Located in the south of Maui, Wailea and the smaller resort of Makena offers great golfing, gentle sloping beaches, upmarket hotels and plenty of water sports. The shopping is world class, with great restaurants and a good night life too.
Wailea
Wailea is a luxurious resort with five crescent shaped beaches, several championship golf courses, designer shops, award-winning restaurants and five star hotels. Kahului Airport is around 35 minutes away.
A luxurious ocean front resort which offers spacious villas and suites within attractive tropical gardens. An excellent range of services and amenities are provided on site for guests of all ages....
A deluxe club resort ideally located on the ocean front. The complex provides a superb range of services and recreational activities, ideal for business travellers and holiday makers alike....
The Makena Beach is set just south of Wailea and offers a beautiful stretch of sandy beach which is perfect for swimming. There are two beaches - the Big Beach which is the main part and the Little Beach which is just over a hill at the end of the Big Beach.
Things to See and Do
Ahihi-Kina'u Natural Area Reserve is an offshore reserve which offers great snorkelling opportunities where sea turtles can often be seen. Alternatively the popular La Perouse Bay which is where the lava from Maui's last eruption flowed into the sea. Although this bay isnt recommended for swimming there are some stunning walking trails including the Hoapili Trail.
Wailea is home to many golf courses and is ideal for golf lovers!