Guidebook for Wailea-Makena

Rebecca
Guidebook for Wailea-Makena

Food Scene (near my condo)

Here's a list of restaurants that are close to the condo (max 10 minute drive and many are within walking distance).
Hands down, one of the the best places to go while in Maui. Known worldwide for their Mai-tais, but the food is incredible. We walk here through via the Residence Inn parking lot. The service is second to none.
241 habitants recommandent
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman
10 Wailea Gateway Pl
241 habitants recommandent
Hands down, one of the the best places to go while in Maui. Known worldwide for their Mai-tais, but the food is incredible. We walk here through via the Residence Inn parking lot. The service is second to none.
THE best Italian food in Maui, and a literal 5 minute walk from my condo. Fantastic wine list!
40 habitants recommandent
Matteo's Osteria
161 Wailea Ike Pl
40 habitants recommandent
THE best Italian food in Maui, and a literal 5 minute walk from my condo. Fantastic wine list!
Guy Fieri endorsed and absolutely worth the wait.
99 habitants recommandent
Miso Phat Sushi
4310 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
99 habitants recommandent
Guy Fieri endorsed and absolutely worth the wait.
Located at the Fairmont resort, lovely for dinner, pretty views facing the ocean.
19 habitants recommandent
Nick's Fishmarket Maui
4100 Wailea Alanui Dr
19 habitants recommandent
Located at the Fairmont resort, lovely for dinner, pretty views facing the ocean.
Where the locals go to get the best pies. Every different type of pie! Come in for a small pie or stay for a slice of pie and a coffee.
30 habitants recommandent
Maui Pie
1280 S Kihei Rd
30 habitants recommandent
Where the locals go to get the best pies. Every different type of pie! Come in for a small pie or stay for a slice of pie and a coffee.
High end sushi and Japanese restaurant at the Andaz Resort.
25 habitants recommandent
Morimoto Maui
3550 Wailea Alanui Drive
25 habitants recommandent
High end sushi and Japanese restaurant at the Andaz Resort.
Ocean view restaurant and bar located at the Four Seasons in Wailea.
15 habitants recommandent
Ferraro's Bar e Ristorante
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr
15 habitants recommandent
Ocean view restaurant and bar located at the Four Seasons in Wailea.
Beautiful location with lovely views from the bar and restaurant, great wine list. Reservations highly recommended.
11 habitants recommandent
The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea
555 Kaukahi St
11 habitants recommandent
Beautiful location with lovely views from the bar and restaurant, great wine list. Reservations highly recommended.
191 habitants recommandent
Coconut's Fish Cafe
1279 S Kihei Rd
191 habitants recommandent
Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's second restaurant. Reservations recommended. Chef Simeon is often here and is gracious enough to pose for photos when he's not busy.
25 habitants recommandent
Lineage
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
25 habitants recommandent
Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's second restaurant. Reservations recommended. Chef Simeon is often here and is gracious enough to pose for photos when he's not busy.
Just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
Honolulu Coffee Wailea
Just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
The best ice cream, just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
8 habitants recommandent
Lappert's Hawaii
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
8 habitants recommandent
The best ice cream, just a short walk to the Shops at Wailea.
Located at the Marriott Resort - about a 15 minute walk from the condo. Grab a coffee then do the resort beach walk. (I don't know why there's a photo of sushi here - Starbucks doesn't sell sushi)
57 habitants recommandent
Starbucks
1819 S Kihei Rd
57 habitants recommandent
Located at the Marriott Resort - about a 15 minute walk from the condo. Grab a coffee then do the resort beach walk. (I don't know why there's a photo of sushi here - Starbucks doesn't sell sushi)
Tour the sustainable brewery and have a meal paired with your favorite beer.
146 habitants recommandent
Maui Brewing Company
605 Lipoa Pkwy
146 habitants recommandent
Tour the sustainable brewery and have a meal paired with your favorite beer.
Short drive or walk from the condo.
18 habitants recommandent
Ruth's Chris Steak House
900 Front Street
18 habitants recommandent
Short drive or walk from the condo.
Short drive or walk from the condo
32 habitants recommandent
Tommy Bahama Restaurant, Bar & Store
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
32 habitants recommandent
Short drive or walk from the condo
A great place for prepared sandwiches or hot meals or sushi to go, wine, daily staples (toiletries, drinks, cereal, spices) and a coffee shop.
32 habitants recommandent
Island Gourmet Markets at The Shops of Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
32 habitants recommandent
A great place for prepared sandwiches or hot meals or sushi to go, wine, daily staples (toiletries, drinks, cereal, spices) and a coffee shop.
