Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort

This resort occupies fifteen acres of beachfront land in Wailea on Maui's south shore, with direct access to Mokapu Beach. The property runs from the resort buildings down to the water, and the beach is the organising fact of a stay here — most of the accommodation faces it.

Guest rooms and suites look out over either the resort grounds or the ocean, and each has a private lanai. The minibars come stocked at no additional charge with soft drinks and locally sourced snacks. For families or longer visits, the resort offers two- and three-bedroom villas: each is fully equipped with an outdoor grill and its own plunge pool or hot tub.

On the grounds you will find multiple swimming pools, a fitness centre, a spa, and several restaurants and bars. The villa layout and direct beach access make the property practical for families, while the ocean-facing suites and spa draw couples as well.

Wailea sits on the leeward side of Maui, which means calmer water and more reliable sun than the island's windward coast. The resort address is 3550 Wailea Alanui Drive.