RENAISSANCE WAILEA BEACH RES.

By AnonymousUser0 from Kansas City, MO • Great place, great view, great beach

Overall Rating: 10   

The Renaissance offers everything that you you need to feel pampered but at a reasonable rate. We were here in July 2002 and had come after staying at Waikiki - what a difference! The gardens terraces are beautiful and the pool, while small, was nearly deserted. The beach, just steps away, was absolutely perfect. Snorkeling at the reef just to the south of the beach was fantastic - lots of colorf... [more]ul fish, sea turtles and a very tranquil ocean that didn`t toss you around in the surf. Our room was large, clean and very comfortable. If you get an ocean view, the sunsets are worth the price alone. The Wailea area has resorts that will cost you more - (the Grand) - but unless you are looking for Disney-fun parks and pools that look like family amusement centers - the Renaissance will give you everything you need in a get-a-way-from-it-all resort. [less]
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By • The Best!

Overall Rating: 10   

Everything was excellent from the minute we arrived. The staff were the friendliest we have ever encountered. The only negative is the fact that this resort has been sold and is is scheduled to close this spring for remodeling. Hopefully the new owners will not change too much especially the gardens or the Beach Club.
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By Trip Tutorial User from New Jersey • Sunset Heaven

Overall Rating: 8   Location [10] • Room [6] • Service [10] • Value [10]

It's hard to imagine a better setting than viewing a sunset from Waliea Beach in Maui. Everyone stops to admire the light show provided by the amazing sight of the sun disappearing into the ocean. It is pretty spectacular! As for this resort, if they could just update things a bit it would be spectacular too. It's in the perfect location, next to some of the most exclusive resorts on t... [more]he island, yet it lacks the touch of class that the other properties exude. It's a bit deceiving when you arrive because the lobby is very impressive. It's when you make your way through the hallway on the way to your room that you notice the stained carpets that are in desparate need of replacment. The outdated bed covers and furniture are very noticable when you enter your room. The bathrooms are decent, although the tile grout was a bit dirty and the shower heads were old. The needed changes are mostly cosmetic such as redecorating rooms and replacing carpeting. If this were to take place, this resort would warrent a 5 star rating. It is a great value when you consider how expensive the neighboring properties are. Aside from the cosmetic needs, this place is very nice. The bellmen and valet attendants were extremely gracious and helpful. They always greeted you with a smile and had great recommendations for everything. If you can look past the upgrades this property needs, you are left with a very good resort that is an excellent value. Just check how expensive rooms are down the road at the Grand Wailea, the Four Seasons, and The Fairmont. You will pay 2-3 times more for the same sunset view. The beach at the Renaissance is actually nicer than most of the other properties. If you're on a budget, this is a great place to spend your vacation. [less]
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