At the shops at Wailea.
19 habitants recommandent
Longhi's Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
19 habitants recommandent
At the shops at Wailea.
Alongside the Wailea Golf Club's Blue Course.
42 habitants recommandent
Mulligans on the Blue
100 Kaukahi St
42 habitants recommandent
Alongside the Wailea Golf Club's Blue Course.
On the Wailea golf course, features great happy hours and live music (call or check out the website for details and reservations).
39 habitants recommandent
Gannon's
100 Wailea Golf Club Dr
39 habitants recommandent
On the Wailea golf course, features great happy hours and live music (call or check out the website for details and reservations).
151 habitants recommandent
Nalu's South Shore Grill
1280 S Kihei Rd
151 habitants recommandent
Great breakfast and lunch
185 habitants recommandent
Kihei Caffe
1945 S Kihei Rd
185 habitants recommandent
Great breakfast and lunch
Reservations recommended
8 habitants recommandent
Sushi Paradise
1215 S Kihei Rd
8 habitants recommandent
Reservations recommended
Fast casual dining, fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and juices.
27 habitants recommandent
Fork and Salad Maui
1279 S Kihei Rd
27 habitants recommandent
Fast casual dining, fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and juices.
Roy Yamamoto, Steven Tyler and Shep Gordon opened this gem around 2017-2018. Fantastic views and food. Located at the Marriott in Wailea.
17 habitants recommandent
Humble Market Kitchin
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr
17 habitants recommandent
Roy Yamamoto, Steven Tyler and Shep Gordon opened this gem around 2017-2018. Fantastic views and food. Located at the Marriott in Wailea.
Amazing local coffee shop with delicious breakfasts, just a short 5-8 minute walk from the condo.
16 habitants recommandent
Akamai Coffee @ Wailea Village
116 Wailea Ike Dr
16 habitants recommandent
Amazing local coffee shop with delicious breakfasts, just a short 5-8 minute walk from the condo.
Located at the Shops at Wailea, great local and American food with a huge beer, wine and cocktail selection. It's also a place where Ohio State Buckeyes fans gather during college football season.
27 habitants recommandent
The Pint & Cork
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
27 habitants recommandent
Located at the Shops at Wailea, great local and American food with a huge beer, wine and cocktail selection. It's also a place where Ohio State Buckeyes fans gather during college football season.
Pizza with a view of the golf course and ocean. Great for families.
20 habitants recommandent
Manoli's Pizza Company
100 Wailea Ike Dr
20 habitants recommandent
Pizza with a view of the golf course and ocean. Great for families.
We love this place (located at the Marriott, next to the regular pool). It has great ocean views, drinks and food.
6 habitants recommandent
Kapa Bar & Grill
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr
6 habitants recommandent
We love this place (located at the Marriott, next to the regular pool). It has great ocean views, drinks and food.
Located at the Four Seasons, this steakhouse is a must if you love fine dining. Make sure to book a reservation.
10 habitants recommandent
Duo Steak & Seafood
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr
10 habitants recommandent
Located at the Four Seasons, this steakhouse is a must if you love fine dining. Make sure to book a reservation.
I mean, it's Spago. Can't go wrong. Located at the Four Seasons.
24 habitants recommandent
Spago
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr
24 habitants recommandent
I mean, it's Spago. Can't go wrong. Located at the Four Seasons.
Great place to pick up an over the counter lunch, this market features all of the essentials, a great wine selections, gifts and espresso/gelato bar.
32 habitants recommandent
Island Gourmet Markets at The Shops of Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
32 habitants recommandent
Great place to pick up an over the counter lunch, this market features all of the essentials, a great wine selections, gifts and espresso/gelato bar.
A local favorite just a short drive or medium walk (15 mins) from the condo.
44 habitants recommandent
Pita Paradise
34 Wailea Ike Dr
44 habitants recommandent
A local favorite just a short drive or medium walk (15 mins) from the condo.
Mexican food! Close to the condo.
15 habitants recommandent
La Catrina Cantina Y Pizzeria
34 Wailea Gateway Pl
15 habitants recommandent
Mexican food! Close to the condo.
Recommended by guests who have stayed at my condo.
31 habitants recommandent
Nutcharee's Authentic Thai Food
1280 S Kihei Rd
31 habitants recommandent
Recommended by guests who have stayed at my condo.
Sushi & Japanese/French Fusion Restaurant now in Wailea!
Oao - Sushi Bar & Grill at Wailea
Sushi & Japanese/French Fusion Restaurant now in Wailea!
Easygoing locale specializing in health-conscious fare including acai bowls & kombucha.
Brekkie Bowls
Easygoing locale specializing in health-conscious fare including acai bowls & kombucha.
Izakaya and Sushibar.
Reeser Str. 106, 46446 Emmerich am Rhein, Allemagne
Izakaya and Sushibar.

