I’ve been fortunate to experience a lot of beautiful resorts in Maui, but Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is one of those places that immediately reminds you why people fall in love with this island in the first place.

There’s something about the light here, the water, and how easy everything feels. We slipped into a rhythm almost right away — beach in the morning, pool time later, building sand castles as the sun started to drop. It felt like classic Maui in the best way.

So is it worth staying in what is arguably Maui’s most elite hotel? I think so! Here’s why:

Booking through Four Seasons Preferred Partner (at no extra cost)

When you book Four Seasons Maui through a Four Seasons Preferred Partner advisor (like us), you get added benefits without paying more than you would booking on your own (at least, we don’t charge any extra fees!):

• Daily breakfast for two per bedroom ($120 daily value, and kids under 5 eat free)
• Resort credit per stay (from $100 total to $200 per day)
• Priority for room upgrades, when available
• Early check-in and/or late check-out, when available
• Your preferences shared directly with the hotel before arrival

That beach (and why it worked so well with a three-year-old)

What I loved most about this stay was the beach. The water is crystal clear — the kind where you can see straight down and keep staying in longer than planned because the temperature is just so perfect.

The waves were a little bigger than at the Montage at Kapalua Bay, but not in a way that felt intimidating. For our three-year-old, it was actually perfect. He was old enough to come with us past the small break and really enjoy the ocean instead of just standing at the edge. I kept thinking how great this would be for boogie boarding as kids get a bit bigger — and best of all they had a trunk full of beach toys and boogie boards right on the beach for the taking.

We also spotted turtles here and could see whales in the distance, especially when we lingered by the water. It reminded me of why Maui is so magical and unique amongst the islands of Hawaii. Maui is particularly beautiful, and there’s a lot to do – or not do – if you’re staying at a resort as relaxing as the Four Seasons. To be honest, we rarely left.

Pools that keep kids entertained (without overwhelming you)

We split our time between the beach and the pools, and the setup here worked surprisingly well for different ages.

There’s a pool with a small waterslide that felt just right for younger kids — fun without being chaotic — and the large fountain pool ended up being a favorite for cooling off and dipping in the hot tubs.

One of my favorite aspects is most of the cabanas here don’t cost extra to use. They’re first come, first served, but even though the hotel was fully booked when we were there, we were always able to find one. If we couldn’t the attendant would go looking for us.

That brings me to the biggest plus of the Four Seasons – the service.

The kind of service Four Seasons is known for

The service here was exactly what you expect from Four Seasons — and honestly, why we keep coming back to their properties (read our Four Seasons Chiang Mai review).

Housekeeping knew our names. Not in a forced way, just casually, like they actually remembered us. The valets were endlessly helpful, whether it was figuring out where we were headed for the day or offering suggestions without overstepping. Everything ran smoothly and quietly in the background. The rooms were immaculate every time we came back, and nothing ever felt missed or delayed.

It’s the same feeling we’ve had at other Four Seasons properties — things just work. You’re never thinking about logistics, because someone else already has.

They also offer a free photo service that felt almost too good to be true. It’s a quick 10-minute session with a photographer who uses your phone, so the photos are instantly yours. We got great family photos without having to ask a stranger or use a tripod (see above), which, on its own, feels like a small luxury.

Our executive suite setup

We stayed in an executive suite, and that layout mattered more than I expected.

There was a closing door between spaces and a pull-out couch, which meant bedtime didn’t end the evening for everyone else. We could still talk, read, or decompress without whispering in the dark. It’s one of those details that sounds minor but completely changes how livable a hotel feels with kids. We also had a separate entrance to the lanai, which had this view:

Everything felt exactly as you’d expect from Four Seasons — intuitive, comfortable, and quietly thoughtful.

Kids for All Seasons and easy family rhythms

Four Seasons’ Kids For All Seasons program is available here, along with a kids club, and it fit seamlessly into the stay. The programming is there when you want it, easy to skip when you don’t, and never feels like you’re being pushed into a schedule. It’s available for kids aged 4 and up.

Why we’d return

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea felt easy in the way the best trips do. The beach alone would be reason enough to come back, especially as kids get more confident in the water. Add in the pools, the walkability, and how well it works for families without feeling like a “family resort,” and it’s a place that just makes sense.

It’s not trying to reinvent Maui. It’s just doing it really, really well.

As tempting as it is to just keep coming back, I can’t wait to spend more time at the Four Seasons on the Big Island and Four Seasons Ko’olina on Oahu too!

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