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Waimea Plantation CottagesvsHotel Wailea
Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Hotel Wailea scores slightly higher than Waimea Plantation Cottages. Hotel Wailea scores 82 with approval from 8 sources like Oyster, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Waimea Plantation Cottages
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9400 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96796
From $216/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "That’s what you’ll find at this 30-acre oceanfront enclave of restored vintage cottages, spread among large lawns dotted with coconut palms, banyan trees, and tropical flowers." Full review
Gayot "Located about an hour from the Lihue Airport, this beachfront collection of vintage-themed cottages is a wonderful place to relax and renew your mind and soul."
DK Eyewitness "Step back into old Hawai‘i at these wonderful seaside plantation cottages, set in a coconut grove at the gateway to Waimea Canyon."
Fodor's "History buffs will adore these relocated and refurbished sugar-plantation cottages, which were originally built in the early 1900s." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Completely unlike any other hotel accommodation on Kauai, the upper-middle-range Waimea Plantation Cottages offers visitors a unique approach to the typical Hawaiian vacation." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A former oceanfront sugar plantation on the western side of Hawaii's "Garden Isle" is a perfect base-camp for travelers who want to explore Kauai's natural wonders." Full review
Fodor's "This casual eatery is located in the equally laid-back Waimea Plantation Cottages; it's a great place to sit with a cocktail and watch the sun set." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This sleepy, family owned idyll on Kauai’s remote west side is comprised of 61 relocated sugar plantation workers’ cottages dating from the late 19th to early 20th century." Full review
Frommer's "The charmingly rustic but airy cottages feature full kitchens, lanais, and modern perks such as Wi-Fi, A/C (window units), and flatscreen TVs." Full review
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Tip: Gardenview units have the lowest rates.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The 57 tin-roofed, clapboard, pastel-painted sweethearts with wide porches and rattan seating are scattered over a wide lawn." Full review
Hotel Wailea
Jetsetter Gayot The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Forbes Travel Guide Travel + Leisure Fodor's Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
555 Kaukahi Street, Wailea, Maui, HI 96753
From $784/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter "Luxurious Maui enclave that offers best of both worlds – beach action by day, zen-like serenity by night." Full review
Gayot "This relaxing hideaway opened in 1990 and remains one of Wailea's best-kept secrets --- probably because it's not on the beach."
The Telegraph9.0
"This Relais & Châteaux property has panoramic ocean views, swanky eco-inspired lodgings and perhaps more garden acreage per guest than any other Maui hotel." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Tranquil hillside hideaway set amid 15 acres of mature tropical gardens." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Nestled within one of Maui’s
most exclusive enclaves, Hotel Wailea is an intimate, tranquil escape complete
with the cliffside views of your Instagram dreams." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The hotel is set up as an adults-only ecape and is custom-catered towards couples; it also recently became Hawaii's only Relais and Châteaux property. " Full review
Fodor's "This adults-only, luxury boutique hotel, perched on a quiet hillside above Wailea, delivers romance with spectacular views" Full review
Oyster Romantic
"Hotel Wailea was once a budget hotel in upscale Wailea, but a complete renovation in 2014 turned this property into a luxury stunner with all the trimmings of a stylish boutique hotel." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "If you want an outstanding experience on Maui, this hotel doesn't disappoint in any department." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This luxurious Relais & Chateaux resort offers 72 suites spread over 15 acres, with ocean and garden views"
Maui Travel Guide
March 2, 2021
