Many were unhappy with Hilton's decision to convert the elite complimentary breakfast benefit to a dining credit. I'm not one of them. Especially after our disappointing breakfast at the Grand Wailea. The credit is much better spent at dinner! … [Read more...] about Disappointing Breakfast at the Grand Wailea
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The Grand Wailea – A Waldorf Astoria Resort
My family would occasionally stay at the Grand Wailea for quick weekend getaways in my younger years. I loved the place, thanks to the amazing pools! Knowing that Mrs. Island Miler had never been, however, I made it my goal last year to get her there. And it was (mostly) great! … [Read more...] about The Grand Wailea – A Waldorf Astoria Resort
AC Hotel by Marriott Wailea to Open April 2021
In 2019, I reported that Hawaii's first AC Hotel would be built in the Wailea Resort on Maui. At the time, the developer had just broken ground and didn't provide a projected opening date. But now we know the AC Hotel by Marriott Wailea is to open in April 2021. … [Read more...] about AC Hotel by Marriott Wailea to Open April 2021
Hawaii’s First AC Hotel is Coming to Maui
Marriott operates Marriott, Courtyard, Ritz-Carlton, Residence Inn, Sheraton, Westin, Luxury Collection, Marriott Vacations Club, and Autograph properties in Hawaii. But, now, Hawaii's first AC Hotel is coming to Maui soon. … [Read more...] about Hawaii’s First AC Hotel is Coming to Maui
Hyatt Hotels Sells the Andaz Maui
I just can't seem to get away from writing about this property. But now, Hyatt Hotels sells the Andaz Maui as part of a broader initiative to reduce real estate holdings. … [Read more...] about Hyatt Hotels Sells the Andaz Maui
New Hotel Coming to the Wailea Resort
A new hotel coming to the Wailea Resort will open near the Residence Inn by Marriott Maui Wailea. … [Read more...] about New Hotel Coming to the Wailea Resort
Grand Wailea Pool Renovation Begins Soon
The Grand Wailea pool renovation project is set to commence next month and will close nearly all of the property's pools. … [Read more...] about Grand Wailea Pool Renovation Begins Soon
Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes Last Chance
Hawaiian Air kicked of a Valentine's Day sweepstakes back on February 1. And as February now comes to a close, it's your Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes last chance! The contest closes in less than a week on Tuesday, February 28. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Be Mine Sweepstakes Last Chance
Residence Inn Maui Wailea is Now Open
The Residence Inn Maui Wailea is now open, with its grand opening ceremony occurring today. Granted the hotel has been open for a little while, but now it's official! As its name suggests, the Residence Inn Maui Wailea is located in the Wailea Resort on Maui's southeast coast. It is the first Residence Inn by Marriott in the State of Hawaii. Like other properties in this … [Read more...] about Residence Inn Maui Wailea is Now Open
Review: Andaz Maui
We weren't at Ali'i Kula Lavender long before I received a call from the Andaz Maui. Our room had become available, so after looking around for a few more minutes, we headed back to Wailea. It took us nearly an hour to get back to the Andaz Maui, which seemed like an eternity. Having been teased with the promise of a "special room," I was eager to see what exactly that … [Read more...] about Review: Andaz Maui