Wailea Hotels, Ordered Along the Beach Path

The best way to compare Wailea hotels is by beach, not just by resort name. Along the beach path, the main resort stretch runs from Mokapu Beach past Ulua and Wailea beaches toward Polo Beach, with several large resorts and a few villa properties in between.

Quick answer: For a confirmed named beach, Andaz Maui fronts Mokapu Beach, Wailea Beach Resort sits between Ulua and Wailea beaches, Grand Wailea is on Wailea Beach, and Fairmont Kea Lani is oceanfront near Polo Beach. Four Seasons is part of the Wailea beachfront resort stretch, but the cited listing does not identify its exact beach. Hotel Wailea, Residence Inn, AC Hotel, and Ho'olei are not direct beach-front choices.

Below, “north to south” is a practical orientation for choosing a beach base, not a survey of property boundaries. The sources do not publish a complete beach-path map or exact resort-by-resort path order, and the beach a hotel is near is not always the beach it directly fronts. For a broader island comparison, see our Maui resorts guide and Wailea Beach Path guide.

Which Wailea resorts are along the beach path?

Start at the north end and work south. This sequence focuses on hotels and resort residences associated with the Wailea beachfront. Some properties have direct sand access; others sit near the path or are set back from the coast.

1. Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort: Mokapu Beach

Andaz is the northern beachfront anchor in this comparison, with direct access to Mokapu Beach. Costco describes it as a beachfront resort on 15 acres, which makes it a strong fit if you want to step from the resort grounds onto a named beach rather than drive or walk from an inland hotel. The source does not provide a nightly rate, so treat it as a luxury-resort choice and price your dates directly.

Mokapu is the beach to keep in mind when comparing this property with hotels farther south. The beachfront detail is more useful than a general “near Wailea” label: it tells you which stretch of sand is closest to the resort. Before swimming or snorkeling, check the day’s ocean conditions and follow posted warnings. Costco Travel identifies Andaz’s direct access to Mokapu Beach and its 15-acre beachfront setting.

2. Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui: between Ulua and Wailea beaches

This is the clearest two-beach location in the group. Marriott says the resort sits between Ulua Beach to the north and Wailea Beach to the south, across 22 oceanfront acres. If you want a resort with more than one nearby beach option, this is the most explicit listing in the sources.

The hotel’s appeal is not just location. Marriott lists six pools, including the NALU Adventure Pool and the adults-only Maluhia infinity pool, plus a resort waterslide. The pool entries and slide are listed as complimentary for guests, while cabanas are separately priced. Confirm access, current pool hours, cabana pricing, and parking charges on the resort’s own site before you book. The official page lists self-parking at $47 per day and valet at $61 per day, with no currency code shown on the page.

For a dated price reference, Marriott’s page lists a rate of $587 for a Friday-to-Saturday stay, with a $59 nightly fee included in the displayed rate. The page does not identify the fee type or the year for those dates, so this is not a current quote. Ask the hotel to confirm the complete total for your dates. Marriott’s official resort page gives the beach locations, pools, parking, and rate details.

3. Grand Wailea: Wailea Beach

Grand Wailea is on Wailea Beach, and it is one of the area’s largest full-service resort choices. KAYAK describes the property as being on 40 acres of gardens and lists nine pools, a large spa, tennis courts, and restaurants. Costco describes the Wailea Canyon Activity Pool as a 25,700-square-foot complex made up of nine pools on six levels. That scale makes Grand Wailea an obvious family pick, but it is also a high-end resort rather than a low-cost way to stay by the beach.

Rates move with dates and booking conditions. Hilton’s Wailea listing has shown a starting rate for Grand Wailea, but its displayed prices are based on availability over the next 30 days and change; the page does not show a specific price date. Use it as a live starting point, not a planning budget. Hilton’s Wailea hotel listings show Grand Wailea’s current booking link and amenities, while KAYAK’s Wailea hotel comparison describes the beach setting and resort facilities.

4. Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea: Wailea beachfront area

Four Seasons is another top-tier resort in the Wailea beachfront cluster. The supplied Costco listing gives it a five-star rating and a member rating, but does not name the beach it fronts. So if the precise beach matters to your choice, confirm the frontage with the resort rather than assuming the beach name from a general Wailea address.

In practical terms, compare Four Seasons with Grand Wailea and Wailea Beach Resort for a full-service stay in the central beachfront area. This is the part of Wailea to shortlist if you prioritize a major resort setting over a kitchen or lower room rate. For a closer look at luxury options across the island, see our Maui luxury resorts comparison. Costco Travel’s Wailea property listings includes Four Seasons among the area’s resort options, but doesn’t specify its beach frontage.

5. Wailea Beach Villas: beachfront villas

Wailea Beach Villas is a beachfront villa property rather than a standard hotel room option. KAYAK describes villas with garden or ocean views, pools including an adults-only lagoon pool, and a fitness center. That setup may suit families or groups who want more residential space, though the source does not give a specific beach name or a current price.

Do not assume a villa listing means a lower total bill. Compare the complete stay cost and the amenities that matter to your group, including the room layout and pool access. The available listings do not supply a current fee schedule for this property, so confirm any added charges directly before reserving. KAYAK’s Wailea listings describes the villa property and its pools.

6. Fairmont Kea Lani: oceanfront near Polo Beach

Fairmont Kea Lani is the southern resort choice in this group, an all-suite and villa oceanfront property on 22 acres. The source says it is close to Polo Beach Park, but does not state that every room or resort area directly fronts the beach. If you want to be near the south end of the Wailea path and prefer suite-style accommodation, this belongs on your shortlist.

It is a high-end stay. KAYAK’s November 5, 2026 snapshot listed Fairmont at $1,282+ for November 7 to 8; the listing does not state the year for those stay dates. That is a dated search result, not a guaranteed rate. The listing also notes a kids’ club, a shallow children’s pool, several pools, and a waterslide. Check current family-program details and the actual total with the resort. Costco Travel describes Fairmont’s oceanfront setting and suite-and-villa format; KAYAK provides its dated rate example and family amenity summary.

Other beachfront and near-beach stays

Wailea Ekahi Village overlooks Keawakapu Beach, according to Costco, and is a condo-style option rather than a conventional full-service resort. Polo Beach Club is described by KAYAK as being on Keawakapu Beach, with kitchenette rooms and an outdoor pool. These properties can make sense if you value a residential setup, but check the exact unit, beach access, and total booking terms. Their source listings do not establish a current price or a complete set of fees.

Ho'olei at Grand Wailea is a gated villa community across from Grand Wailea, not a beach-front hotel. It may suit a family or group that wants a villa format and plans to use Grand Wailea’s facilities, but confirm which amenities are included with your reservation instead of assuming access. Hilton’s Wailea listings show it as a separate property with free parking listed; that does not establish every booking’s access terms. Hilton’s resort listings identifies Ho'olei separately from Grand Wailea.

What do Wailea resorts cost, and how do the tiers compare?

Wailea’s beachfront resorts mostly sit in the luxury bracket. Villa-style lodging can cost more than a standard room, while the hotels set back from the sand can sometimes be a less expensive way to stay in the area. Rates depend on the dates and room type, so think of the tiers below as a shortlist filter, not a quote.

KAYAK’s November 5, 2026 results show how widely the advertised rates can differ: Wailea Beach Resort was listed at $785+, Fairmont Kea Lani at $1,282+, and Hotel Wailea at $1,172+ for November 7 to 8. The year for the stay dates is not stated, and these are results for a particular search, not fixed prices. In a separate Marriott listing, Wailea Beach Resort was $587 for a Friday-to-Saturday stay, with a $59 nightly fee included; the date year is not given there either. Treat both as examples of why you should price your dates directly, not as directly comparable offers.

For the broader area, KAYAK reports that Wailea averages shift by season and by day of week, and recommends booking in advance. Those averages are platform-wide, not a promise for a particular hotel or room. Hilton’s own results also change with availability and date selection. Check the hotel’s own booking page for the current total, cancellation terms, and included fees before paying.

Which Wailea hotel should you choose?

Choose Andaz if direct access to Mokapu Beach is the deciding factor. The source explicitly confirms that beach connection, unlike several general area listings. It is not the option to pick if you are mainly trying to minimize your lodging bill.

Choose Wailea Beach Resort if you want named access to both Ulua and Wailea beaches, plus a substantial pool offering. The official page documents six pools, a waterslide, and adults-only pool areas. It is not a bargain base, and the listed parking charges can materially affect the trip total.

