From popular resort locations and championship golf courses to more remote locations and laid-back living, Maui offers options for all private jet setters. One trend goes beyond traditional suites to large residential villas with a home-like experience, and perfect for family gatherings and celebrations.
1. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
2. Montage Kapalua Bay
3. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
4. Fairmont Kea Lani
5. Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort
6. Andaz Maui at Wailea
7. Hana-Maui Resort
8. Hotel Wailea
1. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
Conde Nast Traveler writes, “As soon as you walk through the open-air entrance of the U-shaped Four Seasons, it will be hard to take your eyes off the glimmering Pacific Ocean. Built in 1990, this Four Seasons was one of the first resorts to crop up in Wailea, along with the Grand Wailea next door. The resort occupies 15 acres at the southern end of Wailea beach—those Instagram-perfect views are inescapable. Four Seasons is one of the only resorts in Wailea that doesn’t charge a resort fee, which feels like a friendly gesture even though room rates are high.”
Forbes Travel Guide adds, “Four Seasons Maui at Wailea has a great energy. The lobby is a lively spot for an evening cocktail, the pools are upbeat and celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s Spago is a fun place for dinner. The resort is elegant but not at all stuffy. Guests here are constantly on the move — golfing, snorkeling, taking Pilates classes, playing table tennis in the gaming area and exploring the island.”
Lokelani 3-Bedroom Presidential Suite
The 7,200-sq.ft. Lokelani 3-Bedroom Presidential Suite features two living rooms, a dining room and private garden making it ideal for entertaining friends or spending time with family.
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2. Montage Kapalua Bay
Conde Nast Traveler writes, “This exclusive 22,000-acre enclave fronts two marine reserves and is home to only two hotels. The 466-room Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is fantastic, but the Montage is in a league of its own. The smallest of its 50 residential-style accommodations clocks in at a palatial 1,250 square feet. And, should you understandably decide to stay put, you don’t have to miss out on any of the hotel’s perks. Dishes, like kanpachi and shrimp curry, from signature restaurant Cane & Canoe are available for room service, and the resort can arrange a full chef’s table experience with wine pairings and live music en suite. But it is worth throwing on a cover-up or a T-shirt over your swimsuit for a visit to the spa. With eight hales—freestanding outdoor treatment rooms surrounded by bamboo gardens—and an infinity pool with island views, it’s a destination in itself.”
U.S. News adds, “Travelers are hard-pressed to find much to complain about at the Montage Kapalua Bay. Located on the northwest corner of Maui, this 24-acre property offers panoramic views of the beach and ocean. Visitors can spend their time on the water with activities that range from sport fishing to snorkeling. The resort also offers more adventurous pursuits like zip lining and helicopter tours, as well as traditional Hawaiian luau shows. Other activity options include shopping, golfing on two award-winning courses or playing a round of tennis at the hotel’s courts.”
4 Bedroom Premier Ocean View Penthouse
The 4 Bedroom Premier Ocean View Penthouse spans 4,050-sq.ft. of indoor and outdoor space, with three private lanais. There’s a full gourmet kitchen and even private laundry facilities.
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3. The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
The Telegraph says, “This stunning property, curved around a three-tiered free-form pool facing the ocean and adjacent to championship golf boasting the second longest hole on the PGA Tour, is hard to beat in a competitive field of Hawaii luxury hotels.”
Conde Nast Traveler reports, “Winding along the entrance to the Ritz-Carlton, you’ll notice the topography looks different from the coastal scenery you’ve passed en route from Maui’s main airport. Kapalua is marked by lush, towering pine trees and windy weather; it might even be raining when you pull up to the hotel, giving the place a mountain-lodge feel. Indeed, if you’re aiming for seclusion and relaxation, rather than sunny beach days, the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is just the spot. And if you’re staying a while or traveling with children, opt for a residential suite which has a full kitchen and up to two bedrooms. Just be sure to reserve your chairs in advance before you go to the pool.”
Ritz-Carlton Suite
Two spacious lanai balconies with sweeping vistas of the Pacific Ocean highlight the 2,560-sq.ft. Ritz-Carlton Suite. It includes separate living and dining rooms, plus oversize walk-in closets.
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4. Fairmont Kea Lani
Conde Nast Traveler says, “From the outside, the Fairmont Kea Lani looks like an all-white royal palace, Maui’s answer to the all-pink Royal Hawaiian in Waikiki; indeed, Kea Lani means “heavenly white.” Once inside, that royal feeling carries throughout the grand spaces, where an open-air lobby has stone floors and domed ceilings and arches. The best thing about the rooms at the Fairmont Kea Lani is their size: only suites (one or two bedrooms) that start at 860 square feet and come with sleeper sofas, microwaves, and private balconies. Book one of the beach-facing villas, which have small kitchens, dining rooms, and private plunge pools. Polo Beach, surrounded on both sides by lava rock walls, gives this resort a secluded feel. There are also three main swimming pools, including an adults-only one. Finally, the Fairmont enjoys the full-service luxury of surrounding Wailea, with shops, restaurants, and golf.”
The Telegraph adds, “The gorgeous Fairmont Kea Lani, with arched breezeways, lily pad-topped ponds, palm-lined thoroughfares and shimmering blue pools looks straight from the pages of a magazine. Its all-suite and villa accommodations front an exclusive strip of tropical beach.”
