3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Kihei, Hawaii, 96753, United States
Contact: +1 (888) 605-1350
Activities
vibe & play
Splash. Play. Celebrate.
Discover a world of authentic Kihei adventure and laid-back luxury, set beside the famous Kihei Beach—known for its crystal-clear waters and sea turtle snorkeling. Enjoy everything from live music and themed nights to poolside games, dance lessons, and nightly shows in an elegant setting. Spend your days kayaking, yoga sessions, or exploring nearby cenotes, then unwind with romantic evening entertainment designed for couples seeking both excitement and relaxation.
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Beach Yoga
Start the morning with a beginner-friendly yoga session on Wailea Beach or the Chapel Lawn. Registration is required, and participation is included for resort guests through the daily resort charge.
ADDITIONAL FEE
Wailea Golf
Play the nearby Wailea Golf Club, where Gold, Emerald and Blue courses sit adjacent to the resort area and welcome a range of skill levels.
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Big Beach Day
Drive south to Makena State Park for a day on Big Beach, one of Maui’s largest undeveloped white-sand beaches, about 15 minutes from Wailea.
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Beginner SCUBA Clinics
Try an introductory SCUBA clinic in the resort’s practice pool. Admission to twice-daily beginner clinics is covered by the daily resort charge.
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Wailea Paddleboarding
Try stand-up paddleboarding on Wailea Beach’s calm coastal water, a South Maui favorite especially suited to beginners on settled ocean days.
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Molokini Snorkeling
Cruise by boat to Molokini Crater, a crescent-shaped volcanic islet known for clear water and visibility that can exceed 150 feet.
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Turtle Town Snorkeling
Join a South Maui snorkel outing to Turtle Town, often paired with Molokini tours and known for opportunities to see sea turtles along the coast.
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Wailea Whale Watching
Head out on the water during humpback season, roughly November through April or May, when whales migrate through nearby channel waters off South Maui.
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Shoreline Whale Spotting
Watch for winter humpback activity from the Wailea shoreline, with peak sightings often around mid-January through early March.
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Haleakalā Sunrise
Rise early for sunrise at Haleakalā’s summit area, where entry between 3:00 and 7:00 a.m. requires an advance National Park Service reservation.
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Nightly Live Music
Listen to local artists performing live in the open-air lobby lounge atmosphere, with music scheduled nightly from 6PM to 9PM.
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Kilolani Spa Ritual
Book a signature Kilolani Spa experience, from Hawaiian lomilomi and pōhaku hot-stone massage rituals to relaxation treatments inspired by Hawaiian stargazing traditions.
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Hydrotherapy Gardens
Reserve spa access for the Hydrotherapy Gardens, available to guests 18 and older with a pre-booked spa service or a dedicated two-hour pass.
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Wailea Beach Snorkeling
Slip into the water right off Wailea Beach for easy beginner snorkeling when conditions are calm, with chances to explore close to shore.
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ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT FAQs
What kinds of activities does Grand Wailea Maui offer for families?
Grand Wailea Maui is widely regarded as one of Maui’s best family resorts, built around a nine-pool activity complex spread across six levels with waterslides, a lazy river, and even a water elevator. Families staying at Grand Wailea Maui also have access to beach chairs at Wailea Beach, beach cruiser bikes, and games, making it easy to fill a day without leaving the property.
Does Grand Wailea Maui have an adults-only pool?
Yes. Alongside its family-friendly Wailea Canyon Activity Pool, Grand Wailea Maui features the adults-only Hibiscus (Serenity) Pool, a quieter option for guests seeking a more relaxed poolside atmosphere. This means Grand Wailea Maui is able to serve both families and adults traveling without children under one roof.
What is included in the pool complex at Grand Wailea Maui?
The Wailea Canyon Activity Pool at Grand Wailea Maui spans roughly 25,700 square feet across nine pools on six levels, complete with waterslides, a lazy river, white-water rapids, and the only water elevator of its kind in the state. The complex also includes a rope swing, water volleyball, and a scuba practice pool, all reserved exclusively for registered hotel guests.
Is snorkeling available near Grand Wailea Maui?
Guests of Grand Wailea Maui can step directly onto Wailea Beach, where calm, turquoise water is ideal for beginner snorkeling right in front of the resort. For more adventurous outings, boat tours depart from nearby Ma’alaea Harbor to Molokini Crater, a volcanic islet known for visibility exceeding 150 feet, often paired with a stop at Turtle Town to see sea turtles.
Can guests go whale watching from Grand Wailea Maui?
Yes. Between November and May, humpback whales migrate through the channel waters off Wailea, and sightings are possible directly from the shoreline in front of Grand Wailea Maui as well as from boats departing the area. Winter is the peak season for spotting breaching whales from the resort’s beachfront.
Does Grand Wailea Maui offer access to golf courses?
Grand Wailea Maui sits adjacent to the Wailea Golf Club, which offers three courses — Gold, Emerald, and Blue — suited to a range of skill levels, making golf an easy addition to a stay at Grand Wailea Maui.
Are fitness classes offered at Grand Wailea Maui?
Guests at Grand Wailea Maui can join reservation-based fitness classes including Beach Yoga, Pilates, Corefit, Sculpt, and Run Club. The resort also features a state-of-the-art fitness center with Peloton bikes and Technogym equipment, plus complimentary daily beginner yoga sessions on Wailea Beach or the Chapel Lawn.
Does Grand Wailea Maui offer bicycle rentals?
Yes, bicycle rentals are available on-site at Grand Wailea Maui, including beach cruisers that guests can use to explore the surrounding Wailea resort area at their own pace.
Can guests walk to nearby beaches and shops from Grand Wailea Maui?
Grand Wailea Maui sits right along the start of the 1.5-mile Wailea Coastal Walkway, a paved beachfront path connecting multiple beaches along South Maui’s coastline. The Shops at Wailea are also just a short walk away, giving guests of Grand Wailea Maui easy access to shopping and dining beyond the resort.
Does Grand Wailea Maui offer pool or beach access to non-hotel guests?
No. Pools and pool decks at Grand Wailea Maui are reserved exclusively for registered hotel guests, and the resort does not currently offer pool or day passes to non-resort guests. All guests must be registered at check-in, as additions cannot be made afterward.