The setting
Andaz Maui sits at the southern end of the Wailea resort corridor, on Maui's sunny South Shore, adjacent to Mokapu Beach — a smaller, quieter stretch of sand than the busiest Wailea beaches, with generally calm swimming conditions. The resort's design leans modern and open, with a lot of natural light, stone and wood, a deliberate departure from the more traditional Hawaiian-plantation-style architecture common at older Wailea properties.
What it's actually known for
A younger, more design-conscious take on the Wailea luxury resort formula — multiple pools including an adults-only infinity pool, a well-regarded spa, and a strong on-site dining lineup. The property's open-air lobby and public spaces are genuinely photogenic, which shows in how often it comes up in Maui wedding and honeymoon planning specifically.
Who it's a good fit for
Couples, honeymooners and travelers who want Wailea's reliable South Shore sun without a more traditional, older-school resort feel. The adults-only pool area is a genuine draw for travelers specifically avoiding a heavily kid-focused resort environment.
Honest tradeoffs
Families with young kids have solid options here but may find some of Wailea's other resorts (with larger dedicated kids' clubs and family pool complexes) a better fit. Wailea itself is also a drive from the Road to Hana and Haleakalā — factor real drive time into a Wailea-based itinerary, as covered in our Maui areas guide.