Restaurants on the Island (Worth Driving to)

There are some wonderful restaurants on other areas of the island that have amazing food, and most have fantastic views.
Reminiscent of old Hawaii. Reservations highly recommended; arrive early and wait for a table closest to the ocean.
355 habitants recommandent
Mama's Fish House
799 Poho Pl
355 habitants recommandent
Reminiscent of old Hawaii. Reservations highly recommended; arrive early and wait for a table closest to the ocean.
CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE (DAMAGED IN LAHAINA FIRE) Located next door to Frida's in Lahaina, right on the water. Fantastic food and outdoor vibe.
110 habitants recommandent
Star Noodle
1285 Front Street
110 habitants recommandent
CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE (DAMAGED IN LAHAINA FIRE) Located next door to Frida's in Lahaina, right on the water. Fantastic food and outdoor vibe.
The Denny's of Hawaii, with authentic food - order hot, creme-filled malasadas for dessert.
11 habitants recommandent
Zippy's Kahului
15 Ho'okele St
11 habitants recommandent
The Denny's of Hawaii, with authentic food - order hot, creme-filled malasadas for dessert.
69 habitants recommandent
The Mill House
1670 Honoapiilani Hwy
69 habitants recommandent
At the Kapalua Golf Course
36 habitants recommandent
The Plantation House
2000 Plantation Club Dr
36 habitants recommandent
At the Kapalua Golf Course
Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's casual take-out restaurant. Recommend arriving when it opens. There are a few seats but otherwise this is great for take-out.
31 habitants recommandent
Tin Roof
360 Papa Pl
31 habitants recommandent
Top Chef Sheldon Simeon's casual take-out restaurant. Recommend arriving when it opens. There are a few seats but otherwise this is great for take-out.
Love coming here when hanging around Paia Haiku. Great for families too!
104 habitants recommandent
Flatbread Company
89 Hana Hwy
104 habitants recommandent
Love coming here when hanging around Paia Haiku. Great for families too!
Macadangdang Maui
2580 Kekaa Drive
14 habitants recommandent
Japengo
200 Nohea Kai Dr
14 habitants recommandent
Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Peter Merriman Chef/Restauranteur has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. Join us for a 3-course prix-fixe dinner on our open air lanai. Our aloha friendly staff will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.
113 habitants recommandent
Merrimans Kapalua
1 Bay Club Pl
113 habitants recommandent
Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Peter Merriman Chef/Restauranteur has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. Join us for a 3-course prix-fixe dinner on our open air lanai. Our aloha friendly staff will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.
Stunning view with chairs and picnic tables and great food items. Order some delicious Ocean Vodka drinks and food while enjoying gorgeous ocean views.
42 habitants recommandent
Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery
4051 Omaopio Rd
42 habitants recommandent
Stunning view with chairs and picnic tables and great food items. Order some delicious Ocean Vodka drinks and food while enjoying gorgeous ocean views.
Amazing Sushi in Haiku.
83 habitants recommandent
Nuka
780 Haiku Rd
83 habitants recommandent
Amazing Sushi in Haiku.

