We have been vacationing in Maui for over 20 years. We discovered Wailea the first time we went there - and it is possibly the best-kept secret from the majority of travelers. On the opposite end of the island (the sunny side) from Kaanapali and Kapalua, it offers incredible weather and some of the best-rated beaches in the world. It is perfectly positioned for day trips to Lahaina, Upcountry (Makena and further), the acquarium (new-ish), restaurants, etc. While it's "close" to many things, however, it is positioned totally away from commercial. We always stay at the Polo Beach Club - condos on the beach (right out the back door) which are owned by wealthy individuals who rent them through Destination Resorts. Each of the 79 condos is decorated differently, though the floor plans are pretty much identical - wbedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, kitchen, dining, living room and - best of all - a huge lanai on the ocean. All face on the ocean.
If two couples or families are traveling together, the price for the condo is reasonable. For our daughter's wedding, we used the Grand Wailea whose stained glass, nondenominational chapel is exquisite. They have the most incredible spa, according to us and Conde Nast - probably without peer in the U.S.