Grand Wailea Resort
Named in the Top Ten Resort and Spas in North America by Conde Nast Travelers Reader's Choice, 2001 and the Top Ten Hotel Spas in the United States by Travel and Leisure in 2002.
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Hotel Coverage: Grand Wailea Resort
5 Wedding Elopement Packages For Low-Key Couples
The amazing view from The Buccaneer is just short of competing with a brides beauty May usually kicks off "wedding season" and from our experience, betrothed couples usually fall into two camps--the calm and collected or the completely overwhelmed. We believe these 5 Elopement Packages are perfect for the...
April 19, 2013
Hawaii's Weekend Tsunami-Warning Was Close Call for Hotels
The scene at the Grand Wailea Maui during the 2011 tsunami While the country has been preoccupied with Hurricane Sandy, barely a peep has made about the fact that Saturday evening, just after sunset, a tidal wave alarm siren pierced air in Maui's resort area of Wailea. The Governor...
October 29, 2012
The Points Guy Shows Us How To Use Hilton HHonors' 1 Million Prize!
HotelChatter Contributor Eric Rosen is the managing editor of The Points Guy, where he talks about the world of airline miles and hotel points every day. We thought we’d have him take a look at Hilton HHonors’ latest giveaway and talk about what you could do if you won...
September 11, 2012
Are Maui Hotels' 'Free' Amenities a Real Value?
A Hawaiian vacation is notoriously expensive, especially at the tony resort town of Wailea in Maui. So when we heard about all the free amenities at the five-star Four Seasons Maui, we were impressed, but skeptical. Had they just built the cost of all their freebies into the hotel...
August 21, 2012
Somewhere Between Japan and California, You'll Find Amasia
Japanese-born chef Alan Wong has spent years building a legacy as one of the most talented and innovative chefs in Hawaii. His Oahu restaurant, Alan Wong's, was ranked twice by Gourmet magazine as one of the top ten best restaurants in America. Now, the master will be turning his attention...
November 09, 2011
Get a 20-Handed 'Hula Wave' at the Grand Wailea
We thought the unsettling news about NASA's rogue satellite might be cause for a quick spa getaway to Maui—you know, to ease your mind. After all, if you're going to be pummeled by a 6.5 ton defunct spacecraft, you might as well be enjoying your last few moments in style....
September 23, 2011
This Hotel GM Shaved His Head for Charity, What Has Yours Done?
While some people raise money with bikini car washes, like Octomom and some fame-hungry celebrity mistresses, Grand Wailea's Managing Director Matt Bailey really gave something of himself for charity—his hair. To inspire the Maui resort workers to donate money to the annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk, which aids Hawaii...
June 07, 2011
Hawaii Hotels Evacuate for Tsunami But All Seems Ok So Far
UPDATE: Scroll down for more updates from Hawaii hotelsAfter last night's devastating earthquake in Japan was followed by a terrifying tsunami, hotels in Hawaii were on full alert as the tsunami continued its path across the Pacific Ocean. Several hotels began implementing "vertical evacuation", urging guests to move to higher...
March 11, 2011
Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Edition Models Shacked Up at Maui's Grand Wailea
The Grand Wailea Resort in Maui is having quite the turbulent February. First, it filed bankruptcy and was bought by new owners, despite its almost $2 billion in debts, and then it was featured in the movie Just Go With It. There's even a contest open now to win...
February 15, 2011
10 Hotel Deals To Book For The Holidays
A look at The Fairmont San Francisco's holiday decorations Holiday hotel and travel deals are being fired at us fast and furious, at a rate almost impossible to keep up with. Who can keep track of which suites and seasonal packages are best when there is shopping to be...
December 14, 2009
Start Your Vacation By Waiting in a Line at the Grand Wailea Resort
Last month, we told you that the Grand Wailea Resort and Spa in Wailea, Maui might have the coolest pool amenities (little grottos, a kiddie pool with a beach, waterslides galore) but that the place was too crowded with children for anyone to truly enjoy. Well, we thought you might...