Hiking on Maui

There are many areas to explore on the island. Be sure to dress appropriately and bring water, a charged phone, sunscreen and bug spray.
Not too far from the condo, you can find some hidden beaches here. Much of it is volcanic rock so wear sturdy shoes. The wind can pick up in the afternoon, so it's best to arrive early.
87 habitants recommandent
La Perouse Bay
87 habitants recommandent
Not too far from the condo, you can find some hidden beaches here. Much of it is volcanic rock so wear sturdy shoes. The wind can pick up in the afternoon, so it's best to arrive early.
Lahaina Pali Trail - eastern half
Lahaina Pali Trail - eastern half
61 habitants recommandent
Sentier de Waihee Ridge
Kahekili Highway
61 habitants recommandent
45 habitants recommandent
Haleakalā National Park Summit Entrance
45 habitants recommandent
39 habitants recommandent
Iao Needle State Monument
39 habitants recommandent
23 habitants recommandent
Pipiwai Trail
23 habitants recommandent
55 habitants recommandent
The Pools at 'Ohe'o
Pipiwai Trail
55 habitants recommandent
71 habitants recommandent
Nakalele Blowhole
71 habitants recommandent
7 habitants recommandent
Mahana Ridge Trail
5855 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
7 habitants recommandent
Acid War Zone Trail
Ohai Trail

Stock Up Between the Airport and the Condo

Grocery stores and places to go to stock up on food/supplies before you get to the condo.
Close to the Maui airport. You'll need to bring your membership card to get into Costco.
161 habitants recommandent
Costco Wholesale
540 Haleakala Hwy
161 habitants recommandent
Close to the Maui airport. You'll need to bring your membership card to get into Costco.
Close to the Maui airport.
32 habitants recommandent
Target
100 Ho'okele St
32 habitants recommandent
Close to the Maui airport.
18 habitants recommandent
Tamura's Fine Wines & Liquors
91 E Lipoa St
18 habitants recommandent
Walking distance from the condo, great selection of wines and some gourmet foods/snacks.
Wailea Wine
161 Wailea Ike Pl
Walking distance from the condo, great selection of wines and some gourmet foods/snacks.
261 habitants recommandent
Safeway
1221 HI-30
261 habitants recommandent
218 habitants recommandent
Foodland Kihei
1881 S Kihei Rd
218 habitants recommandent
Close to the Maui airport.
23 habitants recommandent
Walmart
101 Pakaula St
23 habitants recommandent
Close to the Maui airport.
Close to the Maui airport.
84 habitants recommandent
Whole Foods Market
70 E Kaahumanu Ave
84 habitants recommandent
Close to the Maui airport.

Gear/Resources on the Island

Rent snorkel equipment/baby furniture, mo-peds, etc.
Walking distance from the condo
Snorkel Bob's Wailea
100 Wailea Ike Dr
Walking distance from the condo
Maui Moped and Scooter Rentals
2200 S Kihei Rd
Most people rent cars at the airport, but this is another option near the condo.
11 habitants recommandent
Budget Car Rental
11 Halawai Drive
11 habitants recommandent
Most people rent cars at the airport, but this is another option near the condo.
The course you can see from the lanai.
24 habitants recommandent
Wailea Blue Golf Course
100 Wailea Ike Dr
24 habitants recommandent
The course you can see from the lanai.
Walking distance from the condo.
13 habitants recommandent
Wailea Tennis Club
131 Wailea Ike Pl
13 habitants recommandent
Walking distance from the condo.
Reasonable rates, will drop off and pick up baby items at the condo for you.
Baby Furniture Rentals of Maui
2370 Puu Mala Place
Reasonable rates, will drop off and pick up baby items at the condo for you.
10 habitants recommandent
The Grand Luau at Honua'ula
3850 Wailea Alanui Dr
10 habitants recommandent
Great place for a luau
11 habitants recommandent
Te Au Moana
3700 Wailea Alanui Dr
11 habitants recommandent
Great place for a luau

