These Luxe Hotel Bars and Lounges in Wailea are Worth Checking Out
You’ll find craft cocktails, stunning views and elevated experiences at these buzz-worthy spots in South Maui.
Whether you’re on a vacation, staycation or just playing hooky from work, sipping on your favorite drink in a hotel bar is a getaway in its own right.
From panoramic views of the Pacific to being surrounded by larger-than-life sculptures, these hotels in Wailea, Maui, have turned the typical lobby bar experience into a destination-worthy affair.
Here are some of the coolest hotel bars in South Maui that are worth checking into—at least for a drink or two.
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Lehua Lounge at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort
Take a seat anywhere in this bar and you’ll understand why Lehua Lounge at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort is a favorite among and locals alike. Situated on the resort’s upper pool deck, visitors enjoy unobstructed views of the Pacific with their artisan cocktails. They can also order Island-inspired bites like poke, mochiko chicken and pork belly bao buns. The sophisticated yet relaxed setting is an ideal place to watch the sun sink below the horizon.
hyatt.com/andaz/oggaw-andaz-maui-at-wailea-resort
Pilina at Fairmont Kea Lani
Pilina at Fairmon Kea Lani serves unique cocktails crafted with local ingredients.
Photo: Courtesy of Fairmont Kea Lani
With its ultraluxe one-bedroom suites and two-story oceanfront villas, a stay at Fairmont Kea Lani is anything but ordinary—and that extends to its dining experiences. The resort recently unveiled a series of impressive renovations, which include a revitalized lobby with a new cocktail lounge and sushi bar. Pilina celebrates the vital relationship between land and local farmers, ocean and fishermen. The cocktails are thoughtfully mixed with housemade infusions featuring local ingredients. The results are one-of-a-kind cocktails that offer a real taste of the Islands, from the Under the Mango Tree, made with Waikulu agave spirit, li hing mui pickled mango and chile pepper water, to the , crafted with Koʻolau Distillery gin, hibiscus tea and Maui wild berries.
The Birdcage at Hotel Wailea
Beautiful views meet inventive culinary creations, exciting cocktails and eclectic décor at The Birdcage.
Photo: Courtesy of Hotel Wailea
Perched above Wailea, The Birdcage at Hotel Wailea feels like a hideaway. Here, beautiful views meet inventive culinary creations, exciting cocktails and eclectic décor. The Birdcage is known for showcasing the art of binchōtan with a menu featuring dishes prepared using traditional Japanese grilling techniques. And the clever cocktail menu is in theme with drinks like the Bye Bye Birdie, Bird of Prey and Im-peckable Daiquiri.
hotelwailea.com/dining/the-birdcage
Botero Lounge at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
This open-air lounge is surrounded by massive works of art by late artist Fernando Botero, the bar’s namesake.
Photo: Courtesy of the Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
When you sit down to enjoy a cocktail and live music at Botero Lounge, you’re in the splendid company of larger-than-life bronze sculptures. The open-air lounge in the lobby of the Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, is surrounded by massive works of art by late artist Fernando Botero, the bar’s namesake. From Maui onion dip and truffled mac and cheese to Wagyu corn dogs, the comfort food is as memorable as the setting.
grandwailea.com/dine/botero-lounge
Grace Maeda is the editor of HAWAIʻI Magazine.
