We had been to Maui several times, but never stayed in the Wailea area and decided it was time. We chose the Marriott and were thrilled with it. For us, it was the best choice, because we love to be close to the water. Our oceanfront room was extremely close and we loved relaxing to the sound of crashing waves.

Although this hotel in not on a beach, it is oceanfont. Our room looked directly at Wailea beach. We could be on the beach in about 3 minutes. We could also walk to 3 other fantastic beaches. We didn't feel deprived at all because the property itself was not on a beach.

Service at the hotel was great in every way. We would call housekeeping as we left each day and the room was always perfect when we got back.

Our favorite part of the hotel grounds was the serenity pool. It's been mentioned on here a lot, but it was just so relaxing.

The hotel has some great places to eat. With the path in front of the hotel you can walk easily to the Grand Wailea, and the Four Seasons. We also picked up lunch several days at the deli in the Whaler's General Store in the shopping center across the parking lot from the Marriott.

We would love to return to this property!

Title says it all really. I was very disappointed with our check in experience. As a Marriott Gold Rewards member I had expected more ... there was no greeting and instead of being offered automatic upgrade I got the hard sell to upgrade for $75. When we pointed out my status the upgrade was received for free ... this shouldn't have happened.

Room was in Hale 5 just off the infinity pool area - not a great view but 2 mins to the pool is fine by me. Decor in room was modern but I HATED the bed ... not at all comfortable!

The infinity pool is definitely the Marriott's number one asset - it is gorgeous with fantastic views over the ocean (with the occasional whale spotted from my sun lounger). They also offer a pool service and during our stay we had two lovely ladies (Anita and Terri) running around fetching us all our drinks (very much appreciated). Staff also walked round with iced water, cool flannels and a rosehip moisturiser (nice touches).

We ate lunch every day at the grill bar - BBQ sandwiches and salads (not a vast selection but v.tasty).

We had dessert at the bar on once night - delicious chocolate souffle!

Another good asset of this hotel is the beach walk down to Wailea Beach and past all the other hotels. Great for a morning or afternoon stroll and a stop at Wailea Beach is a must .

Hotel is walking distance to shops at Wailea (restaurants here include Ruth Chris and Tommy Bahamas). Short drive into Kihei - about ten mins.

Just returned from a 10 night stay at the Maui Marriott
(April 15-25). From the time we check-in to the time we checked out, everyone from the front office staff, pool staff, and housekeeping staff were extremely nice. As a side note, we also stayed at this property in December 2007 for four nights and enjoyed it very much, hence, our return trip.

We were placed on the fifth floor overlooking the lobby with a partial ocean view - absoulutely gorgeous. As some people have noted, the rooms have been renovated recently. There was plenty of storage room to unpack your clothes, as well as, a refrigerator to hold snacks and drinks. While some people found the beds comfortable, I am not one to like soft beds, hence, not the excellent rating (my only complaint). They do have a pull-out sofa in each room and I was tempted to use it, but did not. Maid service was excellent each day of our stay . In addition, they do have washers and dryers to do laundry.

When we were at the Marriott in December, the infinity pool was still being constructed. Now, that it is is completed, all I can say is that it is beautiful. Being our first day at the pool, we decided to rent a cabana ($50.00/day) which includes water and magazines. Yes, I felt it was a little on the expensive side, but we didn't want to be burnt toast on our first day. They do have umbrellas at the older pool, but since the infinity pool is for adults only, we wanted the piece and quiet - not that we don't love children (we have four). Pool service was excellent - thanks to Teri for her cheerfulness and always being there when we needed that drink with the umbrella (LOL). There are a total of 4 pools and a kid's pool at the Marriott. On our last day, Friday, April 25th we sat by the infinity pool and were pleased to see that they were in the process of putting permanent umbrellas around the lounge chairs.

As noted, the Marriott is an older property. It used to be the Outrigger Hotel and before that the Intercontinental. It is a "Work in Progress." They continue improving the property. The rooms are very nice, the open air lobby is inviting, and the pool area, especially the infinity pool, is very relaxing. During our stay, there was always some type of improvement being made, whether that be replacing the tile on the grand staircase, the light bulbs in the lobby, or working on the landscaping (it was not intrusive). The property has a lot of potential, and it was our feeling that the Marriott is trying to reach their full potential in this hotel. Just like anything, it takes time, but I have no doubt that they will achieve their goal.

Though the hotel is not situated directly on a beach, but on a rocky point, there are beaches on both sides of the hotel within easy walking distance (just a few minutes). We did venture down to the rocks a few times and enjoyed watching the sea turtles bob their heads in and out of the water.

As far as the restaurants are concerned, we did not try them. They have a restaurant off the main lobby for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, there is a pool side bar restaurant that is open from 10:30am to sunset. We had hoped this bar would be open later for watching basketball playoff games - perhaps in the summer they extend their hours? It would be nice if they had a coffee shop (think Starbucks) in the hotel, but there is one next door at the Wailea Shops.

All in all, I have to say that we enjoyed our stay at the Marriott very much and would recommend it if you are looking for piece and quiet.

I wanted to write a short impression of our stay at the Marriott Wailea, since I use this web site to book our vacations. My wife was in the far east on business for a month and we wanted to meet half way for a relaxing 11 day vacation in paradise. After meeting my youngest daughter (and her boy friend) in Honolulu for her 21 birthday, we shot over to Maui for a week. We couldn't have picked a better location and hotel.

The hotel is the old outrigger hotel, which was bought by Marriot some years ago. After a $68 million dollar renovation - it is a dream come true. We were most impressed with the open air lobby, infinity pool, the openess and helpfulness of the staff, good food and great location. Oh, and the bed is spectacular - you litterally sink into it. The front staff was nice enough to upgrade us to an ocean view room - which was a nice extra. Get Frank the supervisor of Security to tell you the story of how he wound up in Maui. It moved us. And the bartenders recommended "cafe Olah" as a favorite local hang for dinner. It was reasonable and very good.

The area is quiet and serene. There is a paved walkway seperating the hotel from the ocean. We walked it every morning going thru the Fairmount, Four Seasons, a variety of condo's as well as Ullua and Wailia beach. Over by the Four Seasons you can rent all sorts of water sport rentals. The hotel is a very short walks to the shops at Wailea - which sports good shopping for the gals and a couple of nice restraunts.

The scenery from our balcony and pool was breathtaken. We spend many an hour standing in the Infinity pool, with a drink in our hands, just staring at God's paradise. Also, I noticed no construction whatsoever.

If you are looking for action and night life - this is not the place for you. If you want to get away from the mechanics of life and just eat, drink, explore and vegitate - I would recommend this hotel.

As far as adventures - renting a convertible is a must. We have fond memories of snorkeling in the morning and hiking on a volocano top in the afternoon (bring food and drink as there is nothing on the top). A day in Lahania should also be on the agenda, and a stop at bubba gums for some good food and fun. We didn't do the road to Hanna, but as a write this review, wish I had.

The trip was expensive, long travel and took some planning. But for all the trips I've takin in my life - this ranks up there as one of the best and memorible. Aloha and Maholo.