Palms at Wailea Two Bedrooms – Ocean View by Coldwell Banker Island Vacations

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw “Palms at Wailea Two Bedrooms” I was expecting another cookie-cutter vacation rental, but this place actually surprised me. The ocean view isn’t just some marketing fluff either; you’re literally waking up to the Pacific stretching out toward Molokini Crater, and on clear mornings you can spot the whale spouts during season (which, you know what, happens more often than the guidebooks let on).

The two-bedroom setup works really well if you’re traveling with another couple or have kids who need their own space. I mean, Wailea isn’t exactly budget territory, so having that extra room without paying resort prices feels like you’re getting away with something. The kitchen’s actually functional too – not just a mini-fridge and hot plate situation. We ended up cooking breakfast most mornings because, honestly, after dropping $30 on eggs benedict at the Grand Wailea once, you start appreciating having real counter space and a decent-sized fridge. Plus there’s something nice about having your coffee on the lanai while watching the early morning surfers down at Wailea Beach before the crowds show up.

What really sold me on this spot is how it sits in that sweet spot of Wailea – you’re close enough to walk to Shops at Wailea when you need groceries or want to grab dinner at Monkeypod (their pizza’s worth the slight tourist markup), but you’re not dealing with the constant stream of resort shuttles and tour groups. The building itself is pretty low-key, which I actually prefer. No fancy lobby or concierge desk to navigate, just straightforward island living. Parking was never an issue either, which… if you’ve tried to park anywhere near the beach in Wailea during peak season, you know that’s not a given. The trade-off is you don’t get all those resort amenities, but honestly, when Wailea Beach is a five-minute walk and you’ve got that view from your own place, who needs a crowded pool deck? The only thing I’d warn about is that checkout was a bit impersonal – all done through the property management company rather than meeting someone face-to-face – but everything went smoothly enough. For the price point and that location, especially if you can catch it during shoulder season, it’s hard to beat having your own slice of Wailea without the resort markup.

Early hotels booking in Hawaii is essential during major events like the Ironman World Championship, as accommodations fill up quickly with visitors eager to experience the islands’ renowned surfing culture and tropical beauty.

Rooms

• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
• Superior Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults
• Apartment with Sea View with 2 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 2 single beds, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 6 adults

Reviews

• Keidy from United States (10/10)

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