The Best
Luxury & 5 Star
Hotels in Maui

The only 5 Star adults only resort in Hawaii, Hotel Wailea is an exclusive and luxurious retreat located in Maui, on a hillside overlooking Wailea. This luxurious getaway offers breathtaking 180-degree views of three Hawaiian Islands; and majestic mountain scenery. With just 72 suites across the entire 15-acre property, guests are treated to a personalized and exclusive experience. It is ideal for an luxury escape on Maui for couples. This is one of the best romantic hotels in Maui.

Andaz Maui brings contemporary, design-forward luxury to Wailea — the newest resort on the strip (2013), with a sleek aesthetic that stands apart from the traditional Hawaiian style of its neighbours. The complimentary minibar restock, Morimoto Maui restaurant (from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto), and Ka’ana Kitchen are signature touches that signal genuine quality. At 320 rooms, it’s less than half the Grand Wailea’s capacity, creating an intimate atmosphere. The three tiered infinity pools offer some of Wailea’s best ocean views, and the Ilikai Villas (debuted recently) add ultra-luxury private-pool accommodation to the lineup.

Fairmont Kea Lani is Wailea’s most spacious luxury resort — the only all-suite property on Maui, with rooms starting at 860 square feet. The recently renovated suites feature separate living areas, wet bars, and oversized lanais. The resort’s position at the southern end of the Wailea strip means a more private, exclusive atmosphere than the clustered resorts to the north. The private beachfront villas with plunge pools, full kitchens, and direct sand access represent some of Wailea’s most exclusive accommodation. Polo Beach, fronting the resort, is quieter and less crowded than the shared beach strip.

Four Seasons Maui at Wailea is the benchmark for Hawaiian luxury — the only Wailea resort with no resort fee, consistently exceptional service, and rooms starting at 600 square feet. The property recently unveiled a new Spa and Wellness Centre as part of a multi-million-dollar transformation. Staff anticipate needs before you articulate them, and the grounds blend classic Hawaiian elegance with contemporary refinement. Season 1 of HBO’s The White Lotus was filmed here, and the resort’s reputation as Maui’s finest has held for decades. The Serenity Pool (adults-only) with underwater music is one of the best pool experiences in Hawaii.

Grand Wailea reopened after a $300 million renovation — the most expensive hotel renovation in Hawaii’s history — with redesigned rooms, Nobu restaurant, and a 50,000-square-foot Kilolani Spa. The resort’s $50 million art collection, featuring works by Fernand Leger, Andy Warhol, and Henry Moore, creates a gallery-like atmosphere throughout the 40-acre grounds. As a Waldorf Astoria property, it brings Hilton’s highest luxury tier to Maui. The scale here is unmatched — 776 rooms, nine pools, seven restaurants — creating a luxury resort that functions as a destination unto itself.

Hana-Maui Resort is Maui’s most remote luxury property — the only resort in the east Maui village of Hana, accessible via the famous Road to Hana or a 15-minute prop-plane flight. The isolation is the point: 66 acres of ranch land overlooking Hana Bay, with a pool, spa, and dining that serve as the social centre of this tiny community. The resort’s bungalows and suites blend into the tropical landscape, and the absence of TVs and air conditioning (sea breezes cool the rooms) reinforces the disconnection. This is Hawaiian luxury at its most stripped-back and authentic — no lobby glitz, no waterslides, just pristine nature and profound quiet.

Hyatt Regency Maui occupies the southern end of Ka’anapali Beach with 40 oceanfront acres, an extensive pool complex, and the Tour of the Stars rooftop astronomy programme — the only resort in Hawaii with a professional-grade telescope for nightly stargazing. The $115 million renovation refreshed all 806 rooms and upgraded the resort’s dining venues. While it doesn’t carry the exclusivity of boutique properties, the combination of a prime Ka’anapali Beach location, full luxury amenities, and Hyatt World of Hyatt points makes it a strong value in Maui’s luxury tier.

