Is Wailea Maui nice?

Wailea is a fantastic place to stay; it’s incredibly upscale – but there’s not much else to do there. Plus, many south Maui calls for a long drive to reach the island’s popular destinations like the Road to Hana or Haleakala. Despite some maps, there is NO road connecting South Maui to Upcountry Maui.

Does Maui have a boardwalk?

And while this oceanfront boardwalk is no hidden gem, it’s agreed by tourists and locals alike that no trip to Maui would be complete without a stroll along the Wailea Coastal Walk.

Can you swim at Wailea beach?

Swimming is a simple, yet fun way to enjoy the sun and sand! The ocean here is typically very calm with the occasional swell of small waves. This makes it a great location to wade out into the water and relax. Wailea Beach is also safe and kid-friendly.

What is the safest city in Maui?

Best places to live on Maui

• Paia, North Shore. Paia is located on the desirable North Shore.
• Haiku, North Shore. The North Shore of Maui is popular with locals.
• Hana, East Side. Hana is very isolated.
• Pukalani, Upcountry.
• Kahului, Central.
• Kihei, South Side.
• Olinda, Upcountry.
• Makawao, Upcountry.

Where do you park for Wailea walk?

Easily accessible parking can be found at a free beach parking lot just south of the Grand Wailea resort, and a county park with parking lot and facilities at the south end of the beachwalk.

Where does Wailea beach path start and end?

At the NW corner of the parking lot is a path running right alongside the south side of the Fairmont property, a short distance to the beach and the start of the Wailea Beach parth, which runs north for about 1 1/2 miles. Very beautiful scenery.

Is there a pier in Maui?

Situated on the east peninsula are the State Harbor Office and just 3 piers where all of Maui’s cargo comes in, and is the only pier on the island that is long and deep enough to berth 2 cruise ships end to end.

Where is the clearest water in Maui?

Molokini
Molokini. Molokini is a small crescent-shaped island is situated about three miles from Maui’s southwest coast. Molokini is said to have some of the clearest water in all of Hawaii with visibility depths of up to 200 feet.

Do people steal in Maui?

There is a drug problem on Maui (so, so, so sad), and young addicts (and occasionally people who just like to harass tourists) will steal to support their habit. They are quick, fast, and very sneaky. I almost never hear of muggings, but I certainly hear of theft from cars left unattended.