August 21, 2009
Is the Grand Wailea Resort Like Las Vegas, But for Kids?
Upon hearing that Grand Wailea Resort just threw down $50M for upgrades and renovations, we wanted to give the property a quick before and after look-see while recently in Maui – especially since we were shacked up right next door at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea.We should have...
July 06, 2009
As Hawaii Tourism Drops, Hotels Are Offering "Buy Two Nights, Get One Free" and Other Deals
[Alex Salkever is founder and editor of Hawaii travel blog, Hawaiirama.] Those following the travel industry today are well aware of the travails of the Aloha State. It's both blessed and cursed. They are the loveliest islands on Earth in many ways, but also the most remote. That means you...
August 05, 2008
Flowers and Clams: The Latest Funky Hotel Spa Treatments
Outrageous spa treatments are all the rage these days at luxury hotels. We rounded up a few quirky spa treatments not too long ago and now the Glam.com has added to the list with their The Six Most Indulgent New Spa Treatments available at schwanky hotels nationwide -- and they...
June 18, 2008
Waldorf-Astoria Collection Keeps Growing; Snaps Up Hilton Cavalieri in Rome
Spalding and Muffy--The Waldorf-Astoria's target clientele.The Waldorf-Astoria Collection is rapidly collecting hotels across the world to put in their exclusive collection. Most recently, they announced plans for the Waldorf-Astoria Sarasota and the Dakota Mountain Lodge in Utah, both which will be built from the ground up. But WA is still...
March 27, 2008
Hotels Struggle with Pool Chair Hogs
A while back we linked to a story on the shortage of pool chairs at major resorts. A new story highlights what hotels are doing to combat "chair hogs." Last Friday the Wall Street Journal ran a lengthy feature on the battle between resorts and their guests when it...
February 28, 2007
Wailea is Where to Spend Your Cash on Maui
For the celeb-obsessed (you know the kind: first to answer any question about why Nicole and Paris don't talk anymore, knows what new hair color Britney is sporting before any pics of it come out, owns Team Angelina shirts and has the real scoop on why Jess and Nick broke...
July 19, 2006
Waldorf Astoria Turns into a Chain
Hilton Hotels have announced that they are adding the "Waldorf Astoria Collection" to three existing resorts on February 1 and plan on creating more resorts using the existing Waldorf Astoria's name and style in the future. The three hotels to rebranded with the collection are the Grand Wailea Resort Hotelon...
January 18, 2006
Ten Hotel Spas: Grand Wailea and the Spa Chick Mystery
Right next door to the Four Seasons Maui is the Grand Wailea Resort Hotel Spa, which is literally just steps away. Also popular with celebrities, the 50,000 square foot (huge!) Spa Grande has five hydrotherapy baths where you can soak, depending on your mood and how relaxed you want...
