 Location
This resort is located on Maui's beautiful sandy Wailea Beach, voted one of the best beaches in America. The centre of Kihei is only a 10-minute walk away and it is 30 minutes' walk to Kahului.
Facilities
Renovated in 2008, this family-friendly beach resort is set in 16 meticulously landscaped hectares and comprises a total of 780 rooms. In addition to its beautiful location, it also offers guests an array of Hawaiian activities. Guests can indulge in Spa Grande, and spend a day at the pools, or make plans for golf, tennis, snorkelling or visiting Maui's many beautiful sights. There 4 bars and lounges with live music and entertainment on site. Further facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, lift access, a cafe, a hairdressing salon, 8 restaurants and Internet access. Guests may also take advantage of the room and laundry services and there is parking for those arriving by car. The younger guests will enjoy the kids' club and the children's playground.
Rooms
Each guest room provides abundant space for rest and relaxation. With an average size of 60 m², the luxuriously appointed accommodation contains either a king-size bed or two queen-size beds, with feather duvets and pillows. Each room features a private lanai (balcony), an Italian marble bathroom with an oversized bathtub and separate glass-enclosed shower, as well as a sitting area and a writing desk. In-room amenities include centrally regulated air conditioning, cable TV, in-room movies, high-speed Internet access, a fully stocked refreshments centre, bathrobes and twice daily housekeeping services. Furthermore, a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, a radio, tea and coffee making facilities, an ironing set and a safe are provided in all accommodation as standard.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can enjoy the 7 outdoor pools that have been voted among the Top 10 swimming pools in the world. There is a children's swimming section, a poolside snackbar and sun loungers. Guests can also play golf or tennis (charges apply to both) or enjoy a day at the beach where they can go snorkelling with sea turtles. The 4,650 m², award-winning Spa Grande offers unique spa treatments and exceptional service for guests as well as a spa pool, steam bath and sauna. Full gym facilities are also available on the property. It is also possible to join an aqua aerobics session, or go diving, sailing or catamaran sailing (all for an additional fee). Guests can also play squash, basketball, handball (charges apply to all) or volleyball. The hotel puts on a special programme of activities for children (charges apply).
Meals
Eight restaurants offer a variety of dining choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner from casual to formal dining.
Payment
American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA are accepted at this hotel.
Misc.
There is a free shuttle service on offer for journeys throughout the Wailea area for golf, tennis, shops and luaus. The resort fee of approximately USD 25.00 plus tax (per room, per night) is not included in the room rate and is payable directly at the hotel.
How to get there
Directions from Kahului Airport: guests should take Keolani Place (Highway (Hwy) 380) straight onto Dairy Road (Hyw 350), then turn left onto Puunene Avenue (Hwy 311) and turn right as Puunene changes into Mokulele Hwy (Hwy 311). Continue down Mokulele Hwy approximately 9.5 km and then turn left onto Piilani Hwy (31) south. HWY 31 turns into Wailea Ike Drive. At the end of Wailea Ike Drive, turn left onto Wailea Alanui Drive and then right into the entrance to the resort.
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