Andaz Maui Resort’s Many Moons

The Andaz Maui Resort at Wailea caters to all types of visitors celebrating special occasions and moons. This oceanfront property is ideal for those on a honeymoon, babymoon, wellnessmoon, or to rekindle romance under a Hawaiian moon.

While taking an afternoon mixology class at Ka’ana Kitchen with bartender Gracie, my husband and I met the cutest newlywed couple. Recovering from a 450 person wedding in Atlanta, GA, they weren’t quite ready for a dream two-week honeymoon in Fiji, so they planned a Maui minimoon – shorter honeymoon taken shortly after a wedding. They shared how this resort is an idyllic honeymoon destination.

Studies show that Hawaii has been America’s top honeymoon destination for newlyweds seeking sun, sand, romance and nature-based adventures. One of the most desired places to visit in Maui. After suffering the pandemic and Lahaina fires, the island has been open and ready for those seeking a tropical moon-vacation. Airplanes, hotels and restaurants are still not at full capacity, so this is the perfect time to re-visit Maui.

Location

Set on 15 beachfront acres in Wailea, Andaz Maui is located right along the 3.2 mile shorefront Wailea Beach Path. It winds along some of the island’s world-renowned resorts, such as The Four Seasons, Grand Wailea and Fairmont Kea-Lani Maui. Start your walk early in the morning while the temperature is cool or during sunset hour to watch the colors of the sky change from blue to red, pink and orange.

Pools + Cabanas

The heart of the Andaz Maui resort are the pools. There are five different pools to relax, float, swim and soak up the sun. Three of the ocean-facing pools are terraced cascading infinity pools. There is also a lagoon-style, shallow pool for families, and an adult-only tranquility pool for a quieter setting.

Guest Rooms + Villas

The resort offers 320 guest rooms including 35 spacious suites and 30 luxury villas. Each have a private lanai for guests to soak up the ocean and island views. Those seeking an Airbnb-style accommodation will prefer the luxury residential-style villas. The two, three and four-bedroom configurations are ideal for family-moons and couples traveling together. Views of the island’s natural beauty and Wailea surroundings are from almost every room.

The Makai (oceanfront) villas are near the sandy Mōkapu Beach, while the Hema and ‘Ilikai villas are perched higher up for picturesque ocean views. Best of all restaurants, bars, lounges, and a world class spa are just steps away.

Enjoy relaxing in spacious living and dining areas that include a full kitchen with high-end Bosch and Miele appliances. The Ambrato marble floors and modern furnishings elevate the villa experience. Step out onto the private lanai to recline on custom-made outdoor lounges, and dine al fresco at the dining table and chairs near a Viking grill for entertaining meals at your villa.

Select ground floor villas have a private plunge pool, and second floor villas have a hot tub on the lanai.

Baby-moon Suites

Next to the serene adult pool are guest rooms with their own steps into a smaller lagoon-style pool. Pregnant mother’s-to-be can float and relax just steps away from their guest room.

Food + Beverages

Included with your villa stay is a daily breakfast experience for up to two registered guests, per bedroom at Ka’ana Kitchen. The breakfast buffet experience includes a variety fresh local fruit and juices, overnight oats topped with coconut, signature mochi waffles and a made-to-order omelet bar.

In the evening this restaurant becomes a Chef’s Table dining experience with wine pairings. Guests can also sit outside looking out to the pools and ocean to dine a la carte. Sip a Mai Tai and order from an array of local farm-to-table culinary delights such as a watermelon salad, Ahi tataki, grilled steaks and fresh local fish.

Celebrity Chef

The resort also hosts Morimoto Maui next to the lower lagoon-style pool. Helmed by celebrity Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto this fine dining restaurant features a contemporary Japanese menu infusing traditional dishes with local Hawaiian ingredients and preparation techniques.

Spa Time

Enter the ʻĀwili Spa and Salon sanctuary for a custom treatment designed for your wellness intentions. There are 10 treatment rooms for soothing 60 minute massages, luxurious facials, pre-natal massages and salon services. The ocean views from the pedicure chairs are spectacular.

There are four couple’s spa suites, plus relaxation spaces complete with a sauna, steam room and heated plunge pool.

Art Walk

The Andaz Maui Resort Fees Include: