Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
3850 Wailea Alanui Dr, Wailea, HI 96753, Wailea, United States
5-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
Grand Wailea is a 5-star Waldorf Astoria resort set on 40 acres of tropical gardens bordering Wailea Beach in Wailea, Maui. It has a public rating of 4.4 from 5,530 reviews.
Rooms & Villas
Guest rooms feature flat-screen TVs, minifridges, coffeemakers, and private terraces or balconies. Club rooms add continental breakfast and access to private lounges; select suites have separate living rooms and whirlpool tubs, and villa rentals are also available.
Dining & Services
The resort has multiple restaurants, a spa with 40 treatment rooms, and a fitness center. Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
Pools & Recreation
On-site recreation includes nine pools and a 2,000-foot river with waterslides, as well as a kids’ club. The resort is next to Wailea Blue Golf Course.
Location
The resort borders Wailea Beach; nearby listed beaches include Ulua Beach (724 m), Mōkapu Beach (994 m), Polo Beach (1,129 m), and Keawakapu Beach (2,249 m). Other nearby points of interest include Te Au Moana (328 m), while Mākena State Park is listed 5,781 m away and Ahihi Kinau Natural Area Reserve is about 6 miles away.
Best for
The resort is particularly suited to beach and pool-focused stays, with Wailea Beach along its grounds, nine pools, and a waterslide river. Families may appreciate the kids’ club and villa rentals, while guests seeking more room can look to select suites with separate living areas.
Travel tips
Wi-Fi is available for a fee, so check the current charge if you expect to rely on it. Club rooms include continental breakfast and access to private lounges; compare that option with the resort’s multiple restaurants when choosing a room category. Wailea Beach borders the property, and several other beaches are listed within roughly 1–2.3 km.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the staff and service, including attentive help from front desk, concierge, poolside, housekeeping, and lounge teams. Reviews also celebrate the tropical grounds, pools, beach setting, room cleanliness, and food and drinks; family guests describe the villas as spacious and comfortable. Criticism includes a report of moldy gluten-free bread and an undercooked waffle at breakfast, as well as a safety concern about missing bannisters on some outdoor walkways. One guest also remarked on prices, without identifying a specific charge.
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