Three Bedroom Oceanfront Villas
The Three Bedroom Oceanfront Villas are located n the first row of villas, steps from Polo Beach, The 2,200-sq.ft. two-story residences offer a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, two master bedrooms each with generous ensuite Italian marble bathrooms, and a third bedroom. The living room features a full entertainment system with flat-screen TVs. Watch the twilight sky turn from pink and orange to dusky purple from your secluded furnished courtyard with plunge pool and grill.
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5. Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort
Conde Nast Traveler writes, “Grand Wailea is a Waldorf Astoria Resort and, much like the neighboring Four Seasons, it’s been a popular getaway for families since it opened in the early 1990s. Arriving guests are greeted with leis and escorted through an open-air atrium filled with sculptures and water fountains, all set against the backdrop of Pacific Ocean views. You’ll be able to tell by the grandeur of the lobby, but this is no small place, with 780 guest rooms, a 50,000-square-foot spa, a massive pool area with waterslides, several shops, and a chapel. If you’re bringing the kids, they’ll love it here—and they’ll probably beg for a return visit. The Grand Wailea has managed to keep most everything open as usual, but with COVID-19 safety protocols in place. Most notably, they have a Wellness Ambassador who is available by text to help guests with any health concerns.”
The Telegraph adds, “While the Grand Wailea retains its classic hotel luxury: golden bellhop carts, domed chandeliers, and art everywhere, it also feels dated and the service, impersonal. Yet the beauty of this breezy seaside garden resort is undeniable, and it’s popular with visitors from around the globe.”
Napua Club Royal Suite
The 1,950-sq.ft. Napua Club Royal Suite features parquet wood floors and large balconies where the gardens, ocean and outstanding Maui sunsets can be appreciated.
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6. Andaz Maui at Wailea
Conde Nast Traveler writes, “It’s the spirit of Zen, more than Aloha, that greets you as you walk into Andaz’s open-air lobby on Maui. The soaring space is filled with light-colored furniture, all anchored by a sand pit in the center of the room. Above the sand pit, there’s only sky—in the form of an open skylight. It’s immediately clear that Andaz is one of the most modern resorts on Maui—indeed, it’s one of the newer resorts here—one that feels like a rich relative’s beach house, yet still has all the amenities you’d expect. In COVID times, the resort is operating slightly differently with limited food service and no kids club.
U.S. News reports, “Gorgeous grounds, attentive service and awesome rooms are just a few of the reasons guests are gushing about Andaz Maui at Wailea. Stretching across 15 acres, the hotel offers visitors prime access to Mokapu Beach and lots to do: You can rent paddleboards, kayaks, and snorkel gear, or you can head out on an island excursion. If your muscles are sore after a day in the water, you can rejuvenate at the Awili Spa and Salon or retreat to your spacious accommodations.”
Four Bedroom Ocean Front Villa
The 3,450-sq.ft. Four Bedroom Ocean Front Villa is the ideal setting to host a special milestone event or enjoy tropical family time by the beach. This villa features three king bed bedrooms, one double/double room, five bathrooms, a gourmet Miele kitchen, and a private outdoor space with hot tub and Viking outdoor grill.
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7. Hana-Maui Resort
Conde Nast Traveler says, “The Hāna-Maui Resort, opened in 1946 as the Ka’uiki Inn by an entrepreneur from San Francisco. Back then, the property only had six rooms, but today, the resort has expanded into 74, most of them bungalows and cottages, spread out on the edge of the coast. More recently, the place was snapped up by Hyatt’s Destination Hotels brand and will be undergoing a two-year renovation process to modernize the property. But for now, Hana Maui still feels like an old-timey getaway, with no air-conditioning or TVs in the guest rooms. Thankfully, though, there are ceiling fans and Wi-Fi.”
U.S. News adds, “Perched on the eastern shore of Maui, Hana-Maui Resort is the first resort on the island to see the sunrise. Not only that, but it is unapologetically Hawaiian. Guests are invited to partake in cultural experiences within the region, from surfing and hiking to tours of local tropical fruit farms. There’s also the fact that the hotel doesn’t just have a whirlpool — it has a lava rock whirlpool. And as far as technology goes, you won’t find high-tech amenities in these guest rooms. That’s right: rooms internationally forgo TVs, clocks and radios. Hana-Maui Resort’s accommodations are designed to help you disconnect. An on-site restaurant, wellness center, yoga pavilion, spa and two pools round out this Hawaiian hotel’s luxurious offerings.”
Oceanfront Bungalow Premier Suite
The 942-sq.ft. Oceanfront Bungalow Premier Suite offers sweeping ocean views, vaulted ceilings, a separate living area, dining table, and wet bar.
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8. Hotel Wailea
The Telegraph reports, “Swanky and spacious, from the giant gazebo-like lobby to the 15-acre garden grounds with herb garden, apiary and banana, mango, papaya and starfruit trees, Hotel Wailea is a Maui microcosm. Modern luxury and nature interplay throughout: there’s a giant waterfall at the entrance and the main hotel buildings are constructed with stone and teak. Tropical flowers are placed on lobby stones daily. A fire pit roars during daily social hours, where guests clink glasses of craft cocktails by the pool. Thanks to its huge grounds and many hiding places, the low occupancy property can be packed full, but still feel empty.”
Celebration Ocean Suite
The 720-sq.ft. Celebration Ocean Suite is a top floor designer suite with the very best views in the resort.
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