July 05, 2005
Partner Reviews: Grand Wailea Resort
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Stay somewhere else -
Don't forget to try the water elevator... -
It is perhaps the most beautiful resort I have seen in my life. -
Swim around the pool and find the underwater Grotto bar. -
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Make sure to try all the pools. Adults, swim up to the bar in the pool & have a drink. The spa is incredibly relaxing. All the whirlpools are amazing in the spa. -
Big pimping lifestyle -
Even more beautiful if we all pick up a few pieces of trash. Find 5 pieces! -
The SpaGrande is the best ever! Highly recommend. -
The best hotel pool I have ever seen! -
The lotion at the spa is the best! Awesome resort. -
If you want local shopping, head to the Swap Meet every Saturday...great gift buying, shop with the locals and save money, it's the best gift, buying on the island! -
Go to the Spa Grande and soak in the five salt baths. -
Try the White Prawn And Scallop Longhi - Absolutely fantastic! Longhi's signature dish since 1976! (via @Foodspotting) -
Humu's is not to be missed. Scallops, ahi tuna, snapper, mahi-mahi is awesome. -
If you're not staying at the resort you can still rent an umbrella & loungers for $30. Just find the beach attendant & they'll get you set up. -
Dinner at Humu...macadamia nut encrusted mahi-mahi...TO DIE FOR! -
the kids in our group really liked the Sand Castle kits the hotel provides! -
heading to the pool? pick up pina colada smoothies at jamba juice in big travel mugs in kihei and bring them to the pool. -
Find the hidden hot tub! -
Order a mai tai in the middle bar. They ain't messin' around! -
Humuhumu for expensive dinner, or save some money and head down to Kihei to Sansei for great sushi at a great price. -
Check out the Volcano bar! -
Worst concierge hotel EVER!!! this hotel is BAD BAD BAD -
This place rocks, best resort on Maui -
The Luau at this resort is far from authentic... its a cross between South Pacific & Cirque de Sole (so?). go to Old Grand instead. -
My favorite resort in Maui! -
Ask directions to humuhumunokanokaapuaa or you will wander forever -
Good food in and around this great hotel, and tools like UrbanSpoon can help you find other great local spots like Matteo's, Pizza Madness, Joe's, Kihei Caffe, PuPu and more.
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If you tire of expensive (but good) food and want something simple, head about 10 min north to the Maui Taco in the same strip mall as Safeway
This resort has gone so far downhill
This resort has gone so far downhill ever since new management took it over several years ago. The Front Desk staff were bored and fat out just didn't give a sh--. Their adult pool, oh forget about it! Screaming kids ahoy, and all seemed to have been dumped there by their parents, never to return again. Their one saving grace is their spa, which is the most spectacular in Maui. I know, I've been to each and every single one of them! Oh, I miss their limu bath already! Psyche! I can order it online, bwahahaha!!!!!!
Best Hotel in Maui...TRUST ME!
This is one of the most beautiful hotels in Maui. I've been to Maui many times and The Wailea has got to be the best one...The pool is great for families, but most of all the Luau is one of the best! Good food, unless you hate meat, pork, and onions. Otherwise it was a really nice place...The sunset is beautiful and the grounds are spectacular! This was a 10 out of 10 hotel!
Amazing Pools, Amazing Views
My family of 4 stayed at Grand Wailea for 10 days in early Feb 2007. Our kids are 3 1/2 yrs old and 7 wks old (not a typo!) Anyway, the hotel is amazing. The lobby is breathtaking with its open air design, fantastic artwork and timeless design. The grounds are gorgeous and the bronze statues blend in the natural setting with ease. The pools include a swim up bar, baby pool w/ a sand bottom, sauna 2 hot tubs, slides, volleyball play area and so much more. No complaints here except beach chairs in the shade by the baby pool go quickly. The rooms are HUGE for a hotel....the cheapest rooms are 640 sf. There is not a bad room in the resort. All of the restaurants are nice but expect typical HIGH resort prices. I certainly suggest packing in groceries or travelling off the resort for food. The only negative comment I would make is their maintenance schedule is lacking. If they continue to let things go at this rate, the resort (not incl the lobby) will need a major overhaul in a few years. The rooms show signs of the high humidity (peeling wallpaper, mildew, rust, and a slight musty smell) and the pool areas have many missing or chipped tiles.) This certainly does not have an impact on your stay, but at the room prices, they should step up their maintainence schedules.
fabulous spa
We stayed in Maui with friends, however I did eat here and spent a whole day at the spa to pamper myself. I always do this while on vacation during the time my husband is golfing. This was by far the most luxurious spa I have been to. I will be sure to return when we visit again!
AWESOME!!
I am 16 years old and i have been traveling around the US for the last couple of years with my dads company on vacations, i have been to place like Oahu, HI, The Big Island, HI, Florida, and New York. Every where we have gone we have stayed in very nice 5 star hotels. But when we went to the Grand Wailea it was the best place ever! I will never forget it there! It was beautiful! It is BY FAR the best place ever to go I would HIGHLY recomend it!
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