Ka’anapali Alii is Ka’anapali Beach’s premier condo-resort — spacious one- and two-bedroom suites with full kitchens, washer-dryers, and oversized lanais, managed to a luxury hotel standard with daily housekeeping, concierge, and on-site amenities. At 1,500+ square feet for a two-bedroom, the suites dwarf any hotel room on Ka’anapali. The property sits on the quieter southern end of the beach, away from the resort bustle around Whaler’s Village. For travellers who want space and self-sufficiency without sacrificing location or service, Ka’anapali Alii offers something no Ka’anapali hotel can match.

Sheraton Maui commands the most iconic position on Ka’anapali Beach — built into the lava-rock cliffs of Pu’u Keka’a (Black Rock), the landmark from which the resort’s nightly torch-lighting and cliff-diving ceremony takes place. The recent renovation refreshed all 508 rooms with contemporary Hawaiian décor, and the Black Rock Lounge is Ka’anapali’s premier sunset cocktail spot. The combination of the historic Black Rock setting, direct beach access to some of Ka’anapali’s best snorkeling, and the resort’s prime-position ocean views creates a luxury experience rooted in location rather than opulence.

The Resort at Kapalua Bay (now transitioning to St. Regis) offers the most spacious luxury accommodation on Maui — one- to four-bedroom residences ranging from 1,200 to 4,000 square feet, each with a full chef’s kitchen, separate living areas, and expansive lanais with Molokai views. Kapalua Bay, directly below the resort, is consistently rated among Hawaii’s best beaches. The combination of residential space and resort-level services — concierge, pool, spa, dining — delivers a luxury experience that hotel rooms simply cannot match. Select Grand Residences include private pools and outdoor entertaining areas.

Ritz-Carlton Kapalua is Maui’s most secluded major luxury resort, perched on the cliffs above D.T. Fleming Beach in the exclusive Kapalua enclave. The 466-room property combines Ritz-Carlton’s service standard with a dramatic north-Maui setting — cooler, greener, and more dramatically coastal than Wailea or Ka’anapali. The resort’s multi-level infinity pools overlook the Pacific, and the spa, dining, and cultural programmes reflect the Kapalua area’s deep Hawaiian heritage. A $30 million renovation refreshed rooms and added contemporary Hawaiian design elements. This is luxury that prioritises setting and service over spectacle.

Westin Maui completed a transformative renovation that repositioned it as a credible luxury contender on Ka’anapali Beach. The refreshed rooms feature contemporary Hawaiian design, expanded ocean-view lanais, and Westin’s signature Heavenly Bed. The adults-only pool area was rebuilt as a sophisticated retreat with ocean views, and the resort’s five pools and aquatic playground remain among Ka’anapali’s most elaborate. The central Ka’anapali Beach position provides direct access to one of Maui’s best beach stretches, with Whaler’s Village shopping next door. Westin’s wellness positioning — Heavenly Bed, spa, fitness — adds a differentiating luxury angle.

Wailea Beach Resort is the value entry point to Wailea’s luxury strip — lower nightly rates than the Four Seasons, Andaz, or Grand Wailea, with a recent renovation that introduced Signature Oceanfront Villas and earned Condé Nast Traveler recognition. The oceanfront rooms are uniquely close to the water — built before regulations restricted construction this close to the shore — with some suites virtually overhanging the surf. The proximity to Shops at Wailea adds dining and retail convenience. Marriott Bonvoy members benefit from points earning and redemptions, making this the most accessible luxury address in Wailea.

Looking for the perfect Maui hotel for your next vacation? Look no further than Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club. With a prime beachfront location on the gorgeous Ka’anapali Beach, this resort offers stunning views, luxurious amenities, and a wide range of room options to suit any traveler’s needs. Relax by the 3.5-acre heated outdoor pool, indulge in a spa treatment at the on-site Spa by the Sea, or take advantage of the resort’s many activities and dining options. And with easy access to the best that Maui has to offer, including golf, historic towns, and the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium, Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club is the perfect choice for any traveler looking for an unforgettable Maui vacation experience.