Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 hotel price
$1215
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wailea in September
Estimated hotel price
$1215
1 night at 3-star 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 centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 13h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire 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 centre. The shortest flight to Wailea from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 13h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Wailea is to pick up a car hire 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 (1,480 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,880 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,839 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,364 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,164 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,559 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,530 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,869 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,376 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,143 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,905 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,174 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (200 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,904 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,759 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,203 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,555 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,578 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 $848 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,314 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wailea

Hiring a car in Wailea

Expect to pay $1.89 per litre in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.64 and $30.19. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Venue or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.89 per litre in Wailea (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.64 and $30.19. The most frequently booked car type in Wailea is Full-size (Jeep Wrangler Unlimited or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Venue or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.