Hotel Wailea, Hawaii

Condé Nast TravelerJul 9

The Best Hotels on Maui for Hawaiian Hospitality and Beachfront Access

From luxury cottages to adults-only retreats, here's where to rest your head on this picturesque island.

Boutique adults-only retreat on 15 acres.

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Maui Coast HotelHotelFriendly atmosphere with resort amenities.
Ho'oilo HouseHotelAdults-only B&B with breezy island energy.
The Inn at Mama's Fish HouseHotelRooms and suites next to Mama's Fish House.
Ho'olei at Grand WaileaHotelTwo-story villas with expansive Pacific views.
Hotel WaileaHotelBoutique adults-only retreat on 15 acres.
Road to HanaTrailFamed scenic drive on Maui's North Shore.
Kihei CaffeRestaurantOn-site eatery serving classic Hawaii comfort foods.
Miso PhatRestaurantOn-site eatery satisfying sushi cravings.
Launiupoko Beach ParkSightLauniupoko Beach Park Mile 18, Kai Heleku at Honoapiilani Highway Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761 This facility has not yet…
Sale Pepe Pizzeria e CucinaRestaurantBeloved Lahaina eatery, 10 minutes from Ho'oilo House.
Ho’okipa Beach ParkSightBeach next to Mama's Fish House.
Mama’s Fish HouseHotelLegendary restaurant famous for fresh fish.
HaleakalaSightSacred mountain, must-visit for hiking, biking, stargazing.
Grand WaileaHotelLuxury beach resort with amenities for Ho'olei guests.
Makena BeachSightNearby attraction to Hotel Wailea.
The BirdcageRestaurantOpen-air restaurant for sunset and sushi.
Charley Young BeachSight
Kamaole Beach Park IPark
Maui Chocolate TourPlace
Ka’anapali BeachSight
Whaler’s VillageSight
Wailea BeachSight
Shops at WaileaSight
Wailea Golf ClubSight

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10 Best Hotels in Hawaii 2025: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Hawaii.

luxury adults-only retreat with 180-degree views

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Hotel WaileaHotelluxury adults-only retreat with 180-degree views
SCP Hilo HotelHotelminimalist design at the edge of Reeds Bay
HalekulaniHoteloceanfront location, sophisticated spa, resort feel
Wayfinder WaikikiHotelset off the beaten path on Ala Wai canal
Hyatt Place Waikiki BeachHotelfan favorite near cultural sites
The Twin FinHotelocean front rooms, people watching central
The Kahala Hotel & ResortHotelfeels like a private island near Waikiki
La MerRestaurantupscale French dining
NobuRestaurantoutpost just across the road
B-sideRestaurantsensory coffee shop
Lost + FoundRestauranttropical speakeasy and pool bar
RedfishRestaurantinnovative, made-to-order poke creations
Hyatt PlaceHotelFind yourself surrounded by island charm when you book a stay at Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach, our beach hotel in…
Bishop MuseumMuseumcultural site near Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
Iolani PalaceMuseumhistoric site near Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
Birdcage BarRestaurantopen-air lobby bar
The Restaurant at Hotel WaileaRestaurantmeal under the stars
Prince WaikikiHotelideal for business travelers, harbor infinity pool
PlumeriaParklarge breakfast buffet
Hoku’sRestaurantAsian-inspired specialties cooked in show kitchen
The Laylow, Autograph CollectionHotelurban oasis with modernist design
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki BeachHotelsophistication with residential studios and suites
Dean & DeLucaCaféwine bar and market
Sushi ShoRestaurantsixteen-seat omakase-style sushi
Le VieRestaurantformal French dining
QuioraRestaurantItalian dining
Diamond Head suitesHotel
VerandaRestaurant
OrchidsRestaurant
Luxury RowNeighborhood
Reeds BaySight
Diamond HeadSight
Ala Wai canalSight
Waikiki BeachSight

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