Located on Maui’s breathtaking Wailea coast, the Fairmont Kea Lani offers Hawaii’s only all-suite and villa luxury experience. I stayed here for my anniversary and fell in love with the lush tropical gardens, ocean views, and Hawaiian hospitality. This property is gorgeous!
Perfect for:
- Couples – I loved my romantic stay
- Families – Splurge on a villa for lots of space
- Solo travelers – You’ll never be lonely with the friendly staff
What I loved
- Recent multi million dollar renovation made the resort feel brand new
- Daily Hawaiian cultural activities
- Fresh locally inspired meals
- Gorgeous landscaping felt like a botanical garden
SheBuysTravel Tip – Visit during the low seasons of Spring and Fall or the weeks after Thanksgiving and before Christmas for less crowds and lower prices. During my early December stay the hotel was at 30% occupancy.
Author hosted for one night and paid a media rate for additional nights.
Hale Kukuna – The Fairmont Kea Lani’s Hawaiian cultural center
One of the joys of travel for me is learning about the history and culture of the places I visit. At the Fairmont Kea Lani I didn’t even need to leave the resort. The Hale Kukuna, an open air cultural center gives guests the opportunity to view historic artifacts and experience cultural activities during their visit. I learned so much on my tour that when I attended a luau I understood the history behind the dances, instruments, and native clothing.
The Hake Kukana and activities are free. Hours vary, check the resort’s events calendar for the schedule.
Weekly Cultural programing
Join a Kumu A’o, a teacher of Hawaiian Culture for weekly programming.
- ʻUkulele Lessons
- Tour of Hale Kukuna
- Hula Lessons
- Kōnane Matches
- Lei Making
- ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi – Hawaiian Language Lessons
Additional Hawaiian cultural experiences throughout the resort
Make sure to check the hotel’s weekly schedule for activities throughout the resort.
- Hawaiian canoe experience
- Fish feeding at the Koi pond
- E Ala Ē – Traditional Hawaiian sunrise chant
- NIghtly torch lighting ceremony
All suite accommodations at the Fairmont Kea Lani
I stayed in a spacious ocean view suite and it was surprisingly cozy for such a large space. Suite guests enjoy a separate living room, private lanai, and a stunning marble bathroom. Sipping coffee each morning and taking in this lovely view was a perfect way to start my day.
If money is no object, splurge on a two or three bedroom villa just steps from the beach. Guests love the private courtyard with a plunge pool and grill. Families enjoy the space of a full house with a kitchen while enjoying all the amenities of a resort.
Room Amenities Include
- Eco-friendly air conditioning & ceiling fans
- Foyer pantry area with granite countertops, compact chiller, microwave, kettle, Nespresso Vertuo, complimentary coffee & tea
- Hall closet with iron, ironing board and private in-room safe
- Large private lanai (200-400 sq.ft.) furnished for outdoor dining and lounging
- Wireless Internet access and two tiers of wired high speed Internet
Dining at the Fairmont Kea Lani
Nosh on authentic Hawaiian food during your stay at the Fairmont Kea Lani. I loved all the fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creativity of the chefs
- Kō – one of the top restaurants on Maui. Don’t miss the Ahi on the Rock and the Lobster Tempura
- Kea Lani – Huge daily breakfast buffet is like Sunday brunch at high end resorts on the mainland.
- Pilina – Gorgeous open air lounge
- Nick’s Fishmarket Maui – known as one of top seafood restaurants in Hawaii
- AMA Bar and Grill – swim up bar, great lunch while at the pool
SHEBUYSTRAVEL TIp – The resort offers a variety of private dining experiences from a beach dinner for two to a twilight intimate dinner for up to six by the tranquility pool.
Hotel Amenities
The Fairmont Kea Lani has an impressive amount of amenities for a resort of this size.
- Three pools with one adult only
- Polo Beach
- Lush landscaped grounds
- Artist in residence
- Spa and Wellness program
- Wailea Scuba, Surf & Paddle, a full service water sports company
What to do on Maui
Maui has so many fun things to do during your visit. Don’t miss:
- Sunrise at Haleakalā National Park
- Explore Iao Valley State Park
- Maui Ocean Center
- Road to Hana
- Old Lahaina Luau – Best on the island according to every local I asked
The Details
The Fairmont Kea Lani is 17 miles from the Kahului Airport (OGG) and about a 30 minute drive. Rental cars are available at the airport. The hotel concierge at 808-875-2290 can arrange airport transfers (separate fee)
Fairmont Kea Lani
4100 Wailea Alunui Drive, Maui – Hawaii 96753
Ph 808-875-4100
info@kealani.com
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