooms and suites face the gardens, the terraces or the ocean. The Napua tower and club categories include club lounge access, and there are wellness rooms for guests who want extra in-room fitness and relaxation features.
For more space, the resort also offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites, and Ho’olei villas sit on the grounds for groups.
- Rooms with two queen beds or one king bed (garden, terrace or ocean view)
- Deluxe rooms with ocean or garden views
- Wellness rooms
- Club rooms and club suites with lounge access
- One-bedroom suites, including Molokini and Wailea ocean-view suites
- Royal Suite and Grand Suite in Napua
- Ho’olei villas
Restaurants and bars
There are seven restaurants on site, along with poolside bars, a coffee shop and the Grotto swim-up bar. The resort also hosts its own luau.
With this many venues you can eat somewhere different every night without leaving the grounds. Nobu and the luau are the most popular, so book them early in your stay, especially during holidays and summer.
- Nobu Grand Wailea: Japanese cuisine with South American influences
- Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa: lagoon-side restaurant under a thatched roof
- Olivine: known for wine flights and small plates
- Botero Lounge: open-air lobby lounge with live music
- ʻIkena and Loulu
- Grotto Bar: swim-up bar
- The Lūʻau at Grand Wailea
Beach, pools and spa
Wailea Beach sits at the edge of the grounds, and the resort provides beach chairs and umbrellas daily. The pool complex has nine outdoor pools plus a children’s pool, linked by a lazy river and waterslides. Adults can escape to the Serenity Hibiscus Pool.
Kilolani Spa features a saltwater vitality pool, a hammam and saunas. There are also three hot tubs around the resort.
Activities and entertainment
Water sports include kayaking, paddleboarding, outrigger canoeing, snorkeling and scuba diving, with free first-time scuba lessons in the pool. On land there are cultural activities such as hula, ʻukulele and craft workshops, along with an art gallery, shopping and an arcade.
Golfers can play at the adjacent 18-hole course, and bicycles are available for rent.
The Wailea Beach Path runs along the coast in front of the resort and links it with neighboring hotels and The Shops at Wailea. It is a pleasant walk in the early morning or at sunset, and whales can sometimes be seen offshore in winter.
- Lazy river and waterslides
- Free first-time scuba lesson
- Paddleboarding, kayaking and snorkeling
- Hula, ʻukulele and craft workshops
- Art gallery and shopping
- Arcade and game room
- Adjacent 18-hole golf
Who it’s best for
- Best for: families who want a big pool complex, groups, and couples who like plenty of dining and spa choices in one place.
- Consider another resort if: you want a small, quiet hotel or prefer to avoid a nightly resort fee and paid parking.
Getting there from Kahului Airport
Grand Wailea is about a 28-minute drive from Kahului Airport (OGG). The resort sits right next to Four Seasons Maui at the center of the Wailea resort area.
Valet parking costs extra each night, so a private transfer from the airport plus a short rental for touring days can be a practical way to get around.
Good to know
- Check-in from 4:00 PM, check-out by 11:00 AM
- Free in-room Wi-Fi
- Nightly resort fee applies
- Valet parking has a nightly fee
- Not all-inclusive
- Beach chairs and umbrellas provided daily
Location of Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
FAQ about Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Is Grand Wailea all-inclusive?
No. Rooms are sold without meals, and dining is paid separately.
Is Grand Wailea adults only?
No. It is a family resort, but it has the adults-only Serenity Hibiscus Pool.
How far is Grand Wailea from Kahului Airport?
It is about a 28-minute drive from Kahului Airport (OGG).
How many restaurants does Grand Wailea have?
There are seven restaurants on site, including Nobu Grand Wailea and Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa.
How many pools does Grand Wailea have?
There are nine outdoor pools plus a children's pool, with a lazy river and waterslides.
Is there a swim-up bar?
Yes, the Grotto Bar is a swim-up bar in the pool complex.
Is there a resort fee?
Yes, a nightly resort fee applies.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, in-room Wi-Fi is free.
What time is check-in?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Is Grand Wailea good for families?
Yes. Waterslides, a lazy river and a children's pool make it one of the most family-friendly resorts on Maui.