Choose Grand Wailea if the pool complex is central to your stay and you want to be on Wailea Beach. The nine-pool layout is a major distinction. It is a poor match if you want a small, quiet property or a low room rate.

Choose Fairmont Kea Lani if suite or villa accommodation and family facilities matter more than being beside the central beaches. It is oceanfront and close to Polo Beach Park, but verify the exact beach access and room location for your booking.

Choose Hotel Wailea for an adults-only stay away from the sand itself. This is a 72-suite property set on 15 acres, about 300 feet above the sea, with two floors and no elevators. Its restaurants have different reservation requirements, and its parking is fee-based without a fee amount listed in the source. Costco Travel’s Hotel Wailea profile gives the property details and dining notes. It is not beachfront, despite the Wailea name.

Choose Residence Inn or AC Hotel if your priority is a Wailea address with a less resort-heavy setup. Marriott describes Residence Inn as an extended-stay hotel with free breakfast and a shuttle; AC Hotel is described as walking distance to the beach, shops, and dining, with an infinity pool. Neither listing says the hotel sits on the sand. If a kitchen is important, compare these with condo stays and our Maui hotels with kitchens guide.

What should you know about the beach path?

The beach path is useful for connecting the resort area on foot and comparing nearby stretches of coast, but the sources here do not give a verified path length, access-point list, parking rules, or a complete property order. Check the current Wailea Beach Path details and each resort’s own location page for access information before planning a walk from one hotel to another.

Beachfront does not mean calm water on every day. Check ocean conditions at the beach before entering, and pay attention to warning signs, shorebreak, and currents. Do not assume that a beach is suitable for swimming because it is beside a luxury hotel. Conditions can change, so make the decision on the day.

Look at what “beach access” means for your specific room. A resort can be oceanfront while a particular room is inland, and a hotel can be close to a beach without being directly on it. Ask the property to confirm the nearest access route and whether the room category you are booking has an ocean view, garden view, or neither.

If beach time is the priority, the distinction between an oceanfront resort and an inland hotel matters more than a short distance on a booking map. If you plan to explore beyond Wailea, compare South Maui with Kaanapali in our Kaanapali versus Wailea comparison, and check the island’s beach-by-beach notes in our Maui beaches guide.

Which hotels in Wailea are close by but not on the beach?

Not every hotel marketed under Wailea is a beach resort. Hotel Wailea is set above the sea, while Ho'olei is across from Grand Wailea. Residence Inn and AC Hotel are near the shops and beaches in Marriott’s description, not described as beachfront. These can be sensible picks if you care more about a different room setup or a lower advertised rate than immediate sand access.

Marriott’s hotel search lists Residence Inn at $435 per night and AC Hotel at $452 per night, with the AC rate including a $25 nightly destination fee. Those results are identified as the lowest regular rates for December 11 to 12, but the year is not stated. The same listing shows Wailea Beach Resort at $587, with a $59 nightly fee included in the displayed rate. These figures come from a dated page whose stay year is missing; confirm current rates and the fee description directly with the hotel. Marriott’s Wailea hotel search provides those listed comparisons.

For still lower-cost accommodation, look beyond Wailea proper to Kihei rather than expecting a cheap beachfront resort in Wailea. Rates change, and a cheaper nightly price is not automatically cheaper once transport, parking, and added charges are included. Our Kihei versus Wailea guide compares the neighboring areas, while cheap Maui hotel options covers lower-priced bases around the island.

How we researched this

We compared hotel and resort information from official Hilton and Marriott pages with the property details and comparisons available from Costco Travel and KAYAK. Where those listings did not name a beach, state a fee, or confirm a property’s exact position along the path, we say so rather than fill in the gap. Our editors did not receive payment from any business mentioned here.

Before you book

Pick the beach first, then match the hotel to your budget and the kind of stay you want. For clearly named frontage, compare Andaz at Mokapu Beach, Wailea Beach Resort between Ulua and Wailea beaches, Grand Wailea on Wailea Beach, and Fairmont near Polo Beach. For Four Seasons, Wailea Beach Villas, or any room where the exact shoreline matters, confirm the beach and access route with the property.

Finally, compare the full stay total, not just the nightly rate. Recheck parking, resort or destination fees, pool access, cancellation terms, and any current beach or ocean advisories with the hotel before you book.