Wailea Marriott Resort - detailed hotel review and pictures    Table of Contents: 1. Location - on the ocean's edge in Wailea 2. Rooms - Which rooms have the best view? 3. Restaurants - See 5 reviews 4. Things to do - Read about pools, spa, shopping 5. Rates - How you can get a good deal 6. Have you stayed at Wailea Marriott Resort before? - Share your thoughts! 7. Not sure if this hotel is right for you? - Consider comparable hotels      Latest News: The Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa is half-way through its $60 million renovation. Exterior areas will be worked on until October 1, 2007, but everything else has been done and looks great. All guestrooms & suites have been completely redesigned, and now include Marriott's New Revive Bedding and high-speed Internet access. Hula Moons Restaurant & Lounge, oceanview Mandara Spa, and Fitness Center are finished.    In the meantime, if you do not mind some daytime construction noise, we offer great deals for garden view and ocean view rooms!
1. Location    This hotel is located in the North End of prestigious Wailea Resort. Planted on the ocean’s edge, Wailea Marriott Resort overlooks the glimmering waters surrounding Maui. It is set on a rocky coastline right between sandy Wailea and Ulua beaches (walking to either one will take you just a couple minutes).    Since this resort was built, they passed a law that limits closeness to the beach. That is why Wailea Marriott Resort is right next to the ocean, and all the newcomers (including Grand Wailea and Four Seasons) sit farther back.    This classic open-air, 1970s-style hotel gives you a sense of what Maui was like before the big resort boom. It was the first resort built in Wailea (in 1976), and still remains the most Hawaiian of them all.    Wailea Marriott Resort just fits into its environment without overwhelming it. All the walkways, lobby and lounge are all open-air, so it really gives you a nice feel of the tropics.    The grounds include 22 oceanfront acres of open-space lawns accented with palms, banana trees and torch ginger. Driveway to the hotel is a winding Banyan path. It takes you to the tropical lobby with grand “tiki” style roof and a large outrigger canoe. The canoe is part of a remarkable collection of Hawaiian and Pacific Rim artifacts that you can see in the lobby and public areas.    After a $25-million facelift in 2000, this hotel is a sight to behold. The entrance was expanded into an open courtyard with a waterfall and carp pond, south pool was transformed into a waterpark with 2 slides and a fabuous spa, all guest rooms were refurbished and upgraded.   2. Rooms    Wailea Marriott Resort consists of 8 buildings, all low-rise except for an 8-story tower. The rooms look casual but graceful and natural, decorated in tropical shades of rattan and pale green. They are not very large but comfortable.    The marble bath is outfitted with high-quality fixtures, a granite counter top and a handy dressing bench upholstered in tasteful floral print.    If you get an ocean view room, your lanai will have a 180-degree view of the ocean, whales breaching (Dec-Apr), and gorgeous sunsets. There are 521 rooms. Each room features: Beds: 1 king or 2 doubles, and a sofabed Air-conditioning Private lanai 25” color cable TV with pay movies, Nintendo and Lodgenet entertainment Mini-refrigerator Coffee maker with supply of Kona coffee Desk with 2 chairs Bathrobes Hair dryer Iron and board In-room safe (fee) Daily maid service Turndown service upon request Room service 6am-11pm       3. Restaurants    1) Hula Moons Restaurant - open for breakfast and dinner.    This is the signature restaurant of Wailea Marriott Resort. It offers contemporary Hawaiian cuisine in a tropical, nostalgic atmosphere of 1930’s. You will be very impressed by the panoramic views of the Pacific and the islands of Lanai, Molokai and Kahoolawe.    The breakfast buffet is outstanding – cooked-to-order omelets, macadamia nut pancakes, waffles, blintzes, smoked salmon, Japanese selections, and more. Dinner features fresh island fish, steaks and lamb chops. There is a full bar.    2) Kumu Bar & Grill - open daily 10:30am-9pm.    Enjoy casual, poolside family dining with views of the ocean and West Maui. Make sure to try one of their creative tropical cocktails served all day.    Here you can get a great sandwich or salad for lunch, or fresh Hawaiian fish or barbecues ribs for dinner. It is an excellent alternative to fine dining and relatively inexpensive considering the quality of food. Stay around after dinner for live Hawaiian music and hula dancing.    