Stayed at the Kea Lani for the first time (usually rented condos in Kihei) - decided to splurge and stay in Wailea.

Pros - loved the location (nice walks, close to Wailea Shops and golf courses), lots of pools (found one that did not have any kids so a bit quieter), had a few restaurant choices, rooms were very large and was plenty of room for 2 people. Felt quite luxurious getting ready in the huge bathroom!

Cons - self parking. The stalls are ridiculously small and the lanes are so tight, you would have problems parking any mid-size vehicle. Other complaint would be the reservation of loungers at the pool. There were people reserving prime loungers all day and never show up. We actually watched 4 loungers be reserved from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm and no one showed up. While they allow 2 hour reservations (so that you can go eat), they really should not allow people to re-reserve for another 2 hours when they never showed up in the first place. The pool was quite busy and it was making people pretty annoyed that loungers were empty but not available for use.

Other than that, really nice resort - also has beach access so that was nice too. Would definitely stay there again (and rent a smaller car!).

This was our second visit to the Fairmont Kea Lani. We stayed in November of this year and last year too. I was a bit worried that this second trip wouldn't be as good as the first but it was. The hotel location is perfect. Polo beach is just the right size and has good snorkeling. We watched dolphins and whales from our loungers on the lawn several afternoons. We did not have the breakfast buffet as part of our package this year but did pay to eat there for one breakfast. There are still many great options. And the birds still fight you for what is on your plate but all in all it was a good meal. The price is quite high so we opted for breakfast in our room most days. Although we did venture out into Kihei for breakfast some too. We also utilized the Caffe Ciao on the terrace level for sandwiches and gelato. And also their delicious macadamia nut shortbread cookies. The room was comfortable and the location fine. The room could have used painting but I wasn't bothered by it. You don't go to Maui to sit in your room. All the lanai's have a table and chairs for four as well as a lounger. It was a great place to eat a meal or watch the sunset. The room has a microwave, keurig, and mini-fridge so it was easy enough to keep things in the room to eat/drink. We stopped at the Safeway on 31 before checking in at the hotel for cereal, milk, soft drinks, etc....The rooms are very quiet and almost never heard any outside noise in spite of the fact that there were two wedding receptions practically underneath us on two different nights. Housekeeping does an excellent job. All in all it was a great stay once again. By the way...if you are in need of a massage you should request the lomi lomi massage with Noelle in the spa. Excellent!

First time in Maui celebrating my Birthday and Anniversary. My boyfriend loves the Fairmont! We honestly have nothing but great things to say! Kea Lani is definitely exquisite and truly feels like an oasis. We can not wait to go back!

We have eaten at Ko several times during our visit and it is one of the finest restaurants that we have been in . The food and service are exceptional. It has panoramic views of the ocean and a beautiful decor that is themed in contemporary Maui ambiance. We have tried many others but we keep on coming back to Ko.