Sightseeing on Maui

Rent a jeep and take a day trip around the island. Beautiful views and points of interest.
13 habitants recommandent
Hana Highway
Hana Highway
13 habitants recommandent
Rent a jeep and take a day trip around the island. Beautiful views and points of interest.
Take a ferry and spend the day exploring Lanai.
6 habitants recommandent
Expeditions Maui-Lanai Ferry
658 Front St
6 habitants recommandent
Take a ferry and spend the day exploring Lanai.
Maui Kayaks
Makena Alanui
Take the ferry from Lahaina to Lanai for some snorkeling, exploring or lunch at the Four Seasons.
6 habitants recommandent
Lanai
6 habitants recommandent
Take the ferry from Lahaina to Lanai for some snorkeling, exploring or lunch at the Four Seasons.
Book a snorkel trip to Molokini (which you can see from all Wailea beaches).
73 habitants recommandent
Cratère de Molokini
73 habitants recommandent
Book a snorkel trip to Molokini (which you can see from all Wailea beaches).
A cool surfer town with lots of shops, restaurants and a relaxed vibe. About 40 minutes from the condo.
208 habitants recommandent
Paia
208 habitants recommandent
A cool surfer town with lots of shops, restaurants and a relaxed vibe. About 40 minutes from the condo.
Quaint cruise ship port town with restaurants, outlet stores, and tourists.
205 habitants recommandent
Lahaina
205 habitants recommandent
Quaint cruise ship port town with restaurants, outlet stores, and tourists.
Upscale shopping mall with outlet stores, restaurants and gift shops.
222 habitants recommandent
The Shops at Wailea
3750 Wailea Alanui Dr
222 habitants recommandent
Upscale shopping mall with outlet stores, restaurants and gift shops.
Resort town with lots of hotels, beaches, and boat charters. Town center has restaurants and outlet shops.
38 habitants recommandent
Kaanapali
38 habitants recommandent
Resort town with lots of hotels, beaches, and boat charters. Town center has restaurants and outlet shops.
33 habitants recommandent
D.T. Fleming Beach
Lower Honoapiilani Rd
33 habitants recommandent
15 habitants recommandent
Slaughterhouse Beach
6501 Honoapiilani Hwy
15 habitants recommandent
26 habitants recommandent
Parc de la plage de Kahekili
65 Kai Ala Dr
26 habitants recommandent
37 habitants recommandent
Baby Beach
1 Ala Moana St
37 habitants recommandent
11 habitants recommandent
Parc de la plage de Hana Bay
150 Keawa Pl
11 habitants recommandent
29 habitants recommandent
Parc de la plage de Koki
175 Haneoo Rd
29 habitants recommandent
Great place for the family or anyone who loves marine life.
176 habitants recommandent
Maui Ocean Center
192 Maalaea Rd
176 habitants recommandent
Great place for the family or anyone who loves marine life.
29 habitants recommandent
Parc de la plage de Koki
175 Haneoo Rd
29 habitants recommandent
75 habitants recommandent
Baldwin Beach Park
Baldwin Park
75 habitants recommandent
Ukumehame Beach Park
615 Honoapiilani Hwy
13 habitants recommandent
Maui Zipline Company
1670 Honoapiilani Hwy
13 habitants recommandent
12 habitants recommandent
Olivine Pools
12 habitants recommandent
Napili Bay Beach Trail
100 habitants recommandent
Napili Bay
100 habitants recommandent
6 habitants recommandent
Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Halewaiu Road
6 habitants recommandent

Wailea Area Beaches/Snorkeling Spots

Local-area beaches for snorkeling and enjoying the warm water.
Free parking (arrive early to get a spot). Also about a 15-20 minute walk from the condo.
51 habitants recommandent
Ulua Beach Park
Ulua Beach Road
51 habitants recommandent
Free parking (arrive early to get a spot). Also about a 15-20 minute walk from the condo.
6 habitants recommandent
Mōkapu Beach
6 habitants recommandent
35 habitants recommandent
Plage de Wailea
Wailea Alanui Dr
35 habitants recommandent
Recommended for strong swimmers.
158 habitants recommandent
Makena Big Beach
158 habitants recommandent
Recommended for strong swimmers.
Clothing Optional. Must climb over small hill from Big Beach. Wear good shoes.
12 habitants recommandent
Little Beach
12 habitants recommandent
Clothing Optional. Must climb over small hill from Big Beach. Wear good shoes.
21 habitants recommandent
Plage de Maluaka
5400 Makena Alanui
21 habitants recommandent
8 habitants recommandent
Makena Cove
6468 Makena Alanui
8 habitants recommandent
31 habitants recommandent
Kamaole Beach Park I
75 Alanui Ke'ali'i
31 habitants recommandent
201 habitants recommandent
Parc de la plage Kamaole II
South Kihei Road
201 habitants recommandent
11 habitants recommandent
Polo Beach
11 habitants recommandent
7 habitants recommandent
Palauea Beach
7 habitants recommandent
7 habitants recommandent
Palauea Beach
7 habitants recommandent
12 habitants recommandent
Parc de la plage de Po'olenalena
95-63 Makena Alanui
12 habitants recommandent
6 habitants recommandent
Chang's Beach
6 habitants recommandent
21 habitants recommandent
Plage de Maluaka
5400 Makena Alanui
21 habitants recommandent