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Wailea in Hawaii

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Wailea

Courses
3
From
$2.5k
Best for
Luxury

Wailea — overview

Wailea pairs three 18-hole resort courses with one of Maui’s strongest luxury hotel corridors. The Gold, Emerald, and Blue courses offer ocean, island, and Haleakalā views with enough variety for serious golfers, couples, families, and relaxed resort rounds.

Courses
3 courses
Best months
Year-round; December – April is peak season
Ideal length
5–7 nights
From airport
25–35 min
Trips from
$2,495

Golf Courses at Wailea

Hawaii · Course 1

Wailea Golf Club - Gold Course

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
7078
Est.
1994

The Wailea Golf Club - Gold Course offers a challenging layout with stunning ocean views, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. It is known for its rugged terrain and strategic bunkering.

Wailea Golf Club - Gold Course

Hawaii · Course 2

Wailea Golf Club - Emerald Course

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
6825
Est.
1994

The Wailea Golf Club - Emerald Course is a picturesque course with lush landscaping and panoramic ocean vistas, also designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., providing a more forgiving play experience.

Wailea Golf Club - Emerald Course

Hawaii · Course 3

Wailea Golf Club - Blue Course

Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
6765
Est.
1972

The Wailea Golf Club - Blue Course is the original course of the club, designed by Arthur Jack Snyder, offering a classic Hawaiian golf experience with gentle fairways and scenic views.

Wailea Golf Club - Blue Course

Trip Packages at Wailea

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Wailea Maui Golf Getaway

From $2,495 per golfer

Build a South Maui golf trip around Wailea’s Gold, Emerald, and Blue courses with luxury lodging, beach time, dining, and optional island activities.

All golf and lodging taxes and fees included. Excludes flights, airport transfers, and caddies. Rates subject to change.

Golf Lifestyle

What to Expect at Wailea

Why visit

Wailea is one of the easiest Maui golf destinations to build a full luxury trip around. Golfers can play three distinct 18-hole courses without leaving South Maui: the strategy-focused Gold Course, the scenic and approachable Emerald Course, and the classic Blue Course. Off the course, Wailea adds beachfront resorts, spas, restaurants, shopping, beaches, and a coastal walking path, making it especially strong for couples, families, and groups where not everyone wants golf every day.

Accommodations

Wailea does not operate as one single on-course lodging resort, but it is surrounded by some of Maui’s best hotels, villas, and vacation residences. Top options include Grand Wailea, Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Fairmont Kea Lani, Wailea Beach Resort, Hotel Wailea, and Wailea-area villas or condos.

Resort amenities

Wailea Golf Club offers three 18-hole courses, two full-service pro shops, the Wailea Golf Academy, practice facilities, rental equipment, and group-event support. The broader Wailea resort area adds luxury hotels, spas, beaches, restaurants, shopping, tennis, villas, and vacation residences within a short drive of the golf.

  • Three 18-hole resort courses
  • Wailea Golf Academy
  • Two full-service pro shops
  • Ocean and Haleakalā views
  • Luxury Wailea resort corridor
Where to stay

6 hand-picked stays.

Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.

Resort01 / 06

Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Resort Room / Suite / Villa

Large luxury beachfront resort in Wailea with spacious rooms and suites, pools, spa, dining, and easy access to Wailea Golf Club.

Strong fit for couples, families, and groups wanting a full-service luxury resort.

Included in package
Resort02 / 06

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

Resort Room / Suite

Five-star oceanfront Wailea resort with premium service, dining, spa, pools, and concierge access to nearby Wailea golf.

Best for high-end couples trips and luxury golf vacations.

Included in package
Resort03 / 06

Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui

Suite / Villa

All-suite and villa oceanfront resort in Wailea with spacious accommodations, pools, dining, and easy access to Wailea Golf Club.

Good fit for groups that want larger rooms or villa-style lodging.

Included in package
Resort04 / 06

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

Room / Suite

Oceanfront Wailea resort with rooms, suites, dining, pools, and a central location near beaches, shops, restaurants, and golf.

Convenient option for groups that want walkable Wailea amenities.

Included in package
Hotel05 / 06

Hotel Wailea

Suite

Adults-only luxury boutique hotel above Wailea with spacious suites, ocean views, and a quieter, couples-focused atmosphere.

Excellent for romantic golf getaways or adults-only trips.

Included in package
Villa06 / 06

Wailea Villas & Vacation Residences

Villa / Condo / Residence

Multi-bedroom villas, condos, and vacation residences throughout Wailea, including properties near the Blue Course and Wailea Tennis Club.

Best for larger golf groups, families, and longer Maui stays.

Included in package

Plan Your Trip to Wailea

Getting there

Fly into Kahului Airport (OGG), Maui’s main airport, then drive roughly 25–35 minutes to Wailea depending on traffic. Most golf groups rent a car or arrange private transfers so they can easily move between the courses, hotels, beaches, and restaurants.

Best time to visit
Wailea is playable year-round, with the most popular golf weather from December through April. Shoulder seasons such as April–June and September–early December can offer strong value, warm weather, and lighter crowds.
Who it's best for
Best for couples trips, luxury resort stays, family golf vacations, and groups that want scenic Maui golf with beaches, restaurants, and spas close by.
Address
100 Wailea Golf Club Dr, Wailea, Maui, HI 96753
Location
Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
Nearest airport
Kahului Airport (OGG)
Trip style
Resort
Best for
Luxury resort golf, Couples trips, Family golf vacations, Ocean-view golf

Frequently Asked Questions about Wailea

How many golf courses are at Wailea Golf Club?

Wailea Golf Club has three 18-hole courses: the Gold Course, Emerald Course, and Blue Course.

Which Wailea course is the best for serious golfers?

The Gold Course is generally the strongest test, with a Robert Trent Jones II design, strategic bunkering, lava rock features, and championship-style demands.

Which Wailea course is best for couples or casual resort golfers?

The Emerald Course is often the best fit for couples and casual resort golfers because it is scenic, playable, and designed by Robert Trent Jones II to be enjoyable for a wide range of players.

Who designed the Wailea golf courses?

The Gold and Emerald courses were designed by Robert Trent Jones II, while the Blue Course is Wailea’s original resort layout designed by Arthur Jack Snyder.

How far is Wailea from Kahului Airport?

Wailea is about 17 miles from Kahului Airport (OGG), with a typical drive of roughly 25–35 minutes depending on traffic.

Is Wailea good for non-golfers?

Yes. Wailea is one of Maui’s best resort areas for non-golfers, with beaches, spas, pools, restaurants, shopping, snorkeling, and scenic coastal walks close to the hotels.

What is the best time to visit Wailea for golf?

Wailea is playable year-round. December through April is peak season, while April–June and September–early December often provide a strong mix of good weather, value, and availability.

Do you need to stay at a specific hotel to play Wailea Golf Club?

No. Wailea Golf Club accepts public tee times, though nearby resorts and travel planners can help arrange preferred tee times, transportation, lodging, and multi-round itineraries.

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Where is Wailea?

3 courses6 lodging options

96753-9527, Hawaii, United States

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