3) Mele Mele Lounge    One of South Maui’s favorite gathering places. The views are spectacular, tropical drinks very refreshing, and appetizers quite tasty. Everyone loves daily Pau Hana Happy Hour with cocktail specials and complimentary pupus. There is live Hawaiian music after 9pm every evening.    4) Wailele Slides Snack Bar - open 11am-4pm.    Known as home of the “Hang Ten Hot Dog”, it offers a children’s menu, sandwiches, wraps and salads. If you get too hot hanging around the pool, stop here for a shaved ice or freshly made smoothie.    5) Wailea’s Finest Luau - every Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 5pm-8pm    4 nights a week, a formal luau is held on a broad oceanfront lawn, drawing several hundred people for an evening of tasteful entertainment and traditiona Hawaiian delicacies. begin at sunset with the Imu Ceremony – uncovering of the pit-roasted pig. Enjoy a lavish Hawaiian buffet, open bar with tropical cocktails, colorful Polynesian revue and an exciting finale by 3-time world champion fire-knife dancer Ifi So’o.    You can book the luau directly through the hotel once you arrive.   4. Things to do Swimming pools    3 main pools (one with a a water slide) are not too fancy, but clean, warm, and offer a spectacular view of the ocean. The beach is just steps away – you will much close to the ocean at the Wailea Marriott Resort than any of the other resort.    There is also a separate “jungle gym” pool for the kids (called “Wailele Water Park”), and 2 jacuzzis located at the lower-level pool. Restrooms and cold water rinse showers are nearby.    If you find yourself by the pool at sunset, you will see a Hawaiian torch runner sprinting through the resort lighting all of the tiki torches. It’s quite a sight to see! Mandara Spa    Full-service spa where you can get an exquisite treatment like floral bath, hydrating facial, or aromatherapy massage. The spa interior is very luxurious and relaxing. Full service hair and nail salon is also on the site. The rates are very reasonable. Shopping    A paved pathway links the hotel to the Wailea Shopping Village which has a grocery store and a few nice gift shops. Above the shoreline, there is a walkway that meanders along between all Wailea hotels and the ocean, so you can take a slow sunset stroll, fish right from the rocks, or watch for migrating whales in winter.    Shops at Wailea, the most elegant shopping center in Maui, is just steps away from the resort. Browse through the world-famous boutiques like Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Dolce & Gabbana, and Tiffany & Co. Several art galleries display the works of Hawaii’s most prominent artists. When you are tired of shopping, order a cappuccino and enjoy a marvelous view of the Pacific Ocean. Other facilities include: Oceanfront walking and jogging path Free Hawaiian arts and crafts workshop Fitness center Putting green Shopping arcade (jewelry, resort wear, gifts and sundries) Children’s program for ages 5-12 (fee) Babysitting (fee) Business center Hospitality room Luggage storage Free safe deposit box ATM Laundromat (fee) Laundry and dry cleaning valet service (fee) Free parking	Wailea Marriott Resort: Entrance: Lobby: Staircase that leads to the ocean: Ocean front room: Room with 2 doubles: Hula Moon Restaurant (3 pictures) Kumu Bar & Grill: Mele Mele Lounge: Luau (2 pictures): Pool (3 pictures): Wailele Children's Pool (3 pictures): Children's Program: Beach (2 pictures): Beachside walking path: Golf: Shops at Wailea (2 pictures):
5. Rates Save $65-$128 per night when you book our wholesale rate, plus get a 5th night free.      Our rates are lower than Travelocity, Expedia and Orbitz.      Check rates and availability here! 6. Have you stayed at Wailea Marriott Resort before? Share your thoughts!    Email us your comments about Wailea Marriott Resort and we'll post them on this page!    Note: Your contact information will be kept strictly confidential.    We respect your privacy and we'll never sell or misuse your email address.    Your email:    Your name:    How did you like your stay at Wailea Marriott Resort?            7. Not sure if this hotel is right for you? Consider comparable hotels    Here are the links to similar hotels: Renaissance Wailea Beach Resort (4 stars) and Maui Prince (4 stars).    Want to check out other hotels on Maui? See all 36 hotels and condos. home  |  plan your trip  |  specials  |  faqs  |  about us  |  contact us © 1999-2007 Hawaii Travel Bureau. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms and Conditions.